7 Day Spectacular Safari Experience in Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli, Kenya
Safari Tour in Kenya
Embark on a breathtaking seven-day safari through Kenya’s most iconic destinations, each offering a unique blend of wildlife, scenery, and cultural encounters. Your journey begins in the world-famous Maasai Mara, home to the Big Five and the Great Migration. Continue to Lake Nakuru, a haven for flamingos and rhinos, then explore the serene beauty of Lake Naivasha and the dramatic landscapes of Hell’s Gate. Finally, witness herds of elephants in Amboseli with the stunning Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop. This carefully crafted budget safari offers immersive experiences, memorable game drives, and comfortable stays—from eco-camps just minutes from the park to accommodations with views of Africa’s highest peak. The adventure concludes in Nairobi, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s rich natural heritage.
Key information
- Private or group safari: Group safari (small group mentioned)
- Starting point and ending point: Nairobi (airport or hotel)
- Information on park fees: All park fees included in the package
Highlights
- Enjoy six game drives including morning, afternoon, and evening sessions
- Spot big five animals such as elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards
- Travel in a Jeep/safari van vehicle for optimal wildlife viewing
- Visit iconic landmarks, including the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Hell’s Gate National Park, and Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop
- All park fees are included in the safari package
- Experience boat rides on Lake Naivasha and visits to Crescent Island
- 6 nights accommodation with meals
- Airport pick up
Styles
Accommodation
- Night 1: Miti Mingi Eco Camp – Maasai Mara (budget eco-camp located five minutes from the park)
- Night 2: Miti Mingi Eco Camp – Maasai Mara (budget eco-camp located five minutes from the park)
- Night 3: Buraha Zenoni Hotel – Nakuru (hotel with a swimming pool)
- Night 4: Leisure Apex Resort – Naivasha (comfortable resort accommodation)
- Night 5: Nyati Camp – Amboseli (safari camp with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro)
- Night 6: Nyati Camp or AA Lodge – Amboseli (Nyati offers a view of Mount Kilimanjaro; AA Lodge is a midrange option)
- Night 7: No accommodation – Nairobi (end of tour)
Miti Mingi Eco Camp
The camp is situated within the Masai Mara eco-system and on the banks of Ololaimutia River which is a watering point for most of the wild animals, especially elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, etc. This small and exclusive campsite comprises 25 tents.
The tents are furnished with all the amenities required by the modern traveler. Decorated in calming safari tones, natural woods, wrought iron, and crisp cotton, each tent has been meticulously planned to maximize comfort. All tents have four-poster beds and mosquito nets, en-suite with shower, WC, and flush toilets, hot and cold running water, and electricity with a voltage of 240 volts.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Buraha Zenoni Hotel
Situated in Nakuru, 19 kilometers from Lake Elementaita, Buraha Zenoni Hotel and Resort features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge, and a terrace. The property has a bar, as well as a restaurant serving African cuisine. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Buraha Zenoni is the standout establishment towering over any other structure in the vicinity.
Being a 15-minute drive from The Nakuru CBD, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between convenience and serenity, away from the rushed life of the town. It has a variety of rooms that will suit your budget ranging from standard, superior, twin, deluxe, en-suite, and family suite. At the hotel, rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The rooms have a wardrobe.
Being seven floors high, the lounge affords you a beautiful panoramic view of the vast Nakuru landscape as you indulge in your favorite food and beverage. Nakuru offers many attractions such as the Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate National Park, and Menengai Crater, a must-visit place for any visitor to the area.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Leisure Apex Resort
Leisure Apex Hotel is the ultimate destination for travelers seeking luxurious accommodation in Naivasha. Located along the scenic Moi South Lake Road, the hotel offers easy access to a plethora of attraction sites, making it the ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. The tastefully furnished rooms and suites offer unparalleled comfort and convenience, ensuring a memorable stay for all the guests. Enjoy a gastronomic experience like no other at the on-site restaurant and bar, where you can indulge in delicious local and international cuisine. Additionally, the state-of-the-art conference facilities are perfect for hosting meetings and events.
Nyati Camp
Nyati is a budget-friendly accommodation, overlooking Mount Kilimanjaro, right by Kimana gate, in Amboseli National Park. Here you get a bush-like setting with friendly service and comfort. Nyati Safari Camp is an affordable and friendly choice. Nyati Safari Camp is set among nature, offering a majestic view of two peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro—the ice-capped Kibo and Mawenzi. Situated just outside the Amboseli National Park, the campsite offers comfortable tents and lodges, with a restaurant, a bar, and amazing natural surroundings.
Here you can rest in the spacious tents and stone rooms and enjoy the tasty meals in the restaurant with a generous view of Mount Kilimanjaro. The camp offers beds, bedding, hot showers, electricity, and mosquito nets. Nyati Safari Camp is your ultimate gateway for wildlife and nature adventures in Amboseli National Park.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Program
Embark on a seven-day budgeting safari across Kenya's top destinations. Start in Maasai Mara, where you will witness incredible wildlife and, if visiting in season, the Great Migration. Next, explore Lake Nakuru, famous for its flamingos and rhino sanctuary. Discover the beauty of Lake Naivasha, with its serene waters and abundant birdlife. Finally, end in Amboseli, where you will see elephants with the stunning Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. This affordable tour from Dennsland Trekk Tours offers a diverse mix of wildlife, scenic views, and cultural experiences.
