Scouting for the Most Preferred Location for the Construction of a Habitat

DATES

JULY 13-17, 2023

ISOLATION

5 DAYS

CREW

6 ANALOG ASTRONAUTS

OASEAS is a project to design, build and operate a world-class research station in Northern Kenya that simulates human settlements in space.

The Desert Trek took place on July 13 to July 17 and included site visits to potential locations of OASEAS in Marsabit  County across the lake from the 2,400 year old megalithic site used for star gazing by the ancient Cushites.

The OASEAS project will be the first sub-Saharan African node in a global ecosystem of analog space research stations which includes e.g. HiSEAS (Hawaii); LunARES (Poland). OASEAS will enable researchers in Africa to participate in space science, engineering and technologies such as: robotics, energy, water and waste management, architecture, biotechnology, agri-technology, food technology.

OASEAS will also address the challenge of advancing space for all humanity by advancing transnational research partnerships such as those envisaged in the Artemis Accords.

Mission Scenario

The sun, sand and sea adventure is a 5 days 4 nights adventure customized package meant to show a part of the Marsabit and Samburu counties tourism circuit, while transforming lives through tourism.

Our trip starts very early from Nairobi at 0400hrs. Being a long day, breakfast and breakfast will be on the way. Stop over for photos and sightseeing at Mt Ololokwe. Later proceed to Marsabit, drive up to Lake Paradise in time to see the animals coming out for an evening drink, before going to your hotel for dinner. The sunset from the hills is also worth the drive.

In the morning embark on crossing the Chalbi Desert driving by the rock dune at the heart of the desert. The journey leads you to a beautiful Gamura oasis in Maikona, famous for its shallow wells. Later proceed to Kalacha, a pleasant surprise in the middle of the very arid country side. Later proceed to North Horr where the nearest chalbi dune is located. Late in the afternoon drive back to Marsabit in time to catch the beautiful sunset.

After breakfast head out south to Loiyangalani a tourist town by the shores of Lake Turkana, the largest desert permanent Lake in the world. Arrive in time for lunch, later visit the small Island Komote home to the famous El Molo people who are 100% dependent on the Lake for survival.

If you are out for some adventure you can visit the South land National park home to the breeding ground for the Nile crocodile also known as the reptile island. Evening sundowner on the Lake is the lively way to end the trip.

Spend the morning visiting the Lake Town later depart to Ngurunit an oasis surrounded by Ndoto Ranges popularly known for its birds life, pass by Lake Turkana Wind Farm project which offers unique blend of natural beauty, renewable energy innovation, and glimpse into the lives of the people who call this remote region home .Its a journey that takes you through a less-traveled part of Kenya and allows you to appreciate the rugged and enchanting landscapes of the northern frontier. Overnight and dinner spend at Camp Ndoto with views and the of the ranges and the singing birds.

In the morning visit the village and buy some souvenirs, before heading outback the city. Stopover for Nanyuki for lunch then proceed with the journey to Nairobi to arrive early in the evening.

CREW

Isaac Gathu

Flight Director

Claire Nelson

Mission Director

Olaoluwalotobi Thomas

Commander

Sarah Elemah

Pilot

MJ Steady Ndiaye

Mission Specialist

Richard Damoah

Mission Specialist

Research Topics

Waste & Waste Water Management
Land Topography
Natural & Environmental Sciences
Renewable Energy Innovations
Architecture
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