• Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
  • Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya
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Kimbia Kenya, a multi-stage trail race in the heart of Kenya

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In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking , Trail running
  • Duration
    10 days
  • Level
    All levels

    Levels

    All levels
    Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.
  • Destination
    Africa / Kenya
  • Age
    From 8 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    4157.31 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English

In a few words

The Kimbia Kenya is much more than a stage race: it is a sporting and human adventure in the heart of an authentic and wild Kenya.

For 9 days, discover spectacular landscapes ranging from savannah and volcanoes to lakes and Maasai lands. Across 5 stages, on trails or hikes depending on the chosen format, you will traverse varied routes where effort blends with wonder: running amidst the vast African landscapes, observing wildlife, and crossing through villages are all integral parts of the experience.

But Kimbia Kenya is also experienced beyond the trails. Encounters with local people play an essential role in the journey and allow you to discover the country in a different way, getting closer to those who live there.

Since its inception, the adventure has also carried a strong charitable dimension through our partnership with France Kenya Sport Solidarité. Each edition contributes to supporting concrete projects, particularly in the field of education.

A small group trip where sport, discovery, encounters and solidarity come together to experience Kenya in a different way.

More than a trail run, a human adventure!

The highlights

  • A unique safari trail, in the heart of Kenya's wildlife and landscapes
  • A human and solidarity-based adventure, meeting local communities
  • Two distances to choose from, accessible by trail running or walking, at your own pace
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

All levels

Levels

All levels
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision or program is tailored to each person's level.

The expert's opinion

Two routes to choose from — suitable for all levels:

  1. Short route (approximately 11 km/day): accessible by running or walking.
  2. Long route (approximately 18 km/day): reserved for running.


Trail level:

  1. Technical difficulty: easy.
  2. Physical difficulty: easy (however, be careful not to neglect the effect of altitude) .

In figures

Hiking

  • Average distance/day: 11 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 195 m
  • Average daily descent: 193 m

Trail and road running

  • Average distance/day: 18 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 225 m
  • Average daily descent: 177 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 8 to 10 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Supervisor

On site, the adventure is notably overseen by Bastien , project manager and race director, who accompanies the participants throughout their stay and ensures the sporting and logistical coordination of the event.

The solidarity aspect of Kimbia is supported by Claire and Justo from the France Kenya Sport Solidarité association, a long-standing partner of the project. Thanks to their knowledge of the local area and the relationships built over the years, they coordinate the solidarity initiatives focused on education and the opportunities to connect with local communities.

Finally, a local Kenyan team accompanies us throughout the stay: drivers, guides, logistics teams and local partners fully participate in the organization and allow us to live an experience as close as possible to the country and its inhabitants.

A complementary Franco-Kenyan team, united around a common goal: to let you experience Kenya through sport, encounters and sharing.

Management

Security

The safety of participants is a priority throughout the Kimbia Kenya. Before departure, a general briefing is held and mandatory equipment is checked.

At each stage, the routes are marked by the organizers, and GPX tracks are provided to participants. Several team members are present on the ground, including course openers, marshals, and a support vehicle at the rear of the race. Each participant must also have a GPS navigation device (watch or smartphone).

Medical assistance is available during the various stages and throughout the entire stay. In the event of a problem requiring more intensive care, evacuation to a suitable medical facility can be arranged in coordination with the participant's repatriation insurance, which is mandatory for the trip.

The routes are scouted and prepared in advance with our local team, who have extensive knowledge of the terrain and the areas traversed. The organizers also reserve the right to adapt or modify a route based on weather conditions, terrain, or any factor that could affect participant safety.

Water and fruit will be available at the finish line and, depending on the stage, at the halfway point. Participants must nevertheless run or walk with sufficient water and comply with the mandatory equipment requirements set by the organizers.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
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    Day 1

    • Transportation Plane - 08h30 - 7000km
    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included
    1. Meet at Paris CDG airport, terminal 2E, at 8am
    2. Flight from Paris CDG 2E 11:00 / Arrival in Nairobi 21:35 (direct flight AF 814)
    3. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Nairobi
    Day 1

Note

Spirit of the ordeal

This multi-stage trail race is primarily a running and cultural experience, while still maintaining the spirit of a recreational competition. Each stage results in a ranking, as well as a cumulative overall ranking at the end of the trip. The stages take place in the morning.


Distance selection

During registration, you choose your format:

  1. short distance
  2. long distance

This choice can be changed up until the day of departure by informing the race director. During your stay, you can change your distance depending on your fitness level, without appearing in the final ranking of the event in question.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Aéroport de Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Roissy-en-France, France
Day 1 : 08h00
End of stay
Paris, France
Day 10 - 08h00

Round-trip flights from Paris to Nairobi are arranged and managed by us. If you prefer to book your own flights or travel from a different departure city, please contact us directly.

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Access by plane
The nearest airport isParis-Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The technical support team (main staff of approximately 20 people) for the organization of the race, tourist activities and the solidarity program
  2. The accommodations included in the program and according to the chosen package
  3. Daily bus shuttles transport participants to lodges, starting points, and back to camp, as well as for organized group excursions.
  4. Meals are included for the entire stay, with the exception of drinks (including water) during meals.
  5. Refreshments (water, fruit, etc.) for the events
  6. Medical assistance during the race and stay
  7. Your race bib for the Kimbia Kenya race
  8. A medal for all competitors
  9. A technical t-shirt in the event's colours.
  10. The donation of €100 per participant to the solidarity program

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport
  2. Safari in Nakuru Park (approximately €90 – optional)
  3. A trek in Mont Longonot National Park (approximately €50 – optional)
  4. A day immersed with a Maasai tribe (optional – paid activity €25 including meal)
  5. Personal expenses
  6. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Accommodation - Cottage Option : CHF274.44 / person
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
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The Bastien team
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