8 Days Kenya Annual Wildebeest Migration Budget Camping Safari

Day 1: Nairobi / Samburu National Reserve

0730hrs departure from your hotel in Nairobi and transfer by road to Samburu
Drive through beautiful farmlands as you head north towards the semi-arid countryside of the colorful Samburu tribesmen, with a stop at the equator point. Arrival for lunch and rest at camp followed by afternoon game viewing; animals in Samburu include rare grants gazelle, gerenuk, gravy’s zebra, beisa Oryx and other rare wild plants. Other activities on offer include guided bush walks, camel rides, bush sundowners, cultural visits and walks to nearby Samburu villages and others. Evening transfer back to camp for rest and dinner
Overnight: Samburu Campsite
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 2: Samburu National Reserve

Early breakfast followed by full day game viewing or any other desired activity for the day such as guided nature walks, cultural visits to nearby villages, camel rides, massage, bush barbecues, animal tracking and guiding or a visit to Samburu rock art caves.
Overnight: Samburu Campsite
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 3: Samburu / Meru National Park

Early breakfast followed by road transfer from Samburu to Meru National Park.  On arrival, check in for rest and relaxation as you wait for lunch to be served.  After lunch, enjoy a rewarding afternoon game drive within the park.  Animals easily spotted include elephant, hippo, lion, leopard, cheetah, black rhino, antelopes and others.  Also visit the Adamson’s gravesites with a guided tour of the park in the company of your knowledgeable guide / naturalist. Other activities include guided bush walks, fishing expeditions and bush barbecues.
Overnight: Murera Bandas
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 4: Meru National Park

Early breakfast followed by game viewing or any other scheduled activity for the day such as guided nature walks, cultural visits to nearby villages, massage, bush barbecues or bird walks.
Overnight: Murera Bandas
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 5: Meru National Park / Lake Nakuru National Park

Early breakfast followed by check out and road transfer to Lake Nakuru; optional stops at the equator can be arranged depending on the route that the driver will use.  Arrival at Lake Nakuru for check in and lunch at the camp; the afternoon is spent exploring and site-seeing within the park. Animals and birds that are easy to spot include flamingo, pelican, stork, white rhino, buffalo, giraffe, warthog and others. Enjoy brisk walking by the shores of the lake to enjoy the cool evening breeze. Transfer back to camp for rest and dinner
Overnight: Backpackers Campsite
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 6: Lake Nakuru National Park / Masai Mara

Early morning pre breakfast game drive to spot animals before sunrise; this is followed by breakfast at 0900hrs then departure from park and drive to Masai Mara.  Arrival will be for late lunch at the camp; then relax as you wait for your scheduled game drive at 1600hrs. This is a perfect opportunity to see the big five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant & buffalo), many plains game, bird species and the Masai community.  Other activities that you can enjoy include guided bush walks, cultural visit to a Masai village, bush barbecues and sundowners, balloon safaris and animal tracking.
Overnight: Manyatta Camp
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 7: Masai Mara

Early breakfast followed by full day game viewing in the company of your knowledgeable safari guide. If visiting between July and October, you will also witness the annual wildebeest migration when you visit Mara River where the animals cross. The Mara is teeming with bird-life, animals, and relaxing environment for nature lovers all year round. A hot air balloon ride above the Mara Reserve takes place every day before sunrise at an extra cost.
Overnight: Manyatta Camp
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast
Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, breakfast

Day 8: Masai Mara / Nairobi

Breakfast followed by check out then morning exploration of the park one last time. After your game drive, exit from park and be driven back to Nairobi with stop for lunch at Narok town. Proceed to Nairobi arriving in the evening for transfer to your hotel / Airport for your flight.

What is included?
–    Park fees
–    Transfers and game drives in hatch roof safari minibus
–    Full board accommodation in selected camp
–    Evacuation insurance
–    Professionally trained English speaking tour guide
–    A litre of drinking water per person per day

What is NOT included?
–    Any optional activities such as village visit, balloon safaris, night game viewing, guided nature walks, e.t.c
–    Alcoholic / non alcoholic beverages, laundry, visa, email, e.t.c
–    Local or international flights
–    Tips
–    Any other item not mentioned in the above program

Additional notes:
–    Costs reduce with increasing number of participants
–    Additional nights can be organized in various parks
–    Extra nights in Nairobi can be organized at discounted rates
–    Safari is flexible and can be extended to the beach
–    Local flights can be incorporated on request
–    Can be upgraded to high end luxury camps on request