Destination Overview
These two adjacent reserves are located north of Mount Kenya and the equator in the country's dry and mountainous interior. Both receive water from the Ewaso Nyiro River, which also provides for life in this desert region and is the habitat of a sizable number of crocodiles, many of which may be seen lazing on the banks.
Rare Doum Palms dot the normally scrubby, dry environment along the riverbank, contributing to the splendor of the surroundings. The panorama is stunningly framed by rolling hills, making this a photographer's dream. Reticulated Giraffes, Somali Ostriches, and Grevy's Zebras are three uncommon animal species that are unique to this area. Additional mammals include the elephant, buffalo, impala, gazelle, oryx, lion, cheetah, long-necked gerenuk, and magnificent kudu. A lioness adopted an oryx young three times in the Samburu National Reserve, shielding it from other predators and giving it the appearance of maternal care. Since then, researchers have been looking into the beast's peculiar and odd behavior. This location has a large bird population. There are currently about 300 known species.
