Embrace the Ultimate African Safari and Gorilla Trek

ARE YOU READY FOR AN ADVENTURE YOU'LL NEVER FORGET?

TREK WITH GIANT GORILLAS

Gorilla trekking in Africa is one of the most moving and exclusive experiences in the world. And because the gorilla is an endangered species, you can only find them in some protected national parks in East Africa. And today you are one of the lucky few who gets to experience them up close and personal. To see primates in their natural habitat is a truly life-changing experience.

This adventure is your chance to trek with one of the most unique animals on the planet.

5 DAY MASAI MARA & NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK GREAT MIGRATION SAFARI

Witness the Great Migration on safari in Africa!

The Masai Mara is Africa's premier safari destination while Nairobi National Park is a great place to witness the endagered black and white Rhino. During this safari, you’ll be living inside the game reserves. This will give you the best chance to spot all of Africa’s exotic safari animals, including the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino & buffalo). You may even hear these animals as you relax around an open fire, eat dinner under the stars or

The Mara adjoins the infamous Serengeti National Park and is home to the greatest natural spectacle on earth - The Great Migration. It is also home to huge populations of big cats and the famous 5 cheetah brothers. Covering more than 1,500 square kilometres and home to 80 different species of mammals and more than 450 varieties of birds, the Masai Mara offers a once in a lifetime safari experience, hand-crafted just for you.

CULTURAL IMMERSION

With the life-changing Mirror of Hope

Explore the sights and sounds of Africa’s largest slum. Meet the life changing Mirror of Hope (MOH), visit the home of one of the inspiring women MOH work with, meet her family and learn how to cook a delicious Kenyan feast. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse in Kenyan culture, practice your Swahili and get to know some of the most resilient and remarkable people on the planet.

Mirror of Hope was founded in 2010 by Tommy & Judy Nyawir, to empower vulnerable women & children living in the Kibera Slums. MOH achieves their mission through the implementation of a range of innovative health, education and entrepreneurship initiatives. We get to spend time with Tommy and Judy as we immerse ourselves in this unique and heartwarming experience.

What's Included

• Local English-speaking guides and drivers throughout​ your adventure
• 1 WEA host to ensure you have the most amazing adventure
• 2 training hikes in Lake Mac / Newcastle area in the lead up to our trip ( May and June 2024 - dates TBA)
• 16 nights of accommodation (Lodges, boutique hotels and 5-star safari tents)
• Meals as per the itinerary (16 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 15 dinners)
• David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
• Nairobi Giraffe Centre
• Mirror of Hope Experience
• Kiberan Slum Cultural Immersion
• 1 Game Drive in Nairobi National Park
• All National Park Permits
• Experienced English Speaking Safari Guides
• Transport in Luxury Safari Jeeps
• Masai Mara Permits
• 2 Game Drives each day while in the Masai Mara
• Maasai Boma Tour
• Airport transfers in Africa
• Rwandan Genocide Memorial
• Ntarama Genocide Memorial
• Guided Golden Monkey Trek and Permits
• Guided Gorilla Trek and Permits
• Transport to all activities outlined in the itinerary
• And of course some WEA surprises along the way!

What's not included

• International or internal flights
• Visa and passport fees
• Travel insurance (Proof of travel insurance must be provided by 2 weeks after booking)
• Paid adventure options and all personal expenses
• Tobacco, alcoholic or special beverages
• Miscellaneous extras
• Laundry and communication charges
• Medical care
• Gratuities and tips throughout trip

Dates: Saturday, 7th September until Monday, 23rd September, 2024   

Location: Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda, Africa

Days: 17 days / 16 nights

Group Maximum: 14 plus your WEA hosts and in Country Guides

Activity / Fitness Level: A combination of Relaxed, Moderate and High Energy. To see if this activity is fit for you check out our Activity / Fitness Guide

Cost:   $13,650pp 

(a non-refundable deposit of $3,000 paid upon booking will secure your spot - the remainder of the balance will be invoiced and payable in two instalments T&C apply)

For the full Itinerary, FAQs and all the exciting details, click here

By making a booking, you agree to and accept our terms and conditions and Adventure Out Loud terms and conditions, including these Terms and Conditions, our Covid-19 Policy and the Waiver of Liability. 

Your booking is final once your payment is processed and a confirmation email is sent to you. This is an all-weather event. This is a women's only adventure. Valid for sale until sold out. Advertised prices are per person. Prices are correct as of 20th May 2023 and are subject to availability, withdrawal and change at any time without notice due to fluctuations in charges and currency.

All current government safety and health guidelines at the time of booking and departure must be adhered to, including all Covid-19 requirements. Any additional costs related to but not limited to government travel restrictions are the responsibility of the individual traveller and not Women Embrace Adventure. If this trip is undersubscribed or in circumstances where external events affect the viability or safety of this trip to go ahead, Women Embrace Adventure reserves the right to cancel or reschedule and to exclude/remove any participants from this trip. Dates are non-transferable. 

The deposit paid for this trip is non- refundable. After booking-We reserve the right to charge any administration costs and any trip cost incurred by us prior to the time of cancellation

Notice of cancellation must be received in writing and sent to info@womenembraceadventure.com.au. If it becomes necessary for you to cancel your trip, the following cancellation fees will apply:

Cancellation dates:

More than 180 days before departure

Full deposit is forfeited plus any additional fees and booking costs

120 – 179 days before departure

25% of total fee, Full deposit is forfeited plus any additional fees and booking costs

90 – 119 days before departure

50% of total fee, Full deposit is forfeited plus any additional fees and booking costs

60 – 89 days before departure

85% of total fee, Full deposit is forfeited plus any additional fees and booking costs

Less than 60 days before departure

100% of total fee, Full deposit is forfeited plus any additional fees and booking costs

Please note the above is a guide only and may vary depending on what has already been booked for your participation in the tour itinerary. Cancellation fees may increase to cover these unrecoverable costs (examples of unrecoverable costs include, but are not limited to, gorilla & chimp permits that are non-refundable and cannot be transferred). Cancellation fees are in addition to the non-refundable deposit.

You may be entitled to make a travel insurance claim depending on your reason for cancellation. We will gladly assist you with this claim by providing a letter summarising the tour costs you have incurred/forfeited as a result of your cancellation.