10-Day Rough North Kenya Expedition | Turkana, Marsabit & Samburu

10-Day Rough North Kenya Expedition | Turkana, Marsabit & Samburu

This comprehensive 10-day expedition reveals Northern Kenya’s true cultural depth — Samburu warriors, Rendille camel herders, Turkana pastoralists, the tiny El Molo fishing people, Borana influences in Marsabit, and the multi-ethnic communities (Pokot, Il Chamus/Njemps, Tugen, Borana) around Lake Baringo.

Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve (Approx. 6-hour drive)

Depart Nairobi for Samburu. Afternoon game drive and wildlife spotting. Overnight in Samburu. (Meals: Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Full Day in Samburu

Morning game drive. Afternoon Samburu people cultural visit (warrior dances, traditions). Overnight in Samburu. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Samburu to Marsabit National Park (Approx. 5-hour drive)

Drive to Marsabit. Explore craters and forests. Overnight in Marsabit. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Full Day Marsabit Exploration

Hike Paradise Lake, spot elephants. Cultural interactions with locals. Overnight in Marsabit. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Marsabit to Loyangalani via Rough Road (Approx. 4-hour drive)

Traverse Chalbi Desert to Loyangalani. Afternoon lake relaxation. Overnight lakeside. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Lake Turkana Area Exploration

Visit El Molo, Rendille, Turkana tribes. Cultural exchanges and local insights. Overnight in Loyangalani. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 7: North Island Boating & to South Horr (Approx. 3-hour drive + boat)

Boat to North Island volcanoes. Drive to South Horr. Overnight in South Horr. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8: South Horr to Maralal via Baragoi (Approx. 4-hour drive)

Explore Rendille lands. Arrive Maralal for town vibes. Overnight in Maralal. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 9: Maralal to Lake Baringo (Approx. 4.5-hour drive)

Drive to Baringo. Boat ride, hot springs, Njemps tribe visit. Overnight at Baringo. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 10: Lake Baringo to Bogoria & Back to Nairobi (Approx. 5-hour drive)

Morning Baringo exploration. Detour to Bogoria for geysers/flamingos. Return to Nairobi. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)

Includes

• 9 nights' accommodation in mid-range lodges/camps
• All meals as specified
• Private 4x4 Prado/Land Cruiser with fuel, driver/guide
• Expert guide (25+ years experience)
• Park fees, cultural visits, boat trips
• Water, evacuation insurance, taxes

Excludes

• Flights, visas, insurance
• Drinks, personal items
• Tips, optional activities
• Health requirements