8 Days Budget Kenya Safari – Cheap 8 Days Kenya Safari

Are you looking for an unforgettable safari experience? You can never go wrong with a 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari. Kenya is home to some of the best wildlife parks and reserves in Africa – making it a superb destination for wildlife viewing Tours. The 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari is a low-budget Kenya safari package (Cheap 8 Days Kenya Safari ) that will take you to Kenya’s top safari destinations for unique adventures.  On this 8-day safari (8 Days Budget Kenya Safari), you’ll explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Hell’s Gate National Park (which inspired the hit movie The Lion King), Lake Nakuru with its thousands of flamingos, and the Masai Mara National Reserve with its vast rolling plains and countless wildlife.

Traveling on  8 Days Budget Kenya Safari allows you to experience from Kenya’s Big Game viewing (African Big Five animals) to the renowned natural wonders like the Great Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara National Reserve. This 8 Days cheap Kenya safari itinerary will allow you to experience Kenya while staying in budget accommodation facilities. On this 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari  you will explore the world’s renowned Masai Mara National Reserve – and experience its large wildlife numbers and natural wonders. Book this 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari and come see what the excitement in Kenya is all about – you won’t be disappointed!

 

Tour Summary – Your 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari itinerary at a glance

Day 01: Nairobi

Day 02: Nairobi to Sweetwaters & Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Day 3: Sweetwaters to Lake Nakuru National Park

Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Hell’s Gate National Park

Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve

Day 6: Masai Mara National Reserve & Maasai Village

Day 7: Masai Mara Safari

Day 8: Masai Mara to Nairobi

 

Quick Tour Details

No. of People: Tailored

Duration: 8 days – 7 nights

Availability: All year round

Eligible age: 7 years and above

Price: Request a quote for this package

Destinations to visit on this 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari

  • Sweetwaters & Ol Pejeta Conservancy
  • Lake Nakuru
  • Hell’s Gate National Park
  • Lake Naivasha
  • Masai Mara

Detailed day by day 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari Itinerary

Day 01: Nairobi – Arrival

On the first day of your 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari, you will arrive in Nairobi, where you will be met at the airport by your driver guide. Your driver-guide will then transfer you to your Hotel. After checking in at your hotel, you can choose to embark on various safari activities within Nairobi City. You can visit the world-famous David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust or go for a walk in the Karura Forest. After your city adventure in Nairobi, you will be transferred back to your hotel for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Accommodation Options: Hotel in Nairobi

Meal Plan: Dinner

 

Day 02: Nairobi to Sweetwaters & Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Have breakfast and drive northwards towards Mount Kenya to Sweetwaters & Ol Pejeta Conservancy. You will spend the whole afternoon visiting rescued chimpanzees at Sweetwaters Game Ranch.

The Sweetwater Game Ranch is located inside the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to rescued chimpanzees. This is the only place in Kenya that rehabilitates chimpanzees and there are upto 40 chimpanzees found in the ranch.

The Sweetwaters chimps are split into two groups separated by the Ewaso Nyiro River. You will have the opportunity to see these creatures in an environment that is nearly related to their natural habitat.

Besides Chimpanzees, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy is also dedicated to black rhino breeding making it one of the few places to see the endangered rhinoceros.

You will spend your evening at a tented camp, where you will have dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation Option: Tented safari camp at Ol Pejeta Conservancy

 

Day 3: Sweetwaters to Lake Nakuru National Park

Today after breakfast, you will leave Sweetwaters and head for Lake Nakuru National Park. You will enjoy scenic countryside views during your transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park where you will arrive at lunchtime. You will check in at your lodge and have lunch and a short rest. After your short rest, you will go for an evening game drive in the park.

Lake Nakuru National Park is named after ‘‘Lake Nakuru’’-  a soda lake on the floor of the Great Rift Valley that covers most part of this safari Park. The Lake is rich in birdlife and home to different species, especially water birds and Flamingos.

Lake Nakuru is renowned for its millions of lesser flamingos that flock to the lake shores, creating a unique and stunning array of birdlife you can ever witness on a Kenya or African Safari. The sight of millions of lesser flamingoes that make the lake appear ringed in pink is spectacular – one to last for a lifetime.

Besides birdlife, you will also witness various wildlife species like the Rothschild’s giraffe and both black and white rhinos. After your adventure in the park, you will drive back to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

 

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation Option: Safari Lodge overlooking Lake Nakuru

 

Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Hell’s Gate National Park 

You will wake up lazily and have breakfast at your lodge before we embark on a transfer to Lake Naivasha. Upon reaching Lake Naivasha, you will visit the nearby Hell’s Gate National Park for both scenic landscape views and wildlife sightseeing.

