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Get ready for an extraordinary adventure as you explore the wild beauty of Magadi. Discover the best of Kenya natural marvels, navigate exciting river bends, and immerse yourself in an experience set against breathtaking landscapes and unmatched tranquillity.
In this journey through southern Kenya, you’ll explore stunning landscapes from the river—a safe and unique way to get close to wildlife and visit local communities. Expect nights under the stars, camping in untouched nature, and connecting with local communities authentically (we mean this! They won't be those "staged" and "typical" tourist encounters). Enjoy the camaraderie of an incredible group, whether you join a pre-planned trip or book exclusively for a group of eight.
Please note that this itinerary is a guide to our goals. While we strive to cover it all, some elements are beyond our control, like the location and access to manyattas (which often move with seasonal grazing), the availability of habituated baboons, and river water levels.
We can guarantee an adventure filled with fun, camaraderie, and awe-inspiring natural beauty.
Highlights
- Starting from $550 per person
- Bring your own sleeping bag
- Bring a head torch to move around camp easily at night
- Bring shoes that can get wet while kayaking and another pair of shoes for walking in the bush
- Remember sun cream, caps, sunglasses, long-sleeved shirts (the sun is intense!)
- Bring your own ingredients so the chef can cook for you on-site
- This price is on a self-drive basis. Pick-up and drop-off from Nairobi can be organised for $100
Trip Constellation Options
Leave Nairobi at midday and get driven across a scenic 3-hour drive to reach the Olorgesailie Prehistoric site. Enjoy a picnic lunch with a panoramic view of Lake Magadi before transferring to motorbikes at Nguruman Bridge for a thrilling ride to Kalema. Set up camp on the riverbank, where you'll receive a trip briefing and kayaking training. The exact schedule might vary based on local conditions. As the day winds down, savour riverside sunset drinks and a delightful fireside dinner, immersing yourself in the rugged beauty of the surroundings.
Begin your day with breakfast before packing up camp into the vehicle.
Prepare for an exciting kayak training session, and then get ready to kayak down the river for a few hours.
Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch by the riverbank, followed by setting up the campsite. Dive into local culture with a visit to a Manyatta and witness traditional cattle herding. As night falls, indulge in a hearty dinner, completing a day filled with exploration and cultural immersion.
Kickstart your day with a refreshing cup of coffee, tea, and snacks, setting the tone for adventure.
Embark on a guided walk with habituated baboons, provided they're in the mood for company.
After breakfast, pack up camp and begin another exhilarating kayaking journey down the river.
After a satisfying late lunch, we bid farewell to this wild haven, driving back to Nairobi around 6pm.
CONTACT
enquiries@nomad.africa
Tel: +254 708 238 738
Purple Nomad Ltd
PO Box 69671 - 00400
Mwanzi Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya