After a two months travel thru Latin America (hence, without any preparation for this three month travel thru East Africa
;-))), we arrived in Nairobi a couple of days ago. Today we started looking around for safaris and so far we only found safaris that seem to give too little (altho spread over three days) for too much money. But, for instance: are there good deals to find for a 24 hours safari in Amboseli Park? And is it possible, after the safari, to hop on a public bus to go to Mombasa?
We also would like to do a walking safari in one of the other parks: can you just go to a park and ask for a guide to accompany you as you get there or do you have to have all this organized by an agency?
Thank you for any kind of information!
wim and anneke
It's unfortunate that you didn't do more safari research before your arrival. Even budget camping safaris are expensive. National park fees are pricey, I believe now in the $ 80/day range for Amboseli, plus vehicle fees, so you can see why safari prices seem high. Just rocking up to a park and asking for a guide is not likely to be fruitful, and that's assuming you make it to the front gate. Most of the Big Game parks are not easily reached without private transport, and require private transport within their boundaries. I would suggest asking at your lodging for recommendations, and speaking with other travellers you meet who have just been on safaris for last minute on the spot cheapo recommendations. Be careful if the price seems too low. Gametrackers is a company that I used previously and can recommend, but I wouldn't hold my breath on a last minute super special. Walking safaris are not permitted in Kenyan national parks, with the exception of Hell's Gate NP (which is easily reachable with public transport). If you are going as far south as Zambia walking safaris are permitted there.
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