Hot, bold, and beautiful — Lodwar is the beating heart of Turkana. Every year, it lights up during Tobong’u Lore, the region’s grand cultural festival of dance, color, and connection.
FUN FACTS:
Lodwar is famously known as the gateway to Lake Turkana, the world’s largest desert lake and the largest alkaline lake on Earth.
The area around Lodwar, especially near Lake Turkana, is one of the most significant archaeological regions in the world — where the famous Turkana Boy fossil was discovered.
Lodwar serves as the administrative and economic capital of Turkana County, often called the “desert capital” of Kenya.
The Lodwar market is a lively scene where you can find beautiful handcrafts, traditional jewellery, and locally made goods — a true reflection of Turkana culture.
Once a remote outpost, Lodwar is now growing fast, with improved roads, hotels, and even an airport connecting it to major Kenyan cities.
Tobong’u Lore means “Coming Home” in Turkana — an annual event held in Lodwar, Turkana County, Kenya, to celebrate the rich culture of the Turkana people and neighboring communities from Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda
Fly Easy to Lodwar — Embrace the warmth of the Turkana sun and timeless traditions.
