Kenya

Safari Stylin'

July 3 - 9 2021

The Real Africa

The Real Africa

Explore Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara, and plenty of time in Nairobi for hands on experiences at the Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre, all mixed with SYB workouts and Hakuna Matata nights! You'll wake up to the roar of lions and see the sun rise over the beautiful African plains. Get your morning started with a safari through the open field alongside zebras and gazelles. Climb on the roof of an open 4x4 Land Cruiser as you watch a lioness and her baby cubs play under the shade in the warm afternoons. But be on the lookout for the King as you hike or mountain bike though the hills! Join SYB and 18 other guests on an epic African safari through the timeless beauty of Kenya. In the heart of the Chyulu Hills, presided over by Africa’s iconic Mount Kilimanjaro, lies an expedition that many dream of but few get to experience. Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Let’s go!!!

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HIGHLIGHTS

Giraffe Centre

Masai Mara

4x4 Safaris

Lake Naivasha

Boat Tour

Biking

Elephant Orphanage

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SELECT A DAY

Nairobi

We'll pick you up at the airport, check in, meet each other and head to the Giraffe Centre and Elephant Orphanage. Here we get our first feel for Kenya! But it's just the beginning. Later in the afternoon we'll get our sweat on, stretch from your long ass flight with some yoga and chill by the pool. We cap our first day with dinner in Nairobi! Welcome to Africa!

Great Rift Valley

Day two and we kick things off by traveling to the exotic Lake Nakuru National Park in the Great Rift Valley. We'll do a game drive, see some Rothschild's giraffe, lions and leopards. Watch out for the large python snakes that inhabit the dense woodlands and can be seen crossing the roads or dangling from trees! Get ready for your photo op, this park is also often shimmering with flamingo pink from thousands of those sexy birds.

Lake Naivasha

After breakfast its straight to the 4x4 for a morning game drive. Flamingo, endangered Rothschild giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, impala, buffalo, warthog and a variety of birdlife, how many can you spot?! Bonus points if you see a warthog and meerkat hanging out, especially if they have a lion cub with them. If you're down we'll explore Hell's Gate National Park - by mountain bike! Stepping out of the confines of the 4x4 and really getting to know this incredible landscape. At home, sample beautifully made local cuisines as we share stories of the days adventures over drinks!

Boat Tour

We'll wake up early, get our sweat and breakfast on, then jump on a boat tour to Crescent Island to visit some resident hippos and fish eagles. Strap on your hiking boots, as we take a walking safari to explore more of the island. Recharging on our 4-hour journey to Masai Mara, with a lunch stop at Narok (a hustlin' and bustlin' little town). Once in Masai Mara, it's time to grab our 4x4 to explore more undulating landscape, on our afternoon game drive. There's nothing quite like watching the sun go down and seeing the glow in a lions eyes. What a day!

Masai Mara

Rise and sine! Today we take an early morning game drive in the reserve all pre breakfast.! We'll throw in some fun fitness games around the lodge, then pack a lunch and head into the park in search of its popular residents. Watching out for the well known predators, and their opponents like the Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hippo...and the dangerous Crocodiles with a visit to the Mara river.

A Local Experience

The air is crisp, temperatures are still cool - can spot Africa's top predators returning from their hunts on our morning game drive?! Later we drop by a Masai village and a school for some fun with the locals! Expect to experience traditional dancing and village life. Adrenaline is running high, so we'll take some time out to relax in our swimming pool. Followed by yoga as the majestic African sun sets.

Back to Nairobi

After breakfast we'll depart the Masai Mara and head across acres of rolling wheat and barley farms to Narok. From there we'll cross the vast plains of the Rift Valley whilst keeping an eye our for herds of giraffe and gazelle. We'll arrive into Kenya's bustling capital city, Nairobi, in the early afternoon. If there is time before your flight we'll grab lunch at a local restaurant together.

Until next time... or until we throw our next party because this friendship just started!

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experience it all

CHECK OUT WHAT'S INCLUDED

All Accommodations
All Meals
All Transportation
Full Fitness Programming
SYB Welcome Package
Local English Speaking Guide
All Park Fees and Government Taxes
Lots of 4x4 Safaris
Mountain Biking Hell’s Gate National Park
Cultural Visit to Masai Village
Crescent Island Boat Ride
Photographer + Videographer

NOT INCLUDED

International Flights
Gratuities to Guides + Drivers
Alcoholic Beverages
Hot Air Balloon Safari (optional)
Airport Taxes (if applicable)
Travel Insurance
Medical Insurance

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Kenyan Cuisine

Because of Kenya's long-standing relationship with foreign settlers, and its colonization by the British, the various tastes, cooking methods and presentation of Kenyan foods have been greatly influenced by the Indians, Arabs, Europeans, and Pakistanis, as well as some western countries.

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Private Single

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$3,900.00 PER PERSON

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Shared Single

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$3,250.00 PER PERSON

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destination

When you think of Africa, Kenya's landscape is usually what people imagine. Located in East of the continent with a coastline on the Indian Ocean. It encompasses savannah, lakelands, the dramatic Great Rift Valley and mountain highlands.

Kenya

Nairobi

Kenya's capital urban core also borders the Nairobi National Park, a large game reserve known for breeding endangered black rhinos. Near the city you'll also find the Giraffe Centre and Elephant Orphanage, set up to protect and preserve endangered species.

