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For most people, safaris mean Kenya and Footloose can help
you decide about your Kenya holiday. Kenya is the original
and classic area for wildlife, here are some of the greatest
concentrations of large animals, and the greatest expertise
for seeing them. A Kenya holiday also often means Mount Kenya,
that old volcanic stump offering some of the most challenging
and spectacular climbing and trekking in Africa.
Footloose has arranged many climbs, treks and safaris, and
has great experience in Kenya, particularly the more remote
areas. Kenya safaris can be combined with a trek or climb
on Mount Kenya, Mount Elgon or the Aberdares, followed by
a few days sunning, swimming or diving on the coast. For a
trip with variety, Kenya is hard to beat.
- Private trips organised to suit you
- Fixed date group tours
- Fixed date tours designed for families
- Fixed date tours with group activities
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Mount Kenya
Mount Kenya is one of the highest mountains in Africa, and
one of the few that is difficult to ascend. For walkers, a
trek up to Point Lenana is particularly attractive because,
with the right preparation, it's possible to walk all the
way to the summit without technical climbing gear or experience.
The massif is roughly circular in shape, 40 km in diameter,
and rising more than 4000 metres above the surrounding plains.
Its rock and snow-capped summit can be seen from many of the
great game parks. The two main peak are Nelion and Batian,
with Point Lenana slightly lower.
The mountain is complex, but there are several well established
routes leading to the summit area. These are all connected
by the summit circular path, which means that it is easy to
connect different routes up and down.
Kenya safaris
Kenya has some of the best wildlife reserves in Africa. Most
are very large, but are well organised for access and accommodation.
A safari to any of these parks is an ideal way to see the
splendours of African wildlife at close quarters.
Masai Mara is the most popular park and with good
reason. It is a huge area of grassland connected to the Serengeti
in Tanzania, and is the scene of the migration of tens of
thousands of wildebeest each year. These grasslands are home
to elephant, lions, rhino, zebra and giraffe. There is a wide
range of safari accommodation available, from simple tented
camps to luxury lodges.
Amboseli lies at the base of Kilimanjaro, and the
swamps and springs are fed from the snow cap. This is one
of the best places for elephant and leopard. The nomadic Masai
people can be seen herding their cattle in this area.
Samburu is in Kenya's arid northern frontier district
and home to the Samburu people. The landscape here is very
dry and there are several species here which are unique in
Kenya.
The Rift Valley has a chain of lakes which follow
the line of the valley south and are home to great numbers
of birds, including flamingos and pelicans. Hippo and crocodile
can also be seen by boat.
Kenya holidays and safaris can easily be a combination of
trek, climb, safari or beach holiday. Connections to Tanzania
and Zanzibar can also be arranged. Our suggestions for Kenya
holiday itineraries give an idea of what is possible, but
can be changed in any way to suit your needs. Please contact
us for more detailed itineraries.
The prices are for guidance only.
Mt Kenya
The Naro Moru Route is the easiest and most popular route
up Mt Kenya. The path is straightforward and there are huts
conveniently spaced along the way. A trek on this route usually
takes four days (three nights) for the round trip, but an
extra night greatly increases your chances of reaching the
summit.
The Sirimon Route is much quieter and has several good alternatives
for adding a day or two for acclimatisation. A trek on this
route usually takes five days (four nights).
The Chogoria Route is usually combined with the Sirimon to
give an excellent traverse of the mountain. The approach is
from the east, up the magnificent Mackinder Valley.
Mt Kenya: Sirimon – Chogoria
Traverse
This route is our favourite because it avoids the busy Naro
Moru approach and, being a traverse, allows you to see the
mountain from contrasting sides. The highest summits, Nelion
and Batian, can only be reached by rock climbing. This route
takes you to the slightly lower Point Lenana and gives a walk
through magnificent mountain terrain.
Day 1– Transfer to Mt Kenya. Afternoon walk
Day 2– Walk to Old Moses bunkhouse
Day 3– Walk to Shiptons bunkhouse
Day 4– Acclimatisation at Shiptons
Day 5– Walk to summit and down to Hall Tarn
Day 6- Walk to Mt Kenya huts
Day 7– Walk to roadhead and drive to Nairobi
Tour Ref: KE11
Private daily departures throughout the year.
International flight (not included) from £400.
Cost: from £765
Mt Kenya: Sirimon – Naro
Moru
This is the most straightforward route and therefore the
cheapest and quickest – but be wary of acclimatisation.
Day 1 – Drive from Nairobi and walk to Old Moses
Day 2 – Walk to Shiptons
Day 3 – Walk to summit and down to Mackinders
Day 4 – Descend to road and drive to Nairobi
Tour Ref: KE12
Private daily departures throughout the year.
International flight (not included) from £400.
Cost: from £575
Safaris
Any itinerary is possible, with any combination of parks.
There is also a range of grades, from truck based camping
through to luxury lodge fly-ins. Here are just a few ideas:
Cheetah
Safari 10 days Ref KE30
Nairobi - Amboseli - Aberdare - Samburu - Lake Nakuru - Masai
Mara - Nairobi
Cost: from £2040
International flight (not included) from £400.
Extravanganza
Safari 9 days Ref KE31
Nairobi - Amboseli - Samburu - Masai Mara - Nairobi
Cost: from £2990
International flight (not included) from £400.
Kenya
Deluxe 9 Days Ref KE33
Nairobi - Tsavo West - Amboseli - Nairobi - Masai Mara -
Nairobi
Cost: from £2435
International flight (not included) from £400
Simba
Safari 7 Days Ref KE37
Nairobi - Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru - Amboseli - Nairobi
Cost: from £1455
International flight (not included) from £400.
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