Where time slows, stories deepen, and every encounter is sacred.
In the northern reaches of Kenya, beyond Laikipia’s green highlands, lies a region carved by silence and spirit — the Samburu National Reserve. Anchored by the life-giving Ewaso Nyiro River, this is a land of acacia-dotted plains, rocky ridges, and palm-fringed riverbanks. Here, wildlife and culture blend unlike anywhere else.
Samburu is home to rare species found nowhere else in Kenya:
Beisa Oryx – sleek, desert-adapted antelope
You’ll also encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and other plains game drawn to the riverbanks.
The Samburu people, cousins of the Maasai, are semi-nomadic pastoralists known for their colorful beadwork, crimson robes, and spiritual bond with the land. With Queen of East Africa, you can:
These are genuine, community-guided experiences—never staged or commercialized.
This river is Samburu’s heartbeat. Stay near its banks and wake to elephants crossing at dawn, baboons calling in the trees, and crocodiles basking in silence.
Laikipia’s beauty lies in its freedom from park regulations. Because it’s composed of private conservancies and community-owned ranches, guests can design their own safari flow:
Here, safari isn’t about ticking off sightings. It’s about immersion.
Laikipia is a shining example of tourism that uplifts. Many of the lodges are community-owned or co-managed, creating direct benefits for the Samburu, Il Laikipiak Maasai, and Mokogodo peoples.
Every stay contributes to:
It’s a place where every game drive gives back—not just to nature, but to the people who guard it.
These luxury lodges are set deep within the wild, offering soul-rich experiences and deep ties to local communities.
Perched on the edge of an escarpment, this stylish camp offers breathtaking views, cutting-edge design, and access to Loisaba Conservancy—famous for elephant corridors and wild dog research. Perfect for adventure-loving luxury travelers.
Sleep under the stars in handcrafted four-poster beds rolled onto private wooden decks. Kiboko Starbeds offers a raw, magical connection to nature that’s unlike any other safari accommodation in Africa.
One of Africa’s most exclusive private homes, Ol Jogi is a 60,000-acre wildlife sanctuary available for full buyout only. With luxury suites, a private spa, and helicopter safaris, it’s where royalty, celebrities, and conservation icons retreat.
Samburu is a year-round destination, but the best wildlife viewing is during the dry season.
🏞️ Expert-curated safaris with exclusive access to private reserves
🛖 Lodges that uplift local communities and culture
🧭 Seamless multi-destination itineraries (pair with Laikipia or the Mara)
🐾 Intimate wildlife experiences without the crowds
✈️ White-glove logistics, private charters, and insider guidance
Samburu is not just a place — it’s a rhythm, a legacy, a moment you carry with you.
Come walk its stories. Sleep under its stars. Leave changed.
Amboseli is where giants walk, traditions are honored, and Kilimanjaro reminds you that some places are too powerful to forget.