Horseback riding in Masai Mara, Kenya

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Meeting: Hotel in Nairobi
Airport:   Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)      
Transfer: Kenya International Airport/ hotel    Distance: 150 miles

Transfers are included for this trip. Since rarely any flights arrive in time for the transfer on Day 1, please arrive the night before. Our partners can pick you up from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) once your flight lands and drop you off at your hotel (night at the hotel not included in the package). On Day 1, you will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi around 9:00am and transferred to Wilson Airport. The flight departs at 10:30am and lands in the Mara for 11:15am. On the last day, your flight departs at 2:45pm and lands at the Wilson Airport for 4:15pm. You will then be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Tack: English tack - General all purpose English saddles, and French Calvalry saddles. Most horses go in a snaffle bit. Double sided saddle bags are provided.
Horses: Somali-Arab crossbreds & Thoroughbreds.
Pace: Moderate with long trots and canters, 4-8 hrs per day, covering 20-40km
| Walk | Trot | Canter |
Level: Riding Level (Click for legend) (3 to 3 out of 5)    Intermediate+
Age: Min 8 Max 80
Weight: Max 200 lbs / 90 kg
Riders: Min 4 riders Max 12 riders
(per riding group)
Max Capacity 12


Riding Level
Participants should be competent and confident at all paces (surprises in the bush cannot be predicted) and have an intermediate level of fitness and riding ability. Riders must have the ability to trot for stretches of 10 minutes at a time and be able to gallop out of trouble.
The guide will assess the capability of each rider and should he feel that any rider is not competent and therefore imposes a risk to themselves or others, he will ask them to continue the safari in a vehicle rather than on horseback.

Pace
We ride between 4 to 8 hours, covering 20 to 50 kilometers per day. Full days of riding when we move camp are alternated with days where we ride out of camp and return for lunch and a siesta in the afternoon.

Horses
Our stable is home to over 25 safari horses – a mixture of Somali-Arab crossbred and thoroughbreds. The majority of these have been bred and raised at home on our wildlife conservancy in central Kenya. Living at close quarters with wild animals, our horses are familiar with being amongst big game, have great endurance and are evenly tempered. Under the professional guidance of our horse master and her team of grooms, each safari horse is carefully schooled, exercised, and loved, for the sole purpose of carrying our guests safely through the African wilderness.

Tack
We ride in the English style using very comfortable French cavalry and English general–purpose saddles. Most horses are tacked in a snaffle bridle and double-sided saddlebags are provided for each member to carry water bottles, cameras, and rain gear.

Safety
A professional riding guide leads every safari. A safety briefing is given at the beginning of the safari with detailed information about how to handle a big game situation.
A small medical kit is carried on horseback and a more comprehensive kit is kept in camps.
The mobile camps, vehicles, and guides have radio communication, mobile phones, or satellite phones in case of an emergency.

Insurance
It is one of our conditions that all guest must have adequate medical and comprehensive travel insurance in case of cancellation, curtailment and other emergencies, should they arise. Insurance details must be provided prior to travel.

Flying Doctor
We provide all our clients with membership to the Flying Doctors Society of Kenya. This service covers emergency medical evacuation to a hospital in Nairobi, at which point your personal medical insurance will take effect.

Weight Limit
Our weight limit is 90 kg (200 lbs). However, we can offer a special program for heavier riders, including shorter rides, game drives, walks and cultural visits.

Staff
Gordie was initiated into the safari world as a youngster. Born in Kenya, he guided his first safari aged 18 and has over 30 years’ experience in the bush. Today, his untamed love of all things wild and his passion and respect for Africa’s people and wildlife, make Gordie a fascinating and inspiring character.
Felicia’s talents encompass all aspects of safari – she’s a brilliant equestrian, an inventive chef, a qualified Bowen therapist and engaging company. She married Gordie in 2014.
Pete has been a professional safari guide for over 45 years. He has dedicated much of his life to conservation and is very proud to have been a founder member of the Masai Mara Conservancy and an honorary warden with the Kenya Wildlife Service.
Pierre is a third generation Kenyan who grew up living under canvas with his father, a well-known conservationist. He feels most at home in the bush. Pierre spends all of his time on safari with guests or friends. His love of the bush is contagious and his knowledge is outstanding.

Non-Riders
Non-riding participants are welcome to join their riding partners. They will spend their days game viewing in a safari vehicle (4x4) or on foot with their own professional safari guide.


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Masai Mara Ride - Aloe Blossom
Tour Code: IT-KYRT01
9 days / 8 nights
Dates : Available all Year

Trip Rating :
Difficulty : Riding Level
Riding Level Explained
ABeginner
Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
BNovice
Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
CIntermediate
Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
D Strong Intermediate
Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
EAdvanced
All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
Lodging: Standard
Lodging Level Explained
   
= Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
   
Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
 Accommodations with superior comforts.
   
 = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
   
Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
   
 = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
   
Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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A 2024 06/23 - 07/01 9d / 8n 9 day trip 4 /12 Reserve
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B 2024 09/05 - 09/11 7d / 6n 7 day trip 4 /12 Reserve
B 2024 09/13 - 09/19 7d / 6n 7 day trip 4 /12 Reserve
A 2024 09/21 - 09/29 9d / 8n 9 day trip 4 /12 Sold Out
A 2024 10/01 - 10/09 9d / 8n 9 day trip 4 /12 Sold Out
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Tack: English tack - General all purpose Eng...
Horses: Somali-Arab crossbreds & Thoroughbreds...
Pace: Moderate with long trots and canters, ...
Walk, Trot, Canter,
Airport: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
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