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Kenya destination guide
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Buffalo Springs National Reserve brings together Buffalo Springs and permanent water sources, Ewaso Nyiro River wildlife corridor, and Special Five species shared with the Samburu ecosystem, making it a strong FIT building block for tailor-made African journeys.
Location
Kenya
Samburu & Northern Frontier
Destination type
National Reserve
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Recommended stay
2 days
Timing can be adjusted in your custom itinerary
Plan your visit
June to October and January to March for dry-season concentrations around water; green months bring softer light and birding.
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Destination overview
Why visit Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Buffalo Springs National Reserve is a rewarding northern Kenya reserve adjoining Samburu, known for springs, riverine habitats, arid scenery and access to the same rare northern wildlife mix. It offers a quieter, open-feeling complement to Samburu, with striking contrasts between dry country, palm-lined watercourses and wildlife gathering around permanent water.
The destination’s strongest attractions include Buffalo Springs and permanent water sources, Ewaso Nyiro River wildlife corridor, Special Five species shared with the Samburu ecosystem, Doum palm scenery and arid plains, and Excellent birding and predator possibilities. Travellers can experience Game drives across the wider Samburu-Buffalo Springs ecosystem, Special Five tracking with local guides, River and spring-side photography, and Private picnic or sundowner planning where permitted, with the programme shaped around the season, lodge location, access route and client pace.
For FIT design, Buffalo Springs National Reserve works best as a 2-night component within a tailor-made Kenya itinerary. It combines naturally with Samburu National Reserve, Shaba, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, and Masai Mara National Reserve. The reserve supports Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo and crocodiles.
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