Venture into Kenya’s untamed north, where the landscape shifts dramatically from the familiar savannas to a rugged wilderness of ancient granite mountains and doum palm-fringed rivers. Here, in the land of the proud Samburu people, rare species like Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe roam freely across vast conservancies. The Matthews Range rises like a mirage from the desert plains, its forested slopes harboring unique wildlife and sacred sites of the Samburu warriors who have called this land home for centuries.
Key Features
– Unique northern species (“Samburu Special Five”)
– Ancient Samburu culture
– Pristine wilderness
– Luxury eco-lodges
– Rock climbing and hiking
Best Time to Visit
– December-March
– June-September
– Shoulder season: October-November
Activities
– Game drives
– Cultural visits
– Walking safaris
– Rock climbing
– Camel treks
– Fly camping
Getting There
– 1-hour flight from Nairobi
– 6-hour drive from Nairobi
– Private airstrips
Recommended Stay
3-4 nights minimum
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