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

7 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See elephants roaming beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park
  • 02 Explore Amboseli's swamps, dry lake beds, and acacia woodlands on a full-day safari
  • 03 Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha and walk among wildlife on Crescent Island
  • 04 Spend two game-viewing days in the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara
  • 05 Look out for lion, leopard, cheetah, and African bush elephant in the Masai Mara

Welcome to Kenya on a 7-day journey through Nairobi, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, and the Masai Mara. Experience Kenya's iconic safari landscapes, from elephants roaming beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli to the calm waters of Lake Naivasha and the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara. This tour combines game drives, a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, and a walk on Crescent Island, with opportunities to spot lion, leopard, cheetah, African bush elephant, and more. The Masai Mara also hosts the Great Migration, one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife spectacles.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Hotel Transfer

  • Upon arrival at JKIA, you'll be met by your warm and professional representative holding a personalized welcome sign.
  • After a brief introduction, you'll be assisted with your luggage and transferred to your Nairobi hotel for check-in.
  • Meals: Dinner
  • Accommodation: CONCORD HOTEL/SIMILAR

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Early check-in: Guests arriving before the standard check-in time are required to pay an additional charge as per hotel policy: $70 per double room; $60 per single room.
2
Day 02

Journey to Amboseli and Afternoon Game Drive

  • Head to Amboseli, southward to the vast plains of Amboseli National Park, a land where elephants roam freely beneath the shadow of Africa's crown jewel, Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with warm hospitality before enjoying lunch with breathtaking views of the open plains.
  • Later in the afternoon, the adventure unfolds with a game drive, depending on arrival time. Amboseli is famed for its large herds of elephants, often seen against the backdrop of the snow-capped peak - a photographer's dream.
  • As dusk falls and Kilimanjaro blushes in soft twilight, return to the lodge.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Accommodation: SENTRIM AMBOSELI/SIMILAR
3
Day 03

Full-Day Safari in Amboseli National Park

  • Wake up to a golden sunrise and the distant trumpeting of elephants.
  • After breakfast, head out for a full-day safari, exploring the park's diverse habitats, from swamps and dry lake beds to acacia woodlands.
  • Visit the Observation Hill, where a panoramic view reveals the dramatic contrast of Amboseli's lush and dry zones.
  • In between game drives, enjoy a relaxing lunch.
  • Return in the evening for a slower-paced end to the day.
  • Dinner and overnight stay.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Accommodation: SENTRIM AMBOSELI/SIMILAR
4
Day 04

Lake Naivasha Boat Ride and Crescent Island Walk

  • After breakfast, it's time to swap the golden savannah for Kenya's freshwater paradise, Lake Naivasha.
  • The drive is scenic, passing through valleys and escarpments before reaching the peaceful shores of the lake.
  • Once in Naivasha, guests enjoy lunch and a moment to relax before setting off on a boat ride across the calm waters.
  • Expect sightings of hippos bobbing in the water and countless birds soaring above.
  • The experience continues at Crescent Island, a hidden gem where you can walk freely among grazing giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
  • Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: NAIVASHA KONGONI LODGE/SIMILAR
5
Day 05

Travel to the Masai Mara and First Game Drive

  • Head to the world-famous Masai Mara.
  • Whether flying above the Great Rift Valley or taking the scenic drive by road, the journey itself sets the tone - endless landscapes, rolling hills, and glimpses of rural life.
  • Upon arrival and check-in, guests head out for their first afternoon game drive in the Mara.
  • As the sun sinks behind the acacias, the day ends with dinner at the lodge or camp, with the sounds of the wild serving as the perfect nightcap.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: MARA SIMBA LODGE/SIMILAR
6
Day 06

Full-Day Game Viewing in the Masai Mara

  • Day two is all about immersion - spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara, with full-day game drives scheduled.
  • For a cultural touch, there's also an opportunity to visit a local Maasai village at an extra cost. You can interact with the community, learn about their traditions, and walk away with a deeper appreciation for the people who call this wild land home.
  • Evenings in the Mara are magical - clear skies, fresh air, and stories around the dinner table.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at the camp/lodge.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: MARA SIMBA LODGE/SIMILAR
7
Day 07

Departure and Airport Drop-off

  • After breakfast, our driver will pick you up for your transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
  • Meals: Breakfast

We can customize the itinerary to your preference.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 4 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2 nights accommodation in Amboseli on Full Board
  • 1 night accommodation in Naivasha on Full Board
  • 2 nights accommodation in Mara on Full Board
  • 1 night accommodation in Nairobi on Bed and Breakfast, Dinner
  • Private transportation in a customized 4WD Safari Land Cruiser (non-ac) with pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography while on safari
  • Services of an experienced English-speaking driver-guide
  • Game viewing drives as indicated in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers in a comfortable minivan
  • All government taxes and levies as per itinerary
  • All meet and greet services
  • Masai Mara park fees, Amboseli park fees
  • Boat ride in Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island
  • All arrival and departure transfers as per itinerary
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Drinking water in the vehicle while on safari: 2 bottles per person per safari

What's Not Included

  • All items of a personal nature, e.g. laundry services, telephone call bills, fax/email bills, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff, and driver-guide(s)
  • All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Breakfast on the first day in Nairobi
  • Night game drives
  • Conservancy fee where applicable
  • Optional activities and any other item(s) not included in our itinerary
  • Concession fees (in case of any new fees introduced by parks, etc. without our knowledge)
  • Airfare and visa
  • Flying doctors' coverage
  • Costs of any tests/vaccinations are not included in the quote above

What to bring

  • Soft bags are preferable.
  • Personal effects.

Know before you go

  • Guests arriving before the standard check-in time are required to pay an additional charge as per hotel policy: $70 per double room; $60 per single room.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi
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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