Total Cost: 5100 Dh plus flights

Kenya has a lot more to see and do than only Mt Kenya and safaris, but why not combine a safari with a mountain bike in Hells Gate National Park, a visit to the Geothermal Spa (hot springs) and trekking around the Longonut Volcano Crater rim, and a smaller mountain trek. And what the heck, lets do a half day safari at Kenya National Park too!

NOTE: We have planned this trip to have an alternative in place of all hiking destinations NORTH of UAE due to the recent instability. Going South towards Africa is a safer bet to be sure that your flights will not be diverted or cancelled in the event of political disturbances, to put it mildly.

Flying to Nairobi is 5 hours and easy on Kenya Airways and arrive early morning to maximize the time you can have in Kenya.

If you want to escape Dubai and get some active days in your life, but are not ready for a full mountain climb, this is the trip for you. You will mountain bike through plains filled with zebras and giraffe, gazelle and buffaloes, swim in the geothermal spa, hike up Mt Longonut and Mt. Satima. A very active 4 days of trekking, biking, and wildlife spotting!

ITINERARY:

• Leave on Friday night via Kenya Airways, Arrive on Saturday morning.

• Saturday, Day 1: Arrive to Nairobi morning, breakfast in a cute local cafe, and drive to Nanyuki. Mountain Biking in Hells Gate National Park, visit to the Geothermal Spa and Overnight in hotel on Lake Naivasha (2 hour drive)

• Sunday, Day 2: Hike to Longonut Volcano, lunch on Lake Naivasha with wildlife spotting, overnight in Lake Naivasha.

• Monday Day 3: Hike halfway up Mt Satima known as the Dragon’s Teeth with a summit at 4000 m - camp overnight on the mountain.

• Tuesday Day 4: Reach the summit at 4000 m and descend, head back to Nairobi for evening departure OR overnight in hotel for 1 day extension.

• Optional Day: Wednesday Day 5: Visit the Elephant Orphanage, the giraffe center, Masai Village, and lunch. Afternoon Safari in National Park, dinner and departure for evening flight back to Dubai. Cost: 800 Dh additional charges for park fees and hotel in Nairobi, and meals.

Geothermal Spa and Hot Springs

The geothermal activity in the area is fascinating and you will see it along your mountain bike ride through the park before you reach the spa. The Mountain Biking is a gentle descent through the park, doable for anyone who can ride a bike!

Mount Satima

The highest peak in the Aberdare Range its the 3rd highest peak in Kenya at 4000m. It rises above the moorland for a stunning climb over 2 days to reach the summit. You will camp here overnight at 3500m a total of 16 KM.

• Trek Difficulty:

  Mount Longonut - Easy, with elevation gain of 800m but at a slow pace.

  Mountain Biking: 10k, descending no uphills. Gentle on a road with lots of stops for pictures of wildlife.

  Mount Satima: Challenging but with a slow pace and only 5 km planned for the day, totally doable.

• What's included?

  • Hotel in Lake Naivasha

  • Trek and Park Fees

  • Single Based Tents

  • Meals on the trek

  • UAE Trekker leader:

  • English speaking experienced guides

  • Porters to carry your bag up the mountain

  • airport transfers and transfers to mountain
    Mountain bikes

  • Lunches

  • Camping equipment for overnight on Mount Satima.

• What to Bring

  Trekking gear, winter gear, basically the same as what you will need for Kilimanjaro. A full kit list is included in the PDF.

• Cost Per Person

  Cost per person:

  Total amount: 6500 AED + flights

  Only the Nanyuki hotel is included in this package.

• Cancellation Policy

  This trek is booked and confirmed with 3 people going