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Explore Wajir's desert market on a guided walking tour. Sample camel milk, discover the town's cultural significance, and learn about local customs and market etiquette.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Wajir's desert market
• Sample camel milk, a staple of pastoral life, and learn about its production
• Discover the cultural significance of Wajir as a commercial hub
• Explore stalls selling grains, spices, livestock products, and handmade items
• Gain insight into local customs, dress, and market etiquette

Description

Meet your local guide in Wajir Town and begin a relaxed walking tour through the bustling desert market. As you weave through stalls selling grains, spices, livestock products, and handmade items, learn how Wajir became a key commercial and cultural hub linking Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya. Stop to sample camel milk, a staple of pastoral life, and learn how it’s produced, traded, and consumed. Visit artisans selling handmade mats and household goods, and hear stories of how trade networks and seasonal migrations continue to influence daily life. Throughout the tour, gain respectful insight into local customs, dress, and market etiquette, making this a rich and educational experience for first-time visitors to northern Kenya.

Includes

Hotel pickup & drop-off Walking tour of Wajir Town Visit to desert market Sampling of camel milk Visit to artisans selling handmade mats and household goods Insight into local customs, dress, and market etiquette

Important Information

• The tour involves walking through a bustling market, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Respectful attire is advised to align with local customs. Be prepared for warm weather conditions.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund