Enjoy this short and adventurous tour to the North of Kenya renowned for its fantastic scenery and remoteness; far removed from the standard tourist destinations in Kenya. This tour promises great scenery, adventure in amazing destinations, and encounters with the local tribes who call Northern Kenya their home with Lake Turkana being the highlight of the tour. Please note the tour involves long drives between destinations.
Please inquire for Kenyan Resident/ Citizen Rates)
We begin our tour in the cool and misty environs of Marsabit; before traversing the Chalbi desert towards the largest desert lake in the world (Lake Turkana). Thereafter we visit the small settlement of Ngurunit where we enjoy the scenery and adventure at the base of the Ndoto Mountains. Our final destination before returning to Nairobi is the Samburu Game Reserve with its unique group of animals only found in the North of Kenya. On this tour you will come across numerous tribes who call this remote region their home; from the vibrant Samburu tribe to the Rendille, Turkana to one of the smallest tribes in Kenya (the el molo people).
Accommodated
Nairobi
8.00 am
Cameras and Camcorders
To Capture these wonderful memories
Binoculars
Make sure you don’t miss a thing!
Head Torch
It’s always great to have – there are no street lights on safari
A good book or cards
For relaxation between Safaris
Wind Jacket ( lightweight or poncho)
For those chilly mornings
Footwear
Comfortable hiking boots and/or sturdy footwear for walking safaris and sandals whilst in camp
Seater/Fleece Jacket
For chilly nights around the campfire
Comfortable clothing
Bring light clothing but avoid white because of the dust from the savannah
Sunhat and Glasses
To protect you from this strong sun
Swimwear
For those cool pools & river rafting
Sunscreen
To protect you from being burnt
A Solid Bag or Rucksack
Remember 15kgs limit for domestic flights and is easier to stack in safari jeeps and small planes
Insect repellant
We want to protect your delicate skin from being munched on by the little insects.
6 am pick up as we begin the long drive towards Marsabit town and environs. Enjoy a scenic drive as you approach Nanyuki looking out for Mount Kenya, colorful fields approaching Isiolo, the magnificent Mount Ololokwe (Samburu sacred mountain) before arriving at Marsabit. Time permitting; we visit Lake Paradise and Little Lake inside Marsabit National Park. Here, an indigenous forest and a desert come together to create the most compelling landscape on earth. The dense forest in the park is also home to Elephants, Kudu, Water Buck and a variety of Birds. You may visit the town on foot in the late afternoon as well. Overnight in an en-suite budget hotel in town (Dinner included).
Early breakfast before we depart the cool environs towards Lake Turkana as we traverse the Chalbi desert with its myriad of dunes and semi-desert landscape stopping to enjoy the scenery and experience. Arrive at the great Jade Sea in the late afternoon and visit Loiyangalani town on foot. Overnight at a budget en-suite hotel (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
The day is spent relaxing at the nearby lodge enjoying the swimming pool (optional) after the previous long days’ drives.
Additional optional activities include; visiting the Desert Museum, El molo and Turkana village visits, enjoy a sunset boat ride on the lake or enjoy longer boat trips to South Island National Park or the Nabuyatom Crater (weather & wind dependent). Overnight back at the budget hotel in town (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
After breakfast, we begin the long journey towards Ngurunit driving past the Turkana Windfarm. The scenery is breathtaking. Ngurunit is an oasis surrounded by the Ndoto Mountains and home to Samburu and Rendille tribes. Depending on the time we arrive; there is the option for you to enjoy a short walk up the Ndoto streams to the natural swimming pools for a swim and slide. Bring out your inner child as you enjoy this refreshing and fun experience! Overnight at basic accommodation (shared washrooms) (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
Enjoy breakfast as we make an optional visit to the women’s basket project to buy some souvenirs. We may visit the rock slides if the previous day did not permit before beginning the journey towards Samburu passing the magnificent Mount Ololokwe en route.
Arrive at Samburu in time for an afternoon game drive. Samburu game reserve is home to the “special five.” These animals are only found in the North of Kenya; being the Grevy’s Zebra, Somali Ostrich, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk, and the Beisa Oryx. Be sure to look out for them on your game drive as well as Lions and various other wildlife.
Overnight at a budget en-suite camp located just outside the reserve (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included).
Early breakfast followed by a final game drive in Samburu game reserve concentrating around the Ewaso Nyiro River; renowned for herds of Elephants wading across. Thereafter; we begin the long drive back towards Nairobi to arrive in the early evening with a drop off at your accommodation. End of services.
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