Kenya Walking Safaris
A guide to walking safaris in Africa. Exclusive private walking safaris
where you will witness the true wilderness experience of Africa. The
beautiful terrains of Africa are simply unmatched. Perhaps the ancient
secrets that Africa has to offer are discovered by those who take time
to walk around and about.
A walking safari in Africa is synonymous with fun filled adventure and
the promotion of traditional safari style.
TYPES OF SUCH SAFARIS
Wilderness trails: This walking safari involves you, (thought that
was obvious), what else? You will be in company of a guide carrying your
gear and other provisions. You can decide on more guides, scouts,
porters and cooks, e.t.c
Backed up walking safari: You will have a support staff from the safari
company who will set up a rolling camp basis depending on your
destination and time consideration. All camps that you have ever
imagined are found in Africa. You can choose between the very basic or
the perhaps luxurious tented camps. Difference is clear!
Top Kenya Walking Safari Destinations
* Crescent Island Sanctuary
* Hell’s Gate National Park
* Lake Naivasha
* Mt Longonot Volcano Walk
* Masai Mara National Reserve
* Loita Hills Trek
* Masai Village
Walking Safari Destinations
African Walking Safaris
Kenya Walking Safaris
Kenya Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration
Every year starting from the early July to late September, over a
million wildebeests and Zebras followed by the big cats cross over the
rolling plains of the Masai Mara setting the most spectacular marvel of
mother nature that cannot be witnessed in any other part of the world.
This undoubtedly becomes the best times to visit Africa. The selected
Safari will show you this and more. On this safari we will visit the
premier parks and game reserves of Kenya. First we will head north to
the lush forest of the Aberdare mountain range, where we will spend our
time observing the many forest species that come to the waterhole.
Kenya Walking Safaris
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.
Day 1: Nairobi-Mara
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
