Just like a mirage, Mount Marsabit is rising above the surrounding burning deserts of Kaisut and Chalbi in Northern Kenya. Though born of fire, this huge basaltic shield volcano is a cool realm covered with lush cloud forest, spotted with sparkling crater lakes and often swathed in mist. Trade winds from the Indian Ocean ensure that Marsabit remains a breathtaking green oasis in the midst of a vast arid region. “Marsabit – Beyond the Desert” reveals the volcano’s best hidden secrets.