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WILDLIFE • DESERT • CULTURE • ADVENTURE

From Samburu to Chalbi

The Northern Kenya Frontier

10 Days / 9 Nights

DISCOVER NORTHERN KENYA

The Northern Kenya Frontier Safari

Discover the remote and extraordinary landscapes of northern Kenya on a 10-day journey from Nairobi's wildlife conservation attractions to Samburu, Marsabit, the spectacular Chalbi Desert and the shores of Lake Turkana. This carefully designed adventure combines wildlife, conservation, culture, desert exploration, photography and authentic experiences in some of Kenya's least-visited destinations.

Duration

10 Days / 9 Nights

Package Price

USD 11,386 per person

Route

Nairobi – Samburu – Marsabit – Chalbi Desert – Lake Turkana

Safari Highlights

Visit the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi.
Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and learn about elephant rescue and conservation.
Experience a wildlife safari in Samburu National Reserve.
Search for the Samburu Special Five: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich.
Explore the unique volcanic ecosystem of Marsabit National Park.
Discover the vast and dramatic landscapes of the Chalbi Desert.
Enjoy a camel experience and 4x4 desert exploration.
Experience unforgettable desert sunsets and stargazing.
Explore the landscapes surrounding Lake Turkana, the Jade Sea.
Experience Samburu and Turkana culture and traditions.

Detailed 10-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Giraffe Centre & Elephant Conservation

🌅 Morning

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Meet and greet with your Leisure Fan Tours and Safaris representative.
Private transfer to Serena Hotel.
Freshen up and have breakfast or brunch, depending on arrival time.

☀️ Afternoon

Visit the Giraffe Centre.
See and interact closely with the endangered Rothschild's giraffe.
Learn about giraffe conservation and environmental education.

🌙 Evening

Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, subject to official visiting hours and booking requirements.
Learn about elephant rescue, rehabilitation and conservation.
Return to the hotel for a welcome dinner and safari briefing.

Day 2: Nairobi → Samburu

🌅 Morning

Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart Nairobi by private safari vehicle.
Drive north toward the Samburu region and enjoy scenic views of Kenya's changing landscapes.

☀️ Afternoon

Arrive in Samburu.
Check in at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
Enjoy lunch and time to relax while taking in the surrounding landscape.

🌙 Evening

Optional short nature walk or lodge experience, where available.
Enjoy a spectacular Samburu sunset.
Dinner and safari briefing for the following day.

Day 3: Samburu National Reserve Safari & Cultural Experience

🌅 Morning

Early breakfast.
Morning game drive in Samburu National Reserve.
Search for the Samburu Special Five.
Look for elephants, buffaloes, leopards and other wildlife.

☀️ Afternoon

Return to the camp for lunch.
Relax and enjoy the camp facilities.
Afternoon game drive and wildlife photography.

🌙 Evening

Visit a Samburu community.
Learn about traditional lifestyles, music and dances.
Return to the lodge for dinner and relax around the campfire.

Day 4: Samburu → Marsabit

🌅 Morning

Breakfast at the lodge and check out.
Depart Samburu and continue north toward Marsabit.
Enjoy scenic views of northern Kenya.

☀️ Afternoon

Arrive in Marsabit.
Check in at Marsabit Lodge and have lunch.
Relax at the lodge and explore the surrounding area.

🌙 Evening

Enjoy a guided nature experience or sunset viewing, where available.
Dinner at the lodge.
Relax and prepare for the following day's adventure.

Day 5: Marsabit National Park

🌅 Morning

Early breakfast.
Morning game drive in Marsabit National Park.
Explore the unique forested volcanic ecosystem.
Search for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and bird species.
Visit the scenic Lake Paradise area.

☀️ Afternoon

Return for lunch.
Relax at the lodge.
Afternoon exploration or guided nature walk, where available.

🌙 Evening

Enjoy a sunset experience.
Optional cultural interaction with local communities.
Dinner and stargazing around the lodge.

Day 6: Marsabit → Chalbi Desert

🌅 Morning

Breakfast and check out.
Depart Marsabit for the spectacular Chalbi Desert.
Travel through remote northern Kenya landscapes.
Stop at scenic viewpoints for photography.

☀️ Afternoon

Enter the Chalbi Desert.
Explore the desert's dramatic landscapes.
Enjoy a 4x4 desert adventure.
Arrive at your desert camp for lunch and relaxation.

🌙 Evening

Enjoy a spectacular Chalbi Desert sunset.
Traditional bush dinner.
Experience the peaceful desert atmosphere.
Stargazing under the clear northern Kenya sky.

Day 7: Full-Day Chalbi Desert Adventure

🌅 Morning

Early morning desert sunrise.
Breakfast at camp.
Enjoy a camel experience.
Explore the desert landscape and take photographs.

☀️ Afternoon

Return to camp for lunch.
Relax during the hottest part of the day.
Afternoon 4x4 desert exploration.
Visit local communities, where available and appropriate.

🌙 Evening

Watch the sunset over the Chalbi Desert.
Enjoy a bush dinner.
Traditional storytelling and cultural entertainment.
Stargazing.

Day 8: Chalbi Desert → Lake Turkana

🌅 Morning

Breakfast at the desert camp.
Depart for Lake Turkana.
Travel through the remote northern frontier.
Enjoy scenic photography stops.

☀️ Afternoon

Arrive at Lake Turkana.
Check in at Lobolo Camp.
Lunch and relaxation.
Enjoy panoramic views of the Jade Sea.

🌙 Evening

Experience a spectacular Lake Turkana sunset.
Optional cultural interaction with the Turkana community.
Dinner by the lake.
Relax under the stars.

Day 9: Full-Day Lake Turkana Experience

🌅 Morning

Breakfast.
Explore the Lake Turkana region.
Optional boat excursion, subject to local conditions and availability.
Photography of the lake and surrounding volcanic landscapes.

☀️ Afternoon

Lunch.
Visit a local Turkana community.
Learn about traditional culture, crafts and lifestyle.
Explore the surrounding landscape.

🌙 Evening

Return to your camp.
Enjoy a final sunset overlooking Lake Turkana.
Farewell dinner.
Stargazing and relaxation.

Day 10: Lake Turkana → Nairobi

🌅 Morning

Breakfast at the camp.
Enjoy your final views of Lake Turkana.
Check out and prepare for departure.

☀️ Afternoon

Transfer to Lodwar Airport.
Take a scheduled flight toward Nairobi.

🌙 Evening

Arrive in Nairobi.
Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.

Meals

Day 1: Dinner

Days 2–9: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 10: Breakfast

Package Includes

Accommodation as specified in the itinerary.
Meals as specified in the itinerary.
Private safari transportation.
Professional safari guide/driver.
Game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
Samburu cultural experience.
Chalbi Desert 4x4 exploration.
Camel experience.
Lake Turkana cultural experience.
Airport transfers as outlined.

Package Excludes

International flights.
Travel insurance.
Personal expenses.
Tips and gratuities.
Drinks and beverages not specified.
Optional activities not included in the itinerary.
Visa fees.
Any other services not mentioned under "Package Includes."

Ready for the Northern Kenya Frontier?

Experience one of Kenya's most remote and extraordinary journeys, from the wildlife-rich Samburu region to the dramatic Chalbi Desert and the legendary Jade Sea of Lake Turkana. Contact Leisure Fan Tours and Safaris today to reserve your adventure.

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