8-Day Kenya Safari to Maasai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha and Amboseli

8 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Search for the Big Five across the vast savannah plains of the Maasai Mara
  • 02 Spot rhinos and a variety of bird species in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • 03 Enjoy a boat ride on scenic Lake Naivasha
  • 04 Walk among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes on Crescent Island
  • 05 See Amboseli's large elephant herds with views of Mount Kilimanjaro

Experience an unforgettable Kenya safari through the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli National Park. Search for the Big Five on the vast plains of the Maasai Mara, spot rhinos in Lake Nakuru, enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Naivasha with a boat ride and guided walk on Crescent Island, and encounter Amboseli's magnificent elephants against breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park
Languages French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from Nairobi and a scenic drive to the Maasai Mara through the Great Rift Valley.

  • Upon arrival, check in at your camp and enjoy lunch.

  • Set out on your first afternoon game drive and explore the Mara plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.

  • Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

  • Accommodation: Mara Ntulele Camp

2
Day 02

Full-Day Big Five Safari in Maasai Mara

  • After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

  • Spend the day exploring the vast savannah plains in search of the Big Five and other wildlife.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve.

  • Continue with game viewing throughout the afternoon before returning to your camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

  • Accommodation: Mara Ntulele Camp

3
Day 03

Wildlife Exploration and Optional Maasai Village Visit

  • After breakfast, enjoy another full day of wildlife exploration in the Maasai Mara.

  • This additional day allows you to discover different areas of the reserve and enjoy more opportunities for wildlife photography and predator sightings.

  • A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the reserve.

  • An optional Maasai village visit is available.

  • Later in the evening, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

  • Accommodation: Mara Ntulele Camp

4
Day 04

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru

  • After breakfast, check out and depart Maasai Mara for Lake Nakuru.

  • Enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley before arriving in Nakuru and checking in at your hotel.

  • The rest of the afternoon is free to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.

  • Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

  • Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel

5
Day 05

Lake Nakuru Safari and Lake Naivasha Adventure

  • After an early breakfast, head into Lake Nakuru National Park for a morning game drive.

  • Explore the park in search of rhinos, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species.

  • After the game drive, exit the park and continue to Lake Naivasha.

  • After lunch and check-in, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha.

  • Enjoy a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, where you can walk among giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife.

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

  • Accommodation: Sweetlake Resort

6
Day 06

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

  • After breakfast, check out and drive towards Amboseli National Park.

  • Upon arrival, check in at your camp and have lunch before enjoying some time to relax.

  • In the afternoon, head out for a game drive through Amboseli, famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

  • Accommodation: Amboseli Mountain View Camp

7
Day 07

Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli

  • After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park.

  • Explore the park's open plains and wetlands while searching for elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and numerous bird species.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.

  • Continue with afternoon game viewing and photography before returning to your camp in the evening.

  • Accommodation: Amboseli Mountain View Camp

8
Day 08

Amboseli to Nairobi

  • After breakfast, check out and drive back to Nairobi.

  • You will be dropped off at the agreed point.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 5 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transport in a safari vehicle.

  • Park entry fees in Masai Mara.

  • Full-board accommodation in all hotels and camps.

  • Game drives and sightseeing.

  • Bottled drinking water in the safari vehicle.

  • Services of an English-speaking driver-guide.

What's Not Included

  • Personal items.

  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

  • Optional activities such as a balloon safari.

  • Tips and gratuities.

Know before you go

  • Cost

  • With 4x4 safari landcruiser - USD. 2345 per person

  • With 4x4 safari tour van - USD. 2145 per person

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi
Tour start
Nairobi
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,915.00 — $3,900.00
Double Sharing $2,395.00 — $3,900.00

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