8 Days Kenya Self Drive itinerary – Kenya Safari Tour.
Explore the magical Kenya on 8 Days Self Drive Kenya itinerary to explore wildlife and beaches of Mombasa on an Kenya wildlife safari. You will Explore Nairobi – Samburu- Ol pejata – Amboseli- Tsavo West- Diani beach. This 8 Days Kenya Road Trip itinerary is the alternative for 7 Days Kenya Self drive tour designed for travelers that wish to explore the Big five in Kenya in one of the cheapest national Parks excluding the luxury Masai Mara due to park entrance that is 200$ with restriction on Self drive Safaris within the game reserve .
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Trip Summary 8 Days Kenya Self Drive Itinerary – Wildlife & Beach Tours.
Day 1: Pick up the rental Jeep and do shopping and head to Samburu National Reserve
Day 2: Game drive
Day 3: Transfer to ol pejeta conservancy
Day 4: Rhino Watching and walking Safari
Day 5: Transfer to Amboseli National Park
Day 6: Game Drive and Transfer to Tsavo West
Day 7: Game drive
Day 8: Transfer to Diani Beach Mombasa and hand over the Jeep.
Detailed 8 Days Best Kenya Road trip Itinerary- Self Drive Tour
Day 1: Pick up the rental Jeep and do shopping and head to Samburu National Reserve
Depending the rental pick up address, we shall deliver the car to your agreed location with the reservation team and start the trip heading to Samburu National Reserve , the rare germ of hidden passion for wildlife travelers that select to explore Kenya on Self drive itinerary at Cheap kenya Safaris . The Drive will cover 311kms from Nairobi and you will stop within enroute to so shopping and check in at the accommodation campsite in the evening to set up your Campsite.
Day 2: Game drive
The beautiful day will start off with a delicious morning breakfast at the camp. After the mouthwatering breakfast, embark on an exhilarating morning game drive through Samburu national reserve dry plains that will help you spot various wild animals especially the big cats and their prey including waterbucks, elands, zebras, giraffes, elephants, ostriches, etc.
The game drive will take you up to mid-morning when you will have the interesting camel ride experience in the park while seeing the breathtaking Savannah grasslands and shrubs.
After lunch, enjoy a guided nature walk with the rangers in this National Park. Here you’ll have other opportunities to encounter animals and also appreciate the natural endowments of the park. In the evening, embark on a fly camping experience in the National Park. It will surely improve the whole experience and make it more rewarding. Transfer back to the camp at dusk for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Transfer to ol pejeta conservancy
After morning breakfast at the camp , you will go for simple game drive as you exit the park and start to head to Ol pejeta Conservation which is ranked as the best destination for Rhino Tracking . The camping sector of Ol pejeta is more developed and good. You will arrive at the camp and relax.
Day 4: Rhino Watching and walking Safari
A Self drive safari to Ol Pejeta Conservancy offers a unique wildlife experience, particularly for rhino and chimpanzee enthusiasts. It’s known for its large black rhino population, a haven for rescued chimpanzees, and opportunities to engage with conservation efforts. its the best place where your guaranteed to see the Rhinos like the case for Mkomazi National Park in Tanzania where you enjoyed even the Wild African Dogs watching . Never miss the chance to include it on Tanzania Self drive itinerary to the coastal region.
Day 5: Transfer to Amboseli National Park(415.6 km)
Have breakfast then from Ol Pejeta Conservancy with en-route morning game drive, you will arrive in the conservancy in time for lunch at Nairobi and later proceed to Amboseli National Park the best wildlife destination cheaper compared to Masai Mara National Reserve which is expensive. ( We recommend Masai mara National Park if your interested in The Great Migration) and you will check in at the campsite in Evening.
Day 6: Game Drive and Transfer to Tsavo West
In the Morning, you will go for a game drive Amboseli National Park and later proceed to drive to tsavo West national Park which is good for wildlife watching in Kenya when planning to connect to Mombasa Coastal Region. During the Game drive in Tsavo you will spot lions, hyena, buffaloes, cheetah, elephants among others. Overnight at Public Campsite.
Day 7: Game drive
Your day will start with breakfast served early at your lodge ahead of your morning game drive during which you will see various wildlife species that can easily be spotted roaming, grazing and hunting in the Savannah plains of Tsavo west national park. This national park is known for man-eating lions which can be seen in many numbers hunting and scouting for their prey in the national park. Other wildlife species which can be seen in Tsavo west national park include elephants, giraffes, zebras, elands, kudus, rhinos, buffalos among others. You will return to your campsite for lunch after optional Walking Safari or Second evening game drive
Day 8: Transfer to Diani Beach Mombasa and hand over the Jeep.
After morning breakfast, you will set off from Tsavo West National Park and head to Mombasa the coastal region in Kenya to explore the beach life. Self Drive East Africa recommends that you book close to Diani Beach and be a ware of hot weather.