7-Day Classic Kenya Budget Wildlife & Rift Valley Safari

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

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Your adventure begins with an early departure from Nairobi as you journey towards the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve. The drive takes you through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, where a stop at the viewpoint offers sweeping panoramas of one of Africa's most remarkable geological features.

Arriving at the Masai Mara in time for lunch, you'll settle into camp before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. The endless golden savannahs, dotted with acacia trees, provide the perfect introduction to Kenya's most celebrated wildlife destination. Keep your camera ready for sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and other iconic safari species.

Highlights: Great Rift Valley viewpoints, afternoon game drive, big cats, rolling savannah landscapes, seasonal Great Migration.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Exploring the Masa Mara in Search of the Big Five

Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara on extensive game drives. Widely regarded as one of Africa's finest safari destinations, the reserve is home to exceptional densities of wildlife and offers remarkable opportunities for photography and wildlife viewing.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush near the famous Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles are often seen along the banks. As you traverse different sections of the reserve, every turn presents another opportunity to encounter the incredible diversity of animals that make the Mara world-renowned.

For those seeking an enhanced experience, an optional sunrise hot-air balloon safari offers unforgettable aerial views of the vast ecosystem, while a visit to a Maasai cultural village offers fascinating insights into local traditions and heritage.

Highlights: Full-day game viewing, Mara River, Big Five opportunities, hot air balloon safari (optional), Maasai cultural experience (optional).

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park, Home of Tree-Climbing Lions

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

Start the day with a final morning game drive in the Masai Mara, maximising your chances of spotting wildlife before continuing your journey through the scenic Rift Valley.

Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in the afternoon and embark on a game drive along the lake's shoreline and surrounding forests. Renowned as one of Kenya's premier rhino sanctuaries, the park offers excellent opportunities to see both black and white rhinos in their natural habitat. The park is also home to the endangered Rothschild giraffe, along with a wide variety of birdlife and waterbirds.

Highlights: Black rhino sightings, white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, scenic lake views, abundant birdlife.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Hotel CityMax

• 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 Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, travel to the freshwater shores of Lake Naivasha, one of the Great Rift Valley's most beautiful lakes. Here, you'll visit Hell's Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic cliffs, volcanic formations, and unique opportunities for a walking or bicycle safari.

Unlike many other parks in Kenya, Hell's Gate allows visitors to explore among freely roaming wildlife on foot or by bicycle, creating a more personal connection with the landscape.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat ride across Lake Naivasha before visiting Crescent Island, where a guided walking safari offers close encounters with herbivores in a peaceful lakeside setting.

Highlights: Hell's Gate National Park, bicycle safari, walking safari, Lake Naivasha boat ride, Crescent Island wildlife walk.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Burch Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Scenic Drive to Amboseli National Park

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

Today's journey takes you south towards the spectacular landscapes of Amboseli National Park, situated beneath the towering presence of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain.

Arrive in time for lunch, then an afternoon game drive and discover why Amboseli is celebrated as one of the best places in Africa to observe elephants. Vast open plains, seasonal wetlands, and acacia woodlands create an ideal habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, all set against the dramatic backdrop of Kilimanjaro.

Highlights: Scenic drive through Kenya, elephant herds, evening game drive, Mount Kilimanjaro views.

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

Show more

HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Elephant Land- Exploring the Amboseli Ecosystem from Morning to Evening

Full Day in Amboseli National Park

Spend a full day exploring the diverse ecosystems of Amboseli. Morning and afternoon game drives take you through dried lake beds, lush swamps nourished by waters flowing from Mount Kilimanjaro, and expansive plains frequented by elephants and other wildlife.

A visit to Observation Hill provides panoramic views across the park, revealing the contrasting habitats that support Amboseli's rich biodiversity. The park's unique scenery and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities make for a memorable safari experience.

Highlights: Observation Hill, large elephant families, swamps and wetlands, panoramic landscapes, spectacular wildlife photography.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Amboseli to Mairobi City

Wake early for one final chance to admire the snow-capped summit of Mount Kilimanjaro before breakfast. Clear morning conditions often offer the most rewarding views of this iconic mountain.

After breakfast, check out and begin the return journey to Nairobi. Guests may choose to enhance their final day with an optional Maasai Village Experience before departing the Amboseli region.

Arrive back in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you'll be transferred to your hotel or the airport, bringing an unforgettable Kenya safari adventure to a close.

Highlights: Sunrise views of Mount Kilimanjaro, scenic return journey, optional Maasai Village Experience, Nairobi transfer.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

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.