7 Days of Wild Kenya: Maasai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli Camping

Safari Overview

Embark on an epic 7-day budget adventure through Kenya's premier wildlife reserves. This unforgettable safari takes you from the spectacular scenery of the Great Rift Valley to three of the country's most famous parks. You'll begin at Lake Nakuru National Park, a bird lover's paradise known for its diverse wildlife, including endangered White and Black rhinos. The journey continues to the legendary Maasai Mara, where you'll search for the Big Five, big cats, and witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration. Finally, the tour culminates in Amboseli National Park, offering immense views of Mount Kilimanjaro and its vast herds of elephants. This camping safari departs from Nairobi, providing an authentic and affordable way to experience the best of Kenya.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara Depart from Nairobi in the morning for the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. A picnic lunch will be served en route. Upon arrival, you'll immediately begin an exciting game drive, searching for black-maned lions, elephants, leopards, and other plains game. You'll then return to your campsite for dinner and your overnight stay.

Day 2: Full Day in Maasai Mara Spend a full day on game drives across the rich, tree-studded grasslands and rolling hills of the Mara. The reserve is renowned for its great herds of plains game and is home to a high concentration of wildlife, including black-maned lions, leopards, and cheetahs. All meals and your overnight stay will be at the campsite.

Day 3: Another Day in Maasai Mara This is another full day dedicated to game viewing in the Mara. In between morning and afternoon game drives, you have the option to take a guided nature walk or visit a nearby Maasai village to learn about their culture. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the campsite.

Day 4: Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru After an early morning game drive and breakfast, you will leave the Maasai Mara for Lake Nakuru National Park. A picnic lunch will be served along the way. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.

Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli After breakfast, you'll head into Lake Nakuru National Park for a morning game drive. After lunch, you will depart for Amboseli National Park. You will arrive in the late afternoon and proceed for a short game drive if time permits. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the campsite.

Day 6: Full Day in Amboseli You will spend a full day on game drives in Amboseli National Park. This park is famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will have an optional tour to a Maasai village. All meals and your overnight stay will be at the campsite.

Day 7: Amboseli to Nairobi After an early breakfast, you will have one last game drive as you leave the park. A picnic lunch will be served en route. You will arrive back in Nairobi in the late afternoon, concluding your safari adventure.

Package Includes:

• Park entry fees for all reserves.

• Transportation in a safari mini-van with a pop-up roof.

• All accommodation as per the itinerary (campsite and hotel).

• All meals as per the itinerary (excluding the first breakfast and last dinner).

• Services of a qualified, English-speaking driver-guide and a cook.

What's Not Included:

• Beverages and drinking water.

• Personal spending money.

• Tips for the driver-guide and other staff.

• Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit).