Duration
11-Day
Amboseli National Park, Botswana
You'll embark on an unforgettable 11-day safari adventure from Nairobi to Kenya's and Tanzania's most iconic destinations. You'll experience thrilling game drives across the savannah, witness the Big Five up close, enjoy breathtaking views of the Rift Valley, marvel at the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro and iconic savannah of Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater. This journey promises a perfect blend of adventure, wildlife, and scenic beauty, the true essence of Africa.
Plan snapshot
Duration
11-Day
Route
Nairobi to Arusha
Via Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP
Country & park
Botswana / Amboseli National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp - Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour includes camping and tented camps.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Single travelers can join this group tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Day 1-2
Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Budget tented camp just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Budget tented camp less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP (Kenya) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 7-8
Budget camping inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 11
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Your safari adventure begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to the world-renowned Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife reserve. En route, stop at the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint to admire its dramatic escarpments and panoramic landscapes before continuing to Narok for lunch. Proceed through rolling plains and Maasai homelands toward the Mara, where endless savannahs welcome you. Upon arrival, enjoy a refreshing drink and seamless check-in at your comfortable safari camp with en-suite tents. Spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the camp, or opt for a visit to a Maasai village at an extra cost to experience their rich culture and traditional way of life. Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Have breakfast and set off for a full day Game Drive and enjoy the beautiful Mara savannah grassland landscape on rolling hills and its ‘residents’. It is best known for wildebeest migration which is seasonal between the months of July, August and September. If lucky enough you will view the Big 5 in complete but you won’t miss one or two of the big five if not all. It is home to a variety of birds species which is a magnificent site. Have a picnic lunch then carry on with exploring till late evening. Dinner and overnight at the camp. Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Have breakfast then leave for Nakuru with an enroute lunch on your way. Enjoy the beautiful sight of Mount Longonot on your way to Nakuru and the sight of the beautiful Lake Naivasha from afar. You could engage in an optional fun activity of boat riding and Crescent Island in lake Naivasha if time allows at an extra cost. Then proceed to Nakuru. Dinner and overnight at the budget hotel. Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Have an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its flamingos, rhino sanctuary, and diverse wildlife species. Enjoy sightings of animals such as buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and various bird species as you explore the park’s scenic landscapes. After the game drive, depart for Amboseli National Park with lunch en route. Travel via Nairobi and continue along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway, enjoying scenic views along the journey. Arrive in Amboseli in the evening in time for dinner and overnight stay at the camp. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Have breakfast then embark on a full game drive in Amboseli and enjoy the close proximity of animal viewing especially the amazing elephant size and their matriarchs (old female elephant leaders), View of Mt Kilimanjaro and the variety of birds found in the park. Have a picnic lunch with scenic views of the savannah. Later proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight stay. Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Have breakfast then set out for the early game drive at 6:30Am in the swampy park and enjoy variety of herbivores wallowing in the muddy swamps like the hippos and the large elephants and other wildlife. Later have an en-route game drive as you travel to Namanga border where you will catch a shuttle bus to Arusha. Upon arrival meet our driver who will transfer you to Arusha Hotel booked bed and breakfast. Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Breakfast at your Arusha Hotel, meet our staff and driver guide for briefing about the whole trip, leave Arusha for a 6 hours drive to Serengeti National park with lunch enroute. Upon arrival at the main gate have the registration done then with a game drive to the camp which is located at the Central Serengeti. Today you are scheduled for at least 3 hours game drive, then dinner will be served at nyani Campsite followed by overnight at the same camp. inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Early breakfast at the camp then with picnic lunch leave the camp for a full day game viewing tracking the wildebeest migration and the big five; lion, Leopard, buffalo, Elephant and the Rhino. You may take a game drive to crocodile infested grumeti River to see the crocodiles and the hippopotamus. Have picnic lunch at the picnic site and continue with the game drive till 1700hrs. Drive to the camp with a game driver for Dinner and overnight at the camp. inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Early breakfast at the camp then leave with picnic lunches for a t least 6 hour Game drive within Serengeti National park. Here you will tracker the wildebeest, Zebras, Giraffes, Lions, Lioness, black rhino, Cheetah, Leopard, Hyena, Bushbuck, lesser kudu, wild dog, Kongoni, impala, grant’s gazelle, black backed jackal, Mongoose, Olive baboons, Vervet Monkeys among other animals are found here and you will be lucky to some of them. By noon leave the park with a stopover at Olduvai Gorge at extra cost of usd $35 per person. By evening arrive at the conservancy area where you will have dinner and overnight at Simba campsite. on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Breakfast at the camp, then leave for a game drive within the ngorongoro crater where you will be able to descend with a game drive with the view of Common Lions, African Elephants, Black Rhino, wildebeest, Leopard, Cheetah, Hyena. Wild dog, Grant’s Zebras, African buffalo and Hippopotamus at the crater rim. Have the picnic lunch at the crater rim then start ascending to the main gate, exit the crater after the 6 hours and drive to Arusha where you will be dropped at your Arusha Hotel. Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11
Depart from Arusha in the morning and proceed towards the Namanga border for immigration and customs clearance. After completing the border formalities, continue with the journey into Kenya, enjoying scenic views along the way. Proceed to Nairobi via the Nairobi–Namanga highway with stopovers for refreshments. Arrive in Nairobi City later in the day and transfer to your hotel, residence, or preferred drop-off location. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Offered by
Westernways Big Five Safaris is a licensed tour company based in Kenya, offering expertly curated safaris across Kenya and Tanzania. We specialize in budget and midrange group-sharing safaris, as well as private tours tailored for families, solo travelers, and photographers. Our itineraries combine wildlife, culture, and adventure to deliver authentic, memorable experiences in East Africa.
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2021)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp - Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Westernways Big Five Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Westernways Big Five Safaris.
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