Schedule
25th July 2025
to
27th July 2025
Embark on a thrilling overland adventure through the rugged beauty of Samburu, where arid landscapes meet rich wildlife and cultural heritage. This 3-day, 2-night safari takes you from Nairobi to the heart of northern Kenya, with stops at the Equator, Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, Mt. Ololokwe, and Samburu National Reserve. From summiting rocky outcrops to encountering elephants and lions on game drives, each moment offers a deep connection with nature. Enjoy cultural visits, campfire nights, and curated travel reels to relive the magic.
What's Included?
Round-trip ground transport from Nairobi to Samburu in an Overland Truck
Two nights' accommodation in standard
safari tents or rooms (as per booking PPS)
All park entry fees to Samburu National
Reserve, Reteti Sanctuary, Samburu
village, and Mt. Ololokwe
Full board meals: breakfast, lunch, and
dinner throughout the trip, excluding Day 1
Lunch.
On-Board DJ.
Drinking Water throughout the trip
Campfire experience on the evenings
Team-building sessions
Travel photography and curated highlight
reels
On-site tour coordinator and support staff
Emergency first aid kit on board
What to carry
National ID or Passport
Light clothing & warm layers
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen & sunglasses
Hat or cар
Water bottle
Pocket money
Travel Itinerary
Meeting, Departure and Stop Overs
- MEETING TIME (5:00AM): We'll assemble at the designated pickup point: the parking area opposite International Life House, adjacent to Kencom.
- DEPARTURE (5:30 AM): Please be punctual. If you are located along the Nairobi-Thika-KaratinaNanyuki route, kindly notify the tour coordinator in advance to arrange for pickup.
- STOP OVERS:
1st Stop: Equator Point
• Enjoy a photo session and fun
icebreaking activities with the group.
2nd Stop: Nanyuki Town
•Stop for breakfast, refreshments,
and shopping at Nanyuki Mall.
Additional washroom breaks may be made
along the way as needed.
- ACTIVITIES: We anticipate arriving at the campsite by
2:00 PM. After settling in, we will visit the
Ololokwe viewpoint for a photo session and
a Zumba experience. Next, we'll explore the
Samburu Cultural Village to engage with
local traditions and crafts. In the evening,
we return to the campsite for a lively
bonfire, musical entertainment, and dinner.
Game Drive, Buffalo Springs and Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
- BREAKFAST (6:30 AM): Guests will enjoy breakfast at the
campsite and prepare for check-out by
7:30 AM.
- MORNING GAME DRIVE (8:00 AM): We will embark on a guided 2-hour
game drive at Buffalo Springs National
Reserve. Expect sightings of the unique
Samburu Special Five and, with some
luck, a few of the Big Five.
- BUFFALO SPRINGS (10:00 AM): Relax with a refreshing swim and engage in fun group activities.
- RETETI SANCTUARY (10:00 AM): We take a tour to Reteti Elephant
Sanctuary a rescue center for orphaned
Elephants, girrafes and other animals. We
plan to have alfresco lunch there and
attend the afternoon feeding session. We
will also visit the famous elephant rock.
We then get back to the campsite by
6:00pm.
Mt. Ololokwe hike and Departure
- OPTIONAL MT OLOLOKWE
HIKE
3:00 AMWe will be served with coffee and snacks
at 3:00 am and we immediately after
start the optional morning hike with the
aim of summiting before sunrise. We
then take in the views and get sunrise
photos then we hike down.
- BREAKFAST (9:00 AM): Guests will enjoy breakfast at the campsite and have time to relax and freshen up.
- LUNCH (12:00): Lunch will be served at noon before the group prepares for departure.
- DEPARTURE (1:30 PM)After clearing tents and packing up, we will begin our return journey to Nairobi.