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Running camp in Iten, Kenya (14 days)
Tour overview:
Iten is considered a true Mecca for runners. Whether you are a casual or elite runner, learn from the world’s best runners how to perform at your best and run on the same trails as the Kenyan legends. Kenya’s incredible landscapes are even better when you run: pure and unspoilt nature, fresh air and breathtaking views are just the beginning. Round off your trip with local excursions, train at altitude, get to know the welcoming local running community and discover the magical Kenyan culture. Take part in a fun running camp where you don’t have to worry about a thing.
Highlights of the trip:
Explore the pure and unspoilt nature, breathtaking views and incredible wildlife with a fully guided walking camp.
Included in the tour price (excl. flights):
- 13 nights at the altitude training centre in Iten with full board
- Airport transfers
- Excursions and activities
- Daily coached training sessions
- Personal training programme
- Unlimited use of all training facilities
- Q&A with Kenyan runners
- Sports massage session
- Full pre/post training camp support
Day 1: Arrival at Eldoret airport and transfer to Iten
After arriving at the small airport of Eldoret, you will be welcomed by our driver at the airport. Then we drive to Iten. After about an hour’s drive, we arrive at the ‘High Altitude Training Centre’ in Iten. You will get to know the facilities of the training centre and we will take some time to go through the programme for the week and discuss what awaits you. If you feel like it, you can take part in an easy run in the afternoon. Then it’s time for the first dinner together at the camp.
Overnight stay: High altitude training centre, Iten
Day 2: Start of the training camp
The first training run in the morning under the guidance of our coach. Breakfast at the training centre. We then visit St Patricks High School. We are given a guided tour of the school and take a look at the school museum. St Patrick’s High School is regarded as the best running school in Iten. This is where the legendary Colm O’Connell trains young athletes who are among the fastest runners in the world. Olympic medallists and world record holders (such as Wilson Kipketer and Ibrahim Hussein) also laid some of the foundations for their running careers here. After returning to the training centre, lunch awaits and the afternoon is at leisure. You have the option to do a second run or go to the gym/pool if you wish. Dinner at the training centre.
Overnight stay: High altitude training centre, Iten
Day 3: Rift Valley viewpoint & Kessup waterfall
We start the day with a morning training run under the guidance of our coach and pacemakers. Breakfast at the training centre. After breakfast we will visit the viewpoint in Iten to enjoy the magnificent view over the Rift Valley. We will also hike to the nearby Kessup Waterfall. Lunch at the training centre and then time to relax. A Kenyan athlete will visit us to answer questions – a cool way to interact with a Kenyan athlete and a valuable experience for any runner. Dinner at the training centre.
Overnight stay: High altitude training centre, Iten
Day 4 – 13: Running camp & various activities
We start each day with a guided training session, a non-running activity/excursion and some free time. Some of the excursions on the programme include a look into the lives of local Kenyan athletes – get an insight into the demanding training programme that top runners go through on their way to international greatness.You’ll get a good insight into the discipline and preparation of Kenyan athletes and meet the people who go to the trouble of becoming record-breaking runners. Walk to the Kamariny Track, the first athletics track in Iten, where many world champions and Olympic champions have trained. Visit the local primary school. Children in Kenya are friendly, enthusiastic and love tourists! Take part in lessons with the teachers and pupils and experience ‘back to school’ without homework.
See the giraffes near Iten. Seeing animals in the zoo may be fun, but seeing them up close in their natural environment is much more impressive. Walk in the Singore forest, a green sanctuary with tall trees, exquisite wildlife and fresh air. Visit an athlete’s home to experience Kenyan hospitality and get an intimate insight into the daily life of a Kenyan athlete. If you have burning questions and want to expand your running knowledge, you can take part in Q&A sessions with experienced Kenyan runners throughout the training camp. Visit the local market in Iten. Farewell dinner at the Iten Club restaurant (last evening). And much more.
Overnight stay: High altitude training centre, Iten
Day 14: Farewell and departure
After breakfast, our driver will take you to the airport in Eldoret, where you will board your flight to Nairobi.If your flight is late in the afternoon, you can relax at the training centre and continue to use all the camp facilities while you wait for your transfer (including lunch)