A budget bush honeymoon in Kenya costs from about KSh 75,000 to 150,000 per person (roughly US$700 to 1,400) for 3 to 4 nights. It gives you comfortable budget lodges or tented camps, guided game drives and full-board meals in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha or Tsavo, without luxury-lodge prices.
At a glance
- Price (indicative): KSh 75,000 to 150,000 per person, about US$700 to 1,400
- Length: 3 to 4 nights
- Where: Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha or Tsavo
- Best for: couples who want the safari magic while keeping the honeymoon budget manageable
Option A: 3 nights in the Maasai Mara
The Maasai Mara is one of Kenya’s flagship wildlife destinations, famous for big cats, large wildlife concentrations and the annual Great Migration. See the day-by-day plan in the itinerary below.
Option B: 4 days in Amboseli
For spectacular scenery, Amboseli is hard to beat. It is known for large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro, and the Kenya Wildlife Service also highlights its wetlands, birdlife, Maasai culture and Observation Hill.
Option C: 4 days in Tsavo
A more adventurous honeymoon through one of Kenya’s largest wilderness landscapes, with elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, leopards and dramatic scenery.
Why couples choose it
You still get private couple time and, where available, a romantic room setup, while the overall cost stays low. Peak months (July to October) and holiday periods cost more, so book early. Request a quote for your dates.