Hell’s Gate National Park is popular for its diverse topography and stunning geological scenery including lower cliffs and geothermal spas. The Landscape here is unique and captivating. While here you can embark on a walking safari or cycling adventure.

The park is home to some amazing wildlife species such as African buffalo, zebra, eland, hartebeest, Thomson’s gazelle, baboon, and over 100 bird species including vulture, Verreaux’s eagle, augur buzzards, and swifts. The Rare lammergeier vultures, as well as Chandler’s mountain reedbuck and klipspringer antelope can also be spotted in Hell’s Gate National Park during Safaris.

After an amazing adventure, we will drive to one of two comfortable safari lodges near Lake Naivasha for a tasty meal and a laid-back evening.

 

Meal Plan: Full Board

Accommodation Option: Safari Lodge at Lake Naivasha

 

Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve

Have a hefty breakfast early in the morning and relax or go for an optional boat ride (extra charges).  After, embark on a drive to Kenya’s Renowned Masai Mara National Reserve for your next adventure on the 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari.

Set off for the world-famous Masai Mara National Park, the highlight of many a Kenya Safari Itineraries. During your journey, you will travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley where you will enjoy beautiful landscape. We will arrive in Masai Mara at time for lunch. Check in at your Camp, have lunch, and a short relaxation. After your relaxation, embark on a thrilling evening game drive in Masai Mara.

Masai Mara National Reserve is Kenya’s most popular safari destination and a must-visit for those looking for a wildlife viewing experience. This Reserve is an unfenced wilderness area that stretches over more than 579 mi² (1500 km²), teeming with large numbers of wildlife all year round. Masai Mara is renowned for wildlife viewing, the Reserve is home to lions, leopards, buffalos, wildebeest, zebras, antelopes, giraffes, and hyenas among others.

This National Reserve is also home to one of the seven natural wonders, the Great Wildebeest Migration. The wildebeest migration in Masai Mara sees over 1,5 million wildebeest migrating from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park into Masai Mara National Reserve. You will enjoy viewing over a million animals marching to Masai Mara and if timed well, you will see the dramatic river crossing. After an exciting adventure in the Mara, you will drive to your lodge for a relaxation dinner and an overnight stay.

 

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Tented safari camp near Masai Mara

 

Day 6: Masai Mara National Reserve & Maasai Village

Today you will wake up early in the morning and head out for an early morning game drive before returning to the Camp for a hefty breakfast. The cool mornings are perfect for spotting various wildlife species since this time of the day is when most of them are more active, gearing up for their day. You will explore the Mara Plains, looking for various wildlife species including; Lions, Leopards, Rhinoceros, Elephants, Giraffes, African buffalo, Cheetahs, Hippos, Bat-eared foxes, wildebeests, Zebras, and Common elands among others.

After a thrilling wildlife viewing adventure, we return to the base camp where you can relax and soak up the wild African setting at your leisure.

After lunch, we will go on a two-hour nature walk with a local Maasai guide. The Maasai have lived in these plains for centuries, and your guide will share his knowledge about the local community. You will learn about the fauna and flora of the region and the way that the Maasai people use the plants. Your guide will also teach you the hidden secrets of the African savannah, such as how to find medicine in the bush and how to track wildlife and birds. As the sun sets, you will return to your safari camp for relaxation diner, and an overnight stay.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Tented safari camp near Masai Mara

 

Day 7: Full Day Masai Mara Safari

Today you will spend your day exploring the Mara plains where you can witness the great wildebeest migration. We go in search of the Big Five African animals (lion, leopard, Buffalo, elephants, and Rhinos).  The best time for sighting the great wildebeest Migration is from July to October, where it coincides with the spectacular river crossings. You can also embark on an optional balloon safari. After your adventure in the Mara, you will drive back to your safari camp where dinner is served at a well-equipped safari camp.

 

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Tented safari camp near Masai Mara

 

Day 8: Masai Mara to Nairobi

After a leisurely breakfast at your Camp, we will exit Masai Mara with your packed lunch and drive back to Nairobi. We will arrive in the afternoon and head straight to the famous Giraffe Centre in Nairobi. At the Giraffe Center, you will have chance to feed the giraffes by hands. In the evening, you will enjoy dinner at the renowned Carnivore restaurant.

After dinner, you will be dropped off at the airport for your onward flight or at your preferred drop-off point.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

End of 8 Days Budget Kenya Safari

Tour inclusions

  • Park entrance fees and game drives
  • Accommodation in Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Masai Mara.
  • A professional English-speaking tour driver/guide
  • Drinking water during the safari
  • Transfers & Game drives in a private safari 4X4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing and photography
  • Applicable government taxes

Tour exclusion

  • All International flight fees and departure taxes.
  • Extras at the lodges or tented camps i.e. beverages and drinks, telephone, laundry etc.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Any other personal item