Loita Hills Adventure Self-Drive Group Tour

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  • Pickup: Meeting and Departure Point at Shell, Karen (the big one)
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ABOUT LOITA HILLS ADVENTURE SELF-DRIVE TOUR

If there’s something we love more than taking people to special places in Kenya, it’s taking them to special places that most travellers have never even heard about, let alone been to. The Loita Hills is one of these special places- lush hills covered in dense cedar forest, full of strangler figs and traditional medicinal plants.  This area, known locally as the Forest of the Lost Child, is sacred to the Maasai community many of whom still live very traditionally.  There are colobus monkeys in the trees, brightly coloured birds and the occasional cough of a leopard is heard during the night.

Discovering the Treasures of Loita Hill

Dive into a realm of captivating Maasai heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and tranquil hillsides with our Loita Hills Adventure. Delve into the heart of Kenya's Southern Rift, unveiling a tapestry of rich Maasai traditions, lush hills, and awe-inspiring vistas.

Unveil the Enchantment:

Loita Hills, known as Subuk Leita or Subukloita Hills, awaits in Narok County, Kenya. A captivating addition to any Kenya safari, the low-lying mountain range south of Nairobi and northeast of the Masai Mara offers an experience of constant transformation. Navigate ancient elephant trails, traverse rolling hills, and embrace valleys teeming with diverse flora and fauna.

Experience the Cultural Connection:

For those who will wish to hike the Loita forests, youw will walk alongside the Maasai, the traditional inhabitants of this land, as they guide you through ever-changing ecosystems, connecting you to their radiant world. Sacred forests, ancient cedars, indigenous orchids, and resplendent waterfalls adorn this untouched wilderness, where nature's wonders evoke a profound sense of wonder. Encounter wildlife in their natural habitats, from the mighty elephants to playful colobus monkeys to the elusive leopard and more.

Beyond Big Game:

In this haven, the emphasis is on the wilderness experience rather than big game experience even though there are plenty of wildlife crossing from Maasai Mara to Loita Hills, Shompole and even further. Explore a land of remote forests, open plains, and stunning hillsides where the traditional Maasai culture thrives. Engage with local communities, learn their ways, and relish the tranquility of an untouched paradise.

Practical Details:

Embark on your journey at 6:00 am from Nairobi, navigating bustling Waiyaki Way to reach Limuru and Mai Mahiu. A 3-hour drive on a busy tarmac road leads to Narok, where the off-road adventure begins, lasting until our return home.

Campsite Connection:

Experience our nights haven in Loita Hills, an inviting campsite nestled amidst nature's embrace with just a tinge of luxury amidst raw nature. Amidst trees and with wildlife as companions, share stories around the campfire under the African sky.

Unveiling the Wonders:

✅ Traverse the Great Rift Valley, revealing its grandeur and the allure of Nguruman Escarpment.

✅ Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Loita Hills and Mausa.

✅ Witness migratory birds in their habitat against the backdrop of the lush Loita Hills.

✅ Chance on encountering diverse wildlife, from majestic elephants to elusive stripped hyenas and lions.

Carry your barbeque grill and enjoy some nyama choma

Chill, drink, laugh, tell stories, enjoy a campfire, sleep.

The Finale Awaits:

Embrace camaraderie, laughter, and storytelling around the campfire beneath the Southern Rift's starlit canvas.

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this exceptional adventure, uncovering the hidden treasures of the Southern Rift.

Price Includes
Guide fees to Loita Hills, Escarpment and Mausa
Security
Price Excludes
Additional excursions and activities not mentioned in "Includes"
Tips for guides and locals (if you are inclined to tip)
Medical expenses (clients are advised to carry their meds - we will provide a list of meds you can carry)
Accommodation (camping) charges for the 2 nights - Kes 1,500 per adult, and Kes 500.00 per kid, per night
Firewood - Kes 300 per car
Meals
Guided half day hike to the Hippo Pools per person - Kes 625, paid once
Guided full day hike through the Forest of the Lost Child per person Kes 1.000, paid once
Beadwork workshop and tea with Maasai ladies per person - Kes 500, paid once
Itinerary

0530: Meet up at the assembly point Shell Karen Petrol Station, Nairobi (-1.3227170506572412, 36.70833139786713) 0600: We depart for Loita Hills via Ngong Hills and Suswa to Narok route 0900: Arrive at Narok Town and stop at The Oltalet Mall for a 30 minutes health and breakfast break, then proceed to top up fuel tanks at the TotalEnergies Narok Service Station on Kaplong - Narok - Maai Road. 1330: Arrive at Loita Hills and our campsite. 1300: Set up and settle down. Enjoy a short forest hike. Evening bonfire, dinner, banter, chill etc.

