8 Days Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli Budget Safari

Overview:

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day safari adventure through Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations, including Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli National Park. Experience breathtaking landscapes, thrilling game drives, and encounters with the Big Five, flamingos, and vast herds of elephants. This budget-friendly tour provides comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and expert-guided explorations.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara

• Depart Nairobi and head west towards the Masai Mara.
• Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for stunning panoramic views.
• Lunch in Narok town before proceeding to the park.
• Evening game drive to spot wildlife.
• Dinner and overnight at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.

Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

• Breakfast at the camp.
• Full-day game drive across the vast Mara savannah.
• Picnic lunch in the park.
• Spot the Big Five and other wildlife, including seasonal wildebeest migration.
• Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Additional Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

• Breakfast at the camp.
• Another full-day game drive exploring different regions of the Mara.
• Optional visit to a Maasai village ($10 per person).
• Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru

• Breakfast at the camp.
• Optional brief visit to a Maasai village before departure.
• Scenic drive towards Nakuru with lunch in Mai Mahiu.
• Optional boat ride at Lake Naivasha (extra cost).
• Arrive in Nakuru for dinner and overnight at Citymax Hotel.

Accommodation: Buraha zenoni Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park – Naivasha

• Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
• Spot flamingos, rhinos, and other wildlife.
• Visit Baboon Cliff for panoramic views.
• Picnic lunch and later transfer to Naivasha.
• Dinner and overnight at Newstead Hotel.

Accommodation: Leisure Apex Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Naivasha – Hell’s Gate – Amboseli

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Visit Hell’s Gate National Park for nature walks and optional bike riding.
• Lunch before departure to Amboseli via Nairobi.
• Arrive at Amboseli in the evening for dinner and overnight at Kimana Camp.

Accommodation: Nyati Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Amboseli National Park

• Breakfast at the camp.
• Full-day game drive in Amboseli with close wildlife encounters.
• Spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
• Optional Maasai village visit (extra cost).
• Picnic lunch in the park.
• Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Nyati Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Amboseli – Nairobi

• Early morning game drive for final wildlife sightings.
• Breakfast at the camp.
• Depart for Nairobi with lunch en route.
• Drop-off in Nairobi.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Inclusions:

✔ Transport in a safari van with a pop-up roof
✔ Pick-up from the airport
✔ Accommodation as per itinerary
✔ All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
✔ Services of a professional guide/driver
✔ All park entrance fees
✔ All game drives
✔ Statutory taxes

Exclusions:

✖ Personal insurance
✖ Items of personal nature
✖ Alcoholic & soft drinks
✖ Balloon safari
✖ Maasai village visit ($10 per person)
✖ Visa fees