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Included Adventures In All Gap Year Trips
A safari is included in all our African gap year trips.
Camp Kenya & Tanzania - Safari
East Africa is home to over one-quarter of Africa 's wildlife. We include a 3-day, Big Game Safari in every one of our trips and there is always the option for you to add extra days in country.
Highlights
- Included in all trips
- 3 Day dedicated wildlife safari
- Visit stunning National Parks
- Chances of seeing the Big Five
- Camp Fires and Big Skies
Adventures you can add to your Gap Year Trip
Check out below the optional adventures you can add to your gap year trip.
Add An Ocean Adventure
Camp Kenya & Tanzania Scuba Diving
There are a variety of diving activities
you can book with us; from a basic 'fun diver' to certified PADI rescue diver.
Highlights
- Fun Diver
- PADI Scuba Diver
- PADI Open Water Diver
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
- PADI Rescue Diver
Camp Borneo - Scuba Diving
Borneo is surrounded by beautiful beaches, blue tropical ocean and abundant coral reefs so why not take the opportunity to explore under water. Whether you are an experienced diver or a complete novice there is something here for everyone.
Highlights
- PADI Open Water Qualification
- Advanced Diver Qualification
- Additional dive packages
Camp Zanzibar
Camp Zanzibar is an awesome location and whilst we have included the basics like somewhere to sleep and some 'must do' experiences like snorkelling with dolphins and a spice tour; it is essentially a chance for you to chill out and live it up on the beaches.
Highlights
- Included in Camp Tanzania 2 & 3
- Explore and shop in the alleyways and night markets of Stone Town
- Lagoon snorkelling on the untouched waters of Paje Island
- Spice Tour
- Chill-out, party and live it up on the beaches at Paje
- Scuba Dive in the Indian Ocean (optional)
Camp Kenya - Kite Surfing 2-3 Days
Add to your Camp Kenya adventure with an introduction to one of the newest, fastest growing, exciting and most fun Water sports in the world… KITEBOARDING!
Highlights
- Fantastic Indian Ocean Location
- Certified IKO Instructors
- Get up and riding!
Add A Mountain Adventure
Mount Kenya - 6 Nights /7 Days
Challenge yourself to climb Kenya’s highest peak and experience the exhilaration of trekking the second highest mountain in Africa. As the highest mountain in Kenya at 4985 meters and second only to Kilimanjaro in Africa, this is an amazing 5 day trek.
Highlights
- Enjoy the stunning views of Kenya's Rift Valley.
- Experience the physical and mental challenge of trekking Kenya's highest mountain.
- Unquestionably some of the best trekking in Africa.
- 2 nights in a comfortable Kenyan Lodge before and after the climb.
Kilimanjaro - 8 Nights /9 Days
Kilimanjaro is the highest free-standing volcano in the world and the tallest mountain in Africa. At an altitude of 5895 metres it presents a formidable challenge to all who attempt to climb it.
Highlights
- 7-day trek provides an extremely fulfilling personal challenge for all ages.
- An opportunity to escape normal life and experience one of the wonders of the world.
- 2 complimentary nights in Camp Mbokomu before and after trek to both prepare and to celebrate (applicable to trekkers transfering from other camps)
- Optional 3 day Big Game Safari to some of the best parks in East Africa, with professional drivers & guides.
Mt Meru - 5 Nights /6 Days
Mt Meru may not be the highest mountain in Africa but it is renowned as one of the toughest treks and is one of Africa’s highest and most beautiful volcanoes. The Mountain itself is a stunning feature of the Tanzania landscape and stands tall above the town of Arusha and the Arusha National Park.
Highlights
- Challenging 4-day trek on one of Africa’s most beautiful volcano’s.
- 3 mountain nights camping at altitude under the stars
- Summit at dawn to watch sunrise over Kilimanjaro and Tanzania
- 2 complimentary nights in Camp Mbokomu before and after trek to both prepare and to celebrate (applicable to trekkers transfering from other camps)
Mount Kinabalu - 1 Night /2 Days
Mt Kinabalu is the highest peak in South East Asia at 4096m. The climb itself passes through five different temperate zones from a dense rainforest to a barren alpine landscape. The mountain is part of the Mt Kinabalu National Park which is a World Heritage sight and a very popular tourist attraction.
Highlights
- Experience the physical and mental challenge of trekking the highest peak in South East Asia
- Part of the Mt Kinabalu National Park World Heritage Site
- Amazing Sun Rise & Sun Set views
Add A Wildlife Adventure
Camp Borneo - Jungle Trekking
Spend several days trekking in deep jungle miles from civilisation. Learn how to survive using local resources and sleep in a hammock. Carry all you need for the duration of your trip on your back and learn about local folklore and legends of this ancient jungle. The trip includes several nights in local traditionally built accommodation run by the community.
Highlights
- Experience the secluded jungle
- Learn Survival Skills
- Live wild for several days
- Learn about local environmental project work
- Integrate with the local community
Camp Kenya - Eco Training
The comprehensive 28-day Field Guide training program is designed for those who intend to follow a professional career linked to conservation and professional safari operations. Critically, course candidates will learn the right philosophy and approach in taking the countless daily opportunities to impart conservation principles to their guests on safari.
Highlights
- Learn all about tracking and bush navigation
- Anticipating animal behavior
- Professionally operating and managing a game drive fleet
- The sustainable development and wise use of natural resources
- Radio procedures
Fantastic, it really was something truly unique to live in rural Africa and be considered a local
Ben Muller
