Shaba National Reserve is a rugged, spectacular sanctuary that defines the raw spirit of Northern Kenya. Famous as the setting for Joy Adamson's book Queen of Shaba, this reserve is characterized by its stark volcanic cones, green oases fed by natural springs, and the deep, copper-colored dust that blankets the plains. Shaba offers a more exclusive and solitary safari experience than its neighbors, providing a dramatic stage for the Special Five wildlife to thrive against a backdrop of ancient lava flows.