The Northern region of Kenya is vast and scenic. It is the home of a variety of tribes, and has remained comparatively inaccessible. Spend time exploring the arid North of Kenya and see some of the best terrains, mysteries and extraordinary beauty.
Day 1: Nairobi - Marsabit
Depart early from Nairobi on a Land Cruiser and drive north past Nanyuki and the beautiful farmlands of Timau to stop for fueling at Isiolo and quick lunch. Continue with the journey and stopover for photos and sightseeing at Mt. Ololokwe before proceeding to Marsabit.Get to Marsabit park just in time for evening game drive and visit the beautiful lake paradise tucked inside the park.
Meal plan: Dinner
Accomodation: Nomad Hotel Marsabit
Day 2: Marsabit to Chalbi Desert - Kalacha Oasis - North Horr
Highlights | Open Desert, Kalacha Oasis, Star Gazing
After breakfast embark on crossing the great Chalbi desert. The journey leads you to a beautiful oasis at the edge of the Chalbi desert. The vast landscapes and open desert will amaze you. The crossing with skilled drivers on sand is thrilling. The tour will take you through the Kalacha oasis, a pleasant surprise in the middle of the very arid countryside. Spend the evening in cottages at the edge of the desert. The nights are great for stargazing. It’s the perfect place to find your peace after a long stay in the city.
Meal plan: Full-board
Accomodation: Northhorr Gabra huts
Day 3: North Horr - Loiyangalani - Ngurunit
Highlights | Lake Turkana, Desert Drive, Oasis Village
This will be another exciting day! We will drive 3 hours to Loiyangalani and get a feel of lake Turkana, thereafter leave for the desert drive south to the beautiful 40Km long Ndoto Mountain range. Surrounded by mountains all round is the oasis village of Ngurunit. Here you will find some nice hills to hike and if not some pleasant pools to enjoy and swim in. It is one of the hardest places to leave after staying over. Beautiful tranquil and mind-blowing.
Meal plan: full-board.
Accomodation: Lasamu Camp
Day 4: Ngurunit - Hiking - Relaxing
Highlights | Interacting with locals, Ndoto Mountains, Canyons
After a marathon cruising through the desert, it’s only fair to enjoy this mountainous serene village, get to interact with locals and swim at the rock pools as well as climb the Ndoto mountains for 9 hours that are so serene and full of beautiful canyons. Overnight stay at a community camp and enjoy bonfire while story telling.
Meal plan: Full-board
Accomodation: Lasamu Camp
Day 5: Ngurunit - Nairobi
After breakfast we will start our journey back to Nairobi. The guests can opt to stop over in Nanyuki for lunch. Arrive Nairobi in the evening after an adventurous northern exploration journey
What is included in the tour
- Transport on 4X4 Land Cruiser
- Accommodation
- Professional Tour Guide
- Lake Paradise Visit/Tour
- Chalbi Desert Tour
- Marsabit National Park Fees
