Rift Valley Adventure Activities

OL PEJETA & LAIKIPIA

A Rift Valley Adventures and Ol Pejeta Conservancy Kenyan Initiative

ADVENTURES

OUR DEDICATED AND HIGHLY TRAINED TEAM OF INSTRUCTORS AND GUIDES HAVE A PASSION FOR EXPLORATION AND A LOVE OF THE OUTDOORS

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ABOUT US: From our base at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia, Rift Valley Adventures designs and runs tailor-made adventures that are inspiring, stimulating and frankly unforgettable. Adventure and educational trips are to some of the most exciting destinations on the planet - every trip with RVA is different, every time. Each experience is unique. Rift Valley Adventures don’t know how to offer the ordinary, we create a life-changing journey.

So, what are you waiting for?

THE CAMP: Situated in a corner of the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, 19km from Nanyuki in the shadow of Mt Kenya, lies the RVA Ol Pejeta Camp. Complete with a large lounge, mess tent and outdoor sitting area, the camp can accommodate any size group in comfort and privacy in our traditional safari tents. The camp boasts a custom built mountain bike skills course and climbing tower. Here you can enhance your skills before taking on the large crags and mountain bike trails nearby. The wildlife is spectacular, on a good day you can view black rhino, elephant, lion, impala, warthog, bushbuck, and giraffe from the comfort of our lounge tent.

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OL PEJETA CYCLE SAFARIBikes are provided for a full or half day guided cycle on Ol Pejeta. Ride through open plains alongside giraffe, zebra and other game - a whole new way of observing wildlife from the traditional safari ‘game drive’; a safety vehicle accompanies the group. Full day includes a fun bike skills course for all levels of riders at our camp. HALF DAY USD70 FULL DAY USD120CANYONING IN NGARE NDARECanyoning in Ngare Ndare involves a series of water jumps into crystal clear rock pools followed by abseilling down a 30m ZDWHUIDOO��6HW�LQ�D�SULVWLQH�IRUHVW�ZLWK�VSULQJ�ZDWHU�ÁRZLQJ�WKURXJK�the gorge, once the jumping has started the only exit is to complete the canyon. We can also combine this activity with Rock Climbing. FULL DAY USD120

CANOEING, KAYAKING & RAFTINGThe Ewaso Nyiro River near RVA Ol Pejeta Camp is the perfect place to canoe down small rapids through farmland. Or head out to the rapids on the Tana River for some white water rafting. All equipment is provided. CANOEING USD90 RAFTING USD150

MT KENYA MOUNTAIN BIKESingle-track heaven! Mt Kenya is a worldclass mountain biking destination with our 35km bike trail including simple loops or advanced riding. FULL DAY USD120

ROCK CLIMBING & ABSEILINGUsing the new climbing wall at our Ol Pejeta camp, we teach you some climbing basics before setting off to take on the bigger and more challenging crags at Ngare Ndare. HALF DAY USD90 FULL DAY USD120

STAND UP PADDLING (SUP)What SUP in Laikipia? Yes! The world’s fastest growing water sport is KHUH��7U\�D�683�VDIDUL�GRZQ�ULYHU��RU�JHQWO\�SDGGOH�RQ�ÁDW�ZDWHU�� HALF DAY USD90

LAIKIPIA DAY TRIPS

MULTI-DAY TRIPSSCHOOL OUTDOOR EDUCATION & FIELD STUDIESLeading students on exciting and educational adventures to explore the outdoors is our speciality. Every year we take hundreds of school students from around the world to discover Kenya’s people, wildlife and landscapes.

HIKE MT KENYA The rugged and beautiful terrain of Mt Kenya makes for a beautful hike in one of Africa’s most picturesque mountain scapes. Our treks take you through thick forest onto rugged moorland and up to the pristine glaciers that cascade down the peaks at 5,199m.

EVENTS, CONFERENCE & CHARITY CHALLENGESNeed a base for your conference or workshop with full facilities? Trek to point Lenana and mountain bike down to raise money for the chairty of your choice? A team-triathalon to bring people together? Or how about a Mt. Kenya to Coast bike-trek as a test of endurance? Need a unique event? RVA will create and manage it for you.

