8-Day Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru, Mara Budget Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up in Nairobi. Drive south through the scenic Athi Plains, arriving at Amboseli in time for lunch. After a brief rest, head out for your first game drive. Experience the unique sight of massive elephant herds roaming beneath the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return to your camp for dinner and a restful night under the stars.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Amboseli Eco Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Full stay at Amboseli National Park

Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli’s diverse habitats, from dried-up lake beds to lush sulfur springs. With the mountain providing a stunning backdrop for photography, search for lions, cheetahs, and buffalo. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Observation Hill, offering panoramic views of the park and its marshes teeming with hippos and vibrant birdlife. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Amboseli Eco Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha

After an early breakfast, depart for the Great Rift Valley. Stop at the scenic escarpment viewpoint for breathtaking photos before descending to Lake Naivasha. Arrive for lunch and spend the afternoon on a tranquil boat safari. Spot hippos in the water and visit Crescent Island for a unique guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and waterbucks. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Lazarus Lodge

• Budget hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Hell's gate to Lake Nakuru National Park

Morning visit to Hell’s Gate National Park, where you can cycle or walk through dramatic gorges and towering rock towers. After lunch, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Known for its rhino sanctuary and seasonal flamingo populations, Nakuru offers excellent sightings of leopards and Rothschild giraffes. Enjoy an evening game drive along the lake’s shores before heading to your Nakuru budget hotel.

Main Destination:

Hell’S Gate National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Little rain)

High Season The park is rarely busy

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

LeopardVery Rare

CheetahVery Rare

HyenaRare

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Punda Milias Nakuru Camp

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Depart the Rift Valley lakes for the world-famous Maasai Mara. Travel through the breadbasket of Kenya, the wheat fields of Narok, arriving at your camp for lunch. Embark on an introductory afternoon game drive in these vast savannahs, catching your first glimpses of the Mara’s abundant predators and herbivores. Dinner and overnight at a budget-friendly tented camp.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Full Maasai Mara Exploration

Dedicate your day to the wonders of the Mara. With your expert guide, track the Big Five across the rolling grasslands. Visit the Mara River, the site of the dramatic Great Migration crossings (July–October), and see hippos and crocodiles basking on the banks. A picnic lunch in the wild ensures you don't miss a moment of the action. Return to the camp as the sun sets over the horizon.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Full Stay in Maasai Mara

Another day in paradise allows for deeper exploration of the reserve’s remote corners. Opt for a sunrise hot air balloon safari (extra cost) or visit a traditional Maasai Village to learn about their ancient culture and vibrant traditions. Spend your final evening game drive seeking out elusive leopards or witnessing a pride of lions on the hunt. Final dinner and overnight at your camp.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Enjoy a final pre-breakfast game drive to catch the early morning hunters. After a hearty breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi. You’ll enjoy a final scenic drive across the valley floor, with a stop for lunch en route. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon for your drop-off at the airport or hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenyan safari with Triplink Safaris.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.