Join us on an incredible adventure in Kenya and let us show you a different side of Africa, not the Africa you see in the media but the adventurous, beautiful, wild and real Africa I know and love.
Kenya is an incredible country to discover with beautiful landscapes, friendly people, world class safari and some of the most beautiful beaches you’ve ever laid eyes on!
Rock My Adventure is a small group Africa tour company for solo travellers, groups of friends and couples alike and for those who want to pack a lot into their limited (and precious) time.
The tours are culturally immersive trips created by me to show you a rounded portrayal of the countries we visit and leave you with a new group of like-minded friends and beautiful memories that will last a lifetime.
I work with the best local operators to provide you with the highly personalised African adventure you’ve always dreamed of but without the hassle of planning it all yourself!
Rock My Adventures aren’t typical ”˜tours’. They’re fun, laid-back group trips, with an awesome, action-packed itinerary, but with some free time to explore and do your own thing and a group of friends built in ”“ the best of both worlds!
Read more about Rock My Adventure here or take a look at our FAQ’s page to see what we’re all about!
Essential Info
- Duration: 15 Nights
- Start: Nairobi (nearest airport – Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport)
- Finish:Â Mombasa (nearest airport – Moi International Airport)
- Maximum Group Size: 8 people (7 participants plus 1 group leader)
- Minimum Age: 18
- Cost: £1,795 + $950 (local payment, paid on arrival)
- Deposit: £200 (non-refundable, included in total cost above)
* The local payment is a portion of your overall tour cost paid on arrival to your tour leader in UD Dollars. This includes the on tour expenses that we cannot pay prior to arrival, such as national park entry fees, food, local transport and some activities.
Dates Available
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19 August – 3 September 2019
You can find full Terms & Conditions here.
Week 1 Highlights
- Search for the ‘Big 5’ on our Masai Mara safari which includes 3 nights in my favourite Masai Mara safari camp and 1 night of bush camping in the wild – don’t worry, our Maasai warrior guides will protect us!
- See the Great Wildebeest Migration – one of the greatest shows on earth!
- Meet my Maasai friends and learn about their unique way of life as we spend a day at their village.
- Enjoy dinner and party in the township near to the Masai Mara, something most tourists will never experience.
- Kiss a giraffe at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre.
- Visit the baby rescue elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
- Explore exciting Nairobi as we take you to all of my favourite spots – local markets, cool restaurants and bars, awesome shops and I’ll take you to see some great live music too.
- Look for herds of elephants as we pass through Tsavo National Park on the Nairobi to Mombasa train.
Week 2 Highlights
- Relax on the beautiful beaches of Kilifi and Diani on the stunning Swahili coast.
- Go stand up paddle boarding and look for dolphins in Watamu.
- Go sailing on a traditional dhow and snorkelling to see the incredible marine life in Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park.
- Explore vibrant Mombasa, Africa’s largest coastal city on a guided walking tour.
- Enjoy lunch at a restaurant with a stunning view over Shimba Hills.
- Take a wander through one of the prettiest villages in Kenya, followed by hordes of adorable children.
- Enjoy a local home cooked dinner overlooking stunning Kilifi Creek.
- Chill out at Distant Relatives, one of Kenya’s most amazing eco-lodges.
- Party the night away to the coolest African music at the awesome beach bars of Kilifi and Diani.
”œI had the best time ever on the trip & it was so much fun traveling with you! It was everything I had hoped for and more! It 100% met my expectations. I love the fact that your trips are more unique than a normal tour operator. I enjoyed being taken out of my comfort zone in some places and seeing some really different sides of Kenya. I enjoyed the fact that we were made to feel so at home everywhere we went and I’m sure that was helped by the fact you’ve obviously created a lot of meaningful friendships in the country during your time travelling there. It felt like we got a more unique experience than you would get with usual tour operator. I think you make a fantastic guide and your passion for the country definitely shows and adds to the experience.” (Sarah, UK – Rock My Kenya Adventure 2017)
Kenya Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your accommodation for the night. Relax and get to know your fellow travellers during a welcome meal and a beer or two at our lovely campsite! Your Rock My Kenya Adventure starts here. Karibu Kenya!
* Â If you have the time and can arrive earlier, I can organise any other activities you wish to do. Additional accommodation and activities charged separately.
Meals Included:Â Dinner
Day 2: Nairobi
We’ll spend our first full day easing into life in Kenya and getting on Nairobi time.
In the morning, we’ll take a visit to see the baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and you’ll have the chance to kiss a giraffe at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre (don’t worry, their spit is anti-septic).
Then in the afternoon we’ll have some free time to do a bit of shopping at the local Maasai market and relax by the pool before we head off into the Masai Mara for a few days on safari.
