Kenya · Safari

7-Day Kenya Safari to Aberdare, Lake Elementaita and Masai Mara

7 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a sunrise game drive in Masai Mara
02 Spot rhinos in Aberdare National Park
03 Visit a hot spring at Lake Elementaita
04 See waterfalls and picnic in Aberdare National Park

Go on a wildlife safari through three beautiful parks in Kenya: Aberdare National Park, Lake Elementaita, and the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Enjoy game drives in search of wildlife, including rhinos in Aberdare, and visit natural attractions such as hot springs and waterfalls along the way. The tour also includes time to relax at scenic camps and the option to visit a local Masai village.

Go on a wildlife safari through three beautiful parks in Kenya: Aberdare National Park, Lake Elementaita, and the Masai Mara Game Reserve.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Gilgil, Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Aberdare National Park, Lake Elmenteita

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Aberdare National Park

Travel north from Nairobi to Aberdare National Park.
Arrive in time for lunch. After lunch, you will have time to relax and explore the surroundings.

Dinner and overnight stay at Rhino Watch Safari Camp.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Aberdare

Go on a full-day game drive in the park. Aberdare National Park is also called the Majestic Moorland. Picturesque steep forested ravines and open moorlands are the major features here. Get a chance to see elephants, black rhinos, leopards, hyenas, olive baboons, and more.
Visit a beautiful nearby waterfall and enjoy a picnic lunch under a tree in the park.
Return to Rhino Watch Safari Lodge, where you can relax a bit before dinner.

Overnight stay at Rhino Watch Safari Camp.

Day 03

Aberdare to Lake Elementaita

Proceed to Gilgil. Near Gilgil, you will find Lake Elementaita. On the shores of this small lake, you will find Kikopey Beach Camp. Kikopey Beach Camp is a camping resort ideal for group adventures.

Stay in a luxury tent.

Day 04

Relaxation and Hot Springs at Lake Elementaita

Have breakfast and enjoy the relaxed environment of the lake and campsite.
Enjoy lunch at the campsite.
Visit the hot springs located on the other side of the lake.

Have dinner and overnight stay at Kikopey Beach Camp.

Day 05

Lake Elementaita to Masai Mara

Have breakfast at the campsite and proceed to Narok for lunch before heading to the entrance of Masai Mara National Park.
Arrive at the campsite in the evening. Check in to the luxurious lodge or basic permanent tents, which are self-contained and fitted with beds and en-suite bathroom areas.
Visit a local Masai village (optional) or take a hike up the hill to enjoy views over the Mara (optional).
Watch the sun go down before dinner and your overnight stay at the campsite on a full-board basis.

Dinner and overnight.

Day 06

Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

Go for a full-day game drive.
Return to the campsite in the afternoon to get some rest before dinner.

Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite. (Full Board)

Day 07

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Head to the park for a sunrise game drive.
Get a chance to watch animals hunting.
Return to the campsite for breakfast before heading back to Nairobi for dinner and overnight stay.