About Us

Rugged Outdoors is built around a simple idea, East Africa is one of the wildest and most beautiful places on earth and everyone deserves the chance to experience it fully. From our base in Nanyuki, we guide travellers through landscapes that change from open savannah to alpine forests to volcanic peaks. We combine deep local knowledge with a commitment to safety, comfort, and responsible travel. Every trip is crafted to help you explore more, feel more, and return home with stories that stay with you.

Rhino Sightings

Laikipia, Kenya

Mountain Climbing

Mt. Kenya

Why US

Rugged Outdoors is a full service safari and adventure company serving Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda. Our team is made up of experienced guides, mountain experts, fly fishing specialists, and safari planners who understand the region in detail. We operate from Nanyuki, giving us fast access to some of East Africa’s most iconic destinations including Lewa, Samburu, Laikipia, Mount Kenya, the Maasai Mara, and the northern frontier.

Expeditions

Climbing Mt. Kenya

Days: 3-7 Day Itineraries

Peaks: Batian, Lenana

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Overland Safaris

Days: 1-10 Day Itineraries

Regions: Laikipia, Borana, Maasai Mara, Baringo

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Activity Safaris

Types: Bird watching & Fly fishing

Regions: Mt. Kenya

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Walking Safaris

Days: 1-10 Day Itineraries

Regions: Laikipia, Borana

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Cultural Experiences

Types: Stories & Beadwork

Regions: Samburu, Maasai, Borana

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Photographic Safaris

Days: 3-5 Day Itineraries

Regions: Laikipia, Borana, Samburu, Maasai Mara

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Samburu Heritage Festive Trail $120

Including:

  • Day 1: Drive to Samburu territory and settle in a community led eco camp.
  • Day 2: Visit local markets, learn traditional dances, and join a camel caravan.
  • Day 3: Travel to a Maasai homestead. Learn beadwork, herding techniques, and traditional cooking.
  • Day 4:Scenic walk to a viewpoint and return journey.
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Fly Fishing-Aberdares and Mt. Kenya Rivers $240

Including:

  • Day 1: Nairobi to Aberdares. Arrive at the highland lodge and warm up on nearby rivers. Target rainbow trout in crystal clear streams
  • Day 2: Full Day River Fishing. Guided drift and wade fishing in remote forest rivers with picnic lunch by the water.
  • Day 3: Mt. Kenya River Systems. Move to the foothill rivers for brown trout. Late afternoon sundowner by the river.
  • Day 4: Morning Session and Return. Early fishing session then return to Nairobi.
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