East Africa Sports Adventure

This is the most diverse and adventurous of all Real Sport Experience's Expeditions. In 4 action-packed weeks you will traverse the source of the River Nile in Uganda; reach the summit of Mount Kenya; cross the Samburu lands on camel back; and learn all about the bush and survival in one of Kenya's National Parks. This is an expedition in every sense and not for the faint-hearted.

This programme is perfectly suited to sports enthusiasts looking for a challenge during their gap year or career break.

Programme Itinerary

Week 1: Bush Awareness Course
This encounter with the untamed wild is the perfect introduction to the very essence of all that is Africa. Spending your days amongst the Big Five in the rolling savannas and sleeping at night in bush camps under star-studded skies, you will explore this wildlife haven. You spend your time engrossed in various activities ranging from animal tracking to navigation, bush survival, and orienteering.

Week 2: Mt Kenya Hiking Expedition
This is Africa's second highest peak and it offers some of the most rewarding hiking on the continent. However, this is a challenge that must not be underestimated. Standing 5199 metres above sea level, you will trek for several hours each day and camp out at different sites as you gradually reach the summit.

Week 3: Samburu Culture and Camel Trek
After a week of exertion and mental challenges, you will spend this part of the expedition in laid-back fashion, absorbing the culture and surroundings of the ancient Samburu lands. Using local guides and a convoy of camels, you will enter this dry and inaccessible place to witness the history and colours of the proud Samburu people.

Week 4: Nile River Expedition in Uganda
This final leg of your `East African Expedition' takes you exploring the first 100km's of the River Nile's source in Uganda. You begin this exhilarating encounter with four days on some of the roughest commercial white water in the world, with kayaking lessons and river boarding. This is followed by an exhilarating two days on quad bikes exploring the fascinating rural landscape through which this mighty river cuts its path.

Programme Location

River Nile in Uganda and Lakipia, Samburu lands and Mount Kenya in Kenya

Accommodation and Meals

All accommodation will be in two-man dome tents, with the option of staying in man-made bush camps too! Meals are provided on a group participatory basis.

Programme Overview

Price: £2249

How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 weeks before departure

What is included?
Airport transfers
Bush Awareness Course
Mount Kenya Climbing Expedition
Nile River Kayaking Expedition
Camel Safari - Samburu land
Local orientations and training
Accommodation & 3 meals a day
Pre-departure assistance

What is not included?
International Flights
Any necessary visas
Insurance
Any extra activities
Souvenirs
Email, internet or phone access

Programme Summary:
Full of adventure and challenges, you'll never forget the sense of accomplishment in two of Africa’s greatest countries: Uganda & Kenya!
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Programme start dates:
2008: Programmes run from the 2nd to the 29th in each of the following months - June, July and August.

Kenya Travel Advice:
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