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MOUNTAIN BIKE SAFARIThere really is no better way to get close-up and personal with the real Africa than on a mountain bike. We can take you to just about anywhere, and to places where vehicles can’t reach. It’s a ‘wind-in-your-face’ experience!

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What better than the opportunity to cycle through the African savanna alongside some of Kenya’s most spectacular wildlife. This trip takes you across the plains of Ol Pejeta teeming with wildlife, and vistas of Mt Kenya as a backdrop. The full-day trip includes a fun bike-skills

course at RVA Ol Pejeta Camp for introductory to advanced riders.

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For a mimimum of 4 people: Full Day USD120 pp; Half Day USD70 pp

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CANYONINGIt’s a winning combination: beautiful, clear rock pools surrounded by towering trees and cliffs, waterfalls, and a pristine forest setting. This is one of our most popular activities and

takes place in Laikipia’s private and beautiful Ngare Ndare Forest. A series of water jumps into deep pools followed by abseils down waterfalls. A brilliant day out with levels of

challenge for everyone.

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For a mimimum of 4 people: USD120 pp

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people carrying on with their every-day lives.

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CANOEING & KAYAKING


How about a wild ride down some of Kenya’s best rapids. We leave early for a day out on the Tana River - these rapids move from tranquil open pools to grade 4+ white water over

8-16km of river depending on water levels, great for families as well.

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RAFTING


After initial technical training you head off to Mt Kenya for the ride of a lifetime! Our 35km ORRS�UXQV�IURP�1DQ\XNL�$LUÀHOG�ZLWK�WHFKQLFDO�WUDLO�ULGLQJ��URFN�GURS�RIIV��ULYHU�

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For a mimimum of 4 people: USD120 pp 3 pax or less:USD180 pp

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MT KENYA MOUNTAIN BIKING

We use our climbing wall at our Ol Pejeta Camp to teach you the basics of top rope climbing before progressing onto real rock at Ngare Ndare Forest and other crags near by. Abseiling down 25m cliffs overlooking Northern Kenya is an activity you will not forget. On

the way back we can stop at the canopy walk in Ngare Ndare forest.

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ROCK CLIMBING & ABSEILING


At 5,199 metres, Mt. Kenya’s summit is blanketed by glaciers and snow, spectacular PRRUHODQG�VHSHUDWHV�WKH�UXJJHG�SHDNV�IURP�WKH�WKLFNO\�IRUHVWHG�ORZHU�VORSHV��$�ÀYH�GD\�hike will reach Pt. Lenana, just under 5,000 metres. There are popular trails, but as with all RVA’s trips we take you off the beaten track. Local knowledge and year’s of experience

have allowed us to map our own routes well away from other climbers. The trip climaxes in a sunrise summit with some of the most memorable views you’ll ever experience.

Minimum Age: 12yrs

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5 day trek to Lenana:from USD990 pp

Please contact RVA for detailed route planning and prices and technical ascents of Batian and Nelion.

Mountain tents and camp equipment are pro-vided. All personnal equipment can be hired. Porters will carry your heavy bags. All mountain JXLGHV�DUH�TXDOLÀHG�DQG�FDUU\�ÀUVW�DLG�DQG�safety equipment, a GPS, satellite and mobile phones.

HIKE MT KENYA


It’s a winning combination: beautiful spring water fed rock pools surroundied by towering trees and cliffs with waterfalls up to 30 metres set in a pristine forest setting. This is one of our best activities and takes place in one of Laikipia’s most private and beautiful forests, Ngare Ndare. Here we do a series of water jumps into the turquoise water, followed by abseiling

through a waterfall. A brilliant day out with levels of challenge for everyone.

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Since 2001, RVA has exposed corporate teams to an outdoor environment that stimulates, FKDOOHQJHV�DQG�VDWLVÀHV�WKHLU�WKLUVW�IRU�DFKLHYHPHQW��&RUSRUDWH�DGYHQWXUH�WUDLQLQJ�KDV�

many facets, it re-energises teams, creates focus and generates a common bond among employees. We develop unique and fun outdoor learning programmes that will have a

lasting impact in your company.

