Overview

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure exploring the iconic Masai Mara, tranquil Lake Naivasha, and the breathtaking Hell’s Gate National Park. This budget-friendly safari offers an unforgettable wildlife experience combined with scenic landscapes and exciting activities. 

Day 1: Amboseli National Park

An early morning start and drive to Amboseli National Park. Check-in at accommodation and lunch. Afternoon game drive.  

Amboseli National Park is situated due south of Nairobi, most of the park consists of a dry, ancient lake bed and fragile grassland with patches of acacia woodland, while in the southern area there is a number of small, rocky, volcanic hills. Around the swamps Ol Okenya, Ol Tukai and Enkongo Narok, the vegetation is lush with yellow barked acacias and phoenix palms.  

Overnight stay at Campsite or Lodge.  

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli National Park

Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit with packed lunch provided, an optional visit to a Masai village can be planned after breakfast. A visit reveals the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Despite its changing habitat, Amboseli National Park is possible the best wildlife area in the whole of Africa to experience elephant at close range. Left Un harassed by poachers, elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps must form the highlights of any Safari.  

Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.  

Day 3: Amboseli National Park – Lake Naivasha National Park

An early morning drive to Lake Naivasha, it is the highest and the most beautiful of the Rif Valley lakes. At 1910m (6200f), the water is fresh and the lake is fringed with dense clumps of papyrus (ancient Egyptian once used this to make paper). Kingfishers use the papyrus as a perch, herons hide in it while searching for food. Naivasha is yet another area popular for bird watching (over 400species have been recorded). It is also a favorite weekend retreat for Nairobi residents, who come here to sail, water ski and fish. There are no crocodiles in the lake as the water is too cold for them, due to altitude but there are a number of hippos. Along the lakeshore, vineyards produce grapes for the country’s fledgling wine industry.  

Overnight stay at campsite or lodge.   

*A boat ride in Lake Naivasha is included.  

Day 4: Lake Naivasha National Park – Lake Nakuru National Park

Early morning picks up, then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Known all over the world for its flamingos, it’s alkaline and is recognized as being one of the natural wonders of the world. Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harboring a population of over 40 black and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingos, of course, have always been the main attraction. At times there may be almost 2 million flamingos in the residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lakeshore. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive.  

Overnight stay at campsite or lodge.  

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Depart early morning to Maasai Mara National Reserve, it holds on as one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa. As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of Wildebeest, Zebras and attendant predators. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive.  

Overnight stay at campsite or lodge.  

Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Depart early morning to Maasai Mara National Reserve, it holds on as one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa. As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of Wildebeest, Zebras and attendant predators. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive.  

 Overnight stay at campsite or lodge.  

Day 7: Maasai Village – Nairobi

After breakfast, drive to Masai village at an extra cost, and head back to Nairobi having lunch in enroute arriving in Nairobi by early evening  

Tour Price Includes:

• All meals on safari 
• Accommodation throughout your safari 
• Unlimited supply of bottled water in the safari vehicle 
• All transfers are as indicated in the itinerary. 
• All government taxes. 
• Services of a professional driver/guide 
• Guaranteed window seat throughout the safari 
• All national park fees, conservancy fees, and hotel taxes 
• Masai village visit 

Services not included: 

• Optional activities 
• Accommodation on the day before the tour departs and on the last day. 
• Visa fee 
• Hot air balloon ride ($450) pp 
• International flights 
• Travel insurance 
• All personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary. 
• Tips to the Driver/Guide (Tipping is normal in Kenya – if you are satisfied with the service, a suitable tip is normally around USD 10 per person/per day for the driver/guide)