7-Day Budget Amboseli–Naivasha & Mara Safari Deal

• 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 safari begins with a scenic drive to Amboseli, famous for its elephant herds and breath-taking views of Kilimanjaro. The afternoon game drive introduces you to the park’s diverse wildlife, from giraffes to lions, against Africa’s most iconic mountain.

Approx itinerary;
Highlight: Herds of elephants with Mt. Kilimanjaro backdrop.

06:30 – Pick-up in Nairobi, drive to Amboseli (4–5 hrs).

11:00 – Arrive, check in & lunch at budget lodge/camp.

15:00–17:00 – Afternoon game drive.

1700hrs Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli Exclusive Game drives & Exploration

Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli’s swamps and plains. Watch elephants cooling off in marshes, spot predators stalking prey and enjoy birdwatching in one of Kenya’s richest avian habitats. The day offers a deeper immersion into Amboseli’s ecosystem.

Approx itinerary;
0630–0800 hrs – Early Morning game drive.
0800-0830 hrs - Return back to the lodge for breakfast
1000 -1300 hrs - Leave the lodge with packed lunch for a full day game drive
1300 -1400 hrs - Picnic packed lunch
14:00–1700 hrs – Continued game drive
1700 hrs return back to the lodge for dinner & overnight
Highlight: Close encounters with elephants, lions, and prolific birdlife.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha

After a final game drive in Amboseli, journey north to Lake Naivasha. The afternoon offers a tranquil boat ride among hippos and waterbirds, followed by a walking safari on Crescent Island where giraffes and zebras roam freely without predators.

Approx itinerary;
06:30–09:00 – Breakfast & Check out
09:30 – Depart for Naivasha (approx. 6 hrs via Nairobi).
15:30 – Optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
17:00 – Visit Crescent Island for a walking safari.
Highlight: Hippos basking in the lake and giraffes grazing up close.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Burch Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha - Masai Mara

Drive through the Great Rift Valley to reach the legendary Masai Mara. Your first game drive introduces the vast savannahs, dotted with wildebeest, zebras and predators. The Mara’s dramatic landscapes set the stage for unforgettable wildlife encounters.

07:00 – Breakfast, depart for Masai Mara (5–6 hrs).
13:00 – Arrive, check in at budget camp/lodge.
15:00–18:00 – Afternoon game drive.

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

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Sentrim Mara Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Sunrise to Sunset ultimate game drive in Mara

Long game drives in the Mara allows you to track the Big Five and witness the drama of predator-prey interactions. During migration season, watch wildebeest and zebras cross rivers while crocodiles lurk nearby. Picnic lunch in the bush keeps you close to the action.

06:30–16:00 – Full-day game drive with picnic packed lunch.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Sentrim Mara Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara Exploration

Explore a new area of the Mara to diversify sightings- cheetahs sprinting across plains, lions resting in the shade or elephants moving in family groups. In the afternoon, you may visit a Maasai village to learn about traditional culture and lifestyle.

06:30–11:00 – Morning game drive in a different Mara region.

15:00–18:00 – Afternoon game drive or Maasai village visit.

Highlight: Predator action (cheetahs, lions) and cultural immersion.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Sentrim Mara Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara - Nairobi

Your last morning in the Mara offers a chance to catch predators on the hunt or herds grazing in the golden light. After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi, reflecting on a week of diverse landscapes, wildlife spectacles and cultural experiences.

06:30–09:00 – Early morning game drive.

10:00 – Depart for Nairobi (5–6 hrs).

16:00–17:00 – Arrive in Nairobi, drop-off at hotel/airport.

Highlight: Final sunrise safari in the Mara before return.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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