The great "Out of Africa" experience on your horse! Discover the wildlife rich western slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro as Hemingway might have. We travel through the rain forest to the western savannah, where African animals roam freely as they have for thousands of years. You will be thrilled by breathtaking views, exhilarating canters and close contact with wildlife such as elephant, zebra, wildebeest - to name but a few. For experienced riders, this is the African equestrian experience of a lifetime!

Rate:

• 2.800 Euro per person sharing
• No single supplement if willing to share, otherwise 30 %
• Minimum 2 riders required

Included: Transfers to and from Makoa Farm from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Moshi, accommodation either in Makoa-Farm guest rooms, Namuai guest house or in dome tents away from Makoa, all meals, snacks, tea, coffee and non-alcoholic beverages during the day, alcoholic drinks in the evening, horses incl. tack, luggage transfers where necessary, English & German speaking guide

Not included: Flights, tips and gratuities, laundry and phone calls, other items of a personal nature.

Dates 2008:

09. - 16. July, 9. - 16. August, 6. - 13. September,
4. - 11. October, 1. - 8. November.

Please feel free to suggest more dates.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Forest Reserve

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport or Moshi. Transfer to the Namuai guest house on a farm located at the edge of the Kilimanjaro Forest Reserve, our starting point for the safari. During the afternoon we will introduce you to the horses where we can help you choose one to match your size and skill. Then we embark on a ride so you can become familiar with your horse.

We will ride along the forest reserve and on the farm and return just in time for a sunset drink and dinner.

Day 2: Kilimanjaro Forest Reserve

Today we explore the vast indigenous forests of the Kilimanjaro Reserve– a lush world of exotic scenery. We ride slowly and carefully to spot the shy Black and white Colobus monkeys. The forest is not accessible by vehicle so we use elephant trails to pass through. Bushbuck dash for cover as we pass, a sharp eye may catch sight of an elusive leopard, and a keen ear might pick up the crunching sound of a herd of elephant feeding not far off.

After a picnic lunch in the forest reserve we return to our guest house for a hot shower, a sun downer drink and a delicious meal

Day 3: The West Kilimanjaro Wilderness

Today we leave the guest house and ride to the northwest. Our journey leads us through a mixture of open grassland and thorn bush savannah. Along the way we encounter our first plains animals.

We arrive at the Riverside fly camp for a late lunch. Afterwards there is time for some rest or for a hike to the nearby water hole for some wildlife viewing.
After early dinner we start for a night-game drive. Here you can view, with the aid of a spotlight, all the nocturnal species not generally seen during the day.

Day 4: Riverside Camp

Today we ride out to search for big game. We arrive in the heart of the Game Reserve for an exciting day of wildlife viewing. In addition to the ever-present antelopes, zebras and gazelles, we'll keep an eye out for giraffes, ostriches, warthogs and maybe even a leopard. What we really hope for though, is the chance for a peaceful meeting with a herd of magnificent African elephants.
Don't forget your binoculars and camera!

Day 5: North Camp

Wake up early with a cup of steaming tea or coffee served in your tent. We start for a long morning ride for spotting game along the western boundary of the ranch.
You are in the heart of the West-Kilimanjaro wilderness and we may find seasonally large herds of Elands, sometimes up to 100 and up to 200 elephants. Expect to spot lesser kudu, waterbuck, bush pig and warthog, with some luck even predators as striped and spotted hyena, cheetah and leopard.

Late afternoon we reach North Camp, our private fly camp set in the shade of an ancient African tree, with stunning views of Mt. Meru. This area is not inhibited by lion which makes it safe to wander around camp at daytime. Relax with a cool drink and take in the rich colours of the African sunset. Later, enjoy a bush dinner served under the stars.

Day 6: Game rides

Rise to an African sunrise for an early breakfast. We mount our horses and head out into the savannah. Kori bustards and secretary birds are often seen here stalking their prey. Slowly and carefully we approach the wildlife we find along the way - lesser kudus, antelopes, gazelles and a lot of other animals. If you feel up to it, you can canter with zebras and wildebeests.
This is a safari the way it was meant to be!
 
Late afternoon we start for our last sunset-ride into the savannah.
Evening rides are especially good for photography because of the beautiful light. Please dont hesitate to ask your guide if you like to make pictures - we always will try to get you in the best photographic position. 

Returning to camp there is time to refresh with a hot bush shower before dinner. Our camp chef will impress you with her culinary skills, despite the rustic setting. After dinner, retire to the campfire and marvel at the enormous night sky before falling asleep to the sounds of the African night.

Day 7: Makoa-Farm

Today we will leave the West Kilimanjaro wilderness. We explore the area of ‘Tembobridge’ and seek out herds of elephant in between the euphorbia forest. Later we continue our way southeast passing the plains between Mt. Meru and Mt. Kilimanjaro. See herd animals watching the horses with interest, have a canter with zebra and eland, then we stop en route for a picnic lunch.

Later afternoon we meet the truck which will transport riders and  horses back to Makoa Farm.  Enjoy the view of Mt.Kilimanjaro while sitting on the veranda with a sunset drink.

Day 8: Departure

After a relaxed breakfast there may remain some time to have look around our farm and visit our uncountable number of animals. This is a farm environment with many dogs, cats, geese, chickens, peacocks, and little further stables for horses, a donkey, some pigs and cattle. At the same time Makoa keeps turning into a 'Noah's Arch' with an increasing amount of orphaned and injured animals which find a temporary or permanent home here. Most of the animals are very friendly and welcome a pat or scratch behind the ear!

Later transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport and departure.