The Samburu people of Kenya, traditionally nomadic pastoralists, have coexisted with a diversity of wildlife for hundreds of years, but growing human populations and settlement patterns put both people and wildlife at risk.

At the Samburu Field Center, you will experience a side of Kenya most tourists miss. You will get to know the local people who are happy to share their culture, and make a real difference in the lives of this community.

Earthwatch supports 3 scientific research projects in Samburu:

Carnivores in Conflict - track and monitor all 6 of Kenya's large predators, and investigate conflicts with livestock and local residents.

Saving Grevy’s Zebras - From 4x4 vehicles, you will count and photograph the extremely endangered Grevy's zebras to monitor their population.

Medicinal Plants - Help identify plants the Samuru use, and investigate whether some may purify drinking water, a huge need in this arid land.