Wisdom in the Wild
June 24 & 25
Nairobi
Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be greeted and escorted to your hotel. Participants are encouraged to arrive on June 24th, with check-in available from noon onward. These two days provide the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy the hotel’s amenities, and adjust to the local timezone. Use this time to rest and recharge before we begin our transformative journey together.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Nairobi
Day 1: June 26
Nairobi to Amboseli
Morning:
After breakfast, we’ll meet in the hotel lobby for a short briefing before heading to Amboseli National Park. Amboseli is renowned for its up-close views of wildlife and the spectacular backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest freestanding mountain in the world.
Afternoon:
Arrive at the lodge for lunch, check in, and enjoy the amenities before a 4:00 PM game drive to Amboseli National Park – home to elephants, buffaloes, lions, cheetahs, impalas, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes.
Evening:
As the sun sets over the plains, return to the lodge for dinner and your first overnight stay in the wild.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 2: June 27
Amboseli to Tsavo West
Morning:
Enjoy an early breakfast before checking out of the lodge at 7:00 AM. We’ll start the day with a morning game drive as we exit Amboseli, then head to Tsavo West National Park, known as the "home of the leopards."
Afternoon:
Arrive at the lodge for lunch, check in, and enjoy the amenities. Later, we’ll embark on an afternoon game drive, including a visit to Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear waters are home to hippos and crocodiles.
Evening:
Return to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Accommodation: Severin Safari Camp
Day 3: June 28
Tsavo West to Mombasa
Morning:
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final game drive through Tsavo West.
Afternoon:
We’ll begin our journey to Mombasa, arriving at the hotel in time for lunch.
Evening:
Relax and enjoy the hotel’s amenities. After dinner, we’ll reconvene to chat about the upcoming community experience.
Accommodation: Voyager Beach Resort
Day 4: June 29
Mombasa to Community
Morning:
After breakfast, we’ll depart Mombasa and travel to the community. Enjoy the scenic drive as anticipation builds for the days ahead.
Afternoon:
Stop for lunch before arriving at the village, where a traditional welcome ceremony awaits.
Evening:
Settle into your safari tent and enjoy a delicious dinner our caterer prepares. Take in the view of the stars without light pollution.
Accommodation: Community
Day 5 & 6: June 30 & July 1
Community
Morning:
After breakfast, join local community members for development projects, including supporting education, creating school supplies, or building leadership capacity.
Afternoon:
Break for lunch, followed by cultural exchanges such as dancing with children or learning from village elders.
Evening:
Return to camp for dinner and group activities.
Accommodation: Community
Day 7: July 2
Community to Watamu
Morning:
After breakfast, bid farewell to the community and head to Watamu for the last leg of the journey.
Afternoon:
Settle into your private room and enjoy the tranquil surroundings or explore the resort’s activities.
Evening:
Watch the sunset followed by a peaceful evening under the stars.
Accommodation: Luxury Resort
Day 8 & 9: July 3 & 4
Watamu
Morning:
Wake up to the song of African birds and enjoy coffee on your veranda.
Afternoon:
Take time to relax by the water, visit the spa, and join group activities.
Evening:
Enjoy quiet evenings reflecting on your journey while watching the sunset.
Accommodation: Luxury Resort
Day 10: July 5
Watamu to Mombasa
Morning:
After a final breakfast at the resort, check out and travel back to Mombasa, where you can stay at a hotel or be dropped off at the Mombasa airport for your onward journey.
