The Chalbi Desert is a small desert in northern Kenya near the border with Ethiopia. It is east of Lake Turkana and contains North Horr.
Why is Chalbi Desert important?
A desert Safari in Chalbi Desert gives visitors the opportunity to interact with local communities like the Rendille, the Turkana, the Samburu, and a few others. It is a way to explore their culture and to know their traditions and lifestyle.
What animals live in the Chalbi Desert?
Even in this barren and desolate location, you may see a shadow emerge in the distance, as ostriches, grevy's zebras, oryx and other adapted animals are often observed in the desert. Amazingly, spotted hyena have been seen too.
The Chalbi Desert, though, does have a secret.
What is the climate of the Chalbi Desert?
Chalbi Desert is the hottest and most arid area in Kenya.
Average daytime temperatures range from 109 F (43 C) to 115 F (46 C) degrees whereas the temperature drops to around 57-59 F (14 -15 C) degrees at night.
The area experiences two dry seasons and two rainy seasons.
