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Kenya Backpacking Safari

Kenya Backpacking Safari

Overview

A backpacking safari in Kenya presents an exhilarating opportunity to discover the diverse breathtaking scenery and rich wildlife. Experience a journey to renowned wildlife destinations such as Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli, where you can witness the magnificent Big Five.

Moreover, if the timing is appropriate, you can also witness the spectacular wildebeest migration. Affordable lodging options include campsites and budget hotels where applicable. Additionally, engaging with the Masai and other local communities enhances the safari package, providing a more profound appreciation of Kenya’s dynamic cultural heritage.

Budget Accommodation

Our camps are equipped with beds, beddings, mosquito nets, flush toilets, and hot water showers. There is a communal dining area where meals are served in a buffet style. Additionally, we cater for special dietary requirements including vegetarian and vegan options.

Transport Logistics

Kenya epic safaris facilitates travel and game drives with our customized 4×4 safari vehicles. Typically, the vans/jeeps are accessorized with pop up roofs ideal for game viewing, communication gadgets and comfortable seats. After all our aim is to enhance the overall safariing experience.

The Allure Of A Kenya Budget Safari

During your budget-friendly safari in Kenya, you will benefit from the expertise of our skilled driver guides. Equally important the guides possess extensive knowledge of the wildlife and various landscapes that you will encounter.

Experiencing the excitement of exploring wildlife but also sceneries is an adventure that every traveler should include in their bucket list. Moreover, our Kenya backpacking safari package offers you the chance to engage directly with the rich cultural diversity of the region. At the same time enjoy remarkable game viewing opportunities in this premium park.

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Safaris

Six Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Bakpacking Camping Safari. [Itinerary]

Day One: Nairobi – Masai Mara

First, a representative from Kenya epic safaris will meet you at your hotel or pick you up from the airport. Secondly, the rep will brief and hand you over to your assigned driver guide, who will facilitate your Kenya backpacking safari.

Your driver guide will drive you to the famous Masai Mara game reserve. Shortly after your departure, there will be a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, allowing you to view a portion of the valley and capture some photographs or selfies. This valley extends from Jordan in Israel to Mozambique, covering a distance of 8,000 miles.

You will then proceed to Narok town for lunch before continuing your journey to the game reserve, where you are expected to arrive in the late afternoon. The camp staff will welcome you and escort you to your designated tents.

Experience an exhilarating game drive as you navigate through the renowned wildlife reserve. The globally celebrated Masai Mara is distinguished by the millions of wildebeest, gazelles, and zebras that traverse the Mara River, creating the spectacular event known as the wildebeest migration. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be provided at a budget tented camp.

Day Two: Masai Mara

Today, we will embark on a comprehensive game drive. Following your awakening, you will gather in the dining area for a hearty breakfast. Your safari guide will coordinate with the cook to arrange your picnic lunches.

You will then set out in pursuit of wildlife. The Masai Mara is renowned for its remarkable population of big cats, as well as herds of elephants, zebras, resident wildebeest, antelopes and gazelles among others. Remarkably, avian life is also abundant, you are bound to encounter migratory and resident birds. The Masai Mara Game Reserve presents an excellent opportunity to observe all of the Big Five.

You will spend the entire day engaged in game viewing, which includes a visit to the Mara river, where you will observe crocodiles basking in the sun. There is an option to visit a Masai village or take an early morning balloon ride at an additional fee. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be provided at a budget tented camp.

Day Three: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru

Wake up at dawn, the African sunrise offers the perfect setting to take amazing photos and selfies as you enjoy your breakfast. Afterwards, your driver guide will drive you to Lake Nakuru, stopping for lunch along the way and expect to arrive in the afternoon. Often described as a birdwatcher’s haven, Lake Nakuru is renowned for the millions of pink flamingos that inhabit its shores.

The view of the lake from the baboon cliff reveals a stunning pink hue, attributed to the vibrant plumage of the flamingos, which has led to its nickname, “Pink Lake.” The park is home to approximately 450 species of birds, encompassing both migratory and resident varieties.

