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KENYA WALKING SAFARI ::: 4 DAYS ABERDARE FOOT
WALK
This trek through the Aberdare Mountains is a
fascinating walk amongst the exotic flora and fauna found above
2500metres.Views of the Rift Valley are breath taking and the
experience is made more memorable by camping above the surrounding
forests, occasional encounters with big game such as elephant and
buffalo, great bush buck and other antelopes.
The Aberdare (Nyandarua) overlooks the Great Rift
Valley and lies on its eastern edge. There are two main peaks,
Lesatima to the north and Kinangop to the south. Various species of
wildlife inhabit these mountain ranges, hiding in the heavily
forested slopes and in the upper moorlands. Walking is always cool
with plenty of clear mountain streams. Our walk starts below the
bamboo forest, climbing up onto the moorlands. There is always
danger walking through the African bush but we do not expect many
close encounters with large game. However, our trained and armed
game ranger knows the area and the habits of the game.
Day 1 - Mweiga
Departing our office in the morning., we go north to
Mweiga to meet our guide and then up into the forested eastern
slopes of the Aberdare ranges where we make camp.
Day 2 & 3 - Walking
We start our walk. Carry only what you need for the
day's walk, the vehicle will meet us in the moorlands where camp
will be made. A short game drive if weather permits.
Day 4 - Nairobi
We depart the moorland camp (10,000ft) and descend by
vehicle looking for game on the way. We drop off the guide and head
back to Nairobi arriving before late afternoon.
Note: Clients should arrange to have good
weatherproof clothing and a warm sleeping bag, a water bottle and
good walking shoes plus a pair of shoes to wear in camp.
What is included in the price
- Transport by Four Wheel Drive safari vehicle
- Services of English speaking driver/safari cook?
- Flying Doctors evacuation cover
-- All airport/hotel/airport transfers
- Game park entrance fees
- Services of an armed ranger
- All campsite fees
- All camping equipment including use of our 2-person
tents, stools, foam mattresses, except sleeping bags
- Three meals a day while on safari whether
vegetarian or non-vegetarian prepared by our safari chef
What is not included in the price
- Personal travel insurance
- Sleeping bags
- Hotel accommodation in Nairobi before and after the
safari
- All airport taxes and visas
- Any other extras not stated as included above e.g.
alcoholic beverages, gratuities to staff, etc
Special safaris packages for Kenya
KENYA WALKING SAFARI :::
7 DAYS WILD PLAINS WALKING SAFARI
Walking safari
Are you searching for a safari away from vehicles and
their window views? Experience the subtle sounds of the African bush
on foot where you smell the fresh aroma of the morning grass on the
plains or wander through a mountain valley and beautiful sceneries.
Our local tribal guides with intimate knowledge of their surrounding
accompany us to ensure we miss nothing. We visit colourful areas of
the Maasai villages and get a chance to observe their traditional
ways of life.
Walking is in a comfortable pace with binoculars and
camera close to hand. Our vehicle or pack animals (Donkeys) forge
ahead to set up camp and arrange meal stops. Here we pitch tents or
fly camp! After a few days walking we proceed for game drives at
Maasai Mara national park for game drives since walking is not
allowed here. Your comfort and security are basic concerns that are
primary to the itinerary.
Walking safaris directly benefit local people who
provide guides and pack animals as well as having a minimal impact
on the natural environment.
Please find some of our walking safari itineraries
that include walk and drive sectors. We would be happy to tailor
make /design your safari to meet your budget /requirements.
We require 2 pax to guarantee a departure.
7 DAYS WILD PLAINS WALKING SAFARI
A foot safari through the Northern plains of the
Maasai Mara excellent for seeing game foot plus a day inside the
reserve to view game in the 4 x 4. This trip can be run expedition
style with donkeys and Maasai handlers or backed up with a 4 x 4. In
both cases local Maasai guides would accompany us.
Nairobi-Mara
Day 1: Pick up from your hotel and depart
Nairobi, driving across the Great Rift Valley via Narok town to
Nyumba ya Gorova, where we meet up with our Maasai guides. Make camp
at the open plains for overnight.
Day 2: Walking
After an early breakfast, we head off on foot with
Maasai guides. The driver and cook are leftbehind to pack up camp
and move to the next site. We expect to arrive approximately at
lunch -time each day. Afternoons can be spent relaxing or you can
take a short drive or walk in the evening.
Day 3 & 4: Walking
Walk in the morning and relax in the afternoon.
Day 5: Walking- Mara
Walk in the morning to meet your safari vehicle-
proceed for to Masai Mara national park for an after noon game drive
-Dinner and overnight at a campsite.
Day 6: Mara
Full day spent exploring the Masai Mara Park.
Day 7: Mara-Nairobi
An early morning game drive in the reserve and after
breakfast, we head back to Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon.
Drop off at your hotel or airport.
CAUTION: You are forewarned that it is very
likely that we meet large game during the walk and every precaution
is taken to ensure your safety. We use local Maasai guides armed
with spears, bow and arrows for safety as services of armed rangers
outside the game reserve is not available. Hence there is always a
risk whilst on foot in this dispersal area and Asili Adventure
safaris will not accept liability for any injuries/misadventure that
may arise during the walk. Clients must therefore have adequate
personal health and evacuation insurance to take care of any such
eventualities. A Flying Doctors Services Cover for rapid evacuation
from the scene of accident to a hospital only can be arranged
through our office on request.
What is included in the price
- Transport by Four Wheel Drive safari vehicle
- Services of English speaking driver and chef
- Flying Doctors evacuation cover
- Emergency evacuation cover
- All airport/hotel/airport transfers
- Game park entrance fees
- Services of armed ranger
- All campsite fees
- All camping equipment including use of our 2-person
tents, stools, foam mattresses, except sleeping bags
- Three meals a day while on safari whether
vegetarian or non-vegetarian prepared by our safari chef
What is not included in the price
- Personal travel insurance
- Sleeping bags
- visits to cultural villages
- Hotel accommodation in Nairobi.
- All airport taxes and visas
- Any
other extras not stated as included above e.g. alcoholic beverages,
gratuities to staff, etc
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