National Parks

There are some 54 National Parks and Reserve across Kenya - preserving wildlife and landscape. The oldest park was formed in 1946. 4x4 safaris are the most popular way to explore this epic landscape and an important contributor to Kenya's economy.

Wildebeest Migration

Two million wildebeest make the annual migration from the Serengeti in Tanzania into Kenya's Maasai Mara. Watching them cross the Mara river is a spectacular sight to behold!

The Big Five

Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and African Buffalo. Originally named 'the big five' for being at the top of most hunters lists, as they were considered the most difficult five to shoot whilst on foot. Thankfully the aim has now shifted to shooting these magnificent beast with cameras rather than guns

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trip faqs

Flights

Medical Questions

What to wear?

Washing Machine?

Transportation

GETTING THERE

DETAIL TBA - For now we begin our adventure the morning of, so if you can arrive the night before or morning same day. Regardless which flight you take we will meet at either Jomo Kenyatta International Airport NBO at 11am or at our hotel Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence or latest at Nairobi Arboretum at 12pm. If you arrive anytime after 1pm inform us since we'll be exploring Nairobi's elephant orphanage and giraffe center!

COMING HOME
We will be arriving at Nairobi in the afternoon and recommend getting a later flight.

Please see and ask your doctor about traveling to Kenya and it's remote regions.

Please do not wait until the last minute, some medicine requires to be taken one week before travel.

Also here are useful government websites:

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/kenya

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/kenya/health

You'll want to wear light clothes for the day and warm layers for the evenings, because morning game drives in open vehicles will be cold! Remember you'll be traveling a lot too, so try to minimize to a few really solid outfits.

Plan that you won't be doing any washing. We're heading to remote regions of Kenya. Of course a few hotels might provide washing services, but you can definitely count on additional costs if they do have this service.

We'll be riding in 4x4 jeeps the whole adventure. They are 7-seaters, our drivers also double as our guides, speak English and have plenty of stories and jokes to tell on our long journeys.

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What's so special about SYB?

Cancellation policy...

What's up with theft?

Do I need to be a fitness babe or muscle man to come on these trips?

What happens after I book?

How much moola should I bring on these trips?

Most adventurous trip?

Most relaxing trip?

Most fitness intense trip?

Most popular trip?

Does everyone booze?

We get it- you’re either too busy, don’t know anyone else going, or just accidentally spent way too much on drinks this weekend. Now let’s cut the BS and get real. There will never be the perfect time to get away, being the busy human that you are. We actively encourage people to come alone on our adventures so they can meet people outside of their usual social circles. Everyone that chooses an SYB trip is there to get outside their comfort zone and meet like-minded sweaty people. Money spent on experiences is what every 100 year old says is the most important thing we can do while we’re young. Listen to Gramps and get ready to squat it out with us!

We are firmly committed to providing quality product. We detox to retox because we know that a balanced life is the best life. Your workouts will be led by some of the best fitness instructors around the country, so you’ll be living your best life in paradise while doing 100 pushups and situps a day (we make it fun, we promise). Seriously though, when was the last time you came back from vacation with a more defined six-pack? The friendships and memories that you make on our adventures so are important to us! We pride ourselves in creating experiences that will change your life.

First of all, we’re calling bull on that work event that “just happened” to pop up. But we’ll get over it and see you on the next trip. While deposits are non-transferable or refundable, your payment might be depending on time of cancellation! We will work with you to try to push the payment (minus deposit) to another trip or we can issue a refund, again depending on time of cancellation. What we can’t help you out with? The FOMO that’ll come from watching the adventure on Instagram stories from home. Check out the Terms and Conditions and About pages for more info.

Be safe and you won’t be sorry. We usually choose destinations with low crime rates but it is always wise to stay vigilant. General rule of thumb: if losing X valuable is going to ruin your trip, don’t bring it! (So keep your Yeezys and nice jewelry at home.) Petty theft is the most common type of crime that exists, so be wary of pickpockets looking for cash and always watch your bags. As a precautionary measure we typically provide safes in each room. We’ve yet to experience any considerable theft on our trips (let’s keep it that way).

Do I need to be a fitness babe or muscle man to come on these trips? No way! Not every human being walks around looking like Gigi Hadid- we feel that. All different levels are welcome- even if the only time you’ve ever broken a sweat is hustling to the fridge during commercial breaks. Coming to all workouts are highly encouraged but not mandatory and we make adjustments for various fitness levels and injuries. The point is to try something new and make memories that you’ll never forget. Check out some BLOG POSTS to hear from other non-Schwarzeneggers about their experience.

We won’t leave you hanging after you drop dat coin. We’ll email several times along the way: first after you book, second about a month and a half before the trip, and third two weeks before. Then we’ll make sure you know where to be and when. Unlike that dude from last night, we’ll be hitting you up.

Our adventures could go up to 8 days, which means you should bring at least $400 USD, unless maybe you’re feeling extra generous at the bar. Most meals are covered, but sometimes we’ll dine out and it’s a good idea to have some cha-ching. Credit cards are usually accepted but if not, we’ll let you know beforehand. But for now, get on bringin home that bread.

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