7-Day Kenya Safari through Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara

7 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Encounter Big Five wildlife across Kenya's iconic safari parks
  • 02 Marvel at Amboseli's large elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop
  • 03 Spot rhinos and admire the beautiful landscapes in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • 04 Journey through the Great Rift Valley
  • 05 Explore the endless plains of the world-famous Masai Mara
  • 06 Choose an optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha to spot hippos and birdlife

Discover the very best of Kenya on this 7-day safari adventure through Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara National Reserve. Experience stunning landscapes, incredible wildlife, the legendary Big Five, and the beauty of Kenya's most famous safari destinations. From Amboseli's large elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro views to rhino sightings at Lake Nakuru and the endless plains of the Masai Mara, this journey brings together some of the country's most rewarding safari experiences.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park Safari

  • Pick-up: Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport.

  • Travel: Depart Nairobi and travel to Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Arrival: Arrive at your lodge or camp for lunch.

  • Game drive: Enjoy an afternoon game drive.

  • Wildlife viewing: Explore the park in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife.

  • Dinner & overnight: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Safari in Amboseli National Park

  • Safari: Spend the full day exploring Amboseli National Park.

  • Landscapes: Discover the beautiful landscapes, wetlands, and open plains where wildlife gathers.

  • Viewing: The park offers some of Kenya's best elephant viewing and incredible photography opportunities with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.

  • Game drives: Enjoy game drives throughout the day.

  • Dinner & overnight: Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Amboseli through Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru

  • Breakfast: After breakfast, depart Amboseli.

  • Travel: Travel towards the Great Rift Valley.

  • Scenic views: Enjoy scenic views along the way.

  • Arrival: Arrive at Lake Naivasha.

  • Optional activity: An optional boat ride on the lake is available to see hippos and birdlife.

  • Continue: Continue on to Lake Nakuru.

  • Check-in: Check in at your lodge.

  • Dinner & overnight: Enjoy dinner and relax overnight.

4
Day 04

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Breakfast: After breakfast.

  • Game drive: Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and beautiful landscapes.

  • Continue: Continue to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.

  • Arrival: Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive.

  • Game drive: Explore the savannah in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, and other wildlife.

  • Dinner & overnight: Head to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Full-Day Masai Mara Wildlife Safari

  • Safari: Spend the full day exploring the magnificent Masai Mara.

  • Game drives: Enjoy exciting game drives across the reserve's endless plains, searching for the Big Five and other wildlife species.

  • Lunch: Picnic lunch inside the reserve.

  • Explore: Explore the famous wildlife areas.

  • Seasonal note: During migration season, you may witness the incredible wildebeest migration.

  • Dinner & overnight: Return to the camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Masai Mara Safari and Cultural Experience

  • Optional activity: An optional early morning game drive is available before breakfast.

  • Explore: Continue exploring different parts of the Masai Mara, enjoying more wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery.

  • Optional activity: An optional Maasai village visit can be arranged to experience the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Maasai people.

  • Dinner & overnight: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

7
Day 07

Masai Mara to Nairobi

  • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast.
  • Travel: Begin your journey back to Nairobi.
  • Arrival: Arrive in the afternoon.
  • Drop-off: Be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport.

This marks the end of your unforgettable 7-day Kenya safari adventure.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 5 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport

  • Transport in a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide

  • Accommodation in safari lodges/camps

  • Meals as per the itinerary

  • Game drives in all parks mentioned

  • Drinking water during game drives

  • Great Rift Valley scenic stop

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

  • Travel insurance

  • Drinks and personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Maasai village visit (optional)

  • Boat ride at Lake Naivasha (optional)

  • Hot air balloon safari (optional)

  • Laundry and personal services

  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

What to bring

  • Comfortable safari clothing

  • Warm jacket or fleece for morning drives

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

  • Camera or smartphone

  • Binoculars

  • Insect repellent

  • Personal medication and toiletries

  • Power bank and chargers

  • Small backpack

  • Travel documents and identification

  • Cash for tips, souvenirs, and optional activities

Know before you go

  • Park entry fees are included only if they are part of the selected package.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi hotel, residence, or airport
Tour start
Nairobi
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,200.00 — $2,400.00
Double Sharing $1,600.00 — $2,000.00
Triple Sharing $1,500.00 — $1,700.00

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