Mt Kenya ascent via the Chogoria route is a scenic hike as it takes you through epic landscapes such as waterfalls, lakes, forest and alpine vegetations to spotting some wildlife such as waterbucks, buffaloes and elephants when very lucky. There are no mountain huts along this route but we use quality, waterproof and spacious tents.
Masai mara national reserve it’s globally famous for its exceptional wildlife population of the ‘Africa’s Big Five’ which includes Masai lions, African lions, rhinoceros, African buffaloes and leopards. Other small and big residents include; hyenas, wild dogs, giraffes, cheetahs, vultures, crocodiles and hippos among many other wildlife.
Other than the abundance of animals, this endless Savana boosts one of world’s biggest wildlife movement drama happens here every year from July to October which has been rated 7th wonder of the modern world. It’s the migration of wildebeests, zebras and gazelles crossing from Serengeti national park in Tanzania in search for greener pastures before heading back for calving.
Lake Nakuru attracts vast numbers of fabulously colored pink lesser flamingos among other wildlife such as Hippo, white and black rhinos, giraffe, lion, buffaloes, leopards and a profusion of many species of birds are also present at the shallow alkaline lake surrounded by forests.
Lake Naivasha is famous for its significant national freshwater resource in an otherwise water-scarce area, supporting a diverse community of waterbirds and many large and small mammals. The ecosystem provides an array of activities such as; Hiking to Mt Longonot, boat rides, walking/bicycle rides safari at Hells Gate national park encountering one on one with wildlife such as; giraffes, buffaloes, hippos among many others.
Hike & Safari Highlights;
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Hiking distance; 11km in 2-4hrs
Meal Plan; Lunch & Dinner
Vegetation Zone; Tropical Forests & Giant Heather
Altitude Gain from Nairobi; 1,750m
Type of Accommodation; Quality Mountain tents with mattress.
Leave from Nairobi driving towards the north eastern side of Kenya arriving Chogoria town in 4 hrs. It’s from here you’ll meet the rest of climbing crew and proceed for another hour after checking the entrance through the forest with high chances of spotting wildlife. Start your hike just after lunch taking a detour via the scenic Nithi Waterfalls reaching camp before dark.
Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Gain; 850m
Habitat Vegetation; Heath and moorland vegetation
Hiking Distance; 7km in 5-6hrs.
Type of Accommodation; Tents with mattress
After having breakfast, leave the camp to Mintos hut trekking along a single trail through alpine and moorland vegetation. The trek between the two camps there’s no water point so one should have enough water with him/her. Lunch will have been packed for you.
Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Gain; 685m
Altitude Drop; 1,635m
Habitat Vegetation; Alpine heather.
Total Hiking Distance; 21km in 8-12 hrs
Type of Accommodation; Tents with mattress
This is the most mentally, emotionally and physically demanding but walking at a sensible pace comfortable with your breathing, taking sips of water and mentally prepared you’ll eventually conquer yourself.
Wake up at 0200 hrs.’, have a simple breakfast and hit the trail in the dark for the summit [Point Lenana] catching up with sunrise on time. At the Summit, this is the most breathtaking moment and unforgettable experience of all. If the weather is very clear, Mt Kilimanjaro is visible from this point. After taking some photos start descending via Sirimon route passing by Shiptons Camp for full breakfast.
After like 1.5hrs relax, head down along the Mackinders valley reaching Old Moses Camp for overnight in 6hrs.
Altitude drops to Nairobi; 1,685m
Hiking distance; 9km in 2 hours
Vegetation; Bamboo & Rain Forests
Meal Plan; Breakfast
Have breakfast around 8am, start trekking down the paved road with high chances of spotting wildlife reaching exit in 2hrs. Board your ride back to Nairobi hotel based on bed and breakfast.
Drive Time; 5Hrs
Meals Plan; Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation at either;
ECONOMY; Lencanda camp, Crocodile camp/similar
STANDARD; Enkorok tented camp, AA Mara camp, Mara chui/similar
LUXYRY; Ashnil Mara, Mara serena, Mara Maisha, Mara serena/similar
The safari kicks off from your Nairobi hotel/airport where our agency tour driver will meet and advise about the tour before leaving. The drive follows north west of Kenya via the scenic Great East African Rift valley floor and escarpments arriving at your camp/lodge in time for lunch.
Before sundown head out for an evening game drive or to a Masai village.
Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation at either;
ECONOMY; Lencanda camp, Crocodile camp/similar
STANDARD; Enkorok tented camp, AA Mara camp, Mara chui/similar
LUXYRY; Ashnil Mara, Mara serena, Mara Maisha, Mara serena/similar
Starting on an early morning, spend this day viewing, searching and tracking carnivores as they hunt down their prey in this epic endless wilderness. Lunch will have been packed for you a limitless game drive.
Drive Time; 4-5Hrs
Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation at either;
STANDARD; Lake Nakuru lodge/similar
LUXYRY; Sarova Lion hill, Lake Nakuru lodge, Sarova Woodland/similar
After breakfast, summarize your Masai mara with an enroute game drive continuing to lake Nakuru with a lunch stopover at Narok town. Arrive to your camp with an evening game drive and after dinner and overnight.
Drive Time; 2Hrs
Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation at either;
STANDARD; Panorama Park hotel/similar
LUXYRY; Lake Naivasha, Great Rift Valley/similar
After breakfast you will proceed on a game drive in Lake Nakuru Park, known for its prolific bird-life including the famous pink-colored flamingos.
Later in the mid-day exit lake Nakuru for Naivasha hotel for lunch and optional boat rides at the lake.
Drive Time; 2-3Hrs
Meal Plan; Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation at either;
STANDARD; Ibis Styles, Hotel Meridian/similar
LUXYRY; Radisson Blu, Tamarind Tree, Four points by Sheraton/similar
After breakfast have a nature bicycle ride in the Hell’s Gate National Park. This the only park in Kenya you can view wildlife on whether on foot or by a bicycle which are readily available to hire at the entrance. There are over 100 species of birds in the park, including vultures, Eagles, Augur Buzzard, and Swifts. African Buffalo, Zebra, Eland, Hartebeests, Thomson’s Gazelle, Giraffes, Warthogs and Baboons are also common.
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