Elephant around in Kenya

work with elephants in kenya - project details:

Spend 14 unforgettable days exploring Africa, including visits to Mombasa, Mukurumuji, Diani Beach and Tsavo East National Park. Plus spend 4 days volunteering at the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary!

14 days from $1710*

Day 1, MOMBASA: Arrive Mombasa and transfer to the pretty beach of Bamburi. Tonight we stay in a hotel near the beach surrounded by coconut palms and tropical flower trees.

Day 2, MOMBASA – MUKURUMUJI: Transfer to Mukurumuji camp situated within the Sable Valley. Enjoy a guided bush walk, learning how to identify wildlife tracks and the local fauna. If we are lucky we may even see elephant and buffalo roaming in the hills. (BLD)

Day 3, MUKURUMUJI: A free day to relax in this tranquil camp and enjoy the magnificent views of the rainforest. We explore the local village and there is the opportunity to take part in a river walk. (BLD)

Day 4, MUKURUMUJI - MWALUGANJE ELEPHANT SANCTUARY: Transfer to Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary which boasts the highest density of elephants in Africa. No other place can offer as much chance to see elephants this close up in the wild! Spend the next 5 nights camping in the sanctuary. (BLD)

Days 5-8, VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: Four rewarding days volunteering in the sanctuary. We learn about elephant behaviour and the threats facing these amazing animals as we participate in daily tasks, as well as enjoying game drives in the sanctuary. (BLD)

Days 9-10, DIANI BEACH COASTAL CAMP: Enjoy the white sands and warm waters at Diani Beach alongside the resident colobus monkeys and baboons. There are plenty of options to choose from - visit the local Maasai village, join a sea safari, search for dolphins & whale sharks, or take part in the various watersport activities on offer. Plus miles of gorgeous beach for those who prefer to relax in the sun! (B)

Day 11-12, TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK – TAITA RANCH: We enjoy game drives in Tsavo East National Park, one of the largest national parks in Kenya, home to some of the largest herds in Kenya. Game includes elephant, lion, leopard, crocodile, waterbuck, kudu, gerenuk and zebra. We stay in Satao Rock Camp situated in Taita Ranch, overlooking a small waterhole where there are opportunities to see elephant, cheetah, lion, leopard, impala, warthog, buffalo, lesser kudu, baboons and vervet monkeys. (BLD)

Day 13, SATAO ROCK/TAITA RANCH - MOMBASA: Early morning game drive in Taita Ranch before transferring to Mombasa (B)

Day 14, MOMBASA: Tour ends after breakfast. (B)

 

Tour includes:

4 day volunteer program at the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary

Day and night game drives / safaris, animal spotting, bush walking

All accommodation (9 nights camping in classic safari-style tented units, 2 nights hotel, 2 nights beach)

Meals as above (B,L,D)

All transport: Fully equipped safari vehicle, minivan or bus

Imaginative Traveller tour leader, services of local guides within National Parks & Elephant Sanctuary

 

For more information or to apply for this program, contact your nearest STA Travel branch or call us on 134 STA!

*plus local payment of US$270 and a donation of $385