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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi - Masai Mara Game Reserve

Nairobi - Masai Mara Game Reserve

Start your adventure early as you meet your Kenya safari driver at the agreed pick-up point. Head to our office to begin your journey, with a scenic stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint to admire the stunning escarpment. Continue to Narok Town for a quick refreshment break before arriving in Masai Mara just in time for a delicious hot buffet lunch.

Afterward, embark on an exciting afternoon game drive, exploring the reserve in search of Kenya’s iconic wildlife. As the sun sets, return to the campsite for a hearty dinner, a cozy bonfire, and a restful overnight stay under the stars.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sankale Camp
  • Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve Full-Day Game Viewing

Masai Mara National Reserve Full-Day Game Viewing

After a hearty breakfast at the campsite, depart with packed picnic lunches for a full day of adventure in Masai Mara National Reserve. Famous for the Great Migration (July to October), the reserve is home to an impressive array of wildlife year-round.

Enjoy 8 hours of thrilling game drives, with close encounters of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, gazelles, and more. As the day winds down, exit the reserve and return to the campsite for an optional activity, a delicious dinner, a bonfire, and a restful overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Sankale Camp
  • Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara Game Reserve - Lake Nakuru National Park

Masai Mara Game Reserve - Lake Nakuru National Park

No Kenya adventure safari in Masai Mara is complete without a visit to a Maasai village. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, where you’ll experience traditional songs, dances, and the famous Maasai jumping ritual.

Afterward, return to the campsite for a hearty breakfast, check out, and drive to Nakuru. You’ll arrive at a budget hotel in the afternoon, with some free time to explore Nakuru city before dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located in Nakuru (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha Hell's Gate National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha Hell's Gate National Park

After an early breakfast, your guide will brief you about Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy a thrilling safari through the park, spotting black and white rhinos, buffaloes, lions, leopards, flamingos, pelicans, baboons, impalas, and more. Visit the Baboon Viewpoint Cliff for panoramic views before leaving the park and heading to Naivasha with a lunch stop along the way.

Arrive at your budget hotel in Naivasha by late afternoon, where you'll have free time to relax. For those interested, your guide can take you to Lake Naivasha for an optional boat ride (at extra cost) to see birds and hippos. Return to the hotel for dinner and an 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
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
WildebeestVery Rare
Accommodation:
Leisure Apex Resort
  • Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast, get ready for an exciting day at Hell’s Gate National Park. Choose between a safari drive with your guide or cycling 14 km to the gorge (optional). Enjoy a guided nature walk before heading back to the main gate.

Next, drive to Amboseli National Park, with a lunch stop along the way. Arrive at Amboseli Campsite in time for sunset, check-in, and a delightful dinner. End the day with a bonfire and a peaceful overnight stay.

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
HyenaVery Rare
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LionNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Manjaro Tented Camp
  • Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Amboseli National Park Full-Day Game Viewing

Amboseli National Park Full-Day Game Viewing

Start your day with a delicious African breakfast, enjoying breathtaking views of Amboseli National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants. In the distance, Mount Kilimanjaro looms majestically, offering stunning views from the park’s Tanzania side.

After breakfast, embark on an 8-hour game drive through Amboseli. Stop at the Amboseli Viewpoint and enjoy a picnic lunch at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro. Traverse the park, visiting swampy areas where elephants, along with other wildlife, come to drink and bathe.

In the late evening, exit the park and return to the campsite for an optional activity, dinner, a bonfire, and a relaxing overnight stay.

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
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Manjaro Tented Camp
  • Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Amboseli National Park - Nairobi

Amboseli National Park - Nairobi

On the final day of your Kenya budget camping safari, enjoy a game drive as you travel from Amboseli Kimana Gate to Amboseli Mashenani Gate, spending at least 2 hours searching for more wildlife and bird species.

Afterward, exit Amboseli National Park and begin your journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the evening. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport in time for your flight.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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