Desert Run Edition 1

Mara Nomads stickers will be available.

We meet at 4.30 am outside Supreme Court, depart at 5.00 am sharp on Thursday 6th March and proceed to Ngurunit.

Desert Run 1 🔥Overland Truck option: KES 28,550 per person (early bird 10% discount if paid by 7th Feb 2025). Covers: - Transport to and from Nairobi - 3 nights’ camping accommodation (tents and mattresses, 2-person sharing) - Ngurunit Rock Slides entry fees, Chalbi conservancy fees - Breakfast and dinner (lunch not included) - Drinking water with meals - Guide fees Excludes: Lunch and any personal extras. 🔥Self-drive option: KES 7,500 per person (early bird 10% discount if paid by 7th Feb 2025). Covers: - Guide fees - Security costs - Expedition organization - Campfire setup Excludes: - Transport, camping accommodation, conservancy/park fees, meals (we’ll collect fees separately and pay directly to our hosts and service providers). Camping fees typically range between KES 1,000–2,000 per person, per night.

🥳 Only at Camp Ndotto, but none for the other two campsites. The accommodation facilities at Camp Ndotto are limited in number and will be booked on a "first-come, first-served" basis. 🥳 Showers and toilets are available at campsite 1 (Camp Ndotto). 🥳No water, showers and toilets are available at campsite 2 (Chalbi Desert - we will be wild camping, so Self-drivers carry your water, food, camping equipment etc. Overland Truckers will be accommodated separately at a place with some basic facilities such as water, toilets, bathroms etc.). 🥳Campsite 3 has only very basic toilets and bathrooms, and water. We will be camping on the golden sands of a dry Laggaa. 🥳Self-drivers must be self-sufficient for this trip. Contact us for advice and assistance. 🥳Overland Truckers will be taken care of by us (transport to and from Nairobi, camping accommodation (tents and mattresses, 2-person sharing) and two meals per day will be provided to them (breakfast and dinner only)) 🥳Self-drivers who need tents for hire can contact us. Self-drivers interested in rooms at campsite 1 and Kalacha can also contact us.

Those wishing to camp can carry: ✅Camping Gear: Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camping chair ✅Cooking Gear: Cooking equipment and utensils (plate, cup, utensils), food and drinks ✅Hygiene: Toiletries, headlamp/flashlight, towels (camping and bath) ✅Camp Setup: Tarp or awning or portable gazebo (optional but highly recommended) More helpful packing lists, advice and recommendations will be shared in our exclusive Desert Run WhatsApp group where participants will be added after registration.

Contact us on how to pay.

Only 4x4s and (select and Nomad-approved AWD cars) are allowed. Only well-equipped and capable 4x4s driven by very skilled drivers will participate in the mud section. 2WD cars are ineligible because of the terrain.

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These will be shared in our exclusive Desert Run WhatsApp group where participants will be added after registration.

The following items are MANDATORY for each vehicle: ✅Communication: Baofeng bf-888s radios with a pre-determined channel for communication (mandatory) ✅Recovery Gear: Double cylinder portable air compressor, strong tow rope, two D-shackles (mandatory for mud offroaders) ✅Safety: 1kg fire extinguisher, first-aid kit (important) ✅Tools: Toolbox or bag with essential tools, appropriate car jack, wheel spanner, spare tire (important) ✅Tires: Mud-terrain or all-terrain tires (recommended for mud offroaders participants)

1. Vehicle Preparation: ✅ *Mandatory Items:* Ensure you have a strong tow rope & D-shackles, full-size spare tire, fire extinguisher, well-stocked first-aid kit, basic tool kit, Baofeng bf-888s Radio, and 2 x 20L fuel jerry cans. ✅ *4WD Maintenance:* Get your 4WD system serviced, inspected, and tested thoroughly before the trip. ✅ *Driver:* The driver must be sober, attentive, and experienced in off-road driving. ✅ *Maximum Vehicle Prep*: Have your cooling systems, gearbox, brakes, and engine checked, repaired, and tested well in advance. ✅ *Spare Parts:* Pack essential spare parts like belts, hoses, radiator caps, filters, and fuses. 2. Supplies: ✅ *Water (Days 2 & 3):* Bring enough water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning, as there will be limited availability at campsites. ✅ *Shovel/Spade:* Pack a shovel for sanitation purposes during wild camping on Day 2. ✅ *Sun Protection:* Bring an awning or portable gazebo for shade. ✅ *Shower:* Portable shower tent (optional) - you can use wet wipes or shower at Campsite 3. A shared portable shower tent will be provided. 3. Additional Notes: ✅ Pack extra fuel in jerry cans (one or two 20L jerry cans)

Our Cancellation Policy: Overland Truck: - Over 30 days before the departure date -> Full refund - | 30 days before the departure date -> 50% refund of the full payment - | Within 14 days of the departure date - >No refund applicable - | Failure to depart on the scheduled group tour - > No refund provided - | Departing during the ongoing group tour -> No refund applicable Your understanding and adherence to these terms are greatly appreciated.

PLEASE NOTE: ✅ Our itineraries are to be used as a guide only. They may vary from day to day depending on road and weather conditions, political situations and The Mara Nomads’ decisions. ✅ All prices, charges, costs, and fees mentioned to participants may change, and The Mara Nomads has no control over them. ✅ Time shall be of the essence in this trip due to the remoteness of the destinations and safety, also to give us ample time to deal with any emergency and to be able to arrive on time at our stopovers. Any late person shall be left behind. ✅ The Mara Nomads terms and conditions [here: https://www.maranomads.com/terms-of-service] shall apply, as well as our privacy policy. ✅ Please ensure you’ve gone through all the information we have provided here and on the exclusive Desert Run I WhatsApp group. ✅ 🚨Please note that our Terms and Conditions, and Cancellation and Refund Policy apply. See FAQ above, and https://www.maranomads.com/terms-of-service.