Trip Highlights: 

4 days/nights in Nairobi visiting a range of talented artisan groups including Kitengala Glass Blowers, Ocean Sole Workshop, Tharaka Women’s Weaving Group, Folk Market artisan Phoebe Lasoi Salau, as well as visiting other elegant Kenyan artisan centers and both historic and innovative restaurants throughout the city

3 days/nights in Amboseli National Park visiting former Folk Art Market Artisan group Beads of Esiteti, a traditional Maasai women’s beading group located at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Your time with them will include an immersive experience in their traditional village learning about their group and the impact it has made on their lives, as well as visiting the local Esiteti Primary School and spending time with the children. Each morning and evening you’ll head out on safari to view the famous Amboseli elephants and other African wildlife that fills this spectacular National Park

3 days/nights in the Masai Mara visiting Basecamp Maasai beading group and other artisan groups in the regions as well as daily safaris in this famous National Park that is known for its incredible big cat population and endless open plains that are filled with an abundance of wildlife

• Airport Meet & Greet

• Airport transfers

• Accommodation in hotels as listed (or similar)

• Local English speaking private guide & vehicle

• Tours and visits as listed in itinerary

• All meals, local wine/beer, soft drinks and coffee.

• Mineral water in the vehicle

• Gratuities

• International flights

• Charter flights (estimated $850)

• $500 tax deductible donation (made directly to IFAM)

• Travel insurance (required)

• Visa fees 

• Extra room nights pre/post core trip 

• Optional tours or activities (eg: Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center, Karen Blixen Museum)

• Any meal or sightseeing tour other than those specified

• Cocktail drinks/spirits/specialty coffees

• Room service

• Costs related to delayed or lost luggage

• Any item of personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, spa, etc.

• Vaccinations: yellow rever required; malaria prophylaxis—highly recommended

• Overweight baggage fees (due to the itinerary please contain weight to 44 lbs, preferably in duffle bags)

• Park Fees (non commissionable) $1100

Average fitness and mobility is needed as the trip will include standing and walking for extended periods of time, but typically on flat terrain. Note that stairways will sometimes be without handrails and elevators are not always available.

Price per person, sharing (based on 10 travelers) $13,290
Single supplement $1500
Park fees $1100
Regional flights $850 (estimated)

$2000 non-refundable deposit and a $500 per person tax deductible donation made directly to IFAM (to receive a tax deductible receipt) due at time of booking.

3 days/nights on the East African island of Lamu, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its well-preserved Swahili culture and architecture. Lamu will beguile you with its charm and take you back in time with old world Arabic architecture, ancient wooden dhow boats, and tropical warm waters. You’ll explore this historic town that is filled with charm, incredible artisan groups, and scrumptious seafood filled cafes along the ancient streets.

Please inquire for pricing