Hike and Trail Run Kenya Safari

This safari offers a unique blend of running, hiking, and wildlife exploration in
Kenya. The trip starts in Nairobi, where runners can opt for distances between
5k and 15k at Karura Forest. The adventure then takes participants to Mount Longonot, Hell’s Gate National Park, and Lake Naivasha, where they can engagein boat rides and game walks. The trip also includes visits to the famous Iten, known as the “Home of Champions,” and the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve for game drives.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer to the Trademark Hotel Village Market for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Experience the best running area in Narobi at Karura before breakfast : runners may opt for different distances between 5k and 15K or chose to walk instead of running: breakfast at the hotel before leaving for David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre: lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden: return to the hotel for restful afternoon. Dinner at the Thyme Restaurant and overnight at the Trademark Hotel Village Market.

Day 3: Depart for Mt. Longonot after breakfast and stop briefly at the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint to capture the moment on camera: proceed on with the climb to the summit and around the crater (4-5hrs): descent to the gate and drive to Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge for lunch: take an optional boat ride to Crescent for a close encounter with various types herbivorous animals s which are residents of the beautiful island. The boat ride also avails an opportunity to feed Africa Fish Eagle and view hippos: dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4: Depart for Hells Gate National Park for a memorable running experience: this is a unique park popular with hikers and cyclists, and one of only two Kenyan national parks where this is allowed ̈ the run is vehicle supported for participants who opts to do shorter distances: walk to Ol Njorwa Gorge after lunch: visit Kengen Geothermal Spa pool for a relaxed late afternoon: retreat to Lake Naivasha Sawela for dinner and overnight,

Day 5: Depart for Iten the running Mecca commonly referred to as the Home of Champions: check into Kerio View Lodge overlooking the fascinating Kerio valley in time for late lunch. Evening run at the famous Kamariny grounds followed by dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 6: Leave the lodge after breakfast and drive down the escarpment before being dropped at the junction that leads to Torok Falls: run through the farms and across the streams that originate from Torok Falls. Stop at the falls for photos and walk or run back to a sport next to the main road for picnic and later transfer back to the lodge for a restful afternoon: dinner and Overnight at the lodge.

Day 7: Leave for Iten after an early morning run through the routes used tens of by elite runners preparing for major races across the globe: breakfast at the lodge before departure for Lake Nakuru National Park home to a sizeable population of lions, rhinos; various antelope types, zebras etc besides the 400 species of birdsthat reside there: lunch at Lion Hill Lodge after arrival followed by a late afternoon game drive.

Day 8: Leave Lake Nakuru after breakfast for Masai Mara and arrive at Mara Sarova Tented Camp in time lunch: late afternoon game drive till dusk. Dinner and overnight at the tented camp.

Day 9: Full day game drive in the captivating Masai Mara National Reserve tracking diverse wildlife species which roam the breathtaking landscape capturing them on camera to create lasting memories. This is also home to the great wildebeest migration that takes place July and October. Dinner and overnight at the tented camp.

Day 10: Fly out to Nairobi after breakfast and spend the rest of the day shopping: transfer to the airport for the flight home.

Cost
per person sharing: USD 3650.
Single room supplements USD80
per night.

Cost inclusive of:
Accommodation

• Bed and Breakfast in Nairobi.
• Full board on safari days.
• Transport in a 4X4 Safari vehicle during the safari and town van for airport and
• Other transfers.
• An experienced running safari tour leader.
• English speaking driver/ safari guides/guides.
• Supported runs in the company of local elite runners at your pace: distances according to
  participants abilities.
  Park and other entry fees: Game drives and supported runs/hikes.

Not included:

• Drinks.
• Items of personal nature.
• Tips and gratuities.

Please note:

• This is a scheduled trip but for clients in need of a different safari experience a tailor made package could be formulated.
• Bookings will be confirmed subject to payment of a 40% deposit.
• Payments may be made through bank transfers or credit card.
• Prices may change without prior notice.

For every booking made 10% is channeled to our community projects on Education conservation and sports.