From Gray to Green 1 Day Cultural & Eco Tour
Hotel
Meals
Transfer
Staff Guide
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$265 pp
Adults 17-65 years -
$199 pp
Children 7-16 years -
$245 pp
Senior ≥ 66 years -
Free
≤ 6 years
Overview
A Kenya Safari of Renewal
Don't be just a spectator on your holiday - join young Maasai men and women for a tree-planting party to revitalize green areas for their livestock. Spend a day in song and laughter while you help reforest vital grazing lands. You'll be planting trees alongside your new Maasai friends, swapping stories, getting to know each other, and sharing the joy of helping to improve their environment.Help Plant 10,000 Trees!
That's the goal of this ambitious project and you'll personally help plant up to 25 trees in the hills near Nairobi - a living testament of your African Holiday. Imagine nurturing the savannah with a carpet of small saplings to stop erosion, giving the grasslands the roots and strength to repair from overgrazing. You'll be helping the Maasai restore their lands, to again be able to herd their cattle and goats near their home village - and not have to search afar for suitable pastures. Working side by side with the Maasai, you'll share life stories of work, and play, while treasuring this opportunity to lend a hand to these amazing people. Book Now Enquire Now Download PDFGallery
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Which brings together individuals and organisations committed to helping local communities and the environment.
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A project that aims to plant 10,000 trees
Tree planting is the major activity of the day. In coordination with local Maasai villagers our guests will be helping to plant up to 25 trees per person to help achieve stabilisation of the land from severe erosion. And this is stage 1, where it has been anticipated that 10,000 trees will occupy the site prior to the planning of native Acacia trees found on the African savanna.
The area where the planting takes place is in a valley where, when it rains, massive amounts of water have scoured the land and left huge furrows. The herding Maasai have lost a significant amount of their land. Drainage works by the government is addressing the flow of uncontrolled water, but now it’s the community’s effort which is required. Planting trees will help stabilise and mitigate the loss of further lands to erosion. The species of trees which are required has already been identified and the project will progress in stages. On a holiday experience it is unlikely that many people have the opportunity to provide support in such a practical way to an indigenous community such as the Maasai.
Helping in this endeavour will be young Maasai men and women who One Horizon has employed to dig the holes and to ensure that there is enough water to water the trees. Getting the young Maasai involved also helps build their ownership of the project at the same time as providing an income. And whilst the planting goes on, our Maasai helpers will no doubt be singing and dancing their way through the day. And when we take a break, we will retreat to the village for refreshments and some fun. And that involves demonstrations of some of the skills that the Maasai that helps them navigate their lives.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned hotel transfers - we'll collect you at from your Nairobi hotel at a prearranged time and drop you back late afternoon.
- Please note that your vehicle has charging facilities for your mobile phone and internet for your convenience.
- A personal guide who is also your driver and a One Horizon staff member for the day whose task is to ensure that you enjoy every moment of the day.
- You will also receive up to 50 images of your adventure as well as videos that capture the moments you will treasure for life.
- A Maasai wristband as a memento of your visit
- In addition to lunch there is unlimited fruit, tea, coffee and water available.
- There are modern toilet facilities at the venue for your comfort.
Your Stay In Nairobi
We are happy to recommend alternative accommodation options that meet your requirements during your time with us in Nairobi. Our preferred hotels are Palacina and Hemingways - If you would like us to explore other options please contact us.
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