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Masai Mara Walk

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3 days (ex Nairobi/Masai Mara National Park)

Destinations visited: Kenya, Nairobi, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Travel to Kenya and explore the Masai Mara with an expert guide. Walk to see animals gathered at nearby salt licks and spot Africa's famed wildlife from safari vehicles through the reserve. Camp in a tented lodge and be lulled to sleep by the sounds of Africa. This is a great short break for those with limited time, looking for a real African experience.

Highlights

Walk to see animals gathered at salt licks.
Stay in a tented lodge.
Take game drives through the Masai Mara to search out the Big Five.
Travel across the Great Rift Valley.
Meet Kenya's Maasai people tending their herds.

Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi/Masai Mara National Reserve

Travel to Kenya and visit Nairobi. Journey from the vibrant city of Nairobi across the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, look for colourfully dressed and accessorised Maasai people tending to their herds. On arrival, take a guided walk to nearby salt licks that are frequented by local wildlife.

Day 2 Masai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast head out on an exciting game drive through the Masai Mara National Park. The Masai Mara has a very high population of plains animals such as wildebeest and zebras, which in turn are preyed upon by lions, leopards and hyenas. Elephants are also a fairly common sight here, while hippos and crocodiles are plentiful in the Mara River. After a full day of wildlife spotting, return to camp in time for a delicious dinner.

Day 3 Masai Mara National Reserve/Nairobi

Our Masai Mara adventure wraps up after breakfast when we return back to Nairobi.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Departure Guarantee

Departure is guaranteed

Accommodation

Permanent tented camp (2 nts)

Transport

Safari Vehicle

Budget

Allow USD $30 for meals not included.

Pricing Details

AUD $990.00 per person single share

AUD $750.00 per person twin share

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