Experience the wonderful and wildlife of the Loisaba Wilderness in a part of the most inaccessible and amazing part of Kenya – the area is called Laikipia. After that, the journey continues to the Masai Mara, a place which is known, among other things, for the annual trek that a million wildebeest make every year. This is a real luxury safari, a combination of luxury and great nature experiences! This trip does something good for people, animals and nature in Kenya – and for you.
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Sample Itinerary
Arrival in Nairobi, transfer to domestic airport and so on travel to Loisaba. Here awaits three nights, the trip includes flight, transfer, safari, full board with house wine and park ticket.
Flight to Masai Mara and arrival Elephant and Pepper Camp. Here awaits three nights, the trip includes flight, transfer, safari, full board with house wine and park ticket.
After breakfast we will return to Nairobi.
Trip details
Accommodation: 3.5
Hotel standard: 5
When to travel: June – April
Airport: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta ( NBO)
Length: 6 nights
Price includes: International round trip flight, full board with house wine, share in double room,safari, transfer, park tickets , return flight Nairobi – Laikipia – Masai Mara – Nairobi.
The price does not include: Travel insurance
Combine with: Coast, Sailing on the Indian Ocean, eco-luxury safari in the Rift Valley and / or stay in Nairobi.
Good to know about Kenya & Masai Mara: This is a large nature reserve in southwestern Kenya, and actually a continuation of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. The area got its name from the people who live in the area (Masai) and what they have for generations called the area: “Mara”, which in Masai language means “spotted”. A good description of a landscape where trees, shrubs, savannah and shadows from clouds form a “spotted” image.
Laikipia: This beautiful region has access to the wild, unspoilt part of northern Kenya. Not many people live here, and the Laikipia area consists mostly of large, privately owned ranches. Here cattle often go along with other animals, also wild. In recent years, these animals have become more and more considered a resource and not a burden.
Good to remember: In the Masai Mara, water is in short supply, so drink and use it with care and respect. The Masai are a proud people, always ask before you photograph. Bring notes in smaller denominations to be able to buy local crafts and the like in the small communities. How to greet the people you meet? In the same way that we in the Western world do – you take hands.
Mobile coverage and internet: The hotel has internet and mobile coverage is good. However, it is a wish of the management that you prefer to turn off the mobile, or use it discreetly.
Time zone: GMT + 3
Vaccinations: Read more about which vaccinations to use online.
Packing: On safaris in the Masai Mara you are often 1,300 – 1,500 meters above sea level, and both in the morning, in the evening and at night it can be quite cold. Bring a good sweater and windbreaker, good shoes for walking in
Bring a small backpack to be able to bring water, binoculars, camera or other personal belongings on the excursions. We recommend soft rather than hard travel bags – they are easier to transport along the way, so a backpack or similar is a good choice. Mosquito nets are available on site, but feel free to bring mosquito spray or similar.
Local currency: Kenyan Shilling
Observer: Kenya has banned plastic bags and this is checked by customs. If you bring a plastic bag, this can mean a fine.
Weather right now: Weather Masai Mara
Water: Clean water is available in the camp.
Safety: 100% safe out in the bush. In the capital Nairobi, however, do not go alone in some places – this is especially true in the city center.
More information can be found hereRejsevejledninger på um.dk
Travel entry requirements: : All travelers to Kenya must apply for and be approved for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to visit the country. Click on the link below and follow their instructions (Applicants should have their passport and travel information and payment card ready). The price is 35 USD per person including children. If you are a family traveling, you can apply together. Apply no later than 3 weeks before departure. Se mer här: Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
Ecorating: 3.5
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This product meets our requirements for Ecorating, a product that is good for humans and the environment.
Environmental work
The lodge has a program for planting trees, both at the lodge as well as at schools and in the local community.
Loisaba Cottage
Designed for a maximum of eight people.
The lodge is primarily made of stone from the area.
Kiboko & Koija Starbeds
Designed to minimize wear and tear from human activities. Only four rooms with a maximum of eight guests at a time to minimize impact on nature and the environment.
Waste and water management
A septic tank handles water from showers, kitchen, etc.
Loisaba Lodge
Water from sink / dishwasher and kitchen is separated (greywater) and used separately
All waste is sorted and sent for recycling.
All drinking water comes in glass bottles, which are recycled.
All inorganic waste from the lodge, Kiboko and Koija Starbeds is sorted and treated on site.
Cooking oil is collected and sent to Nairobi for further processing.
Pollution and noise
Noise from the on-site generator is attenuated by the unit being located in a bunker. The generator has also been given a sound-absorbing mechanism.
Resource Management – Energy Management
Loisaba Lodge
A battery inverter system stores energy when the generator is running. This means that the operation of the generator can be limited. The generator usually runs for less than 6 hours per. day. Lighting along the site’s paths is activated by sensors. The place has a refrigerator for fruits and vegetables that run on charcoal.
Loisaba Cottage
Solar cells and batteries with inverter system are used to supply electricity to the lodge and one uses solar cells to heat water. Refrigerators and freezers are powered by solar cells.
Kiboko Starbeds
Oil lamps are used for lighting. Refrigerators and freezers are powered by solar cells.
Koija Starbeds
Solar energy is used to heat water. Refrigerators and freezers are powered by solar cells. You have a battery backup system.
Water management
The lodge collects rainwater from the laundry and staff accommodation .
Kiboko Starbeds
Buckets are used for showers, and a maximum of 20 liters of water is used per. shower. Water comes from a source close by.
Water from the local well is tested quarterly. Quality and water level are monitored.
There is information material in each room which encourages all guests to use water wisely.
Koija Starbeds
Water-saving toilets. All use of water is sparse in general.
Purchase and delivery of goods
Environmental considerations
All goods are purchased per . kilo. Souvenirs are sourced locally, vegetables and beverages come primarily from local businesses.
Training and education
Staff receive ongoing offers of additional training.
Employees receive benefits in the local community.
The lodge has a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program that handles community projects
You provide security to the community by remunerating ranks and guardians
Loisaba Community Trust offers support to the local community in the form of training of high school teachers and students
Over half of the staff come from the local community>
Employees are offered transportation to nearby shopping facilities, as well as emergency transportation,
Staff expenses for medicine are covered by the lodge.
Souvenirs come from the local community – this provides basic support for many families.
Loisaba offers grazing for animals, which ultimately gives local families an opportunity for income
Koija Starbeds is 100% community owned but marketed by Loisaba Lodge. All revenue from Starbeds is channeled directly back into the community.
Communication and Education
Visitors are informed local environment using bulletin boards, welcome letters, pamphlets and information meetings.
Cultural visits are arranged for the guests, for example by visiting one of the local communities.
The lodge has an internal information bulletin board, department meetings are held to improve internal communication.
Internal training in, among other things, first aid, with subsequent certificate.
