Harboring a secret—or not so secret—desire to swap the briefcase for a nomadic safari life? You can do it, at least for a few days. Extraordinary Journeys is offering two immersive programs that let participants set aside cufflinks and sharpen their bushcraft alongside members of the Maasai community.
The six-night Warrior Awakening takes place in Kenya among the rolling hills of the Loita Naimina Enkiyio Forest, bordering the Maasai Mara and the Great Rift Valley. The longer nine-night Maasai Footsteps itinerary adds three nights in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and features extended cultural and wildlife experiences. Both journeys include several days with renowned Kenyan guide Alex Walker, enhancing wildlife interpretation and field skills.
Trips operate seasonally—available through June 30 and again from November 1–30—and are designed as all-inclusive safaris. Packages cover air and ground transport within Africa, all meals and beverages, superior accommodations, guided game drives in 4×4 vehicles, laundry service and park entrance fees. International flights to Africa and gratuities are not included.
Pricing is quoted per person, based on double occupancy. Rates start at $2,950 for the six-night Warrior Awakening and $6,800 for the nine-night Maasai Footsteps option. Both programs emphasize cultural exchange, active walking and trekking, and close-up wildlife viewing, making them well suited to travelers seeking a more hands-on safari experience.
Highlights include:
- Extended time with Maasai community members for cultural immersion and guided walks
- Walking and trekking opportunities in the Loita Hills and surrounding wilderness
- Game drives in 4×4 vehicles with experienced guides
- Three nights in the iconic Serengeti on the nine-night itinerary
- Carefully selected accommodations and included meals and beverages
These itineraries balance active days on foot with vehicle-based game drives, offering travelers both an intimate connection to landscape and people and excellent wildlife-viewing opportunities. If you’re looking to trade the boardroom for a few nights of authentic, wilderness-focused travel, these Maasai-centered safaris provide a focused, well-supported way to do it.
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