Designated as a World Heritage Site, the park is acknowledged as a wetland of global significance. Lake Nakuru not only boasts over 50 species of mammals but also serves as a sanctuary for both black and white rhinos.

It is notable for having the highest population of black rhinos in Kenya, alongside white rhinos that have been introduced from South Africa. Due to the park’s limited size, elephants are absent, as they require expansive areas rich in vegetation for sustenance. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at an affordable hotel in the town.

Day Four: Lake Nakuru – Amboseli

Following a delightful breakfast, your driver guide will drive you to Amboseli. Significantly, the guide will engage you with insights about various landscapes encountered on your journey, ensuring you arrive at Kimana Camp in time for a delightful hot lunch. Upon arrival, the camp staff will guide you to your designated tents. You may spend your afternoon at your leisure or engage with the local community, followed by an evening game drive.

Amboseli is home to a diverse array of wildlife, not only the Big Five, various feline species, plains game but also numerous bird species. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at Kimana Camp.

Day Five: Amboseli

Awaken early to witness the breathtaking sight of Mt. Kilimanjaro, which stands majestically as the stunning backdrop of this remarkable park. On a clear day, the snow-capped peaks are clearly visible. Following breakfast, embark on a morning game drive. At this time you will have the best chance to observe wildlife, as animals are most active during the cooler hours before the sun intensifies.

Amboseli has the largest population of elephants and has served as a focal point for elephant research for the past three decades. Notably, each elephant is identified by name. The game drive will also include a stop at the observation point, providing an opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of the Amboseli plains.

After returning to the campsite for lunch, you may choose to relax in the afternoon or take a stroll around the camp to socialize. In the evening, set out for another game drive, where you may encounter large herds of elephants. Amboseli is home to a diverse range of bird species, both migratory and resident. All meals and overnight accommodations will be provided at Kimana Camp.

Day Six: Amboseli – Nairobi

A pre-breakfast game drive will commence at 6:30 A.M.; this will allow you to witness the breathtaking African sunrise. Apart from this, the sunrise offers an ideal backdrop for capturing stunning photographs and selfies. Additionally, you will also get the chance to spot any wildlife species you may have overlooked during previous game drives.

Return to the camp by mid-morning, where a hearty breakfast will be served. Following your meal, you will embark on your journey back to Nairobi. Also, lunch will be provided along the way, arriving in the late afternoon. Finally, your guide will drop you off at either a hotel or the airport, marking the conclusion of your Kenya backpacking safari.

End of services.

  • Transport in a customized safari van with a pop up roof ideal for game viewing .
  • All park entrance fees.
  • Meals as described in the itinerary.
  • Budget accommodation.
  • Game drives and other activities as described in the itinerary.
  • Services of an English speaking driver guide.
  • Complimentary Bottled water 1 Litre per person per day.
  • All government taxes.
  • International airfares.
  • All expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, hard drinks, soft drinks and laundry.
  • Tips.
  • Visas.
  • Travel Insurance.
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Kenya Budet Camping Accommodation

The renowned Masai Mara offers a variety of budget-friendly camping accommodations. Numerous campsites are situated both within the reserve and in close proximity to it.

These campsites feature permanently erected tents equipped with beds, bedding, mosquito nets, flush toilets, and hot showers. Bedding is refreshed daily, and guests are provided with towels. Each tent can accommodate one, two, or three individuals, and there is the option to set up a personal tent within the campsite area.

Dining facilities are available at the campsites, where meals are served alongside a bar. Our cook prepares fresh food in a buffet style, and we are able to accommodate special dietary requirements. In the evenings, guests can enjoy a bonfire while being entertained by Masai warriors, providing an opportunity to socialize and relax.

Lake Nakuru is a relatively compact national park, which results in a limited number of camping facilities available within its boundaries. Nevertheless, there are alternative campsites situated around the park, as well as budget accommodations in Nakuru town.

Ground camping is highly favored among tourists who enjoy the thrill of outdoor adventures. The campsites are distributed throughout the park and are in proximity to the lake, providing breathtaking views of the park’s landscapes, including Makalia Falls.

