Northern Kenya Chalbi Desert
Adventure [KENYA]

6‑Day Northern Kenya Safari Circuit & Chalbi Desert Adventure

Wild North, Desert Magic & Samburu Culture

6 Days
Samburu, Chalbi Desert, Marsabit
Offbeat Adventure

Embark on a wild journey through Kenya's remote north. Experience the magic of the Chalbi Desert, meet Samburu communities, and enjoy dramatic landscapes and wildlife.

Samburu, Marsabit, Chalbi Desert, Ol Pejeta

Adventure & Culture

Overview

Embark on a wild adventure through Northern Kenya's remote landscapes, from Samburu's wildlife to the dramatic Chalbi Desert and the cultural heart of Kenya's north. Experience game drives, desert crossings, and authentic village visits.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • Day 1: Nairobi → Samburu National Reserve
    Pick-up, drive north via Nanyuki, cross the equator, lunch, afternoon game drive.
    Dinner & Overnight: Samburu Simba Lodge / Ashnil Samburu Camp (Luxury: Saruni Samburu / Elephant Bedroom Camp)
  • Day 2: Full Day in Samburu
    Game drives, Ewaso Nyiro River, cultural visit to Samburu village.
    Dinner & Overnight: Same lodge/camp.
  • Day 3: Samburu → Marsabit → Chalbi Desert
    Breakfast, drive north, Marsabit NP, Lake Paradise, Chalbi Desert, Gabbra/Rendille village.
    Dinner & Overnight: Basic eco-camp in Kalacha / Marsabit Lodge (Luxury: Desert Rose Lodge)
  • Day 4: Chalbi Desert → Samburu
    Sunrise walk, drive back, relax or sunset game drive.
    Dinner & Overnight: Samburu lodge/camp as Day 1.
  • Day 5: Samburu → Ol Pejeta Conservancy
    Breakfast, drive to Ol Pejeta, lunch, game drive, chimpanzee sanctuary, rhino enclosure.
    Dinner & Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp (Luxury: Ol Pejeta Bush Camp / Sanctuary Tambarare)
  • Day 6: Ol Pejeta → Nairobi
    Breakfast, optional game drive, return to Nairobi, drop-off.

What's Included

  • 4×4 Land Cruiser with professional driver‑guide
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • 5 nights’ accommodation (mid‑range or luxury)
  • Park fees: Samburu, Marsabit NP, Ol Pejeta Conservancy
  • Game drives & desert adventure drive
  • Cultural visit to Gabbra/Rendille village
  • Visit to chimpanzee sanctuary & endangered species enclosure
  • Bottled mineral water during safari
  • Pick‑up & drop‑off in Nairobi

Excludes

  • International flights & visas
  • Drinks & laundry
  • Personal expenses & tips
  • Optional activities (night game drives, balloon safari)
  • Travel insurance

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