Turkana is the reason kenya is known as the home of human origins, as it's where some of the earliest human fossils and archaeological discoveries have been found.
Particularly the Turkana Basin, where significant archaeological finds, including Turkana Boy (Homo erectus) and the world’s oldest stone tools at Lomekwi, provide a unique window into early human technological and cultural development.
Discover the unique bird species that have adapted to the desert environment.
STAR GAZING
Due to the optimal conditions in Turkana, the human eye can see up to 6000 stars compared to middle Europe with a maximum of 500-1000.
Adventure
4x4 Desert Safari
Navigate the challenging terrain of the Chalbi Desert in a 4×4, an adventure that tests skill and endurance.
Sport fishing
Experience the desert’s beauty on a camel trek, culminating in a breathtaking sunset over the vast plains
Culture & Heritage
Lomekwi Stone tools
Immerse yourself in the culture of the Gabbra people, known for their resilience and adaptation to desert life.
Kalokol Standing Stones- Kalokol site
Explore the mystery of the Kalokol Standing Stones, where you can walk among ancient stones, learn about old rituals, and feel the history of the Turkana people come alive.
Koobi Fora
Uncover the origins of humankind at Koobi Fora, where you’ll walk through ancient landscapes, unearth millennia-old fossils, and early humanity in the heart of Africa.
Nariokotome boy monument
Meet Turkana Boy, also known as Nariokotome Boy, the 1.6-million-year-old nearly complete skeleton of a Homo erectus youth.
Visit to the Gabbra Villages
Immerse yourself in the culture of the Gabbra people, known for their resilience and adaptation to desert life.
Cultural Night
Enjoy an evening of cultural exchange, featuring traditional music, dance, and storytelling.
turkana TRIP PLANNER
Not sure what to do? Here is our suggested guide designed to help travellers organize their journey with recommended experiences in the Chalbi Desert.
Day 1
Drive to Sibiloi via Chalbi Desert
Day 2
Visit the Koobi Fora Museum
Day 3
Visit the Petrified Forest & Jarigole Pillars
Day 4
Depart by boat to Central Island, then to Eliye Springs
Day 5
Relaxed day on the beach by the shores of Lake Turkana
Day 6
Drive to Kalokol Standing Stones and a tour of the Lomekwi Stone Tools.
Day 7
Excursion to Nariokotome to see Turkana Boy Monument
Day 8
Bird Watching & Astro Tourism at Eliye Springs
Day 9
(Optional) Kite Surfing & Sport Fishing
Day 10
(Optional) Cultural ‘Agata’ Ceremony at traditional homesteads