3 nights hike-1night L. Naivasha-2nights Mara-2nights Naboisho conservancy-2nights Diani beach
The tour covers climbing mt. Kenya on Nanyuki side at Sirimon gate to height of 4200m and coming through Narumoru. You will be picked by your guide to a overnight in Naivasha then proceed to Mara and Naboisho
Conservancy where you will be able to see the big five and enjoy nature. From Mara you will depart to Nairobi for the beach either by the new SGR rail line or bus depending on time you leave Mara.
You will be picked from Airport-
Day 1-4
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport [time not availed}
You will get picked-up from the Airport in Nairobi by our driver/guide in accompany you to a short briefing and then head to Nanyuki have lunch then proceed to Sirimon gate Mt. Kenya in our customized 7-seater safari minivan with a pop-up roof. You will meet our guide and porters who will take you through the days and nights.
Day 1: Nairobi/Sirimon/Judmier Camp (Old Moses Camp) 3-4 hrs, 9km, 860m ascent
Leave Nairobi at 7 am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Sirimon
Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest right to Old Moses Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Old Moses Camp/Shipton Camp 6-7hrs, 14km, 900m ascent
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from
Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland
and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are
panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m.
Day 3: Shipton Camp /Point Lenana/ Mackinders Camp / Met Station 9-10rs, 21km
Leave at 2am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving point Lenana at 6:30am, taking about 4hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to to Mackinders Camp for breakfast then down to Met Station bandas for overnight.
Day 4: Met Station /Narumoru Gate -Naivasha 4-5hrs 9km
After breakfast, descend the mountain and connect with your transfer vehicle at Narumoru Gate. Drive on to Naivasha with arrival in the late afternoon. Have lunch en-route to Naivasha for Dinner, Rest and overnight,
Main Destination: Lake Naivasha
Accommodation:
Meals & Drinks:
• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
After breakfast checkout with your belongings and have some activities around Lake Naivasha on route to Mara. The lake is almost 13kms across, but its waters are shallow with an average depth of 5 meters. Much of the lake is surrounded by forests of the yellow barked Acacia. These forests abound with bird life, and Naivasha is known as a world class birding. The waters of the lake draw a great range of game to these shores. Giraffes wander among the acacia, Buffalo wallow in the swamps and Columbus monkeys call from the treetops while the Lakes large hippo population sleeps the day out in the shallows. The region surrounding the Lake is well worth exploring. The park is home to a profusion of plains game and bird life. Walking is permitted, making it ideal for hiking, biking, and rock climbing.
Optional Excursions includes
1 hour boat ride : US$ 30 per person
2 hours walking safari on Crescent Island Sanctuary:US$40 per person
Then leave to Masai Mara have lunch en-route arriving late afternoon Have evening game drive then dinner and overnight at the lodge
Main Destination: Masai Mara
Accommodation:
Meals & Drinks:
• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
After breakfast leave with packed lunch for a full day long game drive. Masai Mara offers wonderful scenery and plenty of game. It is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where a visitor may see animals in the same super abundance as existed a century ago. Africa has a long history of capturing the imagination of travelers; a continent of dramatic contrasts that gives you an unforgettable and remarkable experience.
The afternoon is spent on a game drive in search of the black manned lions which the park is famous. Lion making a kill can be witnessed in the late afternoon or a leopard in a tree enjoying the meal he has dragged up to avoid disturbance and detection. There is a particularly dramatic spectacle from July to October, the annual migration of huge herds of Gnus and Zebras, predators such as Hyenas, Jackals, Leopards and Lions closely follow these herds. The plain is literally covered with these animals.
Leave the park at around 3 pm and then return back to the lodge relax and visit the nearby masai village for
Cultural experience. Its $20 per person.
Main Destination: Masai Mara
Accommodation:
Meals & Drinks:
• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Have early morning game drive with the chance to see the predators probably on a hunting mission. Soak in the abundance of untamed wilderness, fresh and natural scenery, filled with exotic wildlife during our expertly guided game drives enjoyed in open vehicles then return for breakfast. After short stay check out and drive to Naboisho conservancy for lunch and more wildlife and nature experience.
