$2,240 to $2,800 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel through the Great Rift Valley, enjoying scenic views and brief photo stops along the way. Continue through rural landscapes before arriving in the Maasai Mara in time for lunch at your budget camp. After a short rest, head out for an afternoon game drive across the famous Mara plains, known for their rich wildlife and open savannahs. Expect sightings of zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, elephants, and possibly big cats. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
-
Lenchada Tourist Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
FullDay in Maasai Mara National Reserve
FullDay in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. The reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year, with large populations of herbivores and predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch or return to camp for meals, depending on the day’s plan. In the afternoon, guests may opt for an optional Maasai village visit (at extra cost) to learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai people. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Lenchada Tourist Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy another full day in the Maasai Mara, allowing time to explore different regions of the reserve, including river areas where wildlife often gathers. Guests may choose an optional early morning hot air balloon safari for a unique aerial view of the plains (at an additional cost). The rest of the day is spent on game drives, maximizing wildlife sightings and photography opportunities. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Lenchada Tourist Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving around lunchtime. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive around the lake and surrounding woodland areas. Lake Nakuru is well known for its birdlife, including flamingos, and as a sanctuary for endangered black and white rhinos. You may also see giraffes, buffaloes, and lions. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or camp near the park.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lanet Matfam Resort
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Nakuru National Park – Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru National Park – Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving late morning. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake, offering close views of hippos and water birds, followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island where you can walk among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. In the afternoon, there is an optional visit to Hell’s Gate National Park for walking or cycling through gorges and geothermal scenery. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or camp in Naivasha.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Accommodation:
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Hotel Chambai Safari
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park
Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park
Depart after breakfast and travel south toward Amboseli National Park, with lunch en route. Arrive in the Amboseli area in the afternoon and enjoy a game drive either en route or after checking in at your budget camp. Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and open plains, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a stunning backdrop on clear days. Dinner and overnight at a budget camp near the park.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Little Amanya Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli National Park. Wildlife is often concentrated around the swamps, offering excellent viewing of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and numerous bird species. The open landscape makes wildlife spotting easy and rewarding. Between game drives, relax at the camp and enjoy the surrounding views. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Little Amanya Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Amboseli – Nairobi
Amboseli – Nairobi
After a relaxed breakfast, depart the Amboseli area mid-morning and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your budget safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
