We are more than a running camp.We give you an experience you'll never forget
KENYA CAMP
A Running Camp In The Home of Champions
Are you like us and do you love to run, eat delicious food, travel and socialise with like minded people? And are you, at the same time, looking for an amazing experience in the Home of Champions? We have lived in Iten since 2007 and are still in awe about the magic of it. This is why we started Kenya Camp. To share that experience with runners from all over the world, no matter their level.
We give you a world class training experience, running daily on the Kenyan roads, guided by professional coaches and paced by Kenyan runners. And we take care of you, no matter what your running pace is!
Next to that, we offer you a unique itinerary of seminars, meetings, and cultural activities, all in a very safe environment. You get to meet and talk with Kenyan runners, and experience the real Kenya. For example, back in 2012 we started Kibet4Kids foundation to help impoverished children, and we will take you to one of our schools/projects.
For Who?
Our camps are for runners of all levels, and from all over the world. Whether you can run a 10K in one hour or less than 40 minutes, a marathon in 4-5 hours or under 3 hours, you are all welcome. The only requirement is that you love running. However, you can get most benefit from your Kenya Camp trip if you are able to run at least 3 times per week.
Are you simply looking for a comfortable place to stay in Iten, without joining a full organised running camp? Check out the guesthouses that were created by Hugo and Hilda
Why Choose us?
We at Kenya Camp truly believe that we have designed the best running camp in the world, with a combination of coached training sessions, seminars, and lots of cultural and life experiences. It will bring your own running to another level and it's something you will never forget.
The camp is very well organised from start till end. From the coaches, to the personal pacers, the transport on location and all activities. You have nothing to worry about and can train in a safe environment.
Kenya Camp Head coach and Human Movement Scientist Hugo, who holds a personal best of 2h12 on the marathon, has an incredible amount of experience and knowledge. And if there is one thing Hugo enjoys, it is to share his knowledge with other runners. This is why we have included several high level seminars, where we talk about why Kenyans are dominating the running world, and what you can do to improve your running.
During all our runs we are accompanied be Kenyan pacers who are local athletes that run with our guests, guide them and talk with them.
Your stay includes accommodation (and all meals) at our guesthouse and training centre, used by elites and amateur runners of all levels.
What do we do?
You will meet every morning for training, with our team of professional coaches and pacers. There will be easy runs, trail runs, longruns, and several types of workouts, as well as strength sessions. We use the same roads, trails and tracks as where the Kenyan elites are training. Our pacers run with you, no matter your pace (yes, 7.00/km or slower is no problem!), and our photographer makes tonnes of pictures which you will get for free.
Each camp has a unique itinerary with activities such as Q and A sessions with (elite) runners, a visit to a traditional Kalenjin hut, a wildlife safari, a performance by local dancers, or a visit to a the world famous St. Patrick’s high school and museum, to name a few.
On your day of arrival, you are picked up (from Eldoret airport) by one of our drivers and taken to your accommodation in Iten. For the next two weeks, all the transport, accommodation and food will be included in your stay. This also includes several restaurant lunches.
As a guest of Kenya Camp, you are fully taken care of. This starts already before arrival: coach Hugo will contact you to discuss your training experience, goals and needs, in order to maximize the benefit from your two weeks stay in Kenya.
We finish our camp with a farewell lunch at the Kerio View restaurant, with beautiful views over the Great Rift Valley, before being taken back to the airport by our drivers.
There will be several running related seminars, packed with information that will help bring your running to the next level. Coaches Hugo and Collins have a wealth of knowledge and love to share that with you. Examples are: 'why do Kenyans dominate the running world', the golden rules of training, or how to get a winning mindset, Our coaches are always available to answer your questions and to guide you in your running journey. Personal attention is key for us.
Always included in our Kenya Camp event packages
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13 Nights of accommodation in a Twin Room
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Full-board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, fruits, tea and coffee)
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A unique Kenya Camp running shirt
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Training sessions with pacers
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Pro-level coaching
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Seminars and masterclasses
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Several restaurant meals
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Activities according to the itinerary
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Airport shuttle from Eldoret to Iten and back
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All transport to training locations and activities
Available at own expense
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A guaranteed single room for 13 nights: USD 150 (limited availability)
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Massage: USD 10 per one-hour session
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Laundry: USD 3 per machine wash
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Optional two-day wildlife safari: During the two weeks camps, this safari can be done in the middle (up and down from Iten) at a cost of USD 279. During the shorter camps, the safari can be done at the end, with a drop off in Nairobi, at a cost of USD 295. We highly recommend this safari since it's an amazing experience! We need a minimum of 3 ppl.
Additional pre-camp costs
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International flights
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Domestic flights (Nairobi to Eldoret & return)
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ETA (this replaces the visa): around USD 40
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Insurance
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