6 Days Masai Mara Walking Safari (Loita Hills) – Budget & Shared Tour

🌄 6 Days Masai Mara Walking Safari (Loita Hills) – Budget & Shared Tour

Guaranteed departures – Minimum 2 People
Operator: Safe Ride Safaris – Kenya’s Trusted Local Safari Experts

🏞️ Introduction: Loita Hills Walking Safari

Journey deep into one of Kenya’s last true wilderness regions — the Loita Hills, a dramatic highland ridge rising to 8,000 ft and stretching into the northern Masai Mara ecosystem. This untouched region is known for its rolling hills, forested escarpments, open savanna plains and rich Maasai culture.

Unlike typical lodge-based safaris, this experience puts you on foot, guided by spear-carrying Maasai warriors who know every trail, waterhole and hidden viewpoint. Expect unmatched cultural immersion, scenic landscapes and wildlife encounters far from crowded tourist routes.

⭐ Safari Highlights

• ✔️ Authentic Maasai cultural immersion in remote villages (manyattas)

• ✔️ Walking across ancient Maasai grazing lands with expert tribal guides

• ✔️ Stunning scenery: Rift Valley views, forest canopies, savanna plains

• ✔️ Wildlife sightings: zebra, giraffe, bushbuck, hartebeest, gazelle, monkeys & more

• ✔️ Summit Loita Hills (Olpusimoru/Osupuko – 8,660 ft)

• ✔️ Visit natural hot springs at Maji Moto

• ✔️ Small group experience – perfect for adventure seekers

📅 6-Day Masai Mara Walking Safari – Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi → Maji Moto → Ndarara (Loita Hills)

Depart Nairobi and descend 2,000 ft into the Great Rift Valley — a region filled with volcanic formations and abundant wildlife. Continue through Narok for supplies before climbing into the forested Loita Hills near the Tanzania border.

Arrive at Maji Moto hot springs for a relaxing soak, followed by a visit to Ndarara Manyatta for lunch. Evening arrival at Ndarara Camp.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner • Accommodation: Ndarara Camp

Day 2: Ndarara → Letukunyi (5–6 hrs Walking)

A full day trek through open woodland, escarpment slopes and forest trails. Expect sightings of black-and-white colobus monkeys, colorful highland birds, and possibly bushbuck or leopard tracks near secret waterholes.

Meals & Overnight: Letukunyi Camp

Day 3: Letukunyi → Narosura → Morinjo

Start early to enjoy cool morning walking conditions. Trek across remote Maasai grazing lands, stopping in Narosura town to restock supplies. Continue to Morinjo Campsite, set in scenic wilderness.

Meals & Overnight: Morinjo Camp

Day 4: Morinjo → Osupuko Summit → Enkutoto

Ascend one of East Africa’s last remaining forest wilderness zones. Reach Osupuko (Loita Hills summit – 8,660 ft) for panoramic views stretching across the Rift Valley. Descend to Enkutoto Campsite, known for velvet monkeys and occasional sightings of eland, reedbuck and warthog.

Meals & Overnight: Enkutoto Camp

Day 5: Enkutoto → Njoroi (4–5 hrs Walking)

Leisurely walk along the highland ridge to Njoroi, offering some of the region’s best viewpoints. On clear days you can see Lake Magadi, Ngong Hills, Lake Natron and the Tanzania border.

Meals & Overnight: Njoroi Camp

Day 6: Njoroi → Nguruman → Nairobi

Descend the Nguruman Escarpment through small farms and villages, ending your trek in Nguruman town. Drive back to Nairobi via Lake Magadi and optionally visit the Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site.

Meals: Breakfast

💰 Pricing (Per Person)

(Budget / Tented Camps – Shared Tour)

Optional Upgrades: Private guide, lodge upgrades, transfer options, porters, extra nights, or customized extensions.

👉 [Contact Safe Ride Safaris for Best Price & Booking] 

🧭 What’s Included

• ✔️ Full-board meals during safari

• ✔️ All camping equipment

• ✔️ Professional English-speaking guide

• ✔️ Maasai walking guides (warriors)

• ✔️ Park / conservancy / camping fees

• ✔️ Drinking water

• ✔️ Transport from Nairobi & back

❌ Not Included

• Personal hiking gear

• Tips

• Alcoholic beverages

• Optional visits not listed

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is a Maasai walking safari safe?

Yes. All walks are led by trained Maasai warriors who know animal behavior and the terrain.

2. What fitness level is required?

Moderate fitness is recommended. Daily walks range from 4–6 hours on natural trails.

3. What wildlife can I expect to see?

Zebra, giraffe, gazelles, monkeys, colobus monkeys, baboons, and occasional antelope species.

4. How is this different from a Masai Mara game drive safari?

It’s a slow, immersive, cultural and nature-focused experience with minimal vehicles.

5. Can this safari be customized?

Yes. You can add Masai Mara, Amboseli, or Lake Nakuru extensions.

🌋 A. Trek Difficulty Level

Trek Difficulty: Moderate

• Daily walking: 4–6 hours

• Terrain: forest trails, hill slopes, open savanna

• Altitude: up to 8,660 ft at Osupuko Summit

• Anyone with moderate fitness can join

• Porters available on request

🎒 B. What to Pack for a Loita Hills Walking Safari

Clothing:

• Lightweight trekking pants

• Breathable T-shirts

• Warm fleece/hoodie for high-altitude evenings

• Lightweight rain jacket

• Good walking shoes or light hiking boots

Gear:

• Reusable water bottle

• Headlamp

• Small backpack

• Power bank

• Personal medication

Optional:

• Binoculars

• Travel towel

• Camera with extra battery

🛡️ C. Safety & Guide Credentials

• Guided by certified Maasai walking guides

• Emergency response protocols provided daily

• First-aid kit included

• Guides are trained in wildlife behavior & navigation

• Walking trails are planned based on weather and safety

🧭 D. Why Choose a Walking Safari Over a Game Drive?

• Closer wildlife encounters

• Zero vehicle noise → more natural experience

• Cultural immersion with Maasai guides

• Explore areas unreachable by vehicles

• Ideal for photographers and nature enthusiasts

🌍 E. Sustainable Tourism Commitment

Safe Ride Safaris supports:

• Local Maasai communities through direct employment

• Eco-friendly campsites with minimal footprint

• Use of local guides who preserve traditional knowledge

• Low-impact trekking principles

🛎️ F. Pre-Departure Support 

Before your safari, we provide:

• Full packing list

• Weather expectations

• Safety brief

• WhatsApp contact for 24/7 support

• Transportation details

🍽️ G. Meals & Dietary Options

• Daily meals prepared fresh by camp chef

• Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options available

• Breakfast includes fruits, cereals & hot drinks

• Packed lunches during long walks

• Hot dinners served buffet-style at camp

📡 H. Network & Connectivity Info

• Mobile network is intermittent

• Best connectivity: Narosura & Njoroi

• Offline maps recommended