The Jade Sea Adventure: Lake Turkana & Northern Frontier Helicopter Safari

2 Days

For travelers seeking the edge of the world, the Jade Sea Adventure is a helicopter safari unlike any other. This expedition takes you deep into the far north of Kenya, into a land where deserts meet volcanic badlands and the endless horizon is broken only by flaming cliffs and the shimmering waters of Lake Turkana, the world’s largest desert lake. Known as the Jade Sea for its brilliant turquoise hue, Lake Turkana is surrounded by stark beauty and ancient history. This is a safari for explorers who crave exclusivity, adventure, and the chance to touch lands rarely seen by outsiders.

Highlights

Encounters with remote cultures like the Turkana or Rendille, available as optional add-ons

Aerial overflight of the Suguta Valley, Kenya’s own “Grand Canyon” of volcanic escarpments and dunes

The surreal landscapes of Lake Turkana, glowing jade-green against black volcanic rock

Remote landing at Central Island, a volcanic island in the lake with steaming craters and crocodile nurseries

Views of Silali and Nabiyotum craters, part of Kenya’s dramatic volcanic fields

Itinerary

Cost

Itinerary

Day 01 :
Nairobi to Suguta Valley & Turkana Basin

Departing Nairobi in your luxury helicopter, the landscape transforms dramatically as you cross the Laikipia Plateau and head north. Soon the Suguta Valley unfurls below you—towering cliffs, jagged lava flows, and golden dunes weaving between them. You’ll circle Silali Crater before descending into the stark desert. The flight continues toward the Turkana Basin, where the vast Jade Sea suddenly appears, shimmering in contrast to the desolate earth. The helicopter lands on a remote stretch of shore for an exclusive bush lunch with uninterrupted lake views.

Day 02 :
Lake Turkana & Central Island Exploration

Rise early for a breathtaking flight over Lake Turkana, circling Nabiyotum Crater and tracing the rugged shoreline. The highlight is a landing on Central Island, a volcanic island dotted with steaming craters and famed for its crocodile nurseries and birdlife. Explore briefly before returning to the helicopter, lifting off to sweep over lava fields that feel like another planet. Afterward, you’ll enjoy a champagne picnic by the lakeshore before beginning the return journey south, flying past dramatic cliffs and desert ridges en route to Nairobi or Laikipia by late afternoon.

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The Jade Sea Adventure: Lake Turkana & Northern Frontier Helicopter Safari