0730: Wake up at your pleasure, breakfast and groom. Make some packed lunch. 1000: Several activities planned. (a) Those who want do a half-day hike to Hippo Pools or full-day hike to Forest of the Lost Child to proceed with guides. (b) Those who do not wish to hike, to drive to an epic viewpoint of the Western Escarpment of the Great Rift Valley and enjoy views of Lake Magadi, Lake Natron and Mt. Ol Doinyo Lengai. Everyone to carry snacks, water and packed lunch, whether its the group going to hike or the group going to the Escarpment. (c) Those who are interested can visit the Maasai ladies beadwork workshop and view their work, purchase some souvenirs to support the ladies and tea with them. The hikes will depend on the weather. 1400: Back to the Campsite. Evening bonfire, dinner, banter etc.

1000: Depart Loita Hills for the journey back via Narok. 1100: Top up fuel tanks at at TotalEnergies Narok Town and lunch at Oltalet Mall. 1800: Arrive back at Nairobi.

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FAQs

The the group tour ends on the 3rd day from the start day and at Nairobi - basically, guys will be free to depart to their various destinations back on the 3rd day.

For this Self-drive trip, carry food, drinking water, your own drinks, snacks, sleeping bags, mattresses, tents, utensils and cooking equipment. It is safe. The campsite has facilities like toilets, showers and cleaning water, so everyone should be relatively comfortable. The region is cool with cold mornings and evening, and warm day times. Carry appropriate clothing. Include a warm jacket, sweater or Shuka. But the climate in that place is cool. There is possibility of rain, due to the place being on top of Loita Hills. Also El Nino is predicted for October. Carry your own personal drinking water, soft drinks, alcohol and snacks.

Good quality camping gear (sleeping bags, tents, ground sheet, air mattress etc.) can be purchased cheaply from: ✅Carrefour, ✅www.decathlon.co.ke ✅Jiji - https://jiji.co.ke/ (for Jiji, exercise caution – pay only after delivery and confirmation that the goods are in good shape and genuine) amongst others

✅Camping gear (sleeping bags, tents, ground sheet - can be used as shade, air mattress) ✅Cooking gear (utensils, gas cylinder+ burner+ grill, cooking equipment) ✅Food ✅Sleeping bag and pillow ✅Personal stuff ✅Your own drinking water, drinks and snacks ✅Camera, binoculars, phone charger etc. ✅Passports or National ID for entry formalities ✅Phone chargers ✅Bug repellent ✅Sunglasses ✅Torches and lamps

✅ Good, closed shoes and sandals ✅ Thick jacket, sweater or coat because of chilly mornings. ✅ Caps and hats, shorts for the warm day time. ✅ Maasai Shuka or other thick shuka for chilling around the campfire. ✅ Long trousers

The registration fee is Kes 4,500.00 per adult and Kes 2,500.00 per kid above 4 years.

Registration Deadline: 5th October 2023 Payment Deadline: 13th October 2023

It’s a kid friendly trip. Its Self-Drive only trip.

LIPA NA M-PESA OPTION BUY GOODS TILL NUMBER: 864599 (Mara Nomads)

From Nairobi to Loita and back, its about 500kms (approx).

Below are the costs to be incurred by each person (not covered by the registration fee) to our host or to Mara Nomads to forward to the host: Camping fee = Kes 1,500.00 per person, and Kes 500.00 per kid, per night (its 2 nights) Total = Kes 3,000.00 per person, for 2 nights --------------------------------

There are several activities for Nomads to choose. (a) Those who want do a half-day hike to Hippo Pools (Kes 625 per person) or full-day hike to Forest of the Lost Child to proceed with guides (Kes 1,000 per person). (b) Those who do not wish to hike, to drive to an epic viewpoint of the Western Escarpment of the Great Rift Valley and enjoy views of Lake Magadi, Lake Natron and Mt. Ol Doinyo Lengai. (c) Those who are interested can visit the Maasai ladies beadwork workshop and view their work, purchase some souvenirs to support the ladies and tea with them (Kes 500 per person). The hikes will depend on the weather.

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