7-Day Budget Safari: The Savannah Saver

Embark on our 7-Day Savannah Saver Budget Safari, a thrilling cross-country adventure through Tanzania and Kenya’s most iconic parks. Experience the Serengeti’s endless plains, encounter the Big Five, walk with the Hadzabe Bushmen, explore the Datoga blacksmiths, marvel at Amboseli’s elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro’s backdrop, and witness the big cats of the Maasai Mara. This journey blends wildlife, culture, and adventure—perfect for travelers seeking maximum experience at an affordable cost.


This unique experience starts at $1,650 per person.

Itinerary Overview

 Start:In Arusha 

 End: In Nairobi

FULL DETAILS ABOUT THIS TOURS
   Arrival(Most important details ) 
  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation prior to the start of the tour is also available for an extra charge.

Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Activities:

  • 08:00 AM pickup from Arusha, meet cook & guide
  • Transfer in 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Afternoon game drive in Tarangire (elephants, baobab trees)
  • Picnic lunch inside the park

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire → Serengeti National Park

Activities:

  • Morning drive via Ngorongoro Crater rim
  • Game drive en route to Seronera (Central Serengeti)
  • Experience: Pitch tents in Serengeti wilderness (safe with guards)

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Nyani Campsite
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Serengeti → Lake Eyasi

Activities:

  • 06:00 AM early morning game drive
  • Mid-day transfer to Lake Eyasi
  • Visit Datoga Tribe (Blacksmiths) – arrowhead making from scrap metal

Main Destination: Lake Eyasi
Accommodation: Budget Bandas
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Hadzabe Hunt & Border Crossing → Amboseli

Activities:

  • 05:30 AM cultural highlight: join Hadzabe Bushmen for dawn hunt, fire-making, bow-shooting
  • Drive to Namanga Border
  • Transition: Cross into Kenya, switch to 4x4 Safari Van
  • Evening drive to Amboseli National Park

Main Destination: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation: Kimana Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Amboseli → Lake Nakuru

Activities:

  • Morning game drive (elephants, Mt. Kilimanjaro views)
  • Scenic drive via Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
  • Late afternoon game drive (time permitting) or early next day
  • Visit Rhino Sanctuary

Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation: Chester Hotel (Budget hotel in Nakuru town)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara

Activities:

  • Morning drive to Maasai Mara
  • Afternoon game drive in Kenya’s most famous reserve

Main Destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Maasai Cultural Visit & Departure

Activities:

  • Morning early game drive
  • 10:00 AM cultural highlight: Maasai Village visit (dance, traditions)
  • Afternoon drive back to Nairobi
  • Drop-off at Nairobi City Center

Main Destination: Nairobi (End of Tour)
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Highlights

  • The Great Migration: Experience dramatic river crossings and migration paths.
  • Iconic Wildlife: Spot lions, leopards, elephants, and other incredible species.
  • Diverse Landscapes: From Tarangire’s baobab trees to Serengeti’s plains and Ngorongoro’s volcanic crater.
  • Accommodation: Enjoy budget camping with stunning locations near or within the parks.

Consider what's included and excluded.

Package Includes

  • Transport:
    • Tanzania: 4x4 Land Cruiser (pop-up roof)
    • Kenya: 4x4 Safari Van (pop-up roof)
  • Accommodation: 6 nights (camping + budget lodges)
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (private chef in TZ, buffet in KE)
  • Park entry fees: Tarangire, Serengeti, Amboseli, Nakuru, Maasai Mara
  • Camping fees & crater service fees
  • Cultural activities: Hadzabe Bushman hunt, Datoga Blacksmith visit, Maasai Village visit
  • Crew: Professional driver guides
  • Bottled water throughout safari

Package Excludes

  • Visas: Kenya ETA ($30), Tanzania Visa ($50–$100)
  • Sleeping bag (bring your own or rent locally $10–$20)
  • Drinks: sodas, beers, alcohol at camps/lodges
  • Tips: $10–$15/day for guide, $5–$10/day for chef
  • Personal items: toiletries, mosquito repellent, travel insurance
  • Balloon Safari (optional extra $450 pp)

Special Notes

  • Single Supplement Rate Applies
    • (extra cost for solo travelers)
  • Rates are based on entry room category
  • Rates are subject to change depending on season and availability
Start dates
Solo (Tent)2 People(Sharing Tent)
01/11/2024 - 31/12/2024
$3,985$2,638
01/1/2025-30/06/2025$3,985$2,638
01/07/2025-31/12/2025$3,985$2,638