
A wander through the open plains of Engikaret Lark Plains in search of the endemic Beesley’s Lark and other dry-country specialties.
Request to Join →Take a wander through the open plains at one of the best places, Engikaret Lark Plains! The wide grassy trails and short walks take us through classic dry savanna and acacia scrub habitats, hosting a wonderful variety of birds.
We’ll focus on trying to find the region’s special larks, especially the endemic Beesley’s Lark, along with Somali Short-toed Lark, Rufous-naped Lark, Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark, and other dry-country specialties. We will, of course, also stop to admire any other birds, raptors, or wildlife that catches our eye along the way!
Details: Distance 5–10km · Elevation 1,433m · Mostly paved road, paved trail, single-track packed dirt/gravel · Pacing: Slow with frequent stops · Sun exposure: Full.

Search the open plains for one of Africa's rarest endemic larks.
Somali Short-toed, Rufous-naped, and Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Lark.
Wide grassy trails through classic dry savanna and acacia scrub.

This outing is limited to 10 participants — first to reach out, first to confirm. Send us a quick note with your preferred dates and we'll respond personally with logistics.
This outing operates under our Volunteer and Participant Codes of Conduct, designed to keep guides, participants, and the landscapes we visit safe. On occasion, field trips may be rescheduled due to weather or trail conditions — we'll always notify participants by email.
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