Heroes and Heroines of Kenya
Heroes and Heroines of Kenya
Heroes and Heroines of Kenya
3 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi
Visiting: Ngong Township, Ngong Market, Gikambura, Kikuyu, Kiserian, Kiserian Market Washrooms
Tour operator:
Tour code:
HH
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 12
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
From:
$2450
$2328 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$123
Tour Overview
Heroes and Heroines is a tour in the Magical Kenya Signature Experience Collection – curated, unique, authentic and an exceptional once-in-a-lifetime Kenyan travel experiences accredited by the Kenya Tourist Board. This unique 3-day cultural safari will take you on insightful visits to the sustainable projects of One Horizon teaming up with the various local leaders who are dedicated to improving the life of Kenyan people at women's centre, farm projects and within the Maasai community.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Womens Centre - Ngong
Location: Ngong Township, Ngong Market
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Palacina Hotel (5 stars) - subject to availability
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee/Tea and Water provided all day
Today we drive to a developing area in the west of Nairobi and visit the Women's Empowerment Centre, which is one of the worthwhile projects One Horizon supports. It was started by Mary a social worker, who developed a program to help struggling mothers undertake vocational and lifestyle training and get access to micro finance to open small businesses. The results have been phenomenal as the mothers are able to lift themselves out of poverty and transform into independent business owners and community leaders, and crucially support and keep their families together. Spend time with Mary to learn about her vision for the centre while you get the opportunity to meet some of the proud and self-sufficient women involved in the inspirational program.
Day 2 : New Beginnings For Grandmas
Location: Gikambura, Kikuyu
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Palacina Hotel (5 stars) - subject to availability
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea/Coffee and Water available all day
There are many grandmother-headed households in Kenya who care for their grandchildren among other generations of their family in difficult economic circumstances. You will visit a pig farm owned by one grandmother where she proudly explains pig-husbandry and how her bio-gas system powers her home. This is another project that One Horizon supports, and the initiative aims at improving the livelihoods of the grandmothers by economically empowering them through small-scale farming. Then sit down with the grandmothers while they cook traditional meals for their families and narrate their wonderful stories of life, change and progress.
Day 3 : The Maasai Rites Of Passage
Location: Kiserian, Kiserian Market Washrooms
Accommodation Name: Palacina Hotel (5 stars) - subject to availability
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Tea/Coffee and Water available all day
Spend an amazing day with the warriors and women of a traditional Maasai village. It starts with a song and dance welcome where the wife of a village elder will offer to dress you in traditional Maasai shuka cloth or ‘African blanket’. Venture into the bush with her son, who will explain what it’s like being a young warrior in Maasai society, and join other men who are training for their rite of passage as they explain how they will go into the hills to complete qualifying tasks before they reach the circumcision ceremony. Take part in the challenge as they show you how to throw a spear and climb an acacia tree in lightning speed. Sit with the villagers as they share their stories of their fascinating culture with you while the women teach you how to make some traditional decorative beaded jewellery.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Bring a bottle and One Horizon will refresh
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Accommodation
2 x nights accommodation at Palacina Hotel (5 stars)
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Transfers from either JK International or from Wilson Airport (Domestic Terminal)
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Daily transfers to itinerary venues in air-conditioned comfort
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Drinks with Meals
Fruit drinks, water and sodas
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Entrance Fees
All entrance fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free Wi-Fi available in Palacina Hotel
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Fully Guided
A One Horizon guide is with you every step of the way as are our centre staff
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Meals – Half Board
Breakfast and lunch is offered each day. A team dinner is on the evening of day 2. Day 1 evening is free time
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
These can be obtained online prior to departure for Kenya
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Drinks with Meals
Alcoholic drinks are at our cost
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips and Gratuities are entirely optional
Check out our Q&As
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
5 star hotels are the standard for this tour
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Please consult your travel agent prior to departure as they will be able to advise you on the required vaccinations
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Our guides all speak excellent English
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Are flights included in this tour?
International flights are not included in the tour fees
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD and Kenyan Schillings are the currencies you will require. However, most venues accept credit cards
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Our tours only require 1 for them to run. In other words, you are guaranteed departure
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes all entrance fees are included in your tour
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
A low level of fitness is all that is required
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
On Day 1, the evening is free time
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What About Travel Insurance?
We strongly recommend travel insurance. One Horizon also has a commercial relationship with World Nomads. Travellers undertaking a tour with One Horizon and who take out insurance with World Nomads have a percentage of the cost of their insurance returned to One Horizon for investment in our sustainable projects. It's a great way of travelling and giving back at the same time
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Free WI-FI is available in your hotel
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is entirely optional
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport transfers are included in the tour
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Company Instant Book
Confirmation of your booking occurs at the time of booking
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Please confirm the baggage entitlements with the relevant airlines
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What is the maximum group size?
12 persons is the maximum group size
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, children are permitted on the tour.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
One Horizon accepts travellers from all over the world. It is likely that your tour may consist of people from different countries
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
All One Horizon vehicles are air conditioned
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Visa into Kenya are only availalbe on-line and need to be purchased prior to arrival. The cost is not included in the tour fee
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visa are required for all persons entering Kenya
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
One Horizon can assist you with additional accommodation requirements.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No, there is no supplement for a solo traveller as long as the traveller is occuping a single room
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Your accommodation will be confirmed within 24 hours of your booking
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
All our tours have One Horizon staff accompanying you every step of the way
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Our preferred hotel (subject to availability) is Palacina which is a 5 star establishment.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
One Horizon is a not-for-profit organisation and the funds earned from travellers fees go directly into the sustainable program that our guests see on their holiday with us. This includes the support for our women's Centers - which equips women with vocational and lifestyle skills and we then help them set up a small business to help support their families. I
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please refer to our Terms & Conditions which indicate how a booking and cancellation is managed. However where possible attempt to accommodate client requests for changes to bookings.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Apart from your One Horizon guide, One Horizon welcomes guests from all over the world.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We are able to provide our documentation for our hygiene and health standards that we manage as a result of COVID which refers to cleanliness and cleaning or our facilities and vehicles and all staff are fully vaccinted.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes As the tours operate weekly, it is possible for our guests to join a tour whilst it is in progress
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How long has the tour company been trading?
One Horizon has been operating for over 20 years.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Unfortunately at this stage we do not operate this option. We prefer to use hotels that do not operate with a single supplement and endeavour at all times to offer this. At the same time we keep our prices fixed for all year and we do not increase our rates in peak seasons - its the same rate all year round.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You tour will be confirmed by One Horizon and you will have all our contact details which enable you to talk to us at any time as well as a BOOKING CONFIRMATION form which summarises all the details of trip details.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We operate under the Sustainable and Responsible Tourism charter of the African Trade and Travel Association. Additionally, we have been accredited by the Kenyan Tourist Board as our tours have been inducted into their Signature Experience Collection. And we have the endorsement of the Nairobi County Government which awarded us certification for our work.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of one horizon africa charges.
Up to 36 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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