Budget Mid-Range or Luxury Kenya Safaris

Are you planning a safari to Kenya and you want to know the difference between Budget Mid-Range or Luxury Kenya Safaris, when it comes to planning a safari in Kenya, there are options available for different budgets, ranging from mid-range to luxury. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect at each level Budget Mid-Range or Luxury Kenya Safaris:

1. Budget Kenya Safaris:
   • Budget safaris typically involve staying in more basic accommodation options such as tented camps or budget lodges.
   • Group safaris are often more economical as costs are shared among participants.
   • Game drives are usually included in the package, but additional activities might come with extra charges.
   • Meals may be simple and less diverse compared to higher-priced options.
   • Transportation might involve shared or budget-friendly vehicles.
2. Mid-Range Kenya Safaris:
   • Mid-range safaris offer a balance between comfort and cost.
   • Accommodations are generally more comfortable with amenities like ensuite bathrooms and better quality dining options.
   • You might have more flexibility in choosing activities, with options for both guided game drives and other experiences like nature walks or cultural visits.
   • Transportation is typically more comfortable, with options for 4×4 vehicles and fewer passengers per vehicle, allowing for better viewing during game drives.
3. Luxury Kenya Safaris:
   • Luxury safaris offer top-tier accommodations, often in exclusive lodges or luxury tented camps located in prime wildlife areas.
   • Accommodations are luxurious with spacious rooms, high-end amenities, and personalized service.
   • Gourmet dining experiences with a focus on local and international cuisine are common.
   • Activities can include guided game drives, bush walks, hot air balloon safaris, and more, often with private guides and vehicles.
   • Transportation is in luxury vehicles, and there might be options for private charters or flights between destinations to save time.

Regardless of the budget range chosen, Kenya offers incredible wildlife viewing opportunities in its national parks and reserves such as the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, and Samburu. When selecting a safari, it’s essential to consider what experiences and level of comfort you prioritize, and how much you’re willing to invest in your safari adventure.

We operate two different styles of Budget Mid-Range or Luxury Kenya Safaris – those that are tailored to a specific private group and a number of set-date ‘group’ departures and we can customize based on this 7 Days Kenya Group Joining Safari June July August and September.

We have this group safari and we are targeting to get 7 people to join this safari for any dates in June July August and September.

Detailed itinerary for 7 Days Kenya Group Joining Safari June July August and September

We offer a whole range of set-date departures that cover the full range of budgets available throughout the region, whether that be a luxury safari or a more budget-focused adventure.

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara Drive time 5+ hours

Rise early to enjoy a delicious breakfast at your Nairobi hotel. After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Travel through the Maasai country occasionally coming across Maasai herdsmen with their livestock living harmoniously with the wildlife.

After lunch at your residence lodge a game run is planned in these vast rolling grasslands. Here we find the Old Africa of the movies, with rolling grasslands dotted by acacia trees and sweeping plains teeming with Wildlife.

No matter how much you have thought about Africa, this is more than you expected—and the ideal backdrop for a hot air balloon expedition.

During our stay we also visit a village of the Maasai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 2: Explore Maasai Mara 

Morning and afternoon game drives in this magnificent Park. Maasai Mara is famous for the Annual Wildebeest Migration that takes place between the months of July and October. During this time over a million wildebeests accompanied by thousands of other herbivores, migrate from Serengeti National Park to the Mara in search for greener pastures.

Hundreds of lions and hyenas follow them picking on the old and weaker ones. The legendary black mane lion is only found in Maasai Mara. The cheetah hunts best in these open grasslands.

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Drive to Lake Naivasha Drive time 4+ hours

After breakfast, transfer to Naivasha arriving late morning. After lunch, enjoy a boat ride (optional visit to crescent island)

There is just one “Crescent Island Game Sanctuary“. Located on Lake Naivasha, in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. It is one of the most beautiful parks in Kenya and is often called Naivasha’s best-kept secret. Surrounded by water, it is actually a peninsula and is currently only accessible by boat from the East or West side.

The shores host abundant birdlife including pelicans, cormorants, and fish-eagles with their haunting cry. There are more animals per acre than any other Kenyan Park, hence many film companies have been to the Island to film the herds of Wildebeest, Waterbuck, Zebra, and Gazelle.

Hippo graze all over us at night then sleep under the acacia or rest in the water by day. Often you can see  three generations of Giraffe at a time, all of whom have been born on the Island. And if you’re lucky you may see one of the beautiful Pythons who live here. 

From the top of the hill, there is a 360-degree view across the Lake from Longonot to Hell’s Gate to the Mau Escarpment to Eburu and onto the Aberdares.  Walking along the ridge in the golden hour before sunset whilst watching the animals grazing with the water shimmering beyond, is what Africa is all about. 

Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 4: Lake Naivasha-Amboseli Drive time 5+ hours

Depart by road to Amboseli National Park. Enjoy a game drive en-route to your lodge. The Park shelters more than 420 species of birds and has enormous Elephant population and other big game attracted to the area by underground springs fed from the melting snows of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Lunch is served at the lodge, before departing for an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge and enjoy a scrumptious dinner.

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 5: Amboseli 

This morning we rise early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit, we set off for a game drive. Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from Wildebeest to Giraffes to Baboons.

A visit to a Maasai village is planned after breakfast (at extra cost US$20 per person).

Midday finds us at our lodge for lunch and afternoon rest, followed by another game drive. Amboseli is home to the legendary Maasai tribesmen.

Maasai warriors are famous and are proud nomadic tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and single-handed acts of bravery in fights with the wild animals are known across the world.

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 6: Amboseli- Nairobi Drive time 6+ hours

After breakfast transfer to Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.

Overnight in Nairobi 

Meal Plan {Breakfast}

Day 7: Nairobi 

Today marks the end of your Kenya Safari Vacation. you take home a big smile and a lifetime of memories – that much is certain! After breakfast and check-out, you’ll be transferred to JKIA terminal for your flight home. 

Meal Plan {Bed & Breakfast }

End of the Safari

Lodge options and Package Price Per person sharing in 4 double rooms in a group of 7 people for you to review and choose accordingly;

Option 1: (4 Star)

Mara Engai, Enashipai Naivasha, Oltukai Lodge, Crown Plaza Airport – $2500 Per Person

 Option 2: (3 Star)

Keekorok Lodge, Lake Naivasha Country club, Amboseli Sopa, Four Points Sheraton Airpot – $2300 Per Person 

Option 3: (2 Star)

Drunken Elephant Mara, Sentrim Elementeita, Sentrim Amboseli, Four Points Sheraton Airpot – $1950 Per Person

What is included and excluded in the Budget Mid-Range or Luxury Kenya Safaris

Includes:

• Meet & Greet at JKIA 
• 2 nights FB in Maasai Mara
• 1 night FB in Naivasha 
• 1 boat ride in Naivasha
• 2 nights FB in Amboseli 
• 1 nights BB in Nairobi
• Transport in a 4×4 safari Landcruiser jeep with open roof modified for easy game viewing 
• Services of an English-Speaking driver guide 
• Water in the vehicle while on safari 
• All park entry fees

Extras:

• Items of personal nature 
• Tips & gratuities 
• Drinks
• Extra Optional activities listed below:

EXTRAS ACTIVITIES AT THE VARIOUS DESTINATIONS:

In Nairobi:

• Lunch/ dinner at an Indian Restaurant: payable direct + Transfers
• Lunch/ dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant (BBQ and game meat specialty): USD. 40 per person. + Transfers
• 1100AM visit to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage (entrance fees): USD. 15 per person + Transfers
• Visit to Giraffe Center (entrance fees): USD. 15 per person.+ Transfers
• Visit to The Nairobi National Museum (entrance fees): USD. 15 per person. + Transfers
• Visit to the Karen Blixen Museum (entrance fees): USD. 25 per person. + Transfers

Additional Transfer Costs within Nairobi

• 3-4 sitter Sedan Vehicle -Half day/Dinner Transfer (4hrs) USD 80 & Full day(8hrs) USD 120 per vehicle inclusive of driver and fuel.
• 7-sitter safari Shuttle – Half day/Dinner transfer (4hrs) USD 100 & Full day (8hrs) USD 150 per vehicle inclusive of driver and fuel.

In Masai Mara:

• Visit to a Masai Village: USD. 25 per person
• Balloon Safari with champagne bush breakfast: USD. 450 per person.
• Horse riding in the Maasai Mara: USD 200 per person  

In Amboseli:

1.   Visit to a local Maasai Village: USD. 25 per person.

2.  Hot air balloon safari with a bush breakfast: USD. 450 per person.

In Naivasha:

1. Visit to Crescent Island: USD 30 per person 
2. Horse Riding in the Sanctuary: USD 30 per person 
3. Cycling in Hell’s gate : USD 20 per person + Park Fees 

NOTE: ROOMS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AT THE TIME OF BOOKING 

IF ROOMS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT A PARTICULAR LODGE, WE WILL PUT CLIENT IN THE SAME CATEGORY OF HOTEL 

Send us an email at info@ecoadventuresafaris.com for you to book and join this 7 Days Kenya Group Joining Safari June July August and September. You can also send us a WhatsApp message on +256773234876