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9 Days Explore Kenya Budget Safari

  • 9 Days / 8 Nights
  • Kenya
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TOUR OVERVIEW

Discover the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Kenya on this 10-day budget safari with Finding Paradise Tours Limited. This immersive itinerary takes you through Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Samburu National Reserve, Meru National Park, and the Mount Kenya/Nanyuki highlands, offering an unforgettable wildlife and cultural experience.

From the rolling savannahs of the Mara to the pink flamingos of Lake Nakuru, the arid beauty of Samburu, and the lush forests and rivers of Meru, this safari offers unmatched wildlife sightings, cultural encounters, and scenic drives, all tailored for budget-conscious travelers.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Witness the Big Five and seasonal wildebeest migration in Maasai Mara.
  • Spot flamingos, rhinos, and pelicans at Lake Nakuru.
  • Encounter the Samburu Special Five in Northern Kenya.
  • Explore the lush riverine and forested landscapes of Meru National Park.
  • Scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley and Mount Kenya region.
  • Maasai and Samburu cultural village visits.
  • Ideal for photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and budget adventurers.

ITINERARY

Depart Nairobi and drive through the Great Rift Valley, stopping at viewpoints for photos. Arrive at Maasai Mara National Reserve and enjoy your first game drive.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or camp.

Full day exploring the Mara for the Big Five, cheetahs, and abundant plains game. Optional visit to a Maasai village for cultural immersion.

Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Drive to Lake Naivasha with optional boat ride or a guided walk on Crescent Island. Relax and enjoy the serene lakeside environment.

Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or camp near Lake Naivasha.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive to spot flamingos, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and leopards.

Dinner and overnight at a budget camp or lodge near Nakuru.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Depart Nakuru and head north to Samburu National Reserve. Arrive at camp and enjoy a short game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River.

Dinner and overnight at budget lodge/camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Full day game drives exploring Samburu’s arid landscapes. Spot the Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk, and Somali Ostrich. Optional visit to a Samburu village.

Dinner and overnight at budget lodge/camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Depart Samburu and drive east to Meru National Park, a lush and scenic park with rivers, acacia woodland, and forested hills. Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and over 400 species of birds.

Dinner and overnight at a budget camp near Meru.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Depart Nanyuki and return south to Lake Naivasha for a second day of relaxation or optional activities. Take a boat ride, guided nature walk, or simply enjoy the lakeside scenery.

Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge or camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with scenic stops along the way. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, concluding your Finding Paradise Tours Limited 9-day safari adventure. Dinner and overnight in Nanyuki.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch


This tour is customizable and can be tailored to your interests, budget, and travel dates for a personalized safari experience.

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INCLUDED & EXCLUDED

  • Park entrance fees (Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Samburu, Meru).
  • Transport in a safari van with pop-up roof for game viewing.
  • 8 nights’ accommodation in budget camps or lodges.
  • All meals as per itinerary.
  • Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Bottled water during game drives.
  • Government taxes and levies.
  • Roundtrip airport transfers.
  • International flights and visas.
  • Travel and medical insurance.
  • Optional activities (boat rides, cultural visits, etc.).
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks.
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and staff.
  • Personal expenses and items of a personal nature.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS (EXTRA COST)

  • Maasai village visits.
  • Boat ride on Lake Naivasha / Crescent Island walk.
  • Nature walks or bird-watching tours.
  • Hot-air balloon safari in Maasai Mara.
  • Customized pick-up or drop-off within Nairobi.