4 Days 3 Nights Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Safari

Our 4-day/3-night safari to Lake Turkana, Northern Kenya, focuses on the “Jade Sea,” offering a blend of volcanic landscapes and cultural immersion.

The tour includes flying from Nairobi to Lodwar or driving through the Chalbi Desert to Loiyangalani, featuring boat trips to Central Island, visits to Turkana villages, and desert scenery, usually staying at Lobolo Camp or Eliye Springs Resort. 

4-Days/3-Nights Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Fly-in Safari Highlights

4-Days/3-Nights Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Fly-in Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Turkana (Western Shore)

Morning: Flight from Nairobi (Wilson) to Lodwar
Mid-day: Arrival at Lodwar/Eliye Airstrip, transfer to Eliye Springs Resort or Lobolo Camp
Afternoon: Relax by the beach, check in, and have lunch
Evening: Dinner and overnight at the camp, enjoying the desert silence

Day 2: Central Island National Park Exploration

0700 Hours – 0800 Hours: Early breakfast
0830 Hours – 0400 Hours: Boat excursion to Central Island (Crocodile Island). Hike to view Crocodile Lake, Flamingo Lake, and Tilapia Lake
0100 Hours: Picnic lunch on the island
Evening: Return to the mainland for dinner and overnight

Day 3: Turkana Culture and Village Visit

0900 Hours – 1200 Hours: Visit a local Turkana homestead (Manyatta) to learn about their culture, attire, and traditions
Afternoon: Free time for swimming or a boat ride
Evening: Cultural dance performances and farewell dinner at the camp

Day 4: Departure

Morning: Breakfast at leisure
1000 Hours: Transfer to Lodwar Airstrip for a flight back to Nairobi 

4 Days 3 Nights Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Safari offers you the following: geographical beauty, rural homesteads and fishing boats, warm-hearted people, interesting animals, and natural discovery. Lake Turkana is also known as the “Jade Sea” because of its remarkable blue-green color.

This is a result of algal particles, which shift with changes in wind and light, so the water surface shifts from blue to grey to a fabulous jade. The Lake was originally named Lake Rudolph in 1888 and was renamed Lake Turkana in 1975. It is the largest alkaline lake in the world.

Lake Turkana is 300 km long and 50 km wide and is the world’s largest permanent desert lake. The water is potable, but not very palatable. Three rivers feed into the lake, but there is no outflow; all water loss is via evaporation.

Lake Turkana National Parks comprise Sibiloi National Park, the South Island, and Central Island National Parks. The island parks are breeding habitats for Nile crocodiles, hippopotami, and several snake species.

There are several fish in the lake, including the African Tetras, African Knifefish, African Arowana, African Elephant fish, and the Nile perch, to name a few. Many bird species migrate to the lake. Some common ones are the African Skimmer, Common & Wood Sandpiper, Greater Flamingo, and Little Stint.

Reptiles and Mammals are both present as well. The Nile crocodiles are found there with large turtles. Several species of zebras and gazelles are found, with occasional sightings of a giraffe. Crocodile Island on Lake Turkana is a favorite place of anthropologists. It has produced some of the world’s most fascinating human evolutionary fossil finds.

Many Hominid fossils have been found around the lake, dating back about 2 million years. Hominids are part of the Homininae family, which consists of humans, gorillas, and chimpanzees.

These fossils are considered by some to be the first findings of extinct human relatives. Because of these findings, the Lower Omo Valley and Lake Turkana are called the cradle of mankind.

Our 4-Day 3-Night Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Safari includes accommodation at the Lobolo Camp and visits to the Central Island and the National Park.

Day 1: Nairobi – Fly to Turkana. 
Day 2: Visit a Turkana Village & Afternoon Boat ride
Day 3: Visit Crocodile Lake, Sundowners and Turkana Cultural Dance
Day 4: Breakfast – Depart

4 Days 3 Nights Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Safari Package Prices Include

✓ Turkana dance
✓ Full board accommodation sharing a tent
✓ Drinks – local beer, house wine, bottled water, and soft drinks
✓ Cultural visit to the Turkana community and Government taxes
✓ Transfers/ transport in Turkana by boat/ vehicle, where applicable

Notes

* There is a Helicopter landing on the beach near the camp
* One can also take a private charter flight to and from Eliye Airstrip (return transfer to/from camp takes about 30 minutes each way)
* Getting to Lobolo Camp, Lake Turkana; there are scheduled flights to/ from Lodwar town, followed by a road transfer 2 hours each way)
* Recommended Extra Packing list for Desert & Lake Conditions: Sunglasses, waterproof sunscreen, hat with chin cord to stop it blowing overboard, mosquito repellent, flashlight, lightweight walking shoes, sandals

4 Days 3 Nights Lake Turkana Northern Kenya Safari Package Prices Excludes

✘ Gratuities
✘ Transfers were not applicable
✘ Transport to and from Lake Turkana
✘ Photographic fees with the local tribes
✘ Any items or expenses of a personal nature
✘ Spirits and/or any other drinks not mentioned above
✘ Any other items not mentioned in the inclusion criteria
✘ Travel and cancellation/ medical insurance, including evacuation
✘ Extra lunch of 25 US Dollars per person if required on departure day
✘ Packed lunch of 20 US Dollars per person if required on departure day

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