The single-humped dromedary has been the mode of transport, and a way of life, for people in the Maralal region in northern Kenya for centuries. Maralal, the town that plays host to the annual camel derby, is home to the Samburu people, an ethnic group closely related to the Maasai. (Photograph by Kenya Tourism Board)
There are some amazing events on tap all over the world, all the time. Here’s a taste of what you can see and do in August:
- Most of the world’s premier horse races have come and gone by August. But what about other ungulates? See camels vie for the finish line at the Maralal Camel Derby in northern Kenya. The hillside market town of Maralal comes to life for this high-energy event that blends sport and culture for a truly unique experience. (August 19-21)
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