Buffalo Springs

Buffalo Springs sits in semi-arid northern Kenya, in Isiolo County, directly adjacent to Samburu National Reserve and separated from it by the Ewaso Ngiro River. It can be reached by road from Nairobi or by light aircraft to airstrips serving the wider Samburu ecosystem, and Ecological Wilderness Adventure can arrange either option as part of a tailor-made itinerary.

The reserve shares Samburu's signature northern species, including Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, gerenuk and Somali ostrich, alongside elephant, lion, leopard and other big game. Its springs and riverine vegetation also draw strong birdlife, making it rewarding for birders as well as general game viewing.

Buffalo Springs is fed by crystal-clear springs that create a green oasis in the surrounding semi-arid country, so its landscape character differs noticeably from Samburu even though the two share the same wildlife species. Visiting both gives you contrasting scenery within one ecosystem.

Yes. The two reserves are adjacent and are commonly visited together as part of the greater Samburu ecosystem, which also includes Shaba National Reserve. Staying in the area for several days lets you move between them without long drives.

The drier months are generally the most productive for game viewing, because wildlife concentrates around the Ewaso Ngiro River and the spring-fed pools as water elsewhere becomes scarce. The greener months offer lush scenery and excellent birding, so the right timing depends on what you most want to see.

Ecological Wilderness Adventure can tailor a Buffalo Springs itinerary to your dates, interests and travel style, and provide a quote on request. As a TATO-licensed Tanzania and East Africa operator, we handle park arrangements, guiding and logistics across the region.