Duration
10-Day
Amboseli National Park, Botswana
10-Day Ultimate Best Value Kenya & Tanzania Budget Safari
Overview
You'll embark on an unforgettable 10-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.
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Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
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
3 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
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 2, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
$1,639 USD
$1,639 USD
Jun 29, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027
$1,768 USD
$1,768 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
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 3 years and older. Children under 4 are free.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Masai Mara NR
Day 3
Lake Nakuru NP
Day 4-5
Amboseli NP
country
Tanzania
Day 6
Arusha (City)
Day 7
Central Serengeti NP
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 9
Arusha (City)
country
Kenya
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 10)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and tented camps.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
3
Minimum age of 3 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp
Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
Nyati Safari Camp
Budget tented camp just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Day 4: All Meals Included; Day 5: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 6
The Charity Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Nyani Campsite Budget camping inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
Budget camping inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
Ngorongoro Simba Campsite A Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) – All Meals Included +2 Photos
Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
The Charity Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
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
Nairobi-Masai Mara National reserve
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 a 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)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya) Stay: Masai Mara Manyatta Camp Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Full Game Drive at Masai Mara
Enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for a full day game drive across the breathtaking savannah of the Maasai Mara. Take in the sweeping grasslands, rolling hills, and incredible wildlife that call this reserve home. The Mara is world renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration, a seasonal spectacle that takes place between July, August, and September. With a bit of luck, you may spot all of the Big Five, or at least a few of these iconic animals during your adventure. The reserve is also rich in birdlife, offering a truly magnificent sight for nature lovers. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch in the wild, then continue exploring the vast landscape until late evening. Return to camp for a relaxing dinner and a comfortable overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of nature. Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya) Stay: Masai Mara Manyatta Camp Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, you can have an optional masai village at an extra cost therefore depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley and famous for its scenic lake, birdlife, and rhino sanctuary. Arrive in time for lunch before proceeding on an afternoon game drive. The park is home to both black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and a variety of bird species including flamingos during certain seasons. Dinner and overnight at your hotel. Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya) Stay: Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Lake Nakuru national park to Amboseli
Begin your day with an early morning breakfast, Afterward, depart for Amboseli National Park, with an enroute lunch. Arrive in Amboseli in the late evening. Famous for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and open plains, Amboseli offers a picturesque setting for your safari adventure. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the Camp. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park (Kenya) Stay: Nyati Safari Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Amboseli Natonal Park
After breakfast, set out for a full day game drive in Amboseli National Park, famous for its incredible wildlife encounters and open landscapes. Enjoy close range sightings of majestic elephants, known for their impressive size and strong matriarchal herds led by wise female leaders. Take in the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro and discover a rich variety of birdlife across the park. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by the beauty of the savannah, then continue exploring the wilderness before returning to your camp. Unwind with a delicious dinner and settle in for a peaceful overnight stay. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park (Kenya) Stay: Nyati Safari Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Amboseli to Arusha
Enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for a 6:30 AM game drive through the swampy landscapes of Amboseli. Watch as herbivores gather in the muddy swamps, with hippos wallowing and large elephant herds moving gracefully through the wetlands, alongside other fascinating wildlife. After the drive, continue with an enroute game drive as you make your way to the Namanga border. Here, you will board a shuttle bus to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be met by our driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha, where you will check in on a bed and breakfast basis for a comfortable overnight stay. Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Arusha (City, Tanzania) Stay: The Charity Hotel Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Arusha-Serengeti National Reserve
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 Tumbili camp followed by overnight at the same camp. inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) Stay: Budget camping inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Serengeti National Reserve
Have an early breakfast at the camp then leave with picnic lunches for at least a 6-hour game drive within Serengeti National Park. Here you will track the wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, lions, black rhinos, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, bushbucks, lesser kudus, wild dogs, kongoni, impalas, Grant’s gazelles, black-backed jackals, mongoose, olive baboons, vervet monkeys among other animals are found here. You will be lucky to see some of them. By noon, leave the park with a stopover at Olduvai Gorge at an 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)
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) Stay: Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
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) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Arusha (City, Tanzania) Stay: The Charity Hotel Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Arusha to Nairobi
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) Drinks not included
Destination: Nairobi (City, Kenya) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Included
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)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
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)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Westernways Big Five Safaris
5.0 operator rating
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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
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older. Children under 4 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
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
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
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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