In the evening we’ll go for dinner at one of Nairobi’s best restaurants, Carnivore (vegetarian options available).
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara
We’ll depart from Nairobi and head towards the world famous Masai Mara for our safari. On the way we’ll take in the views of the magnificent Great Rift Valley and stop for lunch in the town of Narok, before heading to our lovely camp just a few kilometres outside the Masai Mara gate.
In the evening, we’ll relax around the campfire and under the stars at our campsite.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Masai Mara
On day 4 we’ll jump in our safari vehicle and spend a full day looking for the Big 5.
At lunch we’ll picnic in the wild under the shade of an acacia tree.
That evening, we’ll spend the night in our very own, self-made bush camp inside the Masai Mara, listening to hyenas cackle, elephants trumpets and lions roar as we drift off to sleep. That’s right, we’re totally in the wild.
But don’t worry, our Maasai warrior guides will protect us!
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5:Â Masai Mara
Today we’re back in the safari vehicle to spot more of the wildlife.
So you have a great chance of spotting the ‘Big Five’ – lion, elephant, buffalo and the elusive black rhino and leopard.
In the evening we’ll head back to the main camp to wash off the safari dust and enjoy an amazing bbq dinner of nyama choma and other traditional Kenyan dishes.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6:Â Masai Mara
Early in the morning, those who want to can take an optional hot air ballon ride (additional cost) over the Masai Mara. This is a wonderful chance to see the epic landscape from the air and you may even see a few animals too!
It’s followed by a champagne breakfast by the Mara River.
When the ballooners return, we’ll spend the day with Maasai friends, going on a guided walk, visiting the local school (term time only), playing with the children and having lunch in the village. This is always a super fun day and one that you’ll never forget.
That evening we’ll go out for dinner and some drinks in one of the restaurant/bars in the nearby township of Sekenani. You won’t find any other tourists here!
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7:Â Nairobi
Following a leisurely breakfast and a whole host of sad goodbyes as we leave the Mara (believe me, EVERYONE loves it here), we willmake our way back to Nairobi, again passing over the incredible Great Rift Valley as we go. Â
In the evening, there will be some free time and those who want to can head out to some of the cool bars/restaurants in town.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast
Day 8:Â Nairobi
We’ll spend today exploring Nairobi and we’ll take you to a few of my favourite spots in the city!
We want to show you the ”˜other’ sides of Nairobi, the real Nairobi that most tourists miss!
In the evening we’ll try some of the best Ethiopian food outside of Ethiopia and those who want to can sample the Nairobi nightlife.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Mombasa
Early in the morning we’ll board the brand new Nairobi to Mombasa train.
The new train is a great experience, super comfortable and last time I took the train we played spot the elephants as we passed through Tsavo National Park. we saw 13 different herds!
Arriving in Mombasa, we’ll have a free evening for you to relax after the long journey.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast
Day 10: Mombasa
We’ll explore the city on a walking tour. We’ll visit a number of the major attractions in the city, including the Mombasa arches, the old town and markets and Fort Jesus.
There will be free time in the afternoon so that those who want to can do a little bit of shopping and those who don’t can lay by the pool topping up their tan!
In the evening we’ll go out for a delicious dinner at a top Mombasa restaurant and afterwards, you can take in some of the famous Mombasa nightlife.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
Day 11: Kilifi
Today we’ll make our way to the cool and laid-back town of Kilifi where we will spend the next two nights.
There will be free time to relax in the middle of the day, then in the afternoon, we’ll take a walk through a beautiful village which is home to the Giriama people (usually followed by a bunch of super cute kids), where we’ll have dinner and sunset drinks at my friend Saidi’s house overlooking stunning Kilifi Creek.
We’ll be staying right near the beach, and if you venture down there in the evening, you might be lucky to see some of the bioluminescence in the water. A truly magical experience!
Kilifi also has some great bars, so if nightlife is your thing, you’re all set.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12: Kilifi
Today is a free day to take part in one of the many activities in and around Kilifi.
This could include kite surfing, whale watching, SUP, cooking classes, snorkelling trips, Bofa Beach, Vuma Cliffs, Gedi Ruins, local markets, taking motorbikes around the town or venturing to the nearby towns of Malindi or Watamu.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast
Day 13:Â Diani Beach
Today we’ll make our way towards the white sands of Diani Beach, right on the Indian Ocean.
On the way we’ll stop for lunch at an incredible spot with stunning views over Shimba Hills.
We’ll have a chilled out evening tonight as we’re up early tomorrow for a full day of fun!
