Kenya in a Budget: Amboseli & Masai Mara 2026
A Customizable Trip to Kenya — 8 Days / 7 Nights
Highlights
Into the heart of Kenya’s pristine wilderness and rich culture. Explore the 5,000-acre Elerai Private Conservancy, nestled at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, where you’ll experience unspoiled landscapes and exceptional wildlife encounters away from the crowds of Amboseli National Park. In the Masai Mara, connect with the Maasai people along the Talek River, learning about their traditions while surrounded by breathtaking views and the vibrant sounds of monkeys and birds. This journey blends natural beauty, cultural interaction, and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
About this Safari
Explore the unspoiled 5000-acre private Elerai Private Conservancy, located to the southeast of Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Interact with the Maasai people who live along the Talek River as you discover the wonders of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Monkeys and birds provide a constant background soundtrack, while the views across the river are unimpeded by the magnificent trees.
Cost of tour – 2026
04 Jan – 28 Feb, 01 – 31 Oct & 01 – 15 Dec – $ 5,583
01 Mar – 30 Apr, 01 – 30 Jun & 01 – 30 Nov – $ 5,346
01 Jul – 30 Sep – $ 6,183
Rates
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: Karen Gables, Nairobi
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and driver guide and transferred to…
Day 2 – 4: Elerai Camp, Amboseli
This morning, you will be met by our representative and driver guide and transferred to Wilson Airport in time for your scheduled flight to Amboseli National Park.
Fly to Amboseli
On arrival, you will be met by your…
Day 5 – 7: Basecamp Masai Mara, Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, depart the camp for your final game drive en route to Amboseli Airstrip in time for your scheduled flight to Nairobi
Fly to Masai Mara
On arrival in the world-famous Mara Mara, you will be met by your…
Day 8: Departure
This morning, depart the camp for your final game drive enroute to Ol Kiombo Airstrip in time for your scheduled flight to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport
Fly to Nairobi.
Our guest representative and driver guide will …
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Details of costs
This cost includes:
- Bed & breakfast accommodation at Karen Gables
- Full board accommodation
- Soft drinks, mineral water, beer, house wines at Elerai Camp
- Mineral water, tea & coffee service in tent at Basecamp Masai Mara
- Safari activities including shared scheduled day game drives
- Night game drives, guided bush walks, mountain bike riding and one sundowner at Elerai Camp
- Picnic excursions, private dining at the platform (subject to availability), garden dining, Young Explorers children club, visits to Basecamps Conservation & Community projects, Basecamp Maasai Brand tour, Enjoolata Awareness centre tour, Guided bird walk safari and nature forest & tree nursery tour at Basecamp Masai Mara
- Park and conservancy fees
- Scheduled flights and domestic flight departure tax
- Processing and payment of one single entry visa per person
- Meet and assist on arrival and departure at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Lounge access at Wilson Airport
- Use of customised safari concierge app
- VIP welcome at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- AMREF Flying Doctors Membership
- Airport and airstrip transfers
- Laundry and all statutory taxes
This cost does not include:
- Additional meals and drinks at Karen Gables
- Additional drinks at Elerai Camp & Basecamp Masai Mara
- Additional activities not mentioned in inclusions
- Exclusive use of vehicle
- All statutory increases beyond our control
- International flights and additional visa fees
- Gratuities and items of a personal nature
- Any other extras
Notes
- There are no rates for 01 – 31 May 2025 as Elerai Camp is closed
- There is a baggage restriction of 15 kgs on all internal flights, in soft bags
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Questions about this Kenya safari
Where does this eight-day trip go?
You begin at Karen Gables in Nairobi, fly to Elerai Camp in the 5,000-acre Elerai Private Conservancy southeast of Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, then continue to Basecamp Masai Mara on the Talek River. It runs eight days and seven nights, with scheduled flights linking each leg.
Why stay in a conservancy rather than Amboseli itself?
The Elerai Private Conservancy gives you unspoiled landscapes and wildlife encounters away from the crowds of Amboseli National Park, while still sitting in the same ecosystem beneath Kilimanjaro. It also allows activities that the national park does not, such as night game drives, guided bush walks and mountain biking.
What is included in the cost?
Rates start from US$5,346 per person, covering bed and breakfast at Karen Gables, full board at the camps, drinks at Elerai, shared scheduled day game drives, night drives, bush walks, mountain biking and a sundowner at Elerai, a range of activities at Basecamp, park and conservancy fees, scheduled flights, one single-entry visa, AMREF Flying Doctors membership, transfers and laundry.
Does this work for a family?
It can. Basecamp Masai Mara runs a Young Explorers children's club, along with picnic excursions, garden dining, a guided bird walk and a nature forest and tree nursery tour. There are also visits to Basecamp's conservation and community projects, the Maasai Brand tour and the Enjoolata Awareness Centre, plus time with Maasai neighbours along the Talek River.
When should we travel, and how do rates change?
The recommended season is May to October. Rates of US$5,346 apply from 1 March to 30 April, 1 to 30 June and 1 to 30 November. From 4 January to 28 February, 1 to 31 October and 1 to 15 December the rate is US$5,583, and 1 July to 30 September is US$6,183. May has no rates because Elerai Camp is closed.