Intrepid Travel Introduces Obama-Themed Kenya Tour

Adventure travel specialist Intrepid Travel is offering a new eight-day tour of Kenya that features a visit to the town of Kogela, the birthplace of President Obama’s father, guided by one of Barack Obama’s many cousins who will take the tour members to Senator Obama High School and the home of Mama Sarah, Obama’s step-grandmother.

The balance of the tour will comprise visits to the popular game parks of Lake Nakuru in the heart of the Rift Valley and Masai Mara National Reserve so the group –no more than 12 passengers- can experience some of Africa’s most spectacular nature and wildlife.

“Roots of Obama” includes transportation by safari minibus, guide, all breakfasts, six lunches (including one with the community in Kogela) and six dinners, at a cost of CAN $2,835.

Accommodations are in a combination of hotels, lodges and tents –but as this tour is rated by Intrepid at Comfort level, meaning that accommodation is at a higher rating than other adventure tours, travelers are ensured a “soft landing” each night. Departures are Fridays June 20, 27; July 18, 25; and Aug. 15 and 22 this year. Intrepid ranks this itinerary two out of five for physical fitness level required.

Founded in 1989, Intrepid Travel is one of the world’s leading small group adventure tour operators, with over 400 itineraries to over 90 destinations around the world. Travelers can choose from 11 different travel styles ranging from Basic to Comfort, from family to its newest trip style, OUT Adventures for the LGBT market, with each sharing a common philosophy of exploring the world’s most amazing places and having incredible real-life experiences along the way.