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.

Good quality camping gear (sleeping bags etc.) can be purchased cheaply from the: ✅Carrefour, ✅www.decathlon.co.ke; ✅Jiji - https://jiji.co.ke/ (for Jiji, exercise caution – pay only after delivery and confirmation that the goods are in good shape and genuine) amongst others.

🚨 Early bird special: KES 6,750.00 if you register and pay in full or half before 7th February 2025 (and yes, that's a 10% discount! 🐦). After 7th February 2025, it’s KES 7,500.00. This fee covers: ✅ Guide fees ✅ Security costs ✅ Expedition organization ✅ Campfire setup Excludes: ✅ Camping fees for 3 nights ✅ Local conservancy fees at Chalbi and Merille ✅ Rock Slides fee ✅ Meals ✅ Transportation or fuel Lunch and any personal extras.

✅ 1 pair of closed shoes, 1 pair of open shoes and sandals ✅ Hoodie and sweatpants because of chilly evening and morning of Maralal. ✅ Caps and sun hats for the sun during daytime. ✅ Maasai Shuka or other thick shawl for chilling around the campfire.

Registration Deadline: 7th February 2025 Payment Deadline: 25th October 2024

Safaricom Lipa Na Mpesa Option Buy Goods Till Number: 864599 (Mara Nomads)

✅ February 7th, 2025 — Registration Deadline ✅ February 21st, 2025 — Payment Deadline ✅ November 8th, 2024 0430hrs — Assemble at International Life House, City Hall Way, (https://goo.gl/maps/Tw35N4FDZPe6Fq5n9), Nairobi. ✅ March 6th, 2025 0500hrs — Departure to the North ✅ March 7th, 2025 0730hrs — Depart Ngurunit for Chalbi Desert and Desert Run ✅ March 8th, 2025 0730hrs — Departure to the Merille ✅ March 9th, 2025 0800hrs— Departure back to Nairobi

Nairobi - Nanyuki - Isiolo -Laisamis - Ngurunit - Chalbi - Merille - Nairobi

The group tour ends on the 4th day from the start day and at Nairobi - basically, guys will be free to depart to their various destinations back on the 4th day.

Our Cancellation Policy: - Over 30 days before the departure date - Full refund - 30 - 15 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.

🥳 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, but Overland Truckers will be accommodated separately at a place with some basic facilities such as water, toilets, bathrooms etc.). You can join them if you are averse to wild camping. 🥳Campsite 3 has only very basic toilets and bathrooms, and water. We will be camping on the golden sands of a dry Laggaa.

No. The ruggedness of the north, the climate and the activities in the Desert Run are not kid friendly unless one is a very seasoned Nomad parent, and has prepared themselves sufficiently.

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.

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)