Fredlink Tours | Le specialiste des voyages Motos en Afrique de l'Est.

	A-10 day TOUR in the SOUTH of KENYA Comprising 8 legs, covering 1375 km 84% off-road
Level of off-road riding skills: Easy for experienced and medium for amateurs
10 days - 8 legs of cross-country ride off the beaten track, alternating bush hotels and camping. From Nairobi highlands down to indian Ocean’s white sandy beaches passing through the Rift Valley, mount Kilimanjaro, Tsavo reserve and Taita Hills. Although we do not cross national parks we do pass through animal territories, and encounter with wildlife is assured.

PROGRAMME and ITINIRARY:

Day 1: NAIROBI AIRPORT - HOTEL (30 Km)

Welcome at NAIROBI airport and transfer to Carnivore restaurant then to SWARA hotel (**) at the boundary of Nairobi National Park.

Day 2: NAIROBI - EWASO NGIRO RIVER : 170 km on stony trail + 40 km on tarmac (7 hours link)

Encounter with giraffes on Mosiro trail

Breakfast and briefing. Depart towards Ngong hills then immediately down a trail, through the dry western slope of the hills straight into the heart of the Great Rift Valley and Masai Land. Already expect uncommon encounters
on this route and all the way to the end of the leg: Mosiro: a small Masai village. Arrive in the afternoon at the village, welcome and escort by local inhabitants to the campsite near Ewaso Ngiro River at the foot of Nguruman escarpment. Game tracking on foot under escort of the Masai Morans along the river to watch animals coming to drink just before sunset.
Entertainment by the Masai (traditional song, dance etc.). Return to campsite for barbecue dinner together with Masai warriors and listen to their adventurous experiences with wild animals.

Day 3: MOSIRO - NGONG HILLS : 165 Km on stony trail + 30 km on tarmac (7 hours link)

Ride to and visit nearby traditional Masai villages. Drive through the foot of Suswa and Longonot volcanos and up a steep trail that ascends atop Nairobi plateau. This elevated altitude offers a splendid view of deep Rift Valley. Accommodation at Whistling Thorns cottages (**) facing Ngong Hills.

Day 4: NGONG HILLS - MAPARASHA HILLS : 160 Km on earth track + 20 on tarmac (6 hours link)

Drive towards Mount Kilimanjaro on a narrow track across the savannah between acacias and anthills. Expect to meet herds of livestock, antelopes or giraffes. The day ends at Maparasha hills campsite; pitch-tent, then trek to the top of nearby hills to watch fascinating wildlife and capture the mesmerizing sunset on Kilimanjaro (19950 ft), whose summit seems buoyant in the clouds. Later retire to the campsite for an African dinner around a wood fire.

Day 5: MAPARASHA - KILIMANJARO : 190 Km on sandy and stony trails (6 hours and half link)

A visit to a local primary ( Maparasha ) school then drive on an animal trail in the savannah vegetation against the view of Mount Kilimanjaro which, in clear weather, appears spread on its base in marvelous splendor, astride the southern horizon.
Wildlife can be seen through the stretch of the track that runs alongside the pipeline carrying water tapped from the colossus mountain. Ride along a track bordered with beautiful Acacia Tortillis, and arrive at Sopa Amboseli Lodge (***), built on the northeastern base of Kilimanjaro. The lodge, one of the oldest in the region, has been recently renovated and is where Hemingway used to come for a drink.

Day 6: KILIMANJARO - LAKE JIPE 180 Km - earth and stones (7 hours link)

Meeting with Masai people

Driving away towards Tsavo on a red soil trail covered with black volcanic stones, the Kilimanjaro remains behind in a full enjoyable view. Arrive at the gate of Tsavo-west National Park and load the bikes on a lorry. Cross the park by car to Ziwani gate where the bikes are off-loaded. Again continue the ride towards Lake Jipe (a part of Tsavo West Reserve) arriving there through a sandy track. Boat ride on the lake before sunset. Return to the bandas (cottages thatched with coconut palm leaves) right on the lakeshore.

Day 7: LAKE JIPE - TAITA : 110 Km on sandy trail + 40 km of tarmac (5 hours link)

Welcome at Chalani village

Early morning game drive in the park aboard a 4WD car then depart to Taita Hills, an "island" of luxuriant greenery in the middle of vast dry bush and shrubbery next to Tsavo Park. Enduro trail across the hills, up through a steep track to the top of Sagala hills for a spectacular view of Taita land. Descend the hills and navigate through dry, bushy vegetation to arrive at Taita Wildlife sanctuary home to a large elephant population. For the night: “Camping in the middle of nowhere”, at the foot of Kopje rocks (eroded rocks) that permit a splendid view on Tsavo bush from their top. Dinner: served around wood fire.