At 7pm each evening, you have the chance to feed the bush babies that live in the trees at our accommodation.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch
Day 14: Diani Beach
We’re up early today to head towards Shimoni for a snorkelling (or diving at an additional cost) and dolphin spotting trip to Wasini Island and Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park, close to the Tanzanian border.
Our traditional dhow takes us into the marine park where we have the chance to spot a whole host of marine life at the coral reef. We’ll snorkel in two different place and there’s a good chance we’ll see grouper, octopus, stingwrays, starfish and parrot fish!
We’ll have a delicious Swahili lunch on Wasini Island (with 2 alcoholic drinks and all soft drinks included throughout the day) and get a chance to explore a little bit of the island.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch
Day 15:Â Diani Beach
Our last day in Diani is a free day to hang out at the pool, take a camel ride down the beach, shop for souvenirs in the local market or if you’re feeling active, try your hand at one of the many activities on offer.
Some people like to go sky diving at Diani beach, as it’s one of the most beautiful places on the planet to do it, overlooking the entire Swahili Coast and the landing spot is right on the beach!
In the evening we’ll go out for a delicious goodbye dinner at a top Diani Beach restaurant and afterwards, you can sample the local nightlife (just try not to have too much fun and miss your plane the next day)!
Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16: Departure Day
Today is always a sad day as we say goodbye to our new friends (there’s usually a few tears, I will warn you), but the memories and shared experiences will last a lifetime!
I can arrange the transfer to Mombasa Airport or you can continue your Africa travels from there.
Meals Included:Â Breakfast
What’s Included
- Meals: 15 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 10 dinners (some of these are activities in themselves)!
- Accommodation:Â 15 nights accommodation in good quality safari camps, hostels, hotels and guesthouses. Includes 1 night bush camping in the Masai Mara in tents.
- Transport: All transport within Kenya to and from included excursions and between the main destinations on the tour (includes ”“ taxi, safari vehicle, boat & mini bus).
- Activities:Â
- 2 day Masai Mara safari
- Day with the Maasai tribe
- Visiting the baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
- Visiting the giraffes at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre
- Dinner at 2 of Nairobi’s best restaurants
- Nairobi city tour
- Dinner and party night in the Sekenani township in the Masai Mara
- The Nairobi to Mombasa train
- Mombasa walking tour
- Dinner at a top Mombasa restaurant
- Kilifi village tour and local dinner
- Sailing, snorkelling and dolphin spotting trip on a traditional dhow
- Goodbye dinner at a top Diani Beach restaurant
What’s Not Included
- Flights.
- Airport transfers – however I can arrange these for you.
- Kenya visa.
- Medications, antimalarials or vaccinations.
- Travel/health insurance.
- Drinks & meals not mentioned.
- Optional activities.
- Transport for optional activities.
- Tips for local guides.
Please bear in mind that the itinerary is subject to minor changes. But whatever happens, I’ll endeavour to make sure you have an amazing trip!!
You can find full Terms & Conditions here.
Here’s what you can expect on a Rock My Adventure tour…
Testimonials
Wondering what it’s like to come on the Rock My Kenya Adventure trip? Here’s what others have to say!
Rock My Kenya Adventure 2018
”œThis tour was amazing! I have always wanted to travel to Africa but I never had enough time to take months at a time off. I also did not find the overland trips where you are in a large group of 20 or more people camping every night very appealing and none of the small group trips were ones that I could afford. When I stumbled upon Helen’s blog and learned about her tours I honestly thought it was too good to be true. For me this tour was great and I cannot think of any suggestions on how to make it better. It was what I hoped for and more. Any questions I had before the trip were answered or provided in the pre-departure packet. I am really impressed with the activities and the guides that were picked out. Everything/everywhere we stayed at or did felt like it helped or employed people of the local communities. I felt the money that I spent on this trip when to local people or organizations or farmers and not to large corporations or tourist trap businesses. That aspect was really important to me and I really enjoyed the small activities like going to a local bar while we stayed in the Mara. Our tour guide Jessi was a badass and super fun. She was great at adapting to changes or changing something on our itinerary if it was better for the group. She was also a great resource for seeing and understanding how solo travel to other countries is done. I learned a lot from her and my wallet could not have survived the aggressive city markets without her! She was so patient with our group and I really do hope our paths cross again someday! I absolutely loved the safari and our guide and driver the best but there were so many other activities throughout the tour that I never thought about doing and loved them also! Helen has a great network of local guides and drivers and many of the camps or eco lodges we stayed in also have projects with the local communities. I loved seeing that the money that I paid for this trip was going directly to local communities and establishments. As a wildlife biologist the most impressive thing for me to see was how respectful our driver and our guide were to the wildlife while we were on safari. We were able to get close to many amazing animals but throughout the entire time they never got too close to the animals or put them or us in danger so that one of us could get a better picture as I’ve seen other companies do for their tourists. They had upmost respect for the wildlife around us and I greatly enjoyed watching these animals roaming free in their natural habitats. I have already recommended this tour to many of my coworkers and friends and would love to go on another one of these tours myself someday! ” (Jessica, USA)
