Accommodation
Purpose built campsites including Camp Makongeni, Camp Mwaluganje and Tsavo Safari Camp. Please click on links for further details.
Transport
Special Safari prepared mini buses as well as 4x4 vehicles support the camp infrastructure and guest requirements.
Meals
Full board meals throughout the tour
Staff
Local Guide
Age Restriction
Minimum Age 18, Maximum 24 (exceptions mady be made on application).
Optional Activities
We work in partnership with Southern Cross Scuba and Water Sports who offer a range of additional activities from Scuba diving and snorkeling to Big Game fishing. Additional ocean activities can be booked and paid for before you travel but can also be added on at any stage of your placement (Subject to availability).
Mount Kenya - As the highest mountain in Kenya at 4985 metres, this is an amazing 5 day trek. You will receive a detailed equipment and preparation guide in your expedition guidelines document that we send to you on receipt of your Booking Form. You will leave camp and spend one night relaxing in a local hotel where you receive a briefing from your expedition leader. The following morning a transfer drive delivers you to the park gates from where you start your trek. Over the next 4 days you will walk through some of the most stunning scenery Kenya has to offer culminating in a night ascent of the summit, ready to watch the African sunrise. Day 5 gives you a chance to rest your feet as we transfer you in vehicles back to the Hotel for a hot shower and another good night’s rest. Our success rate of getting you to the top is over 50% and the personal feeling of achievement is extraordinary.
Kilimanjaro - Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing volcano in the world and the tallest mountain in Africa. At an altitude of 5895 metres it presents a formidable challenge to all who attempt to climb it. Many tourists fail as they try to save money by opting for a 4 or 5-day climb, the success rate for which is approximately 40%. We take our time and as such over 95% of our climbers reach the top. Our trek lasts for 7 days and follows the stunning Machame Route to the summit, Uhuru Peak. We use professional porters and guides, excellent equipment and guarantee a range of cuisine that would challenge many restaurants. Our safety systems are tried and tested and you will be led at all time by trained professionals. If you choose Kilimanjaro as your adventure package you will not be disappointed as you sit on the highest point in Africa watching the sunrise.
Other Information
Visa:
You will require a tourist visa to enter Kenya and Tanzania. Help with visa applications will be given as and when you apply for them. A travel manual is given to you at time of booking to help you prepare for your trip.
Vaccinations and Malaria:
Malaria is prevelant throughout East Africa so you will need to talk to your GP or travel nurse about protection. Keeping covered up in the evenings and having mosquieto spray containing 50% deet is always good. You will also need to seek advice about the recommended vacinations.
Language:
Many languages are spoken in Kenya and Tanzania. Swahili and English are used widely, as our traditional tribel langauges.
Money and time:
Kenyas currency is Kenyan shillings and these can be purchased before you travel. We recommend a small amount is taken and the remainder is taken in travellers cheques.
Tananian currency is also shillings, although they cannot be purchased outside of Tanzania. We recommend you change a small amount into US dollars and take the remainder in travellers cheques
Kenya and Tanzania are 2 – 3 hours ahead depending on Greenwich Mean Time.
Local customs and eitequet:
You will be briefed fully on arrival to make sure you remain culturally sensertive to your surroundings and the people in your new enviroment. All camps have permanent managers that wil assit your throughout your stay and give you support and guidance.
Operator Remarks
The itinerary is intended to provide you with an illustration of how past itineraries have run. Your actual itinerary will consist of the components you have booked and are subject to change due to factors such as seasonality, weather, client numbers, logistics, safety and the ever-changing needs of projects. It is important to note that you are electing to travel to Africa and partake in a range of challenging community and wildlife programmes including any adventures you may have elected to do. Adventurous travel is, by nature, unpredictable at times and of course herein lies the attraction to many of us.
Mates Rates - 2 or more people booking together receive 5% discount (not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Camp Tanzania + Camp Kenya - book both together and receive a 5% discount (not including adventure add-ons).
