I saw him from across the room and I smiled at him, even though I had only seen him from a far on my last visit to Turkanaland. He seemed to sense my gaze and looked in my direction, a beautiful smile breaking from his lips, revealing white sparkling teeth. He rose and walked towards me, eyes locked on mine as if daring me to turn away. The last time I saw him, I didn’t get adequate time to look at him, learn his features, see him in his element or learn who he really is. No way was I going to let this chance pass me by and so I gawked, unashamedly. When he stood before me, I was impressed by his firm strong handshake, his confident gaze, his pronounced physical features and I noted he had a cute parting between the teeth on his lower gum. He greeted…
Cradle Tented Camps, A haven in Lodwar
Lodwar town is the capital of Turkana County, better known as Turkanaland. Turkana Land is located in Northern Kenya, a region that is greatly…
Eliye Springs Resort- The pearl of Eliye Springs
Eliye Springs Resort is located in Eliye Springs also known as Ille Springs in Turkana county, Kenya. When I ventured into Turkanaland as part…
The best kept secret that is Eliye Springs, Turkana
I am elated to say that the beauty that is Turkana, is one of the best kept secrets I have ever discovered. I shared…
My homecoming to Turkanaland
Turkana county also referred to as Turkanaland and is believed to be the “Cradle of Mankind”, due to it being home to the remains…
Maralal Camel Derby
Camel Derby is an annual event that is held in Maralal town, Samburu county in August. As the name reveals, it has lots to…
Marsabit Lake Turkana Cultural Festival
The Marsabit Lake Turkana Festival is one of those “must attend” festivals in Kenya. The festival has been held annually in Loiyangalani since 2008…
Things to do in one day in Isiolo and Archers Post
Isiolo We arrived in Isiolo from Meru after a near mis-hap and after discovering that the two towns were only about 53km apart. Isiolo…
Challenges of Backpacking Northern Kenya
What inspired my first, solo, backpacking expedition in Kenya you may wonder? Well, curiosity and a moment of insanity may be to blame I…
9 things they do not tell you about Northern Kenya
All I had ever heard about Northern Kenya was negative. Community clashes, banditry, drought, poverty, among others. Thus as I ventured off, this is…