Northern Kenya
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Staying At Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge is located at Shaba National Reserve on the northern arid part of Kenya. Shaba National Reserve is a protected reserve in Isiolo County of Northern Kenya and next to it are Samburu National Reserve and Buffalo Springs National Reserve. Shaba National Reserve is unique in the sense that it was the setting for 3 popular worldwide movies. It was the setting for the Born Free book and film, Out of Africa film and the reality show Survivor. Sarova Shaba Game Lodge is the only luxury game lodge in this reserve. Watch a video tour of Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Rooms The lodge has 85 chalet style…
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Staying at Eliye Springs Resort In Turkana Kenya
This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. Please see my full disclosure for further information. The highlight of beach getaways in Kenya is spending time at serene beaches in by the shores of Lake Turkana. I spent 4 days at Eliye Springs Resort by the shores of Lake Turkana. During this time, I explored this beautiful corner of Kenya and got to sample this beach property. If you are ready for a bucket list beach getaway, then this is the place to go. Next to the Jade sea, Eliye is…
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7 Day Road Trip Itinerary to Turkana County
7 Day Road Trip Itinerary to Turkana County This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. Please see my full disclosure for further information. Turkana is a county is on the furthest corner near the borders of Kenya and Ethiopia and Kenya and Sudan. It is therefore understandable why this county is very far and few people ever venture out to discover its beauty. Turkana county and the shores of the lake are one of those places you have to experience and feel the atmosphere. This itinerary will last 7 days…
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What To Pack For A Trip To Lake Turkana
The trip to Lake Turkana was one of my biggest bucket list experiences. It was my first time here and I was in a dilemma of what to pack and what to leave out. What should I pack for a trip to Turkana? I have travelled to a couple of places in Kenya including, Kakamega Forest, Lake Victoria Islands, Aberdare National Park and have since been re-defining my packing lists to all these places. Every place is unique, so you have to consider the weather and climate of the area. When packing for Lake Turkana, my best advice is to choose comfort and think of it as a trip to…
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A Guide To Planning Your Trip To Turkana County
A Guide To Planning Your Trip To Turkana County This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. Please see my full disclosure for further information. My trip to Turkana County was a road trip spanning one week. It began from Kitale where I took a day’s rest from the western circuit tour. From Kitale, it is a 7-hour drive to Lodwar town and somewhere along the way the road network changes. Tarmacked roads end at Kapenguria town. From here on its lots of sandy roads. The roads are underdeveloped and very…
