PRE-RACE GROUP ACCLIMATISATION WEEK
OUR PRE-RACE GROUP SAFARIS COMBINE EXCITING WILDLIFE, BEAUTIFUL SETTINGS, AND THE CHANCE TO ACCLIMATISE TO LAIKIPIA'S ALTITUDE BEFORE THE ULTRA BEGINS. THESE GROUP SAFARIS ARE PERFECT TO FINALISE PREPARATIONS AND MEET OTHER RUNNERS. EACH WEEK INCLUDES WALKING, GAME DRIVES, 1-NIGHT WILD CAMPING, AND REST-TIME. THE ITINERARY HAS BEEN DESIGNED BY FOR RANGERS FOUNDER SAM TAYLOR SPECIFICALLY FOR THIS YEAR'S RACES. THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SPACES AVAILABLE FOR EACH WEEK.
WEEK 1: 6th - 13th September (6x sharing/ 3x single)
WEEK 2: 13th - 20th September (6x sharing/ 3x single)
*Group sizes may vary
**Solo travelers looking to share a tent can be paired by us (same-sex pairings)
PLEASE SEE THE INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE FOR MORE.
DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY
DAY 1
Tamarind Tree
Upon arrival at Nairobi International Airport, you will clear immigration before being met by your private driver for a transfer to the Tamarind Tree Hotel. Depending on the arrival times of the group you make take this transfer alone or with other group members. At the Tamarind Tree Hotel you will check in and the rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure. There will be a briefing in the evening with the group.
DAY 2
Karisia Walking Safaris - Tumaren Camp
Altitude: circa 5,000ft
Once awake, breakfast is available at the hotel (included) before taking a short transfer to Nairobi Wilson Airport for your group charter flight to Karisia Walking Safaris - Tumaren Camp. This afternoon is your first opportunity to venture out on a walking safari in search of wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. At 5,000ft this will be your first introduction to activity at altitude on this trip. The walking will not be overly strenuous and is designed to begin your acclimatization process. The afternoon will conclude at the return to camp and there will be time to freshen up before dining together this evening.
DAY 3
Karisia Walking Safaris - Tumaren Camp
Altitude: circa 5,000ft
This morning there will be an optional light walking safari before breakfast. The middle of the day will likely be hot and is best used for rest and relaxation. It is advisable to bring a good book with you to read and there are also excursions and visits that can be arranged as part of your stay. In the afternoon there is the chance to enjoy another walk or one of a variety of activities available at Tumaren Camp (see inclusions).
DAY 4
Karisia Walking Safaris - Luxury Mobile Camp
Altitude: circa 5,000ft
Today, the morning is yours to spend at leisure with a selection of Tumaren Camp's activities available to you. After lunch, depart the camp on a walking safari. The walk will end at an exciting luxury mobile camp on the banks of a river in the heart of the Laikipia wilderness. This evening, gather around a table for a bush dinner under the stars.
DAY 5
Safari Series Camp
Altitude: circa 6,400ft
Waking up to the sounds of the African bush is absolutely our favorite way to start the day. Once the group is awake, enjoy a delicious bush breakfast overlooking the river. There will be the opportunity to shower and change before departing by road in a group vehicle to the Safari Series Camp at the Lolldaiga Hills conservancy. At Safari Series there will be the opportunity to explore the area on foot or in the camp's classic LandRovers. This part of Laikipia is one of the region's most beautiful landscapes with the chance for some light walking as well as a choice of other wildlife-focused activities.
DAY 6 & 7
Safari Series Camp
Altitude: circa 6,400ft
Days 6 & 7 are both yours to spend at leisure with a selection of activities available from camp. With the race drawing nearer, you may wish to take the opportunity for some downtime. Light guided walking is available for those who wish to keep "ticking over" but there is also the chance to explore the area while resting your legs on exciting and scenic game drives.
DAY 8
Depart
After breakfast, you will proceed in a group transfer to the town of Nanyuki. This stop is the perfect opportunity to get any last supplies you require for the race. In Nanyuki, there is a good selection of places to eat lunch (not included). From town, you will continue on by road to the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy where the For Rangers Ultra-marathon start camp is located.
DAY 1
TAMARIND TREE HOTEL
Tamarind Tree Hotel’s ideal location is just 5 kms to the southwest of Nairobi. The city is easily accessible from the hotel as is Nairobi National Park (excursions to the park not included) and neighboring Wilson Airport.
The nearby Langata and Karen suburbs are among the liveliest and most popular in Nairobi with world-class shopping malls and excellent restaurants. The hotel boasts fabulous amenities and fantastic service. Tamarind Tree acts as the ideal stop-over for international travellers beginning their visit to Kenya.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation - Standard Room
Breakfast
Swimming pool
Fitness Centre
DAY 2 & 3
KARISIA WALKING SAFARIS
TUMAREN CAMP
Tumaren Camp is a beautiful tented safari camp on the scenic grasslands of eastern Laikipia. The camp specializes in walking safaris and is in the ideal location for wildlife viewing. Giraffes are often found browsing around the camp and there is a myriad of other species populating the wider wilderness.
There is a variety of other activities on offer during your stay such as camel rides, rock climbing, game drives, and more. At 5,000 ft, Tumaren Camp is an excellent introduction to Laikipia’s altitude for those running the For Rangers Ultra Marathon.
INCLUSIONS
Full Board accommodation
All drinks (except champagne)
Guided walking safaris
Camel riding
Game drives
Rock climbing
Community visits
Conservancy fees
DAY 4
KARISIA WALKING SAFARIS
LUXURY MOBILE CAMP
Karisia Walking Safaris mobile camp is a pop-up luxury camp located in the heart of Laikipia's eastern wilderness. The camp is a great base from which to enjoy walking safaris with staff and guides included.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation
All meals
All drinks (except Champagne),
Guided walks
Camel treks
Conservation fees
PRICE & INCLUSIONS
Per adult (sharing): £4,059
Single Supplement: £529
(3 spaces per group available)
INCLUDED
All accommodation as listed
All meals and drinks (Tumaren Camps and Safari Series Camp)
Breakfast - Tamarind Tree
All Drinks (excl. premium brands & champagne)
Daily activities as listed under properties
All necessary road transfers between camps/ lodges(private vehicle)
Nairobi Wilson to Tumaren Camp flight
Airport transfers
Transfer to start of For Rangers Ultra-Marathon
Conservation fees
AMREF cover
Laundry
EXCLUDED
International flights
Visas
Gratuities
PCR test for departure (Paid locally)
Items of a personal nature
Lunch, dinner and drinks - Tamarind Tree
Services not mentioned in inclusions
Single supplement
DAY 5, 6 & 7
SAFARI SERIES CAMP
Safari Series Camp is a traditional tented safari camp in the beautiful Lolldaiga Hills private conservancy in Laikipia. The camp enjoys views of the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya and is located in the heart of the bush overlooking a watering hole often visited by the area’s wildlife.
At Safari Series there is the opportunity to enjoy guided walking safaris and game drives with a plethora of wildlife to go in search of including lions, leopards, elephants, and more. Game drives from Safari Series Camp are done in beautifully restored vintage Series I and II LandRovers for the classic safari experience. You may also wish to visit Maasai elders to learn about leadership, courage, and traditions during your visit.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation
All meals
All drinks (excl. premium brands)
Conservation fees
Activities
Transfer from Lolldaiga Hills to Lewa (race start) via Nanyuki