7-Day Kenya Best Highlights - Budget Friendly Safari

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

Pick up in Nairobi, transfer to Amboseli National Park

We start the day with a convenient pickup from Nairobi airport or your hotel, and drive to Amboseli National Park. On arrival at the accommodation, expect lunch. Following lunch, you'll proceed to the park for an afternoon game drive, surrounded by the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Witness the park's iconic elephants up close, observing their family dynamics and behaviors. As the day unwinds, return to your camp for a peaceful evening and enjoy a delicious dinner.

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:

Manjaro Tented Camp

• Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game drive in Amboseli National Park

Spend a thrilling day exploring Amboseli National Park, beginning with an early morning game drive through the park's open landscapes. Witness majestic elephants roaming freely, alongside giraffes, buffaloes, hyenas, zebras and wildebeests along the saltpan trails. As you traverse the diverse ecosystems, from marshlands to dry savannahs, keep an eye out for the park's abundant birdlife, drawn to the wetlands fed by Mount Kilimanjaro's underground rivers. Take in the breathtaking views from Observation Hill, one of the park's highest points, offering a stunning panorama of the surrounding plains, marshlands, and wildlife.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Manjaro Tented Camp

• Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Depart Amboseli National Park for Lake Naivasha

Start your day with an early breakfast, then depart for Lake Naivasha, stopping at the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Upon arrival, check-in to your lodge and enjoy lunch. Discover the lake's unique ecosystem, where papyrus reeds provide a haven for kingfishers and herons. With over 400 bird species recorded, Lake Naivasha is a paradise for birdwatchers. Take a leisurely stroll along the shores, where vineyards thrive, producing grapes for Kenya's wine industry. In the afternoon, consider a boat ride, or visit Crescent Island for an additional fee, offering a chance to get up close to wildlife and enjoy stunning views.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Leisure Apex Resort

• Budget hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park

Start your day with an early breakfast, then depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Upon arrival, check-in to your lodge and savor lunch. After some relaxation, head out on an exciting afternoon game drive, where you might spot the park's famous tree-climbing lions lazing in the branches, endangered black rhinos roaming the savannah, giraffes strolling across the plains, and a wide variety of birdlife soaring above Lake Nakuru's picturesque shores. As the day comes to a close, return to your lodge for a warm dinner and a restful overnight stay.

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:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru NP to Masai Mara National Reserve

Start your day with breakfast, then drive to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's most pristine wildlife sanctuaries. As part of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, Masai Mara is famous for its spectacular seasonal migration, where thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and predators roam the open plains. Upon arrival, check-in to your lodge, savor lunch, and then head out on an afternoon game drive, taking in the breathtaking scenery and wildlife. As the day unfolds, return to your camp for a warm dinner and a restful overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African savannah.

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:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Reserve

You'll be on an exciting full-day game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve, armed with a packed lunch. Today's adventure focuses on spotting the iconic Big Five - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos - in their natural habitat. Take a break for a scenic picnic lunch along the Mara River, where you can observe hippos and crocodiles in their aquatic domain. After lunch, continue the game drive, exploring different areas of the reserve to catch a glimpse of any wildlife you might have missed. As the day unfolds, enjoy the thrilling experience until late evening, then return to your camp for a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Nairobi for departure

Start your day with breakfast at the camp, then take advantage of an optional morning game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve, squeezing in some last-minute wildlife spotting. After the drive, depart for Nairobi, arriving in time for lunch at a local restaurant. Following lunch, we'll drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari adventure, as you prepare for your departure back home.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)

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.