Traveling through the land with horseback riding, creating a cloud of dust and chasing zebra, we are part of Africa that has not lost the timelessness. Living in the same camps as the Masai, we get to be culturally affiliated with the traditions that have been there for ages. However, our destination is off the beaten path, cutting through the wilderness and avoiding popular spots. There, one discovers the comfort of yesterday's world, with its warm and gentle melodies that seem without noise of today.
Traveling through the land with horseback riding, creating a cloud of dust and chasing zebra, we are part of Africa that has not lost the timelessness. Living in the same camps as the Masai, we get to be culturally affiliated with the traditions that have been there for ages. However, our destination is off the beaten path, cutting through the wilderness and avoiding popular spots. There, one discovers the comfort of yesterday's world, with its warm and gentle melodies that seem without noise of today.
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Tour highlights
Route details
You'll be picked up from either Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or a hotel in Nairobi if you arrived the day before. Then, you'll be taken to Wilson Airport for a 10am flight to the Mara.
When you land, your guides will be there to greet you at the airstrip and drive you to your first camp by the Mara River, right next to a busy hippo pool.
After lunch, you'll have some time to relax before meeting your horses and going for a calm evening ride.
Riding: 2 hours
Participants should be skilled and confident riders, proficient in all gaits (walking, trotting, cantering and galloping), capable of calmly maneuvering out of challenging situations and adjusting speed as needed. It's important to have good balance, a secure seat and sufficient fitness to handle extended rides and sustain long periods of faster canters. General good health and fitness are recommended.
Tack: English GP saddles (Wintec and leather) only. Riders must be able to ride with a light seat (2-point position) when cantering. Seat savers are also available when needed. Snaffle bridles are mainly used.
Horses: Thoroughbred/Thoroughbred crosses.
Accommodation
Single Supplement: $100 per night (if not willing to share)
In the camping areas with mobile tents, there's a big tent for eating meals and smaller tents for sleeping. These sleeping tents are about 9 feet by 10 feet and come with camp beds, mattresses, sheets and blankets. Each tent also has a toilet, and guests can take hot showers anytime with buckets of hot water. Towels, soap and flashlights are given to guests, and each tent has a solar lamp inside and hurricane lamps outside for light at night.
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Tour conditions
Included
- accommodation;
- all meals and drinks (champagne/premium drinks excluded);
- riding;
- game drives;
- conservation and park fees;
- internal light aircraft flights;
- all transfers due to the safari;
- a day room in Nairobi Day 8 if needed;
- flying doctor membership.
Extras
- international flights;
- travel insurance;
- extra transfers;
- hotel nights in Nairobi;
- premium alcohol/champagne;
- tips and other personal expenses.
Group size
up to 12 touristsDuration
It's important to know
Our horses can keep going for a long time because they're well trained. Some of them play polo and do other events, so they're responsive, strong and healthy.
Tour reviews
- I Ingrid1 Mar, 2024about providerIt was really nice! The tents were big and clean, with good showers and comfy beds. The food was great, the staff were friendly and professional and there was a good selection of drinks at the bar. Our guide, Muli, took us on some fantastic game drives. We saw lots of animals, including lions successfully hunting a buffalo. We had breakfast by the Mara River and even had lunch while watching a cheetah for hours. It was a wonderful surprise! We had an amazing time that we'll never forget. Thank you!1 Mar, 2024
- A AnnieM578 Mar, 2023about providerI loved it so much that if I could, I'd give it six stars! The whole experience, from beginning to end, was fantastic. Jennifer and her team were really nice, helpful and quick at their jobs. The "tents" were in beautiful spots, giving each guest privacy and amazing views. They were also really nice inside and my bed was big and super comfy. The food was really good too. One great thing about this camps is that you can see all the action right from your own porch. Sometimes, you can spot animals right after leaving camp, thanks to the skilled drivers and spotters who know a lot and are fun to be around. I can't help but gush about how great it was. I definitely plan on coming back. Thanks to everyone for making my stay so special!8 Mar, 20232 more photos
Dates and Prices
- US$ 9 87015 – 22 Jun 8 days 7 nights
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