Kenya · Safari

7-Day Kenya Big Five Safari through Maasai Mara and Amboseli

7 Days Round trip from Kenyatta Road Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the Big Five in Maasai Mara during morning and afternoon game drives
02 Spot flamingos and endangered rhinos at Lake Nakuru National Park
03 Explore Amboseli National Park with Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop
04 Discover Tsavo East's red-soiled plains with lions, elephants, and diverse birdlife

Embark on a 7-day Kenya safari across Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, and Tsavo East. Witness the Big Five in the Mara, marvel at flamingos and rhinos at Lake Nakuru, and enjoy Amboseli's elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop. Explore Tsavo East's vast plains and diverse wildlife while staying in handpicked lodges and safari camps. With guided game drives and optional cultural interactions with the Maasai, this safari combines wildlife, landscapes, and Kenyan culture in one unforgettable adventure.

Witness the Big Five in the Mara, marvel at flamingos and rhinos at Lake Nakuru, and enjoy Amboseli's elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo East National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

Begin your Kenya safari with an early pickup from your Nairobi hotel or airport.
Travel through the Great Rift Valley with a photo stop at the scenic viewpoint.
Arrive at Maasai Mara for lunch and relax before an afternoon game drive.
Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and enjoy a stunning Mara sunset.

Overnight at AA Lodge or Jambo Mara Safari Lodge.

Day 02

Full-Day Big Five Safari in Maasai Mara

Spend the day on guided game drives in Maasai Mara searching for the Big Five.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature.
Optional hot-air balloon ride at sunrise over the Mara plains for breathtaking views.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru Wildlife Safari

Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park via Narok town after breakfast.
Check in at Lake Nakuru Lodge or Flamingo Hill Camp for lunch.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot flamingos, pelicans, rhinos, and potentially a leopard.

Overnight at the same lodge.

Day 04

Lake Nakuru to Amboseli with Kilimanjaro Views

Depart early for Amboseli National Park with a stop for lunch en route.
Arrive for an afternoon game drive with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.

Overnight at AA Lodge Amboseli or Amboseli Sopa Lodge.

Day 05

Sunrise Safari and Elephant Herds in Amboseli

Start the day with a sunrise game drive followed by breakfast.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive or an optional Maasai village visit.
Observe Amboseli's massive elephant herds and iconic landscapes.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 06

Amboseli to Tsavo East Across Red-Soiled Plains

Travel to Tsavo East after breakfast.
Check in at Ngulia Safari Lodge for lunch.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive to explore the red-soiled plains and spot elephants, lions, and diverse birdlife.

Overnight at Ngulia Safari Lodge.

Day 07

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Enjoy a morning game drive before breakfast to spot wildlife one last time.
Have an early lunch en route.
Return to Nairobi with drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by evening.

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara plains, Lake Nakuru National Park flamingo shores, Amboseli National Park with Mount Kilimanjaro

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kenyatta Road 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All airport transfers and ground transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Park entrance fees to all listed national parks and reserves
Full-board accommodation including breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily game drives and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Government taxes and levies

What's Not Included

International and domestic flights
Visa fees and travel insurance
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, beverages, and tips
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary, such as hot-air balloon rides or village visits
Additional meals or drinks outside the safari plan
Gratuities to the driver-guide and lodge staff