FIT is so excited to return to Kenya for the 2026 Lewa Safari Marathon for the 26th edition of this one of a kind marathon & half-marathon. Camp under the Kenyan stars and experience one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, as you run through an African game preserve, past zebras & antelope, with the peaks of Mt. Kenya in the distance. Check this destination off your bucket list and run wild in Kenya at the 2026 Lewa Safari Marathon - there is nothing like it!

Join FIT as they embark on this journey to Africa on this bucket list trip. Experience the wonders of Nairobi, the elephant orphanage and Karen Blixen museum before you head to the Ark for a 1 night stay, departing the next day for your 3-nights at Location Africa Films outdoor camp at the marathon start and finish. 

FIT is your expert when it comes to this gem of a continent. Kelly has completed the marathon and half-marathon twice and will be on the ground with you during this experience to ensure a hassle-free experience. All you need to focus on is your training and booking your flights—we’ll handle the rest!

We have limited space on this program with guaranteed entry. 

 PACKAGE INCLUDES: 

 •  2-nights hotel accommodations June 23-25 - The Norfolk, Nairobi 

  • 1-night hotel accommodations June 25-26 - The Ark, Aberdares 

  • 3-nights tent accommodations June26-29 - Location Africa Film Tented Camp, Lewa

 •  Guaranteed entry access to the Lewa Safari Marathon (Entry fee is additional cost - $175 USD)

 •  Breakfast Daily & Welcome Amenity

 •  Nairobi City Tour with entrance to Sheldrick Elephants, Karen Blixen Museum, National Park

 •  1 Lunch Nairobi

 •  Pre-race Dinner & Post-Race Celebration 

 •  Shakeout Runs (as itinerary timing permits)

 •  Tusk presentation on fundraising projects, conservation & education

 •  Full Board at Ark & Lewa

 •  Arrival airport transfers from JKIA Airport to Nairobi Hotel

 •  4WD Transfers to the Ark, to Lewa, & return to Ole Sereni Hotel NBO (June 29th)

 •  Day Room access at Ole Sereni (June 29th)  

 •  Daily Park Fees at Nairobi, Aberdare, & Lewa

 •  All taxes, & pricing in USD

 •  FIT Guide experienced with tour program onsite 

Not to miss! FIT is excited to head to the Masai Mara for a traditional safari tour and stay at Governor's Camp in the Mara. The BBC Show, Big Cat Dairies, was filmed from this tented camp location along the banks of the Mara River.  We highly recommend extending your travel to join this luxury safari tour and add on the hot air balloon ride! 

It is easy to add the extension package onto your booking.  

 Key points about the Masai Mara:

• Dominant landscape: Open grasslands with seasonal rivers.
• Famous for: The Great Migration of wildebeest.
• Animal life: Large populations of lions, elephants, cheetahs, hyenas, and various herbivores.
• Location: Kenya, bordering the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania

PACKAGE INCLUDES: 

 •  3-nights luxury tent accommodations June 29-July 2, Governor's Camp, Masai Mara 

 •  Full Board Meals

 •  Daily Safari in shared 4WD Vehicles

 •  Chartered flights from Lewa Safari Camp June 29th to the Mara

 •  Chartered flights from the Mara to Wilson Airport, Nairobi

 •  Airport transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi Hotel for Day Room Access (as needed)

 •  Daily Park Fees for Masai Mara National Park 

 •  Daily Community Fees for Masai Mara National Park  

 •  All taxes, & pricing in USD

 •  FIT Guide experienced with tour program onsite 

FIT strives to deliver quality travel and customer service to destination running events around the world. 

With over 20 years of customized travel design & guiding experience on all seven continents and a passion for running the world, FIT seeks to bring that exploration to life for clients!

Whether it's venturing through cities or deserts on a run, bike or hike, or by having a latte around the globe, FIT strives to connect cultures and have you experience the world!

Whether it's a running trip to a top marathon destination or a custom travel experience, we will work hard to bring you the FITventure that works for your lifestyle and goals. 

Be more. See more. Move more. And live happy days.

JUNE 22: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). After making your way through customs, grab your luggage and head outside to meet your airport transfer. Check-in to the hotel, say hello to your FIT team, and after a long day of travel, time to get a good nights sleep. 

JUNE 23: This morning enjoy a tour of Nairobi National Park, the Sheldrick Orphanage and a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum with your FIT group.  Lunch is included this day.  Have a bit of time to shop before returning to the hotel. 

JUNE 24: After breakfast, load into your transfer vehicles to head to the Aberdares. Journey along for the 3-hour ride to arrive at Aberdare Country Club for lunch before heading on a short game drive as we make our way to the famous Ark for your overnight beside the salt lick. Depending on arrival to Aberdare, there may be time before lunch for a shake out with some local runners. 

JUNE 25: After breakfast, make our way to our Location Africa Films tented camp at the Lewa Safar Marathon.  Arrive in time for lunch before checking into our camps. This afternoon, join a game drive. Depending on our arrival there may be time for a quick shakeout run. 

Overnight: Lewa Conservancy, Location Africa Films Tented Camp

JUNE 26: Today we will venture out on a morning game drive before we visit some of the local water, conservation, and education projects supported by Tusk and the funds through this marathon event. It is a great way to see the ways in which the fundraising dollars are invested into the community and conservation of this area.  This evening, enjoy a pre-race meal at the mess hall tent with fellow runners from around the world. 

*Itinerary subject to change. Final itinerary will be sent 3 weeks prior to departure.

JUNE 27: Today is the day! Time to run the 26th Lewa Safari Marathon.  The course is a trail course that is hilly and promises to challenge. Spectators will go out on the course in safari vehicles to cheer runners. This evening celebrate your finish fireside under the stars on our last evening at Lewa! 

JUNE 28: For those departing, we are sad to see you go. After breakfast, get ready for your departure* to Nairobi via 4wd safari vehicle. Lunch is included as well as half-day rooms at Ole Sereni to help you prepare for your departure from Nairobi Airport**. 

If you have opted to extend your stay with FIT, get ready for even more amazing! Our private flights will depart from the Lewa Airstrip today and land at the Governor's Airstrip in the Masai Mara. From here, we will be picked up by the Governor's Team to begin our 3-night safari stay along the Mara River. 

FITtip: We highly recommend that you extend your travels and join us on the post-race trip to the Masai Marathon for a 3-night luxury safari trip. This is a not to miss journey and an amazing way to relax after the marathon. The Masai Mara connects to the Serengeti and is a top game viewing park.  

*Flight transfers can be booked at an additional cost 

**Transfers from Ole Sereni to the airport are on your own and not included

JUNE 29: Early morning game drive or opt to sleep in! Return for breakfast before departing on another game drive. This afternoon opt to visit a Masai Village. B,L,D 

JUNE 30: Opt to book a bush walk or hot air balloon ride over the Mara (we highly recommend). Full day of game drives before your last evening at Governors. 

JULY 1: Early morning game drive and breakfast before our flights from Masai Mara to Wilson, Nairobi. We will transfer from Wilson to Ole Sereni where a day room is available to freshen up before your flights home. Transfers from Ole Sereni to the airport are on your own. We hope you have enjoyed your time in Africa. Safe travels homeward!