The following terms and conditions of business apply to all Maasai trails trips. The receipt of the deposit indicates formal understanding and acceptance of our terms and conditions of business.

Booking a Maasai Trails safari

1. Maasai trails will provide a full quotation without any financial obligation. All quotations issued by Maasai trails will remain valid for a period of 30 days.
2. The company recommends that you secure and non-refundable deposit of at least 10% per person to confirm the safari, with the full balance of payments being due 21 days prior to the departure date.
3. Changes to confirmed reservations made within 30 days of the tour departure date will be charged according to the cancellation penalties outlined below.

Cancellations

All cancellations must be made in writing to Maasai trails. These ensure you receive written confirmation that your cancellation has been received by us. All cancellations will be charged the cancellation penalty depending on the number of days before tour departure that the cancellation is received.

Important information

What is included:

• Transport is included: either by small aircraft or in four-wheel drives with expert driver guides.
• English, Dutch, Maa, (and French) speaking guides.
• All camping equipment including three-person tents (each tents shared by two people) comfortable mattresses and stools. All your necessary bedding, including towels.
• Three meals a day while on safari whether vegetarian or none vegetarian, prepared by experienced safari cooks, drinks (including a limited amount of wine in beer). Included are walking snacks, and pre-dinner drinks and snacks.
• The donkeys will carry the majority of the equipment, however it is advisable to bring along a carrier pack for any personal needs.
• Safari bucket shower (hot shower) after are walking
• All your water requirements will be taken care of, but you are welcome to bring along any additional water you feel you may need.

Frequently asked questions:

Q. Is this a malaria area?
A. No, it is not necessary to take antimalarial drugs.

Q. Is it possible to receive a telephone signal in Loita for my mobile phone?
A. There is no network in Loita.

Q. Will there be a lot of interaction with the Maasai people?
A. Yes, the emphasis will be upon cultural exchange and learning how the Loita Maasai live and what is important to them.

Q. How safe is it to walk in Loita?
A. Prudence is always recommended when walking in a wild place in Kenya. However, you will be accompanied by Loita Maasai, who know everything there is to know about the area and will ensure your safety while on the safari.

What to bring:

• Money for personal spending and tipping.
• Sturdy waterproof walking shoes and comfortable shoes for in the camp.
• Jackets, waterproof and windproof for possible rain.
• Sweaters, a sweatshirt and fleece.
• Trousers: long trousers for the walk to protect your legs. Lightweight and easy dry is an advantage.
• Shorts.
• T-shirts.
• Swimming trunks, for rivers and waterfalls.
• A torch, sunglasses, and insect repellent/spray (even though there is no malaria in Loita). Toothbrush and toothpaste and your own preference of soap.
• Your cameras, films, binoculars.
• A small backpack for your belongings. The Maasai guides are willing to carry everything for you.

Flying Doctor:
We recommend that whilst travelling around Kenya, in addition to your personal travel insurance, you take out the Flying Doctor Service for emergency evacuation cover valid for two months at US$ 50 per person within a 500 km radius from Nairobi (which includes Loita). This is an extremely reliable service.