Day
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Nairobi
NAIROBI ARRIVAL
Upon arrival at JKI Airport, you will be welcomed and escorted by your guide to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight: Nairobi
Day
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Samburu
NAIROBI – SAMBURU (B, L, D)
Enjoy a beautiful drive as you pass large wheat plantations that create outstanding landscapes. Humidity will increase as you start the descent into the arid area. Arrival at the lodge will be in time for lunch. Take a nap or enjoy a dip in the pool. In the afternoon, enjoy a Game Drive as you search for wildlife by the Ewaso Ngiro River or The Rocky Mountains that offers shelter to the elusive cats. Return to the lodge for leisure and a cultural talk will be provided by the Bar Area which provides a deeper insight into the Ecosystem and the colourful Samburu people.
Overnight: Samburu
Day
3 -
Loiyangalani
SAMBURU – LOIYANGALANI (B, L, D)
The drive to Loiyangalani is on the main highway and thereafter a dirt road will be explored as you pass the dry arid area. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. An afternoon visit will be arranged to The Turkana people where the village elder tells you more about their beliefs, interests and livelihood, followed by a cultural dance, where you can also join and learn some new moves.
Overnight: Loiyangalani
Day
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Loiyangalani
LOIYANGALANI: EL MOLO VILLAGE & LAKE TURKANA (B, L, D)
During the morning, visit the El Molo Village. The smallest tribe in Kenya that has over 5000 in population, lives by the lake side and their lifestyle is full of mystery. Explore afterwards the Lake Turkana, which is regarded as the largest breeding area for the Nile Crocodiles. Picnic Lunch will be served and the afternoon is free at leisure at your lodge.
Overnight: Loiyangalani
Day
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Mount Nyiru
LOIYANGALANI – MOUNT NYIRU (B, L, D)
Drive along the southern shore of the lake. Continue then with a boat and visit the small islands that were used as shrines by the El Molo. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. Late afternoon, visit a Samburu village where you learn more about this culture and livelihood.
Overnight: Mount Nyiru
Day
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Mount Nyiru
MOUNT NYRIU: CAMEL SAFARI (B, L, D)
Start your day with a camel safari as you get to explore the beautiful and scenic terrain. A picnic lunch will be served in the wild. Next, visit the Gabra People – true desert nomads, for generations evolved their livelihood in symbiosis with camels. They drive their camels to water holes roaming through the galaxies of hills, dunes and river beds.
Overnight: Mount Nyiru
Day
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Nairobi
MOUNT NYIRU – SAMBURU – NAIROBI (B, L)
Enjoy a leisurely and scenic drive. Fly from Kalama Airstrip to Wilson Airport, Nairobi. Upon your arrival, enjoy a nice barbecue lunch with a selection of game meat at The Carnivore Restaurant. After the sumptuous meal, you will be dropped at the hotel for leisure.
Overnight: Nairobi
Day
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Nairobi
NAIROBI DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or onward flight.
Nairobi, Kenya
