Turkana Lake Kenya is the largest desert lake in the world and the surroundings are of prehistoric history value. In 1888 an Austrian explorer discovered human skulls and bones at Lake Turkana. Then Richard Leakey, a renowned archeologist excavated fossil remains, eighty years later that dated back three million years.

Lake Turkana Kenya is home to thousands of crocodiles, actually the highest concentration of crocodiles, there are a number of hippos and more than 40 different species of fish. Enormous Nile perch have been spotted in the lake and the Nile tilapia are caught for commercial purposes. Many species of birds have been sighted around Lake Turkana, including many migratory species from Europe as they travel home between March and May.

Several tribal groups have adjusted to the harsh climate around Lake Turkana including the Turkana, Rendille, Gabra, and El Molo. The Turkana are semi nomatic while the El Molo live as hunters and gatherers.

Accommodation options on Lake Tukana include;

Oasis lodge lake Turkana

El molo lodge