Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi (Late October 8)
· Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) Late
· Overnight in Nairobi (Acacia Tree Lodge)
Day 2: Nairobi to Nanyuki & Equator Experience (Friday, October 9)
· Breakfast at Lodge
· Private transfer to Nanyuki, with scenic stops through coffee & tea farmland
-Visit the Nanyuki Equator Marker: group photos and water demonstration; Mindfulness Activity focusing on balance
· Lunch: Trout Tree restaurant
· Farmhouse Inn check-in and afternoon relaxation
· Group orientation and dinner at Inn
· Stargazing
· Overnight in Nanyuki at Farmhouse Inn
Day 3: Community & Women’s Initiatives (Saturday, October 10)
· Breakfast at Inn
· Morning visit to Nanyuki Spinners and Weavers: hands-on craft/beading workshop
- Creative Art Therapy: Express stories and emotions through art, guided reflection
· Lunch
· Afternoon: Local culture visit
· Lodge relaxation
· Dinner and group sharing
· Stargazing
· Overnight in Nanyuki at Farmhouse Inn
Day 4: Mount Kenya National Park Exploration: (Sunday, October 11 – International Day of the Girl Child)
· Breakfast at Inn
· Guided walk/hike at Mount Kenya foothills: wildlife and flora spotting
-Nature Journaling & Mindful Walking
· Picnic lunch in the Park
· Visit to Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy
· Evening wellness (yoga or meditation or journaling)
· Stargazing
· Overnight in Nanyuki at Farmhouse Inn
Day 5: Ol Pejeta Conservancy Safari (Monday, October 12)
· Early breakfast at Inn
· Full-day game drive (see “Big Five,” rare white rhinos, and chimpanzee sanctuary)
· Bush picnic lunch
· Return to lodge for relaxed evening
· Stargazing
· Overnight in Nanyuki at Farmhouse Inn
Day 6: Nature Adventure & Leisure (Tuesday, October 13)
· Breakfast at Inn
· Ngare Ndare Forest excursion: canopy walk, blue pools swim
- Gratitude Ceremony at Blue Pools: Group gratitude circle, mindful stretch
· Picnic lunch in nature
· Afternoon at leisure (market shopping/reflection/wellness workshop)
· Farewell dinner with music and/or storytelling (Narrative Therapy)
· Stargazing
· Overnight in Nanyuki at Farmhouse Inn
Day 7: Return to Nairobi (Wednesday, October 14)
· Breakfast at Inn
· Check-out and private transfer to Nairobi
· Check in at Acacia Tree Lodge, enjoy a light lunch
· Visit Giraffe Centre & Nature Sanctuary Walk
· Last night: evening reflection (sharing stories/affirmations/sharing goals)
· Overnight at Acacia Tree Lodge
Day 8: Last Day in Nairobi and Return Home (Thursday, October 15)
· Breakfast at lodge
· Last-minute shopping and city sightseeing
· Relax at lodge until airport transfer for evening flights home
What’s Included
· Accommodation (private rooms or double if preferred)
· All meals as noted
· Ground transportation (round trip Nairobi-Nanyuki-Nairobi)
· Park and activity entry fees
· Guided excursions, workshops, wellness activities
· Tips/Gratuities for staff and guides
· Accompaniment of a USA PhD level counselor and Kenyan driver/tour guide
· Trip of a lifetime!
What’s Not Included
· International flights to/from Nairobi (NBO)
· Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
· Personal expenses
· Alcoholic drinks
· Kenyan visa (approx. $51 USD as of 2024)
· Optional additional tips for guides/staff
Total on ground cost: $2800 USD (includes nonrefundable deposit of $500 due April 30, 2026)
Payment plans available- contact me for more information or to ask any other questions)
