Walking with the Masai

Follow in the footsteps of the most famous tribe of Africa, the Masai. From the papyrus-fringed shores of Lake Naivasha to the weird and wonderful stone formations in Hell's Gate National Park to the long grasses of the Masai Mara and the secluded Nguruman Escarpment, you'll tread upon earth these nomadic warriors have walked for centuries. Learn their way of life and gain a deep appreciation for the landscape and animals you come across on this inspirational journey.

Price

From: GBP1065 per person (12 days)

Price Includes

• Scale the spectacular caldera of Mt Longonot,
• Spot wild animals on a foot safari
• Experience the warmth of the Masai people

Price Excludes

• International Flights and Local Payment

Day 1 NairobiSee this cosmopolitan capital.

Day 2 Lake NaivashaTry wildlife spotting from a different perspective, approaching game on foot like a tribesman on Crescent Island, the impressive rim of a crater submerged in Lake Naivasha.

Day 3 Hell's Gate National ParkWith luck, rare leopards and baboons might be seen while walking beneath the craggy columns and towering cliffs in this peaceful park.

Day 4 Mount LongonotLace up your sturdiest boots - the climb to the scenic summit of Mt Longonot is challenging but the panorama from the top makes it well worth it.

Days 5-6 Masai MaraExperience the best of the African savannah on game drives through the Masai Mara, which teems with the country's most iconic wildlife.

Day 7 Walking in the Masai MaraWander through Masai villages and be humbled by the simple lifestyles of this ancient warrior tribe.

Day 8 Maji Moto to OlorienIt's a challenging trek to Maji Moto, where steamy springs in the foothills will cook an egg in a matter of minutes.

Day 9 Olorien to Naro OsuraPass a salt lake on today's long hike, where strikingly tall, graceful Masai men group their precious cattle along the shores.

Days 10-11 Naro Osura to EntasopiaTraverse the emerald fields of the Entasopia Valley and walk along mountain ridges before pitching tents on the picturesque Entasopia River.

Day 12 Entasopia Valley to Kalema/NairobiClamber up the forested slopes of the Nguruman Escarpment for breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley. Have a good last look before returning to civilisation.