4-Day Treehotel and Samburu Safari
This safari begins with a night of game viewing under the stars, from the balcony of a luxurious Tree Hotel, before continuing into the arid lands of Samburu Game Reserve. For the intrepid holiday maker with the heart of an explorer, this itinerary will take you off the beaten track, into the rugged and dramatic landscape of Northern Kenya, dominated by rare wildlife species and the crocodile-infested Ewaso Nyiro River.
From $1,153 /pp
OVERVIEW
Duration
4 Days
Safari Type
Kenya Wildlife Safari
Starts From
Nairobi
About This Safari
This safari begins with a night of game viewing under the stars, from the balcony of a luxurious Tree Hotel, before continuing into the arid lands of Samburu Game Reserve. For the intrepid holiday maker with the heart of an explorer, this itinerary will take you off the beaten track, into the rugged and dramatic landscape of Northern Kenya, dominated by rare wildlife species and the crocodile-infested Ewaso Nyiro River.
Safari Highlights
Tree Hotel
Night-time wildlife viewing from a lodge above waterholes and salt licks.
Samburu Reserve
Rugged northern landscapes and the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Rare Wildlife
Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and Somali ostrich.
Private Safari
Flexible game drives with an English-speaking guide.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
01
Nairobi – Tree Hotel
Depart early morning from Nairobi by road to a Tree Hotel of your choice. Set high in the canopy, above waterholes and natural salt licks, you’ll enjoy the perfect fusion between nature and comfort as you watch wildlife approaching from the luxury of your lodge’s balcony.
Feed your love of adventure as you observe a protective elephant matriarch chaperoning her calf, buffalo bulls fighting over territory, or a leopard prowling a warthog – a truly magical opportunity.
- Meals: Lunch and dinner; breakfast not included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Kontiki Serengeti Camp — mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti
02
Tree Hotel – Samburu Game Reserve
After breakfast, continue your drive along the foothills of Mt. Kenya and across the equator, gently descending into the remoteness of Kenya’s arid Northern Frontier District and Samburu Game Reserve.
Enjoy lunch before setting off on an afternoon game drive. Enjoy the thrill of Kenya’s outback, where crocodiles lurk in brown waters and lions hunt in the shady, perilous groves of the riverine forest. Return at dusk to unwind and revel in the day’s adventures with drinks, dinner, and a peaceful night’s rest.
- Meals: All meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Kankari Lodge — mid-range lodge in Karatu
03
Samburu Game Reserve
As the early morning light sets fire to Samburu’s wild and unique landscape, go in search of the elusive cats, surrounded by a stirring, gentle wind, and an orchestra of birds in your ears.
Return to camp for breakfast and spend the rest of the morning at leisure, either at the poolside or indulging in extra activities. After lunch, spend the afternoon with the rare and beautiful Blue-necked Somali Ostrich, Grevy’s Zebra, and Reticulated Giraffe, followed by dinner on the terrace and another overnight stay.
Optional Activities: Bird Walks, Cultural Visits, Camel Rides
- Meals: All meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Pazuri Inn — mid-range hotel in Arusha
04
Samburu Game Reserve – Nairobi
Spend one more peaceful and serene morning out discovering Samburu’s rugged terrain, before returning to your lodge for breakfast and then departing for Nairobi.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch; dinner not included. Drinks not included.
- Overnight: No accommodation — end of tour
Pricing
From $1,153 per person
Rates are per person in US dollars and vary by travel season and group size.
Travel dates
2 people
4 people
6 people
Single supplement
6 people
High season (01 July – 30 October 2026)
$1971
$1595
$1518
$630
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Low season (01 January – 30 June) (01 November – 19 December 2026)
$1848
$1518
$1153
$530
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Need different dates, accommodation or a private arrangement?
- Flexible dates
- Custom itineraries
- Private departures
Included & Excluded
What's Included
- Transport
- English speaking driver/guide
- Full-board accommodation
- 4 game drives
- Local Emergency Evacuation Cover
- park entry fees
What's Not Included
- Our prices exclude beverages at the lodges, tips/gratuities/laundry, and any optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari or cultural visit.
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