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Samburu & Laikipia Wilderness Safari Samburu → Laikipia
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Samburu & Laikipia Wilderness Safari

Kenya's wild north — rare desert-adapted species, community conservancies, and some of the country's finest walking safaris.

Kenya
9 Days8 nights
From $6,900per person
1 CountryKenya
4.8 / 5172 reviews
Off the Beaten PathWildlife EnthusiastsConservation-Minded
9 DaysTotal Duration
2 StopsRoute Legs
$6,900From, Per Person
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Overview

Kenya's wild north — rare desert-adapted species, community conservancies, and some of the country's finest walking safaris.

Kenya's wild north — rare desert-adapted species, community conservancies, and some of the country's finest walking safaris.

This itinerary can be shortened, extended, or combined with any other route in our library — including a Zanzibar or Seychelles finale on our multi-country templates, or paired directly with our signature Kenya Migration & Zanzibar Escape for an even more customized journey.

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Samburu & Laikipia Wilderness Safari highlight Samburu → Laikipia
Route & pacing

The 9-day route

1

Samburu National Reserve

Home to species found nowhere else in Kenya: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe and Somali ostrich.

4 Nights
Samburu National ReserveSamburu National Reserve
2

Laikipia Plateau

Community conservancies offering walking safaris, night drives and rhino sanctuaries.

4 Nights
Laikipia PlateauLaikipia Plateau
Why this itinerary

Trip highlights

Rare 'Samburu Special Five' species found only in Kenya's north

Walking safaris and night game drives, both restricted in the Mara

Direct conservancy fees support local community conservation

Significantly fewer vehicles than Kenya's southern circuit

Signature experiences on this route

Moments built into this itinerary

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Samburu & Laikipia Wilderness Safari From $6,900 per person, land + flights as specified · 9 days / 8 nights
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Frequently asked

Planning this itinerary

What makes Samburu's wildlife different?

Its arid ecosystem supports species adapted to dry country that you won't typically see in the Mara or Amboseli, including Grevy's zebra and reticulated giraffe.

Are walking safaris safe and suitable for beginners?

Yes, all walks are led by armed, professionally certified guides and paced to suit your group's experience level.

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