Training camp for runners in Iten and safari in Kenya

Fitness and wellness safari

Nairobi, Naivasha,Nakuru, Iten
0 booked

Duration: 10 nights

Language: English

Overview

Run in Kenya.

A professional high-altitude running camp in Iten (2400 m) with gradual acclimatization and the opportunity to experience Kenya’s nature.
The program combines altitude training, running on dirt roads, recovery sessions, and safari as an element of active recreation.
The itinerary is designed with gradual altitude gain before reaching the training camp to ensure proper adaptation and acclimatization:

Nairobi – 1795 m
Nakuru – 1900 m
Iten – 2400 m

What’s Included

Transfers
Accommodation
Private safari as per itinerary
Transport in a 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep
All meals as indicated
Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
All park & conservancy entrance fees
1L bottled water per person per day
Government taxes and conservation fees

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time
of hotels confirmation
Deposit paument is required to secure the accommodation
Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, comfortable clothes
Fitness Level: determined by the coach. Families with children are welcome

Cancellation Policy

Applicapable

What To Expect

[itinerary title=”Day 1: Nairobi” number=”1″ style=”default”]Arrival in Nairobi, meet and greet, transfer to the hotel. Rest and group introduction.
Dinner included (drinks not included).
Somerset Westview Apartments https://www.discoverasr.com/en/somerset-serviced-residence/kenya/somerset-westview-nairobi[/itinerary]

[itinerary title=”Day 2. Nairobi = acclimatization (1795 m) & first wildlife experience” number=”2″ style=”default”]Breakfast, early departure (8:00 AM) for a safari in Nairobi National Park.
4–5 hours safari. After safari:

Lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens
Visit to the Giraffe Centre
Short city tour (time permitting)

Return to hotel. Dinner at the hotel[/itinerary]

[itinerary title=”Day 3. Nairobi – Naivasha -Nakuru (1900 m)” number=”3″ style=”default”]Breakfast and departure at 8:00 AM. Stop at Lake Naivasha (2.5-hour drive) for boat ride and walking safari on Crescent Island
Lunch at Naivasha Sopa Resort restaurant. Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park (1 hour).
Safari and lodge check-in. Dinner.
Nakuru Sopa Lodge https://www.sopalodges.com/lake-nakuru-sopa-lodge/the-lodge

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[itinerary title=”Day 4. Nakuru – Iten (2400m)” number=”4″ style=”default”]Breakfast, departure from lodge around 8:00 AM. Morning game drive on exit from the park.
Transfer to Iten (approximately 4 hours). Lunch, check-in at training hotel. Dinner.

Accommodation options:
Swiss Side Iten https://www.theswissside.com/
Kerio View https://kerioview.com/
High Altitude training center https://hatc-iten.com/

Accommodation options:

Swiss Side Iten https://www.theswissside.com/

Kerio View https://kerioview.com/

High Altitude training center https://hatc-iten.com/[/itinerary]

[itinerary title=”Day 4 -11. Iten training camp” number=”5″ style=”default”]Full board accommodation. Training according to the coach’s program (option to work with a local coach). Altitude 2400 m provides:
• Improved aerobic endurance
• Stimulation of red blood cell production
• Enhanced recovery efficiency
Suggested Training Format:
• Morning and evening runs on dirt roads
• Track sessions
• Interval training
• Recovery sessions (pool, cryotherapy, massage)
• Stretching and strength & conditioning
Opportunity to train alongside Kenyan athletes and/or with a running pace partner.[/itinerary]

[itinerary title=”Day 11. Iten – Eldoret – flight to Nairobi” number=”6″ style=”default”]Breakfast. 1-hour transfer to Eldoret and flight to Nairobi.
Lunch at a café or lunch box (depending on flight time).
Meet and transfer to hotel. Dinner at Carnivore Restaurant.
Tamarind Tree Hotel https://www.tamarindtree-hotels.com/

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[itinerary title=”Day 12. Departure ” number=”7″ style=”default”]Breakfast. Check-out at 10:00 AM.
Vehicle at disposal (optional excursions or free time) or late check-out and airport transfer.[/itinerary]