Programmes: Half Day/ Full Day/ Multi Day

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EVENTS, CONFERENCES & CHARITY CHALLENGES

Whatever the purpose of your event - fund raising for a charity, competitive racing, a workshop or conference, or simply a bit of fun. RVA can create and manage it for you.

Whether it’s a triathlon in the Kenyan wilderness, a cycle from Mt. Kenya to the coast or a conference at RVA’s Ol Pejeta Camp - whatever your requirements we can can cater to

your needs.

Programmes: Half Day/ Full Day/ Multi Day

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SCHOOLS: OUTDOOR ED &FIELD STUDIES

RVA prides itself in providing top quality experiential learning to school groups. Over the last ten years we have taken thousands of students from local and International schools to explore, discover and challenge themselves in the outdoors. We operate outstanding

experiences from our Ol Pejeta Camp and other sites such as Mt. Kenya ascents, DGYHQWXUH�DFWLYLWLHV��FRPPXQLW\�DQG�FRQVHUYDWLRQ�SURMHFWV��DQG�ÀHOG�VWXGLHV��ZH�OHDG�LQ�

Learning through Adventure!

Programmes: Full Day/ Multi Day


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‘Schools for communities’ community projectsConservation volunteeringLaikipia adventure tripsMt Kenya climbs


MOUNTAIN BIKE SAFARI

Cycling across Kenya on a multi day trip visiting local communities, viewing wildlife and taking in the dramatic landscapes is a trip you will always remember. It allows you to see

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like - remember, anything is possible!

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Sample trips:Mt Kenya - TurkanaAcross Kenya (Border to Border)Walk Up - MTB Down (Mt Kenya)Explore Laikpia

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ADVENTURE TRAINING COURSES

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learning and exploring the outdoors with the new skills you gain from joining one of RVA’s courses.


Welcome to the Kenyan Coast! The warm waters and tropical climate of DIani and Malindi make these ideal bases for RVA’s coastal retreats and surf-camps. From here we run exciting, water-based adventures taking you underneath, over the top and into the waves. Learn to surf, dive, snorkel, SUP and sea kayak and soak up some sunshine on the beautiful white beaches. We get fresh seafood delivered to our doorstep on a daily basis and the chef whips up some magical, healthy delights.

At trip to the coast really is the ultimate way to relax and watersports help work up your appetite!

For more information on our coastal reteats, activities, itineraries and prices please contact RVA.

COASTAL RETREATS


INTERNATIONAL ADVENTURES

Since 2002, RVA has explored unique destinations around the world and led many spectacular trips. The locations we chose are exotic and off-the-beaten-track, we ensure you experience local communities, wildlife, landscapes and adventure in all the places we visit.

RVA destination countries are:

TANZANIA: cycling, community, Mt Kilimanjaro, Mt MeruUGANDA: Climb the Rwenzories, Gorillas, Mt Elgon, rafting the NileMADAGASCAR:�6XUÀQJ��GLYLQJ��ZKDOH�ZDWFKLQJ��OHPXUV��EDREDE�IRUHVWNAMIBIA: Orange River canoe, sand boarding and wilderness adventures. THE ARTIC CIRCLE (SWEDEN): Skiing, dog sledding Sami culture, Ice-HotelSOMEWHERE ELSE? We can create unique itineraries to destinations around the globe! You choose - we RUJDQL]H��6XUÀQJ�WKH�6RORPRQ�,VODQGV"�/HWV�GR�LW�


RIFT VALLEY ADVENTURES LTDP.O.Box 1138

Nanyuki 10400Kenya

PH: +254 (0) 707 734 776CELL: +254 (0) 712 426 999

Email: [email protected]

www.olpejetaconservancy.orgClients wishing to undertake activities with RVA do so at their own risk. Ol Pejeta Conservancy will accept no responsibility for any loss or

accident occurring to clients staying on Ol Pejeta Conservancy whilst undertaking activities with Rift Valley Adventures.

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