Kapedo and Silale Crater Expedition

This an extreme remote travel 4x4 only Self-drive trip. Therefore carry: ✅ Mattress ✅ Sleeping bag ✅ Tents ✅ Camping chairs ✅ Portable table ✅ 12v fridge or electric cooler box ✅ Awning or tarp or gazebo or some sort of shade ✅ Food ✅ Utensils ✅ WATER: drinking water + cleaning water ✅ Cooking equipment ✅ Drinks and snacks ✅ Extra fuel in jerry cans (two 20l jerry cans minimum) ✅ Power inverter: to charge electronics . ✅ Personal toiletries: ✅ Medications: Bring any necessary medications and prescriptions. Day 1 campsite has facilities like toilets, showers and cleaning water, so everyone should be relatively comfortable. Day 2 has drop toilets, and privacy enclosures for changing but no showers and no clean water, so everyone should carry their water and provisions. Day 3 has no toilets, no privacy enclosures for changing, no showers and no water, but plenty of bush. So everyone should carry their water and provisions. Day 4 campsite has facilities like toilets, showers and clean water, so everyone should be comfortable. The region is hot. Carry appropriate clothing. Day 3 campsite and the area has many bushes and scattered acacia trees because of its harsh weather. But its safe.

Good quality camping gear (sleeping bags, tents, ground sheet, air mattress etc.) can be purchased cheaply from: ✅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

✅Camping gear (sleeping bags, tents, ground sheet - can be used as shade, air mattress) ✅Cooking gear (utensils, gas cylinder+ burner+ grill, cooking equipment) ✅Food ✅Sleeping bag and pillow ✅Personal stuff ✅Your own drinking water, drinks and snacks ✅Camera, binoculars, phone charger etc. ✅Passports or National ID ✅Phone chargers ✅Bug repellent ✅Sunglasses

The registration fee is Kes 9,800.00 per adult and Kes 3,000 for kids above 4 years.

✅ 1 pair of closed shoes, 1 pair of open shoes and sandals ✅ 1 jacket in case of a chilly evening or morning ✅ Caps and sun hats for the sun since the region is hot ✅ Lightweight clothes for the hot day times

The deadline for registration is 5th October 2024. The deadline for payment is October 19th, 2024. The *registration fee covers*: ✅ guide fees ✅ bonfire. The registration fee does not cover: ✅ camping fees for 4 nights ✅ meals ✅ any other thing not mentioned in the “includes” above

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✅ October 5th, 2024 — Registration Deadline ✅ October 12th, 2024 — Payment Deadline ✅ October 19th, 2024 0500hrs — Assemble at ABC Place Waiyaki Way (https://goo.gl/maps/jETj7KSCjxWXr3XcA), Nairobi. ✅ October 19th, 2024 0530hrs — Departure to Baringo ✅ October 20th, 2024 — Marigat to Kapedo ✅ October 21st, 2024 — Kapedo to Silale ✅ October 22nd, 2024 — Silale to Marigat ✅ October 23rd, 2024 — Nairobi

✅When going and coming back: Nairobi - Nakuru - Baringo - Nairobi

These are the costs to be incurred by each person (not covered by the registration fee) to our hosts or to Mara Nomads to forward to the hosts: Camping fee at 1st Campsite = Kes 800.00 per person, and Kes 300.00 per kid, per day (1 night) Camping fee at 2nd Campsite = Kes 1,000.00 per person, and Kes 500.00 per kid, per day (1 night) Camping fee at 3rd Campsite= Kes 1,000.00 per person, and Kes 500.00 per kid, per day (1 night) Camping fee at 4th Campsite= Kes 2,000.00 per person, and Kes 500.00 per kid, per day (1 night) Park entry fee at Lake Bogoria = Kes 100.00 per person, and Kes 100.00 per kid, per day (1 day) Vehicle entry fee at Lake Bogoria = Kes 1500.00, per day (1 day) Total = Kes 4,800.00 per person, for 4 nights (excluding the park fees)

Registration Fee — Kes 9,800.00 per adult and Kes 3,000 for kids above 4 years. Deadline for payment is October 12th, 2024 -------------------------------- It’s a 4x4 only trip. No AWD. -------------------------------- Total trip distance is about 1,000 kms (approx) in total. About 350 kms (approx) is offroad. Plan your fuel accordingly. Caveat: Due to part of route being offline, we cannot give the total distance with 100% accuracy. So plan accordingly and give allowance for any unforeseen situations. Carry extra food, water and fuel.

✅ Drive to Kapedo and Silale. ✅ Off-road Challenge: Expect a thrilling 4x4 adventure on tough terrain. ✅ Dramatic Landscapes: Witness mountains, craters, plains, lakes, and the Suguta River. ✅ Hot Spring Swim: Take a dip in the mineral-rich Kapedo Falls hot springs. ✅ Camping Adventures: Enjoy comfortable, basic, and wild campsites under the stars. ✅ Meet the Locals: Interact with the Turkana and Pokot people. ✅ Wildlife Spotting: Look out for ostriches and monitor lizards. ✅ Epic Sunsets: Witness unforgettable sunsets, especially from the crater rim. ✅ Chill, drink, laugh, tell stories, enjoy a campfire, sleep.

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 3. ✅ *Sun Protection:* Bring an awning or portable gazebo for shade. ✅ *Shower:* Portable shower tent (optional) - you can use wet wipes or shower at Campsite 4. 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: - 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 itinerary below is to be used as a guide only. It 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 Kapedo Falls & Silale Crater Expedition 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.