7-Day Kenya Safari through Maasai Mara Lake Naivasha and Amboseli

(Approx. 15 km, 30 minutes from JKIA to Nairobi National Park)

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari representative, who will assist with your arrival procedures before introducing you to your English-speaking safari driver-guide. Depart for Nairobi National Park, where you will enjoy an afternoon game drive across open grasslands, acacia-dotted valleys, and riverine woodlands, with opportunities to spot wildlife against the backdrop of Nairobi's skyline.

Depending on your interests and available time, you may also visit the Karen Blixen Museum or the Giraffe Centre for an encounter with the endangered Rothschild's giraffes. Alternatively, you can arrange a visit to the renowned Carnivore Restaurant for dinner at your own expense. Later, transfer to Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi to check in and relax after your journey.

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast (Dinner on Own Account)

Overnight: Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi

From City Lights To Golden Plains

(Approx. 250 km, 5-6 hours by road)

After breakfast at Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi, meet your safari driver-guide and depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through Kenya's scenic countryside towards the Great Rift Valley, where, weather permitting, you can stop at a viewpoint to admire the spectacular escarpments and expansive valley below.

Continue through rolling hills, fertile farmlands, and rural settlements, passing through Narok, an important town in Maasai country. As you approach the Mara, the scenery gradually transforms into sweeping grasslands dotted with acacia trees, creating the perfect introduction to Kenya's celebrated wildlife country.

Arrive at Enkorok Mara Camp in time for lunch and check-in. After settling into camp, head out for your first afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara. Explore the open savannah in search of the Big Five-lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino-alongside zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, giraffes, and other wildlife. Depending on the season and animal movements, you may also encounter cheetahs scanning the plains or hippos and crocodiles around the Mara River.

As the afternoon light softens over the grasslands, enjoy the spectacular scenery before returning to Enkorok Mara Camp for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the atmosphere of the African wilderness.

Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Overnight: Enkorok Mara Camp

Living Theatre Of The Wild

Rise early at Enkorok Mara Camp and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive across the Maasai Mara's diverse landscapes. Explore open grasslands, rolling hills, and riverine forests while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and the reserve's famous predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.

For an extraordinary perspective of the plains, an optional hot-air balloon safari can be arranged at an additional cost. Drift above the savannah at sunrise and, depending on the package, enjoy a celebratory breakfast after landing.

The Maasai Mara forms part of the wider Serengeti ecosystem and is renowned for its remarkable wildlife diversity. From July to October, conditions may favour sightings associated with the Great Migration, when large herds of wildebeest and zebras move through the ecosystem. River crossings and other migration events depend on seasonal conditions and animal movements.

Return to Enkorok Mara Camp for lunch and a relaxing midday break. In the late afternoon, head out again for an evening game drive as the changing light brings new opportunities to observe wildlife. Watch herds grazing across the plains and look for predators moving through the grasslands as the sun sets.

After your game drive, return to Enkorok Mara Camp for dinner and an overnight stay, with time to reflect on the day's memorable encounters.

Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Overnight: Enkorok Mara Camp

Tranquillity On Freshwater Shores

(Approx. 230 km, 5-6 hours by road)

After breakfast at Enkorok Mara Camp, bid farewell to the Mara's golden plains and travel towards Lake Naivasha, passing through rural settlements, rolling countryside, and the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy the changing scenery as the open savannah gives way to greener surroundings and farmlands.

Arrive in the Lake Naivasha area around lunchtime and proceed to Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge for check-in and lunch, subject to the lodge's meal arrangements. Located in the Lake Naivasha region, the lodge provides a relaxing base from which to enjoy the area's natural beauty.

Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake renowned for its hippos and diverse birdlife. Its shores and surrounding vegetation attract numerous species, including pelicans, storks, kingfishers, and African fish eagles. The peaceful setting offers a welcome contrast to the open savannah of the Maasai Mara.

In the afternoon, you may arrange an optional boat trip on the lake at an additional cost. This excursion offers opportunities to observe hippos in the water and enjoy birdwatching along the shoreline. Depending on local conditions and the excursion arranged, a visit to Crescent Island may also be possible, where a guided walk among herbivores such as zebras, wildebeest, and antelopes can provide a different perspective on Kenya's wildlife.

Later, return to Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Relax in the peaceful surroundings, enjoy the lodge's facilities, or take in the natural scenery before dinner.

Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Overnight: Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge

Land Of Giants

(Approx. 300 km, 5-6 hours by road; actual travel time may vary with stops and traffic)

Enjoy breakfast at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge and take in the tranquil atmosphere before departing for Amboseli National Park. Travel south through Kenya's varied landscapes, passing the Great Rift Valley region and continuing towards the open plains around Emali and Amboseli. A lunch stop will be arranged along the way, with the timing depending on the day's journey.

As you approach Amboseli, look out for views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, whose snow-capped peak may become visible when the weather is clear. Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds, open plains, wetlands, and spectacular mountain scenery.

Arrive at Sungura Safari Camp in the afternoon, check in, and settle into your accommodation. Depending on your arrival time, spend the remainder of the day relaxing at camp and enjoying the surrounding atmosphere. If the skies are clear, you may catch beautiful views of Kilimanjaro as the afternoon light settles over the landscape.

In the evening, enjoy dinner at Sungura Safari Camp and unwind in preparation for a full day of wildlife exploration in Amboseli.

Meal Plan: Full Board (Lunch & Dinner)

Overnight: Sungura Safari Camp

Wildlife Beneath The Crown Of Kilimanjaro

Today, enjoy a safari experience in Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya's most iconic wildlife destinations. The park's mix of open grasslands, acacia woodlands, seasonal lake beds, and lush wetlands supports a variety of wildlife and bird species. Its large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro make it especially memorable.

Your day can follow either of two safari options, depending on your preference and the arrangements confirmed with your guide.

Option 1: Full-Day Safari With Picnic Lunch

After an early breakfast at Sungura Safari Camp, depart with a packed picnic lunch for a full day exploring Amboseli. Travel through the park's different habitats in search of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and antelopes. Lions, cheetahs, and hyenas may also be encountered. Pause for your picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing your wildlife exploration through the afternoon. Later, return to Sungura Safari Camp to freshen up and enjoy dinner.

Option 2: Morning And Evening Game Drives

Rise early for a morning game drive, when the cooler conditions and soft morning light create rewarding opportunities for wildlife viewing. After exploring the park, return to Sungura Safari Camp for lunch and a relaxing midday break. In the late afternoon, head out for another game drive as the plains glow in the setting sun. With favourable weather, the sight of elephants moving across the landscape with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background can be particularly spectacular.

Whichever option you choose, the day offers opportunities to experience Amboseli's wildlife, landscapes, and peaceful wilderness atmosphere. Return to Sungura Safari Camp for dinner and your final overnight stay.

Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Overnight: Sungura Safari Camp

Farewell To The Giants

(Approx. 240 km, 4-5 hours by road)

Enjoy breakfast at Sungura Safari Camp while taking in your final views of Amboseli's beautiful landscapes. After checking out, meet your driver-guide and begin the journey back to Nairobi.

Travel through Kenya's changing countryside, with opportunities to appreciate the open plains and rural landscapes along the way. On arrival in Nairobi, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your onward international flight. The departure transfer will be arranged according to your flight schedule, allowing sufficient time for check-in and airport procedures.

As your safari comes to an end, take with you memories of Nairobi National Park's remarkable urban wilderness, the iconic wildlife of the Maasai Mara, the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha, and the magnificent elephants and mountain scenery of Amboseli.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Overnight: In Transit