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Walking Wild, Lewa Downs | Timbuktu Travel
Lewa Downs

Walking Wild

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About Walking Wild

Explore some of Kenya’s best wildlife-viewing habitats, on foot
Take a walking safari into the magical Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and two Masai Community Conservation areas, Il Ngwesi and Lekurruki. These wildernesses cover some of the most stunning landscapes in Africa, places where the Big Five roam, plus specials such as reticulated giraffe, cheetah and Grevy's zebra. Led by Kenya's top professional guides, this five-day walk (you could go on for 15 days!) begins in Lewa, continues through Il Ngwesi and ends at Lekurruki, with all five star-studded nights spent in fly camps. Camels accompany this safari – and you can even hitch a ride where the terrain allows.
Lewa Downs , Kenya
From $1.1K per person/per night
Safari
4 Rooms
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The property

The fly camps consists of domed sleeping tents with PVC floors. Ablutions are two loos and two showers, with water sprinkling down from a canvas bucket. There is no dining tent, so meals are served out in the open (who doesn't enjoy a bush banquet?). Don't worry though – there is a tarpaulin in case of rain.

The rooms

The tents are more than adequate for a comfortable night's sleep in the bush. Each is three metres wide by three metres long and 3.5 metres tall, so you're cocooned in roomy style. They're insect- and reptile-proof and have a flysheet in case of rain. Bedding is a bedroll on the ground with cosy sheets and blankets.

Activities

Learn the art of bush tracking with expert guides, meet local Masai tribesmen and walk in their footsteps, immersing yourself in their ancient nomadic culture. Masai morani (warriors) will join the group to give insight into traditional customs. Walking is done in the mornings, when the air is cool and the sounds of the bush are crisp and clear. You'll rest during the midday heat, then explore the areas around the camp and finish off with wonderful sundowners.
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How to book Walking Wild

How do I book Walking Wild?

Walking Wild can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Kenya trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Kenya trips featuring Walking Wild or get advice and suggestions from one of our Kenya specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Walking Wild?

Stays at Walking Wild start from around $1.1K per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Walking Wild

Kenya

Lewa Downs

The original wildlife sanctuary home to pioneering conservation projects and top-notch game viewing.