Volcanic Rocks and Riverine Forests
SHABA National Reserve took it's name from the the massive cone of volcanic rock that dominates this region. The landscape is similar to nearby Samburu with riverine forests, acacia and doum palms. This area is famous for the association with Kenya's most renowned conservationists, George and Joy Adamson.
In Shaba you will find the monument of the late Joy Adamson who died here in 1980. This reserve was the setting of the film "Sheena Queen of the jungle" and, more recently, "To walk with lions" depicting the life of George Adamson who did most of his conservation work on this reserve. The third series of "Survivor" is currently being filmed there - ending in late September.
