7-Day Kenya Safari: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate & Amboseli | Budget Wildlife Tour

🦁 7-Day Kenya Safari – Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate & Amboseli

Best Budget Safari Circuit | Guaranteed Departures | Small Groups or Private Tours

Experience four of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations in one seamless 7-day adventure. This affordable safari is designed for travelers who want maximum wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, cultural immersion, and great value—without compromising comfort.

✔ Big Five
✔ Flamingos & rhinos
✔ Maasai culture
✔ Hell’s Gate walking adventure
✔ Amboseli’s elephants & Kilimanjaro views

Perfect for families, couples, photographers, and first-time safari guests.

🌍 Safari Overview

• Starts/Ends: Nairobi

• Transport: 4×4 Land Cruiser (pop-up roof)

• Accommodation: Budget lodges / tented camps

• Meals: Full board (B, L, D)

• Departures: Daily (minimum 2 people)

• Customizable: Yes – upgrades available

📆 Day-by-Day Itinerary 

Day 1: Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve

Your safari begins with an early pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley en route to Masai Mara. After lunch at your camp or lodge, enjoy your first afternoon game drive across the rolling plains—home to elephants, big cats, giraffes, and spectacular birdlife.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Budget Tented Camp / Lodge

Day 2: Full-Day Exploration in Masai Mara

Spend the entire day exploring this world-famous reserve. Your guide will take you through prime wildlife areas, including a stop at the Mara River where hippos, crocodiles, and (seasonally) wildebeest migration crossings can be seen.

Optional Add-Ons:

• Maasai village cultural experience – $20 pp

• Sunrise hot air balloon safari – $450 pp

Meals: B, L, D
Stay: Budget Tented Camp / Lodge

Day 3: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru

Early morning game viewing before breakfast, then depart for Lake Nakuru. After a scenic drive and lunch on the way, arrive at your hotel. Rest and prepare for tomorrow’s lakeside wildlife experience.

Meals: B, L, D
Stay: Budget Hotel / Lodge

Day 4: Lake Nakuru → Hell’s Gate National Park

Begin with a sunrise game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park—famous for rhinos, flocks of flamingos, and rich biodiversity. Later, continue to Hell’s Gate National Park, one of Africa’s few parks where walking and cycling among wildlife is allowed.

Optional:

• Boat ride on Lake Naivasha

• Guided bird-watching

Meals: B, L, D
Stay: Tented Camp

Day 5: Lake Naivasha → Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, travel south toward Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is world-renowned for its relaxed herds of elephants and postcard-perfect views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Meals: B, L, D
Stay: Tented Camp / Lodge

Day 6: Full Day in Amboseli National Park

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives as Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped summit frames your wildlife photos. Amboseli offers fantastic elephant sightings, open plains, and opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and abundant birdlife.

Meals: B, L, D
Stay: Tented Camp / Lodge

Day 7: Amboseli → Nairobi

Take a final sunrise game drive before breakfast, then return to Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or airport.

Meals: Breakfast

💼 What’s Included

• 4×4 Land Cruiser transport with pop-up roof

• Full board accommodation (6 nights)

• Daily game drives in all parks

• Bottled drinking water throughout the safari

• All park entrance & conservation fees

• Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide

❌ Not Included

• Drinks (soft & alcoholic)

• Tips/gratuities

• Personal items

• Optional activities (balloon, boat rides, etc.)

💰 Pricing (Per Person)

✨ Ask for lodge upgrades or vehicle upgrade options.

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⭐ Why Travelers Love This Safari

• Covers Kenya’s most iconic wildlife parks in one route

• Affordable yet comfort-focused lodges & camps

• Experienced, friendly guides with deep wildlife knowledge

• Ideal for photographers & nature lovers

• Suitable for couples, solo travelers, and small groups

• Flexible add-ons to personalize your experience

❓ FAQ

Is this a budget or midrange safari?

Primarily budget, but you can upgrade to midrange or lodge options depending on preference.

What wildlife sightings are likely?

Lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.

Is transport included?

Yes—round-trip transport from Nairobi in a 4×4 Land Cruiser.

What should I pack?

Light clothing, warm layers for mornings, sunscreen, camera, hat, and comfortable shoes.

Can I add a balloon safari?

Yes—available on Day 2 in Masai Mara.