”œSo awesome. All I can say is thank you, from the very depth of my heart. Helen, you are a pro. Really, great attitude, great organization and you handle people very well. And it all comes naturally :-). Jessi is great too. I really love her attitude. A LOT of traveling is about having the right attitude and she is a natural. I miss you two already!! No adventure in life is the same. That’s what makes it an adventure! I loved the relationships I built with my fellow backpackers, and the experiences we shared together!” (Kurt, Canada)
”œI wanted to see as much of Kenya in the time given ”“ which I feel I did. I liked the variety but also liked that there was no pressure to not take part if you didn’t fancy something or just wanted to chill for a bit. Jessi (and Helen) were great. Always made sure everyone was ok. Went out there way to ensure everyone had what they needed. Super patient, kind and good fun. Two great weeks with great people on the Rock My Kenya Adventure tour. I loved the variety of places we went to, the people we met throughout the tour, the activities we did from climbing a hill with Masai guides, seeing so many different animals on safari, learning some Swahili, getting to the see real side of towns and cities we went to not just touristy areas, and the beautiful Diani beach. Our guides Helen and Jessi were great fun, looked after everyone very well and even helped with advice regarding onward travel and accommodations.” (Liz, UK)
”œThis was my first trip to Africa. What away to explore Kenya, a really good mixture of sight seeing, and immersing into Kenyan life. From eating a meal at Carnivore to partying in a township in the Maasai Mara where there was no other tourists with well informed guides and a fun packed itinerary. This is a trip not one to miss. I loved it and would definately book another tour. I found Jessi to be fun, informative, knowledgeable and organised. I think you would be hard pushed to make this tour any better. I still don’t know how you did this on this budget.” (Emily, UK)
Rock My Kenya Adventure ”“ 2017
”œI had the best time ever on the trip & it was so much fun traveling with you! It was everything I had hoped for and more! It 100% met my expectations. I love the fact that your trips are more unique than a normal tour operator. I enjoyed being taken out of my comfort zone in some places and seeing some really different sides of Kenya. I enjoyed the fact that we were made to feel so at home everywhere we went and I’m sure that was helped by the fact you’ve obviously created a lot of meaningful friendships in the country during your time travelling there. It felt like we got a more unique experience than you would get with usual tour operator. I think you make a fantastic guide and your passion for the country definitely shows and adds to the experience.” (Sarah, UK)
”œThank you for one of the best two weeks of my life. By far the most incredible holiday I’ve ever been on. It was run so brilliantly by you and honestly, I had so much fun. I won’t forget some of our hilarious nights out.” (Allanagh, UK)
”œThis is the best thing I could have done for myself to boost my confidence. It was honestly the best thing I have ever done in my life, bar none. I have made genuine friends that I’m already planning to meet with again. Take me with you everywhere you go”¦..everywhere! Thank you so much for doing the job you do, I can’t explain how amazing this trip was.” (Kayleigh, UK)
Rock My Kenya Adventure ”“ 2016
”œEverything was amazing! I learned so many things!” (Oana, Switzerland)
”œIt was an amazing trip from start to end. I loved every moment and made friends for life.” (Debbie, UK)
”œAfrica is not always the easiest place to travel around, and after 3 months of backpacking I was all ready to give my brain a break from travel planning, so it was definitely a relief to have Helen come in and manage all that! I like her tour because it fit me ”“ it was a small group tour, just 8 of us which is a nice number to make new friends and get to know everyone yet have our own thing, and it was a good mix of fancier stuff and indie backpacking. You just might see us on the next tours because we are all game for round 2 with Helen! Definitely a 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!”œÂ (Jac, Singapore)
”œI’ve a lot to thank my African adventure for, it truely did help me find myself and has given me the confidence to just go see the world. I never wanted to leave!!! You’ll have the most amazing experience!!!” (Karen, UK)
”œIt was a great introduction into Africa travel, before I set out solo travelling. Also as I traveled solo and shared experiences in Kenya with people I was meeting, I sounded like a seasoned solo traveler thanks to you. I did not know what to expect but I think I understand Kenya pretty well now. I think you were able to portray and pass on your infectious love of Kenya to us all and I am forever grateful! Asante!” (Christina, USA)
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