Chalbi desert safari. The Chalbi Desert is a real gem, it is located in Marsabit County, east of the famous Lake Turkana ( the largest desert lake in Kenya), spreading to the Ethiopian border. Covering an area of 100.000 kilometer square, the Chalbi Desert is one of the hottest and arid places in Kenya.The Chalbi Desert is a small desert in northern Kenya near the border with Ethiopia. It is east of Lake Turkana and contains North Horr. Marsabit is the closest major urban center. Chalbi desert is composed of saline and alkaline sediments and stabilised sand dunes; a resulting formation of the old bed of Lake Chalbi. .
Depart early from Nairobi and drive north past Nanyuki and the beautiful farmlands of Timau stop over to buy own lunch at Nanyuki or Isiolo town.
Proceed on the South to Ngurunit an oasis surrounded by tens of mountains popularly known as the Ndoto Mountains and Matthew ranges.
The scenery is surreal. This is among the most beautiful places in Northern Kenya.
Day 2: Ngurunit to Loiyangalani – Chalbi Desert safari
After breakfast drive south to Loiyangalani, on the way you get to see the Turkana Wind Farm.
Later in day drive out and visit the famous El molo people living on the shores of the lake and are 100% dependent on the lake for survival. If you are out for some adventure you can visit Southern Island by boat. Evening Sundowner on the lake is a lively way to end the day.
Day 3: Loiyangalani to North Horr – Chalbi desert safari
Spend your morning relaxing and Later in the morning depart to North Horr a beautiful oasis at the edge of the Chalbi desert.
On this day you get to drive through the rocky desert with a view. It’s a fun and adventurous ride. Enjoy the beauty and spend the night star gazing.
Day 4: North Horr to Marsabit – Chalbi Desert safari
In the morning embark on a desert cruise Stop over at Marsabit for lunch then drive up the mountain to the beautiful lake paradise. You will be in time to see the animals come out for evening drink and splash. Spend the night in the cool forested town.
In the morning after breakfast visit Marsabit town and get buy some souvenirs before leaving for the city. Stop over at Nanyuki for own lunch then proceed with the journey to Nairobi to arrive early in the evening
PRICE: US$.799.-p.p – group joining safari – min 6pax
Price includes:
Transport and game drives in a 4×4 jeep,
realevant fees,
accomodation in camps on fullboard,
all meals, guided walks and botled drinking water.
Price does not include:
sleeping bags,
things of personal nature,
international flights,
visa, yellow fever vaccination,
tips and gratuities.
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