Nairobi

Masai-Mara

INCLUSIONS

Meals, Accomodation, Overland Travel

COUNTRIES

Kenya

DURATION

9 Days 8 Nights

DESTINATIONS

Masai Mara, Naivasha,Nakuru, Lake Amboseli

Overview

This 9-day journey is designed for travelers who want to experience the Great Migration at its peak without paying luxury prices. Traveling by road through Kenya’s most iconic parks, you’ll follow the natural movement of wildlife — from the predator-rich plains of the Masai Mara to the elephant kingdom of Amboseli.
This is not a rushed safari and not a bare-bones backpacker trip. It is a carefully paced, high-value experience focused on wildlife, scenery, and authentic safari travel.

Trip Highlights

 Peak-season Great Migration in the Masai Mara
 Mara River wildlife corridors & predator action
 Rhino conservation at Lake Nakuru
 Elephants with Kilimanjaro backdrop in Amboseli
 Great Rift Valley scenery & Lake Naivasha
 Shared 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs
 Professional English-speaking safari guides

Itenary

Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Meet & greet and transfer to hotel
Light city orientation or rest after the long flight
 
Overnight: Budget hotel in Nairobi
 

Breakfast, Dinner

Early breakfast and safari briefing
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley (5–6.5 hrs)
Afternoon game drive if time allows
 
Overnight: Budget tented camp near the reserve

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early morning game drive tracking wildebeest and zebra herds
Picnic lunch inside the reserve
Afternoon predator sightings: lions, cheetahs, hyenas
 
Overnight: Masai Mara
 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Full-day safari along Mara River corridors
River crossings are wildlife-driven and seasonal
Optional: Sunrise hot-air balloon safari (extra cost)
 
Overnight: Masai Mara

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning game drive, then depart
Drive to Lake Naivasha
Optional: Boat safari with hippos & fish eagles
 
Overnight: Budget lodge in Naivasha

Breakfast, Dinner

Short drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
Afternoon game drive: black & white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes
 
Overnight: Budget lodge near Nakuru

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early departure south
Afternoon game drive among large elephant herds
Views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting)
 
Overnight: Budget lodge / tented camp

Breakfast, Dinner

Early morning game drive — elephants at sunrise
Drive back to Nairobi (4–5 hrs)
Transfer to airport for late-evening or next-day international flight

Breakfast

Cost Includes

  • Accommodation as listed (budget hotels, lodges & tented camps)
  • All meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Shared 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • All park & reserve entrance fees
  • All game drives and safari activities
  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
  • Bottled water during safari
  • Government taxes & levies

Cost Excludes

  • International flights to/from Nairobi
  • Kenya visa fees
  • Travel insurance (mandatory/recommended)
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Optional activities (hot-air balloon, boat safari)
  • Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)

Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this safari really worth $4,100?

Yes. This is a 9-day, peak-season Great Migration safari covering multiple iconic parks, including Masai Mara National Reserve and Amboseli National Park. Comparable August safaris often sell for $4,800–$6,000+

Will I see the Great Migration?

August is peak migration season in the Masai Mara. Large herds are present daily. River crossings are natural and unpredictable, but wildlife density is at its highest

Is this a luxury safari?

No. This is a best-value budget safari. You’ll stay in clean, comfortable budget lodges and tented camps, travel in shared 4×4 vehicles, and focus on wildlife, not luxury extras

Can I upgrade or customize the safari?

Yes. Private vehicles, upgraded lodges, extra nights, and optional activities can be added at an additional cost.

When do I need to book?

August is high season. We recommend booking 3–6 months in advance to secure space and best pricing.

What’s included in the price?

Accommodation, meals as listed, all park fees, game drives, shared safari vehicle, professional guide, airport transfers, and bottled water.

What’s not included?

International flights, visa fees, travel insurance, tips, optional activities (hot-air balloon, boat safari), and personal expenses.

How physically demanding is the trip?

Not demanding. Most activities are game drives by vehicle. Walking is minimal and optional.

What happens if plans change?

A 30% non-refundable deposit secures your booking. Cancellation fees apply based on how close to departure the cancellation occurs. Full details are outlined in the Payment & Cancellation Policy

Is this safari good for first-time travelers?

Yes. The itinerary is well-paced, covers Kenya’s top parks, and is ideal for first-time safari travelers, solo travelers, couples, and small groups.

Is travel insurance required?

Yes. Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical care, evacuation, and trip interruption is strongly recommended.

What is NOT included?

Not included:
• International flights
• Visa fees (Kenya & Tanzania)
• Tips and personal expenses
• Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari)
• Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

How many people are in the safari vehicle?

Usually 6–7 guests per 4×4 safari vehicle, each with a window seat and pop-up roof for game viewing.