7-Day Mara-L Nakuru-L Naivasha & Amboseli Group Budget

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

Nairobi to Maasai Mara – Scenic Drive & Afternoon Game Drive

Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, embarking on a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views and a brief stop at the viewpoint to capture photos of this iconic landscape. Continuing towards Maasai Mara, you pass through the lively towns of Narok and Mai Mahiu, offering a glimpse into local life. Upon arrival at your lodge or camp in time for lunch, you will check in and enjoy a short rest before heading out for your first exhilarating game drive. The Maasai Mara is renowned for its vast savannahs teeming with wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, and leopards. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

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:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive in Maasai Mara + Optional Balloon Safari & Maasai Village Visit

Start your day with an optional hot air balloon safari, offering breathtaking aerial views of the Maasai Mara at sunrise. After landing, enjoy a special outdoor breakfast before rejoining your safari group. Alternatively, set off early for a morning game drive, the best time to spot predators as they hunt. Spend the day exploring the vast plains, searching for the Big Five and other incredible wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot before continuing your adventure. In the afternoon, you have the option to visit a Maasai village, where you’ll experience their rich culture, traditional dances, and way of life. As the sun sets, return to your lodge or camp for a relaxing evening, dinner, and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Birdwatching & Rhino Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to Maasai Mara and embark on a drive towards Lake Nakuru National Park. This journey offers scenic views of rural Kenya and the Rift Valley escarpment. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and have lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is famous for its large flocks of flamingos that create a pink-hued spectacle along the shore. The park is also a sanctuary for both black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and a variety of other wildlife, including waterbucks and baboons. Keep an eye out for elusive leopards and tree-climbing lions. After an exciting day, return to your lodge for dinner and 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:

Hotel Waterbuck

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha – Boat Ride & Crescent Island Walk

Following breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru for the short drive to Lake Naivasha, a stunning freshwater lake known for its hippo population and diverse bird species. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge and relax before enjoying a boat ride on the lake. Glide past groups of hippos and observe fish eagles swooping down for their catch. Next, visit Crescent Island, a private wildlife sanctuary where you can take a guided walking safari among freely roaming giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. This unique experience allows for an up-close encounter with wildlife in a serene environment. After the excursion, return to your lodge for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight stay.

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 Amboseli – Arrival & Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, embark on a journey to Amboseli National Park, a drive that takes you past Nairobi and towards Kenya’s southern region, near the Tanzania border. Enjoy views of local villages and open landscapes along the way. Arriving at Amboseli in the afternoon, check in to your lodge and have lunch before heading out for a game drive. Amboseli is famous for its large herds of free-roaming elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Capture breathtaking photos of elephants against the backdrop of the snow-capped mountain. After an afternoon of wildlife sightings, return to your lodge for dinner and a restful night.

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:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Exploration in Amboseli National Park

Start your day with an early morning game drive, the best time to see predators such as lions and cheetahs before they retreat into the shade. The golden light of dawn provides a spectacular setting for photography. Return to the lodge for breakfast before continuing with a mid-morning game drive, exploring Amboseli’s marshes, swamps, and open plains. Visit the Observation Hill, which offers panoramic views of the park and its abundant wildlife. After lunch and a short rest, embark on another game drive in the afternoon, focusing on areas where elephants, buffaloes, and giraffes congregate. As the sun sets over Kilimanjaro, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Nairobi to Amboseli-Farewell Safari & Return Journey

Start your final day with an early morning game drive, capturing last glimpses of Amboseli’s breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. This is an excellent time to spot predators before they retreat from the rising sun. After breakfast, check out from your lodge and begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi, enjoying views of the countryside along the way. Arrive in the afternoon and proceed to your preferred drop-off location, marking the end of a memorable safari adventure.

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.