Day 8: TAITA - THE COAST : 90 km of earth and sandy roads et sable + 50 km on tarmac (4 hours link)

This stage ushers you into the coastal region. A remarkable change in the landscape, climate and the local community (meet The SWAHILI people) is gradually evident. Trails of red soil navigate you through coconut trees and other tropical vegetation. Pass the night camping among the local people, near Kaloleni village, who will provide entertainment with traditional beats and dances: a natural impression of real African night under coconut trees and stars.

Day 9: KALOLENI VILLAGE - SOUTH COAST OF MOMBASA :
90 km on earth and stony raods + 40 of tarmac (3 hours and half link)

Arriving on Diani beach	Morning visit to the local community school then connect to Mombasa south coast through a sandy track, passing round Shimba hills (rain forest and home of the mighty elephant). Enter Diani and proceed to a beautiful white-sand beach for a seafood farewell party with the whole crew. Later, move to your hotel: a *4 beach hotel** for a rest well deserved! Coral reef, white sand and coconut trees. Dinner in your hotel.
	Day 10: LEAVE THE BEACH, TAKE CONNECTING FLIGHT TO NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
	Breakfast at the hotel. End of afternoon, transfer to Mombasa airport to connect Nairobi for your return flight.

FOR YOU ATTENTION

The itinerary may be changed in the event of adverse weather conditions or other unfavorable extraneous factors.
Secondary tracks could, in some cases, be in very bad condition, usually due to damage by heavy rains.
The short rain season occurs in November, and brings morning and evening showers. Usually however, most roads are passable. The long rains season occurs in April and May, during which time may roads are not passable.
Drivers need not to have a special level of driving skills to participate. All that is necessary is team spirit and the motivation - to enjoy! We take our time to guide you and the tour leader is always available to advice you.
It is possible to have a customized itinerary e.g. lengthen the legs for the most demanding riders … Note that 150 Km on tracks are about 6 hours driving with stops in between!
We ensure our itinerary is practically off the beaten track, so the participants experience authentic discoveries.

SERVICES PROVIDED:

Road transfers and connecting flight: Mombasa/Nairobi International Airport
Full board accommodation in double rooms and double tents with foam mattresses
3 meals a day and bottled mineral water.
Support car with professional crew; driver, mechanic, doctor, cook and camping attendant
Tour-guide on motorcycle linked with support car by radio
Medical assistance and Air Rescue and Evacuation cover, during the tour
Radio link between the support car and Flying Doctors
Transportation of luggage (2 back-up vehicles for over 4 riding participants)
Visit of Tsavo National Park, Taita Wildlife Sanctuary with entry fees and game drives by 4x4
Insurance against third party liability

NOT PROVIDED:

Air ticket into Kenya
Motorcycle gear: helmet, boots, gloves, protections (compulsory)
Visa and yellow fever vaccination
Personal travel & medical insurance (compulsory)
Medical expenses in case of evacuation
Sleeping bag
Drinks in hotels
Money for personal expenses (drinks, cigarettes, souvenirs, tips...)
Refundable deposit for the motorcycle : US $500
Refundable deposit for the self-drive car (TOYOTA Land cruiser HJ 62 or 75) : US $900

TARIFFS PER PARTICIPANT IN US DOLLARS FOR A 10 DAY TOUR

Number of Participants :	TARIFS USD per participant	TARIFS USD per accompanying participant
6	2625	1825
5	2850	1825
4	3190	1825
3	3410	2055
2	4210	2335

You can do it in 6 legs, 8 days from Nairobi to Nairobi:

Day 1 :	WELCOME AT NAIROBI
Day 2 :	NAIROBI – MAPARASHA
Day 3 :	MAPARASHA – KILIMANDJARO
Day 4 :	KILIMANDJARO – LAC JIPE
Day 5 :	LAKE JIPE – TAITA RANCH
Day 6 :	TAITA – CHALANI VILLAGE
Day 7 :	KALOLENI – DIANI BEACH
Day 8:	BEACH and RETURN to NAIROBI

TARIFFS PER PARTICIPANT IN US DOLLARS FOR 8 DAYS

Number of Participants :	TARIFS USD per participant	TARIFS USD per accompanying participant
6	1970	1370
5	2140	1370
4	2390	1370
3	2560	1540
2	3160	1750

Contact us if you wish to extend your stay at Mombasa seaside: fredlink@wanadoo.fr
You can enjoy: diving, snorkeling with dolphins on the reef, big game fishing offshore, Dhow trips through tropical islands along the coast or trekking on Mount Kilimanjaro slopes…

SOME IMPORTANT TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

National driving licence
Visa for Kenya
Yellow fever vaccination
Prevention against Malaria

Do you require any urgent additional information or clarification? Then, write us to: fredlink@wanadoo.fr
we shall be glad to serve you.