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Early morning pick-up from the airport to the office of Dennsland Trekk Tours to meet members of a small group for the safari. Thereafter, depart for Maasai Mara, making stops at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for sightings of this geographical feature that has its origins in Israel. Later, stop at Narok for lunch. Arrive in the afternoon, check in, relax, and later go for an evening safari game drive. Maasai Mara National Reserve has one of Kenya's vast plains filled with a variety of animals. It is also best known for the wildebeest migration that usually happens from July to October, which is one of the world's natural wonders. There is also great wildlife viewing all year round. Enjoy a wonderful dinner and overnight at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.
- Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp (budget camping) or Jambo Mara (midrange accommodation)
- Meals and drinks: Lunch and dinner only (breakfast not included). Drinking water included (other drinks not included)
Day 2: Maasai Mara
This day is not only used for a full-day game viewing but also offers the exciting optional activity of a hot air balloon safari. For the balloon safari, you will need to rise at the crack of dawn to be airborne just before sunrise. This magical experience is followed by a champagne breakfast. Full-day game viewing can be enjoyed from after breakfast until the afternoon. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.
- Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp (budget camping) or Jambo Mara (midrange accommodation)
- Meals and drinks: All meals included. Drinking water included (other drinks not included)
Day 3: Maasai Mara – Nakuru
After breakfast at the camp, check out. This morning can include an optional visit to a Maasai village to learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai people. Depart for Nakuru, with lunch en route and scenic distant views of Mount Longonot and Lake Naivasha. On arrival in the afternoon, check in and relax at your chosen accommodation.
- Main destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel (budget camping)
- Meals and drinks: All meals included. Drinking water included (other drinks not included)
Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, proceed on a game drive in Lake Nakuru Park, known for its prolific birdlife, including flamingos. The park contains a sanctuary for the conservation of the white rhino, while species like Cape buffalo and waterbuck can be seen near the shoreline. Enjoy a hot lunch and drive to Naivasha. You may opt for a boat ride and a visit to Crescent Island on this freshwater lake to see hippos and fish eagles at an extra cost. Dinner and overnight at your chosen accommodation.
- Main destination: Lake Naivasha and Hell's Gate National Park
- Accommodation: Leisure Apex Resort (budget camping)
- Meals and drinks: All meals included. Drinking water included (other drinks not included)
Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli
After breakfast, take a nature walk in Hell’s Gate National Park. You may hire bicycles to cycle in this unique landscape. The park is home to over one hundred species of birds, including vultures, Verreaux's eagles, augur buzzards, and swifts. African buffalo, zebra, eland, hartebeest, Thomson's gazelle, and baboons are also common. You may also spot klipspringer antelope and Chanler's mountain reedbuck. The park features attractions such as Olkaria and Hobley's, two extinct volcanoes, and obsidian formed from cooled molten lava. Within Hell's Gate is the Hell’s Gate Gorge, lined with red cliffs that contain two volcanic plugs. Later, drive to Amboseli with lunch en route. Amboseli National Park is popularly known for its large elephants and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive in the afternoon, check in, and relax at your chosen accommodation.
- Main destination: Amboseli National Reserve
- Accommodation: Nyati Camp (budget camping)
- Meals and drinks: All meals included. Drinking water included (other drinks not included)
Day 6: Amboseli full day
After early breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive. In this park, herds of elephants can often be seen drinking at one of the swampy springs that trace their source to Kilimanjaro’s ice cap. Break for lunch and continue with an extensive wildlife drive. You may spot animals such as buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, impala, lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas, and several small cats. In the afternoon, you may opt to visit a Maasai village. The cost of this visit is paid directly to the Maasai elders. Dinner and overnight at your chosen accommodation.
- Main destination: Amboseli National Reserve
- Accommodation: Nyati Camp (budget camping) or AA Lodge (midrange accommodation)
- Meals and drinks: All meals included. Drinking water included (other drinks not included)
Day 7: Amboseli – Nairobi
After early morning breakfast, enjoy game viewing en route to Nairobi. Upon arrival in Nairobi, Dennsland Trekk Tours will drop you off at the airport in time for your onward flight.
- Main destination: Nairobi Airport
- Accommodation: No accommodation (end of the tour)
- Meals and drinks: Breakfast and lunch included. Drinking water included (dinner not included)
Location
The safari journey takes you through Kenya’s iconic landscapes, beginning in the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara, then moving to the flamingo-lined shores of Lake Nakuru, the serene waters of Lake Naivasha, and finally to Amboseli, where elephants roam against the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, before concluding in Nairobi.
Food
Meals provided include breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with drinking water included; other drinks are not included.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
What's included
- Pick up from the hotel or airport
- Transport in a safari van or jeep with an open hatch roof
- Services of a professional guide or driver
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Accommodation as per itinerary (6 nights)
- All game drives
- All park fees
- Statutory taxes
What's not included
- Personal insurance
- Items of personal nature
- Alcoholic and soft drinks like sodas
- Balloon safari at five hundred US dollars per person
- Maasai village at ten US dollars per person
- Visa
- Tip
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
200 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Pick up from this airport is included. Drop off to this airport is not included.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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