from $1,300* per person | 3 Days | Year-round |
Comfort accommodations
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Exertion level: 3
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Operator: Kensington Tours |
12 people max
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Add this extension to any of our other safaris. Enjoy two days of motorcycle riding in Kenya. Starting in the low traffic neighbourhood of Karen in Nairobi, you will take low traffic roads out of town. Your experienced guide will ride with you and tailor the route to your skill level. Enjoy spectacular views of the Rift Valley before descending into the valley floor. Paved roads or dirt road riding options to Lake Naivasha. Relax at the lodge, and try a massage to loosen up. The next day, ride through Longonot park and Hell's Gate park, where zebra and antelope still roam free. Return to Nairobi or leave your motorcycle to our local team to trailer back to Nairobi - as you continue your safari in a van or 4x4. Rental equipment is available locally (helmet, boots, pads, jacket) in medium and large size. Provide advance notice for other sizes.
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Locations visited/nearby
Kenya, Africa
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3 testimonials about the provider, Kensington Tours:
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Reviewer: Rinat Goren, 2009
located in
Central America
"Just wanted to thank you. We are back from Costa Rica and had a wonderful trip. Everything worked really well, on time and we had really good time. Also, I wanted to comment on your contacts in Costa Rica- they were very responsive, helped solve problems on the spot and it was very reassuring to have them there."
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Reviewer: Nita Duncan, 2009
located in
Egypt & Ancient Lands
"For any single traveling woman - no fear! I, a single 61 year old female, traveled through Egypt & Jordan with absolutely no fear or concern for my safety. Not because I am brave but because there was no external cause for fear. The representatives who met me at the airports, the guides (especially Sam), and the drivers were all wonderful and very informative. The tour was first class and I would love to take another with Kinsington Tours and will recommend them to all my friends."
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Reviewer: Marie, 2009
located in
Asia
"We are back and we had a wonderful trip. Everything was perfectly organized, with the right balance between time with a guide and free time. We were very lucky with the weather, no rain at all except for a 20 minutes thunderstorm in Dalat. Halong Bay was very clear all the time although it is supposed to be foggy during the day. The Metropole was perfect, the best breakfasts ever, the boat, Jasmine, wonderful and we were only 14 people instead of 44…,the Palm Garden in Hoi An very nice, the Ana Mandara in Nha Trang, pure Heaven, the Sofitel in Dalat beautiful, almost empty and a very friendly staff."
Special information
- This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.
Itinerary
Day 1 Naivasha
Naivasha is one of our favorite places to pause on safari. Lush, cool and relaxing, it is a beautiful freshwater lake, fringed by thick papyrus. The lake is almost 13 km across but its waters are shallow and thick with hippo. Hell'sGateNational Park,LongonotNational ParkandMountLongonotare nearby attractions. Boat tours on the lake are popular to observe birdlife and hippopotamus behavior, or exploreCrescentIslandon foot.
Ride north on newly paved road onto the Rift Valley escarpment. A breathtaking view of the great valley greets you, along with a stop at the famous rift souvenir stands. Descend to the valley floor and nearby Lake Naivasha famous for its hippos. Three hours, moderate skill (traffic). Optional dirt or cross country trails for more advanced riders.
The Simba Lodge is situated not far from Nairobi, surrounded by gardens on the serene Lake Naivasha. Its 70 rooms are spacious and pleasantly decorated to fit in with the light, earthy and calm surroundings. Dining is an all around pleasant experience, where one may choose their favorites and make new discoveries at the wide buffet. Traditional and international cuisine is offered, as well as curries, which are popular with the locals. Hell’s Gate is not far, and there are plenty of activities such as cycling and rock climbing there. Otherwise, take a boat ride or nature walk.
Overnight at Simba.
Day 2 Naivasha
A highlight day of offroad riding. Start along the paved road along Lake Naivasha and then enter the Hell's Gate national park, famous for its geothermal activity and sheer cliffs. One of the few parks that allows walking and riding. Continue to Mount Longonot, an extinct volcano with preserved caldera. Ride onto the cool slopes and picnic with spectacular views. Descend onto the floor of the Great Rift Valley and ride amidst herds of zebra, antelope and giraffe. Return to Naivasha.
Sign up for optional activities on-site. Activities include Crescent Island boat tour, hiking and day trip excursions to Mt Longonot and Hell's Gate, or simply walk along the lakeshore and relax at your lodge.
*Activity fees vary and are paid on-site to the lodge and/or park authority.
Overnight at Simba.
Day 3 Nairobi
Enjoy a day of motorcycle riding with spectacular views of the Rift Valley. Starting in the low traffic Nairobi suburbs and onto scenic side roads, you will be accompanied by an experienced motorcycle instructor. (Helmet, boots and other equipment available for rent).
Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Depart from Nairobi international airport - end of itinerary.
Overnight at Depart.
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