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Admissions Officers: Mrs Camille Fridez, Mrs Ingrid Kasnouar, and Mrs Rhéanne Krauer
Camp Management: Carole Mercier contact@chyulucamp.com
Please note that children and teachers will have limited service at Chyulu Wilderness Camp. However, rest assured that they can be reached in case of an emergency.
The camp's mission is to offer young people from all over the world an opportunity to immerse themselves in the heart of Africa, the unique Maasai culture, to learn about cultural preservation, wildlife conservation, and ecotourism as well as take part in safaris within the breath-taking beauty of the Chyulu landscape.
This initiatory journey demands that our young guests demonstrate a high level of involvement and impeccable behaviour, which is explained in these "Chyulu Codes."
RESPECT:
SAFETY: we are in wild nature where animals are masters, which imposes imperative security constraints.
TECHNOLOGY: the trip is a "detox" from screens
Ban on:
Breaking any of these rules will lead to punishments and/or community service. In serious cases, the camp will refer the matter to the local authorities or organize the accompanied return of the camper to their home.
HEALTH: a health assistant resides at the camp. Students may consult her at any time.
AFTER THE CAMP…
During the Summer Chyulu Wilderness Camp will welcome up to 20 students. Each tent can house up to 4 students with an en-suite bathroom, 2 showers, and is safely placed on wooden galleries. The tents are equipped with mosquito nets, UK and EU plug systems, soap, shampoo and conditioner. Boys and girls are in separate accommodations.
The camp has been designed to respect traditional Maasai architecture and culture. It boasts a traditional African lounge, dining room, library, conference room, outdoor fireplace and cafe.
Teachers and staff are spread across the camp to ensure their proximity to all students.
See here for an example schedule, which may be revised before the start of camp. Please note that individual daily timetables are not provided to parents.
We are aware that contact with the family is important and of the place that mobile phones now have in children’s lives. For this reason, we do not prohibit telephone use, but we do limit it 30 minutes at the end of the day, which will allow each child to take full advantage of the technology-free aspect of the trip, immerse in nature and social life that the camp offers. The camp has working Wi-Fi.
The camp can always be reached on +254709520002
For the rest of the day, phones are left in the safe of the office. Children will be required to give their phones to the teacher on duty for the night-time.
Children will all be provided with a camera, it is recommended to bring a memory card. There are also laptops available at camp if needed.
FOOD
Organic produce harvested locally supplies our well-trained chefs who adhere to safe food standards and prepare meals respecting all diets. In addition, all drinking water at the camp has gone through a filtration system.
Any food allergies (gluten free, lactose free, peanuts, etc.) should be clearly indicated in the health questionnaire. Meals on the menu containing pork will be indicated. Vegetarian menus are also offered.
During mealtimes, each student is assigned a table which is also shared with the camp teachers. Attendance at all meals is compulsory.
HEALTH AND INSURANCE
Parents are requested to provide the school with a health questionnaire for their child; the form is sent to parents prior to the start of camp and must be signed by a doctor. A questionnaire without a doctor’s signature is considered incomplete and therefore Le Rosey Camps declines all responsibility ensuing from missing information.
Please make sure that any important medical information we need to be aware of, such as allergies, medication or any recent medical intervention is clearly indicated. We must be informed of any specific dietary requirements before the beginning of the camp. We also need to be informed if your child suffers from other allergies (horses, cats, dust, insect bites...).
All medication must be labelled with the child’s name and the exact dosage and handed over to the health assistant. Children must not self-medicate. For the safety of all, children are not allowed to keep medicines on them.
Fees paid include travel insurance and assistance solution providing cover in the event of a medical emergency resulting from illness or accident. If the child’s health/accident insurance in his/her country of residence does not cover the costs abroad or if the child does not have health/accident insurance, our insurance is activated to cover the costs during the camp. In all cases, our company will contact the child’s health insurance, if it exists.
A health assistant resides at the camp. Trained personnel and emergency equipment are present at the camp; the camp plane can get to an excellent hospital within an hour.
Pocket Money
The recommended pocket money amount (CHF 350.-) was charged along with the camp fees. This sum is sufficient to cover your child’s stay at the camp. The accompanying teacher will be in charge of pocket money during the camp.
Packing List
If your child is travelling to Kenya directly after another Rosey Camp, please make sure they pack for Kenya in a separate duffle bag (max. 15kg) as their hard-shell suitcase will be locked safely in Nairobi during the duration of their stay at camp.
If your child is joining us only for the week in Kenya, please ensure their luggage does not exceed 15kg and is in a soft duffle bag.
The following items should fit in a hand-luggage size duffle bag:
• A headscarf/bandana
• A hat/cap
• A pullover (can be fleece)
• A windbreaker or light jacket
• 2 pairs of pants (preferably safari green or beige)
• 2 pairs of shorts (preferably safari green or beige)
• 4 pairs of socks
• 3 shirts (preferably safari green or beige)
• 3 t-shirts (preferably safari green or beige)
• PJs
• Hiking boots (not soft trainers)
• 1 pair of casual shoes
• 2 pairs of casual evening outfits
• Underwear
• Belt
The camp offers a laundry service, included in the price.
Flights from your home country and visa fees are not included in the price of the camp.
Getting to Nairobi there are two options:
If you choose the option B:
We strongly encourage you to book Marhaba meet and greet service in Dubai airport instead of an UM service. Marhaba offers a tailor-made services, such as, accompanying the child, from one gate to an other.
Leaving Nairobi there are two options:
If you choose the option B:
We strongly encourage you to book Marhaba meet and greet service in Dubai airport instead of an UM service. Marhaba offers a tailor-made services, such as, accompanying the child, from one gate to an other.
Once you have booked the following itinerary please send a copy of your tickets to contact@chyulucamp.com and contact@roseycamps.ch
VISA
You will have to apply for a visa to enter Kenya: www.etakenya.go.ke.
To successfully apply for the visa you will need a letter from camp, confirming your child’s stay dates and location. The invitation letters will be sent as soon as we receive the copy of your flight itinerary.
Once you have received the visa please send a copy to contact@chyulucamp.com and contact@roseycamps.ch and print a copy to include into your child’s passport.
Please note that applications can be submitted up to 3 months before the start of the camp and that your child's passport must be valid for at least six (6) months after the expected date of arrival in Kenya, with at least one page blank.
A photo gallery will be available online and will be updated frequently. You will receive login details once the first photos have been added, after the first full day of camp.
