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9-Day Kenya Safari in the Savanna

Amboseli National Park, Kenya

9-Day Kenya Safari in the Savanna

Overview

This safari includes 2 nights in Amboseli, 1 night in Ol Pejeta, 2 nights in Samburu, 1 night at Lake Naivasha, and 3 nights in the Maasai Mara. It is comfortably paced, offering excellent game viewing and scenic drives throughout. The itinerary showcases the very best of Kenya's parks and reserves, with outstanding opportunities to see the Big Five, abundant plains game, and diverse birdlife.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

9-Day

Route

Nairobi to Nairobi (City)

Via Amboseli NP, Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau), Samburu NR

Country & park

Kenya / Amboseli National Park

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Activities

game drives & boat trip

Accommodation

Manjaro Tented Camp - Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP 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

9-Day Kenya Safari in the Savanna
Amboseli National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 $3,284 USD $2,206 USD
Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $3,721 USD $2,718 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 $3,284 USD $2,206 USD
Jul 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $3,721 USD $2,718 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 of all ages. Children under 4 are free.

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Route

Tour route map
country Kenya
Start Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2 Amboseli NP
Day 3 Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Day 4-5 Samburu NR
Day 6 Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Day 7-8 Masai Mara NR
End Nairobi (City) (Day 9)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour uses tented camps and hotels.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

Suitable for all ages

This tour is suitable for children of all ages.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives & boat trip
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 is included

Accommodation & Meals

Manjaro Tented Camp

Day 1-2

Manjaro Tented Camp

Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

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Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters, Nanyuki

Day 3

Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters, Nanyuki

Mid-range hotel just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Nashipa Eco Camp

Day 4-5

Nashipa Eco Camp

Budget tented camp just outside Samburu NR – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Hotel Chambai Safari

Day 6

Hotel Chambai Safari

Budget hotel near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Hotel Chambai Safari
Flair Camp Experiences

Day 7-8

Flair Camp Experiences

Budget tented camp less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 9

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Amboseli

Day 1

Nairobi to Amboseli

Early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a scenic drive via Emali with views of rural Kenya. Arrive in Amboseli National Park in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large herds of elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp. Overnight: Amboseli Meals: Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Manjaro Tented Camp Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Amboseli National Park

Day 2

Amboseli National Park

Begin the day with an early morning game drive, when Mount Kilimanjaro is often at its clearest at sunrise. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Enjoy a relaxed late morning at leisure or opt for a cultural visit to a Maasai village. Lunch will be served at the lodge. In the afternoon, head out for another game drive, exploring Amboseli’s swamps and open plains. Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Dinner and overnight at the lodge or camp. Overnight: Amboseli Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Manjaro Tented Camp Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Amboseli to Olpejeta

Day 3

Amboseli to Olpejeta

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing and driving north through Nairobi toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by an afternoon game drive. Ol Pejeta is renowned for its black and white rhinos, chimpanzee sanctuary, and excellent chances of spotting the Big Five, all set against the backdrop of Mount Kenya. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp. Overnight: Ol Pejeta Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Mid-range hotel located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) Stay: Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters, Nanyuki Mid-range hotel located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Olpejeta to Samburu

Day 4

Olpejeta to Samburu

Begin the day with a morning game drive in Ol Pejeta, followed by breakfast at your lodge or camp. Afterwards, depart north via Isiolo, enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive at Samburu National Reserve in time for lunch. In the afternoon, set out on a game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, a key lifeline that attracts a variety of wildlife. Samburu is known for its unique species, often referred to as the “Samburu Special Five,” including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the gerenuk. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp. Overnight: Samburu Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp located just outside Samburu NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Nashipa Eco Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Samburu NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Samburu National Reserve

Day 5

Samburu National Reserve

Start the day with an early morning game drive when predators are most active. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Enjoy a relaxed mid-morning at leisure or opt for an optional visit to a Samburu village to experience the local culture. Lunch will be served at the lodge. In the afternoon, head out for another game drive with excellent chances of spotting leopards, lions, elephants, and a rich variety of birdlife. Dinner and overnight at the lodge or camp. Overnight: Samburu Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp located just outside Samburu NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Nashipa Eco Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Samburu NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Samburu to Naivasha

Day 6

Samburu to Naivasha

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing on a scenic drive south through central Kenya. En route, pass the Mount Kenya region and the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. Arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the lake to view hippos and a variety of water birds. An optional walking safari at Crescent Island offers close encounters with giraffes, zebras, and other plains wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp. Overnight: Lake Naivasha Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinne. Budget hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Stay: Hotel Chambai Safari Budget hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Naivasha to Mara

Day 7

Naivasha to Mara

Enjoy breakfast before departing via Narok, driving through the scenic Maasai countryside en route to the Maasai Mara. Arrive in the reserve in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. Later in the afternoon, set out for a game drive across the vast savannahs. The Maasai Mara is Kenya’s premier wildlife destination, renowned for the Great Migration and its high concentration of predators and diverse wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp. Overnight: Maasai Mara Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Flair Camp Experiences Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Mara National Reserve

Day 8

Mara National Reserve

Begin the day with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast at the camp. Continue with a full-day safari experience either with a packed lunch or by returning to the camp for lunch. Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari (at extra cost) or a visit to a Maasai village. In the evening, enjoy a sunset game drive before returning to camp for dinner and overnight stay. Overnight: Maasai Mara Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Flair Camp Experiences Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Mara to Nairobi

Day 9

Mara to Nairobi

After breakfast, depart for Nairobi and transfer to the airport or your place of residence for drop-off. End of safari. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

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

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 is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris
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Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris

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Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris is a well established Luxury Tours and Travel company whose main purpose is to give our clients the best safaris and tours in Kenya Safaris, Tanzania Safaris, and other parts of the world. Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris offers safaris which would give you the best experience and memorable tour which include flight booking, hotel booking, game drive, wildlife tours, lodges and camp excursions, beach and hotel holidays and honeymoon safaris.

Office In

Kenya

Size

10-20 employees (Founded in 2024)

Tour Types

Customizable private tours and fixed group tours

Destinations

Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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 of all ages. 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?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Manjaro Tented Camp - Budget tented camp bordering Amboseli NP 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 is included

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

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 Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris.

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