Budget campsites at Amboseli National Park are somewhat limited and situated outside the park’s boundaries. However, the camps are within a short driving distance from the various entrance gates. Significantly visitors can choose between tented accommodations or a more traditional ground camping experience.

The tented camps are equipped with beds, bedding, mosquito nets, flush toilets and hot showers. Bedding is refreshed daily, and guests are provided with towels. Each tent can accommodate one to three individuals.

The campsites feature dining areas where meals are served, along with a bar. Our cook prepares fresh food in a buffet style, and we are able to accommodate special dietary requirements. In the evenings, guests can enjoy a bonfire while being entertained by Masai warriors, providing an opportunity to socialize and relax.

Know Your Parks / Reserve

Kenya’s Wildlife Jewel

The renowned Masai Mara National Reserve is regarded as the premier game-viewing destination in Kenya. It has received accolades as the best game reserve in Africa for two consecutive years from the World Travel Awards. Notably, this reserve provides an exceptional opportunity to observe the Big Five.

The Big Five, which includes lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, and rhinos can be encountered here. Significantly, the annual migration of over a million wildebeests and zebras from the Serengeti plains is a wildlife phenomena. A diverse array of ungulates is also readily observable, including wildebeests, Thomson’s gazelles, grant’s gazelles, buffaloes, rhinos, impalas, Topis, elands, zebras, giraffes and duikers.

Common predators in the area include lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, jackals and foxes. Masai Mara is home to over 450 identified bird species, with notable examples being the common ostrich, secretary bird, Kori bustard, hornbills, storks, eagles and vultures.

Pink Lake

Lake Nakuru is recognized as one of the alkaline lakes situated within the Great Rift Valley. Commonly referred to as the “Pink Lake” or Africa’s Bird Paradise, it is strategically positioned in central Kenya, within the confines of Lake Nakuru National Park. The park spans an area of 188 square kilometers, while the lake itself covers approximately 62 square kilometers.

The lake is renowned for the vast numbers of flamingos that congregate there, although these birds can be unpredictable and may not always be present in large quantities through out the year. From the vantage point of baboon cliff, the lake appears pink due to the presence of flamingos. The landscape surrounding Lake Nakuru features a mix of grasslands, rocky cliffs, acacia woodlands, and a forest dominated by euphorbia trees.

Bird’s Paradise

There are two primary species of flamingos found in the lake. In particular, the lesser flamingo and the greater flamingo, both of which feed on algae that thrive in the warm alkaline waters. In addition to flamingos, the area is home to various other bird species, including ducks, pelicans, cormorants, plovers, vultures, eagles, and buzzards.

Lake Nakuru also hosts over 50 species of mammals, such as hippos, reedbucks, waterbucks, Rothschild giraffes, baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, lions, gazelles, and impalas, among others.

The Park

Amboseli National Park is situated to the south of Nairobi, approximately 140 kilometers away, which translates to a four-hour drive from the city. The park encompasses an area of 392 square kilometers. Its ecosystem features a seasonal body of water known as Lake Amboseli, from which the park derives its name, along with swamps, expansive plains, acacia woodlands, rocky outcrops, thorny bushes, and marshlands. The landscape is prominently characterized by the stunning snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa. These snow caps are most visible during clear weather, particularly in the early morning and late evening hours. The picturesque scenery provides ample opportunities for capturing memorable photographs to share with friends and family back home.

Amboseli: A Wildlife Treasure

Many tourists regard Amboseli National Park as Kenya’s second most significant wildlife destination, following the Masai Mara Game Reserve. It is notable for having the highest population of elephants among Kenya’s national parks. Despite its relatively small size compared to other parks, Amboseli supports a diverse array of bird species and wildlife. The local population primarily consists of the Masai, although individuals from other Kenyan tribes have also settled in Amboseli in search of better opportunities. In addition to wildlife viewing and the breathtaking vistas of Mount Kilimanjaro, visitors have the chance to explore a local Masai village, gaining insights into their culture and engaging with the community.