Main Destination:Naboisho Conservancy Mara
Accommodation:LUXURY CAMP
• Wilderness camp
Meals & Drinks:
• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Naboisho Conservancy consists of 50,000 acers (20,000 hectares) of pristine wildlife territory and spectacular scenery. Despite its short time in operation, Naboisho has become renowned for its bountiful biodiversity and breathtaking beauty. Already, researchers are witnessing how the wildlife thrives in protected areas. The density of lions within Naboisho is one of the highest in the world, with a population of more than 70 identified lions who use Naboisho as their home territory. Poaching is an ever-increasing threat to Kenya’s elephants. Elephant researchers identify a prominent change in elephant behavior inside protected areas. Naboisho has become a haven for elephants, a vital sanctuary in a dangerous time.
Some of the activities in Naboisho you will have shared game drive safaris, night game drives and guided bush sundowner, walking safaris and many other activities.
Main Destination:
Naboisho Conservancy Mara
Accommodation:LUXURY CAMP
• Wilderness camp
Meals & Drinks:
• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
After breakfast check out and leave for Nairobi, have lunch en-route then arrive on time to depart with 3pm
Or have a flight to Diani beach through Wilson Airport or JKIA to Mombasa .
New SGR train to Mombasa. A journey of five hours with spectacular view of rural Kenya and also wildlife at Tsavo national park which cuts in the middle of the park . On arrival at the railway terminus you will be picked and transferred to your beach hotel, check-in and enjoy the rest.
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Main Destination:DIANI BEACH
Accommodation:BEACH HOTEL
Days 10 to 12
Located on the silver sands of the Diani Beach, 20 km to the south of Mombasa City and approximately 20km from Moi International Airport, the resort offers all the comforts of home and maintains an open air feel due to its large reception and hallways. This resort is very popular with regular guests, offering very good service and a family atmosphere. Special highlight is the lush garden area and the new terrace with a view of the Indian Ocean. There are many quiet areas throughout the resort including the newly created coffee shop to offer you calm and relaxation. The generous lobby and the impressive halls create an open air feeling leaving you with plenty of room for your very individual holiday experience.
Enjoy your holiday and have a nice flight back home through Moi international Airport, Mombasa.
Included
• Park fees (For non-residents)
• All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
• All Taxes/VAT
• Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
• International flights (From/to home)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp. per day)
• Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
MOUNTAIN HIKING- MT. KENYA
FOOD & SNACKS
Meals will be provided, as well as basic snacks. You should also bring your own energy
snacks, for example:
• Energy biscuits
• Chocolate
• Nuts
• Candy
• Energy sachets /Dextrose
PS: Any special dietary requirements such as diabetic, vegetarian, lactose intolerant, non
beef MUST BE communicated in advance.
CLIMBING GEAR
Please ensure you get proper gear as in the outline below.
1. Backpack/rucksack, properly padded with a capacity of 65 or so liters
2. Sleeping bag(High Altitude fibril bags)
3. Waterproof Hiking Boots
4. Snow gutters
5. Head Gear
• Marvin
• Balaclava /Warm Hat
• Sunglasses
6. Clothing
• Scarf – 1
• T-Shirts -8
• Heavy jacket – 1
• Windbreaker jacket/waterproof – 1
• Sweat pants – 5
• Warm pants for evenings – 2
• Waterproof windbreaker pants – 1
• Heavy woolen socks- At least 6 pairs
• Gloves (Warm Ski gloves ) – 1
• Full neck Sweaters – 3
• Thermal underwear
• Camera
7. Water bottles: Carrying Capacity of over 4 Liters (avoid plastic water bottles)
8. Water purification tablets
9. Bathroom Kit(Recommend Wet Wipes)
10. Headlamp
11. Personal First aid items/medicine
12. Toiletries
13. Wide Brimmed sun hat
Package Includes
• All meals on the Mountain
• Picnic lunch on day of arrival
• Accommodation on Mountain Huts
• Statutory park fees
• Guides, Porters, Chefs
• Certificate of achievement
Package Excludes
• Emergent evacuation insurance cover.
• Porters and Guide gratitude Tips (recommended to be 10 – 15% of climb costs))
• Personal Climbing Gear as listed above
• Water and Drinks (Clean spring water is available for refills but you need to carry
water purification tablets)
• Trip Photography Ksh. 4,500pp
• En-route meals