From: MBA GEW 2025 - Nairobi
Date: June 28
Subject: GEW2025 NBO - Sunday 29 June Newsletter


Flamingos at Lake Naivasha

Sunday 29 June Newsletter

Karibu San Welcome to Nairobi! 
Hope you all had a safe journey and settled into the hotel. 
 

  • Breakfast will be available from Harvest restaurant on the third floor from 6AM. There will be grab and go boxes and takeaway cups 
  • For the Mount Kenya Hike, please congregate in the lobby 0600AM to board the bus. Remember to bring water.  
  • Please congregate in the lobby at 0630AM to board the jeeps for the safari. Jeeps can accommodate 6-7 students so form groups on arrival. 
  • Lunch for safari will be include
  • For all students, we will be meeting for the Welcome Reception at Hero Bar around 1900 on the 9th floor of the Trademark. A light dinner (sharing platters) will be provided along with a selection of beverages. 
Our Monday morning introduction briefing will be slightly longer so we can cover the risk mitigation surrounding the civil unrest in Nairobi. 

Planned Events

There will also be a bus pick up for the KQ101 flight arriving at 0500AM.
Sunday, June 29
Start End   Event        
6:30am 6:30pm MBA GEW 2025 - NBO - Cultural: Safari on Sunday 29 June (Optional)
6:30am 6:30pm MBA GEW 2025 - NBO - Cultural: Climbing Mount Kenya Sunday 29 June (Optional)
3:00pm 4:00pm NBO2025 - Check-in at Trademark hotel 29 Jun
8:00pm 10:00pm NBO2025 - Welcome Reception
9:00pm 10:00pm NBO2025 - Bus Transfer from the Airport

MBA GEW 2025 - NBO - Cultural: Safari on Sunday 29 June ( Optional ) on Sunday, 29 June 2025 At 6:30 AM. No image description provided

EVENT

MBA GEW 2025 - NBO - Cultural: Safari on Sunday 29 June (Optional)

clockSunday, June 29
6:30am - 6:30pm
Location pinPrivate Location (sign in to display)
CalendarAdd to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal

Start your adventure early with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and breath taking landscapes. Enjoy a thrilling game drive, spotting lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Visit Baboon Cliff for panoramic views before heading to a lakeside lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, drive to Lake Naivasha for a relaxing boat safari among hippos and diverse birdlife. Visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari with zebras and antelopes. As the sun sets, return to Nairobi, ending an unforgettable day immersed in Kenya’s stunning wildlife and natural beauty.

Included in the day trip:
• Transport in a proper safari vehicle with a popup roof for easy game viewing and photography (groups of 6-7)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Driver/guide
• Live driver guide on board
• Entrance fees in Lake Nakuru
• Boat ride in Lake Naivasha
• Lunch and Mineral Water
REGISTER
MBA GEW 2025 - NBO - Cultural: Climbing Mount Kenya Sunday 29 June ( Optional ) on Sunday, 29 June 2025 At 6:30 AM. No image description provided

EVENT

MBA GEW 2025 - NBO - Cultural: Climbing Mount Kenya Sunday 29 June (Optional)

clockSunday, June 29
6:30am - 6:30pm
Location pinPrivate Location (sign in to display)
CalendarAdd to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal

Min 10 persons required.

When: Sunday, 29th June 2025, 06:30-18:30

Description
Start your day early with a drive to Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest
peak. Hike through lush forests, spotting wildlife like colobus monkeys and
diverse bird species. Enjoy breathtaking views and crisp mountain air.
Stop for lunch at a scenic lodge before descending. Return to Nairobi in
the evening, refreshed by nature’s beauty and adventure.

Includes: Transport, Guide, Park fee, Water, Lunch
Not included but we can arrange for you: Rain trouser, Rain jacket,

Warm jacket , Warm socks , Gloves, Warm Hat, Head Torch, Hiking Boots

REGISTER
NBO2025 - Welcome Reception on Sunday, 29 June 2025 At 8:00 PM. No image description provided

EVENT

NBO2025 - Welcome Reception

clockSunday, June 29
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location pinPrivate Location (sign in to display)
CalendarAdd to Google Cal, Outlook, Yahoo, iCal

Meet classmates joining the GEW.
Drinks and nibbles provided
REGISTER