New! Immersion in Kenya: Wildlife Safari in Amboseli & Masai Mara
Find the Adventure That’s Right for You
Our Activity Level rating system ranks adventures on a scale of 1 (easiest) to 5 (most difficult) to help you determine if a trip is right for you. See the descriptions below for more information about the physical requirements associated with each rating, and see our itineraries for much more detailed physical activity information about each trip.
Activity Level 1:
Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 25 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 1-2 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last at least 1-2 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 2:
Moderately Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 40 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 2-3 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for at least 2-3 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 3:
Moderate
Travelers should be able to climb 60 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 3 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 3 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet.
Activity Level 4:
Moderately Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 80 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 4 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 7,000 to 9,000 feet. Expect three or more one-night stays in some locations, and very limited free time for rest or independent exploration.
Activity Level 5:
Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 100 or more stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 8 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 10,000 feet or more.
The Norfolk Hotel is a landmark historic hotel set amidst tropical gardens near Nairobi's city center. Amenities include indoor and outdoor restaurants, bar, heated outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, sauna, and spa. There are 175 air-conditioned rooms, each with satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet, and private bath with hair dryer.
Kilima Safari Lodge is a safari retreat spread out over 420 acres located next to the Kimana Gate Entrance to Amboseli National Park. Amenities include a restaurant, bar, firepit, and swimming pool. There are 72 air-conditioned permanent tented rooms with four-poster beds, mosquito netting, safe, and private bath with hair dryer.
Fig Tree Camp is situated in a forested grove along a bend in the Talek River in the heart of Masai Mara. Amenities include indoor and outdoor dining areas, two bars, an outdoor swimming pool, and a treehouse coffee deck. There are 48 spacious tented rooms with furnished porches and private bath.
