{"id":778,"date":"2012-08-03T11:37:12","date_gmt":"2012-08-03T11:37:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.travelcenteruk.co.uk\/blog\/?p=778"},"modified":"2019-11-14T08:34:13","modified_gmt":"2019-11-14T08:34:13","slug":"kenya-international-camel-derby-2012","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelcenter.uk\/blog\/kenya-international-camel-derby-2012\/","title":{"rendered":"Kenya &#8211; International Camel Derby 2012"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The spectacular event has become more than a sport for enthusiasts. The sporting event has become extremely popular as a tourist attraction swarming the Maralal town with travellers worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The Camel Derby has been in existence for more than two decades in the remote town of Maralal in Samburu County. The event gathers spectators as well as competitors from all over the world including Australia, New Zealand, Japan, China, <span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #00ccff;\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.travelcenter.uk\/top-things-to-do-in-mexico-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mexico<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, Holland, Italy and South Africa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Held on 4th August, there are amateur races as well professional races. Be there to witness to finest camels in Kenya and the sportive essence of the riders! The fierce competition of riders to reach the finish line is out of the world. The three-day event is more than inviting to explore the cultural diversity, undying love for sports and many more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Get a firsthand experience of culture, adventure and sports in Maralal, <span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #00ccff;\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.travelcenter.uk\/top-10-things-to-eat-while-in-kenya\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kenya<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. Maralal is a great spot for adventure seekers, sport enthusiasts and an unforgettable experience for cultural buffs.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The spectacular event has become more than a sport for enthusiasts. The sporting event has become extremely popular as a tourist attraction swarming the Maralal town with travellers worldwide. The Camel Derby has been in existence for more than two decades in the remote town of Maralal in Samburu County. 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