Date; 4^TH & 5^TH March

Nature of escapade– Tour and Hike, Overnight Trip.

Escape Brief on Mt Ololokwe –Samburu.

Samburuland is here, Mt Ololokwe whose beauty in a distance you cannot fail to spot as you take the stretch from Archers-post on the highway, its calling for you, and it’s ready for you. (Get your Camera Ready for the once in a lifetime magical views)

But, beauty can be deceiving yeah? Yes it can be, A steep rocky Elephant trail awaits for you at 4am in the morning the next day as you meander through the shrubs filled with elephant poop with your spotlights being your only source of light with a target of being on the first summit by 6am in the morning so as to catchup with the captivating view of the beautiful and mesmerizing morning sun, rising from the Mountains. 

You haven’t seen it all yet, the journey continues up ahead for another 1-2 hours, where you’ll now be heading for the peak, through scattered rocky vegetation’s you’ll come across seasonal streams with pastoralism activities evident from the cow-dungs that fill the trail.  At some point it becomes foggy though not a challenge in visibility, yours focus? The peak.

A flat rocky surface up ahead ushers you the view of the beautiful valley beneath the mountain, leaving you breathless and in awe with a meandering Isiolo – Marsabit highway giving you an amazing Breathtaking View from up above. Your camera comes in handy at this stage, and you just don’t want to miss on this moment, this is just not a hike it’s a moment that creates memories to cherish forever.

• Distance: 13.6km
• Duration: 5-7 hours
• Difficulty: moderate,
• Child-friendly: Fit hikers 13yrs and above:

CHARGES:

Citizen/Resident: 9999ksh

Non-Residents adults: 250usd

COST INCLUDES

• Round transport in overland truck
• Park fees at Buffalo springs
• Guide services
• Accommodation in tents at Sabache Camp(You can carry your own Sleeping Bag)
• Meals (Dinner day 1, Breakfast day 2, Lunch day 2)
• Light snacks
• Night bonfire
• Professional photography
• Refill water
• Glucose

𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐃

• Anything not mentioned

WHAT TO CARRY

• National ID card/Passport
• Spirit of Adventure
• Packed Lunch/Snack for Day 1
• Your camera.
• Personal medication if any
• Binoculars(not a must)
• Power bank (optional)
• Sunscreen
• Spirit of Adventure

DRESS CODE-

• For long distance travel wear something youre comfortable with
• For hike – Tights /cargo pants / hiking outfits, or something comfortable you would normally use for workouts but must be warm enough to protect you from morning cold,
• Comfortable hiking shoes, (Tip, always wear a size bigger or half bigger than what you usually wear to the gym)
• Hat/cap/ sunglasses for sun protection
• Warm clothes for change after hiking
• Hiking poles(optional)

ESCAPE ITINERARY

• Escape point: International house front car park
• 0630hrs: Meet up at International House front Parking
• 0700hrs: Departure
• 1500hrs: Buffalo springs Game drive
• 1800hrs: arrive at Sabache Camp

Note: expect a number of Breaks on the way for Bathroom And photo sessions and

PAYMENT DETAILS

• Use Till number 8087532 Escape with us now.
• Make a deposit of 4000ksh or all the amount to reserve your slot, clear the balance on 5 days to travel date.

PREPPING FOR YOUR HIKE

• Keep yourself active by walking, running, cycling, swimming or any other suitable cardio exercise at least 7 days before the hike.
• Check through and confirm your gear at least 2-3 days to hike
• Increase your water intake 48hrs to the hike day
• Up your carbs intake 48hrs to hike, this helps to increase energy reserves.
• If working out/exercising heavy, Go light at least 24-48hrs to hike day to allow yourself recovery and enough rest time.
• Get enough sleep the night before the hike. 
• Check the size of your toe nails, if long, you know what to do.
• Purpose to have your morning meal/ breakfast 2-3hrs before the hike kick-off.
• Park your luggage before you go to bed to avoid rushed packing in the morning.
• Make sure your phone is fully charged
• Pack your personal medication if any in advance especially if your hike is very early in the morning.