Soul of the Savannah
Adventure enthusiasts and eco-conscious travellers who welcome authentic tribal interactions. No age restrictions.
4 unique locations. 4 unique experiences. Respectful, participatory Maasai experiences
Kenya Tour Itinerary
Arrive Nairobi,
Accommodation: Wildebeest Eco Camp
Early breakfast, check out and depart for Laikipia, in the northern part of Kenya, to arrive in time for lunch. Il Ngwesi eco-lodge is owned and managed by the local Masai community, and all profits go back into their community. PM game drives with Maasai guides.
Accommodation: Il Ngwesi Eco Lodge
Full day to catch unique wildlife that are not found anywhere else in the world. This is also a protected breeding space for white rhinos. Option to visit Maasai traditional homes and engaging them in conversation and stories.
Accommodation: Il Ngwesi Eco Lodge
Early breakfast and check out. Depart for Lake Nakuru to arrive in time for lunch. PM game drive in the incredible Ramsar site with over 400 species of birds, including flamingos, and a variety of large wildlife.
Accommodation: Egret Savannah Camp
Full day in the park for wildlife viewing.
Accommodation: Egret Savannah Camp
Early breakfast and check out. Depart for Loita Hills to arrive in time for lunch. PM activities include a guided nature walk and visiting local homesteads. Option to participate in a unique walking safari (3 days), where travellers traverse through plains and mountains, spending 2 nights in the bush, with Masai warriors as their field guides. The 3rd night is back at the main camp.
Accommodation: Maji Moto Eco Camp
If the walking safari is not opted for, a full day of other activities are organised. In the morning, trek Loita Hills for splendid views over the area, followed by lunch and some relaxation. Afternoon descent into Maji Moto village centre and Hot Springs to check out how life runs in this small remote African village. Winding down the day with campfire stories and singing.
Accommodation: Maji Moto Eco Camp
Another full day of activities including Maasai Warrior training – measuring skills in Sasol stick fighting, spear throwing and archery. Visit a Local School which benefits directly from the camp. Engage in a beading session with Maasai women.
Accommodation: Maji Moto Eco Camp
Early breakfast and check out. Depart for Mara to arrive in time for lunch. PM game drive in this amazing ecosystem where wildlife is abundant and so are its stories.
Full day of safaris for memorable wildlife encounters. Night safari is also available.
Accommodation: Saruni Eagle View
Full day of safaris for memorable wildlife encounters. Night safari is also available.
Accommodation: Saruni Eagle View
After breakfast and checkout, return to Nairobi. Lunch enroute. Drop off in Nairobi for onward journey.
FAQs
The tour is centered on Hokkaido’s winter wildlife, with a focus on spectacular birding. Key species you can expect to see include Red-crowned Cranes (at Tsurui and Otowa Bridge), Steller’s Sea Eagles (at Lake Toro, Lake Kussharo, and on the Eagle Boat cruise), and the elusive Blakiston’s Fish Owl (at Yuyado Daiichi and Washinoyado). Other highlights include Whooper Swans, Ural Owls, Auks, Cormorants, and Sea Otters (on the Ochiishi Nature Cruise).
The tour utilizes local accommodation (such as Yumekoubou, Yuyado Daiichi, and Pension Papilio) which aligns with the tour’s emphasis on authenticity and intimate lodging over conventional luxury hotels. The accommodation is selected to provide access to the remote natural areas visited.
This experience is unique because it offers a specialized, niche experience focused intensely on Hokkaido’s winter wildlife and remote landscapes. It is a carefully curated blend of spectacular, expert-guided birding opportunities, immersion in the natural environment, and the use of intimate, local lodging, while also providing a light exposure to Japanese cultural elements.
