5 Days Kenya Budget Camping Group Safari
Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hells Gate
Highlights: Join an exciting group safari to Masai Mara to see the big five (lion, elephant, black rhino, buffalo, leopard), cheetah, gazelle, zebra, giraffe and other animals. In Lake Nakuru you will see flamingo, white rhino, pelicans and other browsers. Thereafter you will visit Hells Gate National Park for a tour of the park or an optional boat ride to Crescent Island. Transport is in a shared safari minibus with each person guaranteed a window seat while accommodation is in budget camps.
Day 1: Nairobi / Masai Mara
0800hrs departure from Nairobi and transfer to Masai Mara; being a long drive, you will stop at the scenic Great Rift Valley view point for a view of the escarpment and a photo session. Proceed to Mara via Narok Town arriving for lunch at the camp. Afternoon game drives within the park which is famously known for the big five and migration of wildebeest (seasonal). Animals that are easily spotted include elephant, buffalo, lion, and bird species and plains game. Transfer back to accommodation in the evening for rest and dinner.
Overnight: Manyatta Camp
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast
Day 2: Masai Mara
Spend the day viewing wildlife within the Mara Reserve. After breakfast, you will proceed for a morning game drive to see the park when most active. Break for lunch at camp or alternatively carry packed picnic lunch to eat during game drives. Afternoon game drives to explore the new 8th wonder of the world. Cultural visit to a Masai village can be organized at a small extra cost. Balloon safaris are available on request and take place early in the morning before sunrise. More optional activities are available at the lodge such as guided nature walks, e.t.c. Evening transfer back to accommodation for dinner and rest
Overnight: Manyatta Camp
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast
Day 3: Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru
Early breakfast followed by morning game drives to see the park one last time before departure; as well as also spot some early risers; after morning game drive, exit the park for a drive to Lake Nakuru arriving in the late afternoon for late lunch at your camp. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure as you wait for dinner to be served.
Overnight: Kivu Retreat Camp
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast
Day 4: Lake Nakuru / Lake Naivasha
Breakfast followed by departure into the park for morning game viewing. Animals and birds that are easy to spot include flamingo, pelican, stork, white rhino, buffalo, giraffe, warthog and others. Enjoy the cool breeze from the lake which is very scenic during the early morning with the shimmering lake lined with pink flamingos Have picnic lunch within the park as you enjoy game viewing. Exit from park after the game drive you will proceed to Lake Naivasha where you spend the night.
Overnight: Taphe Guest House
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast
Day 5: Hells Gate / Nairobi
After breakfast, you will proceed to Hells Gate National Park which is located within the Lake Naivasha vicinity. On arrival at the park gate, you will drive onwards to the gorge where you will enjoy a guided tour of the caves. If you wish, you may hire a bike at the park entrance which is a more adventurous way of exploring the park which is home to giraffe, warthog, zebra, buffalo, gazelle and many birds. Optional rock climbing is offered by experienced guides and handlers. Optional boat rides to Crescent Island are also offered at an extra cost. After the tour of the park, you will drive back to Nairobi arriving in the evening.
End of Itinerary
What is included?
– Park fees
– Transfers and game drives in hatch roof safari minibus
– Full board accommodation in selected camps
– Professionally trained English speaking tour guide
What is NOT included?
– Any optional activities such as village visit, guided nature walks, balloon safaris e.t.c
– Alcoholic / non alcoholic beverages, laundry, visa, email, e.t.c
– Local or international flights
– Tips
– Any other item not mentioned in the above program