Lake Baringo: Boat Ride and Njemps Village Tour
ID: GYG1161687-1779624
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Baringo, spot hippos and crocs, and visit a Njemps village. Learn about traditional fishing methods and explore the community's daily life.
Begin with a scenic boat ride across the calm waters of Lake Baringo. With your experienced guide, explore the shoreline where you may spot hippos, Nile crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species including fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, and cormorants. Enjoy a thrilling moment as your guide demonstrates fish eagle feeding, a favorite highlight for visitors.
After the boat safari, continue to a nearby Njemps (Il Chamus) village, one of Kenya’s unique fishing communities. Here you’ll learn about traditional fishing methods, daily life, livestock keeping, beadwork, local foods, and the community’s connections to the lake. Meet villagers, explore homesteads, and gain meaningful insights into indigenous culture.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of a boat ride on Lake Baringo and spot hippos and crocs
- Witness the feeding of fish eagles and see kingfishers and cormorants
- Visit a Njemps village and learn about traditional fishing methods
- Explore homesteads and gain insights into the community's daily life
- Discover the vibrant culture of the Njemps people and connection to the lake
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities
Bring sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun
Be prepared for interactions with local villagers
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Scenic boat ride on Lake Baringo
- Visit to Njemps village
- Live tour guide
- Wildlife and bird watching
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
