Kenya · Wildlife Safari

5-Day Kenya Wildlife Safari through Masai Mara, Elmentaita and Amboseli

5 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spot the Big 5 in Masai Mara
  • 02 See herds of wildebeest and zebra wandering across the reserve
  • 03 Look for African bush elephants in Amboseli National Park
  • 04 Enjoy the birdlife and hippopotamus sightings at Lake Elmentaita
  • 05 Take an optional boat ride on Lake Elmentaita

Experience the wildlife of three of Kenya's most scenic parks: Masai Mara, Lake Elmentaita, and Amboseli National Park. See a large concentration of game animals, including lions, cheetahs, and elephants, while enjoying lodge stays within these reserves. The tour also offers the possibility of Masai cultural visits and optional experiences such as a boat ride at Lake Elmentaita. Enjoy a unique and unforgettable safari experience on this 5-day journey.

Spot a large number of hippopotamuses and incredible birdlife by the lake.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Elmenteita
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve

  • Pick up from the airport or your Nairobi hotel and proceed to the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch at Sentrim Mara.

Accommodation: Full Board at Sentrim Mara.

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner.

2
Day 02

Masai Mara Game Drive and Transfer to Lake Elmentaita

  • Enjoy an early morning game drive in Masai Mara Game Reserve.

  • Transfer to Lake Elmentaita, where boat rides can be arranged at a minimal cost payable directly.

  • Spot a large number of hippopotamuses and incredible birdlife by the lake.

Accommodation: Full Board at Elmentaita Country Lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

3
Day 03

Lake Elmentaita to Amboseli National Park

  • Depart from Lake Elmentaita for Amboseli National Park, the elephants' backyard. Amboseli National Park is famous for its big game - elephants, lions, and cheetahs - as well as its great scenic beauty.

  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park.

Accommodation: Full Board at Sopa Lodge Amboseli.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

4
Day 04

Full Day in Amboseli National Park

  • Enjoy early morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli National Park.

  • Masai cultural visits can be arranged at a minimal extra cost payable directly.

Accommodation: Full Board at Sopa Lodge Amboseli.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

5
Day 05

Amboseli National Park to Nairobi

  • Enjoy early morning game viewing in Amboseli National Park.

  • Transfer to a Nairobi restaurant for a taste of Kenyan cuisine.

    • Optional: Proceed for a city tour organized at a minimal cost.

  • Transfer to Nairobi Airport or your Nairobi hotel later that evening.

Accommodation: End of Tour. (No accommodation)

Meal Plan: Breakfast.

Masai Mara Game Reserve, Lake Elmentaita hippos and birdlife, Amboseli National Park elephants

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara Game Reserve, Lake Elmentaita hippos and birdlife, Amboseli National Park elephants

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Government-imposed park fees and/or taxes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)

  • All activities (unless labelled as optional)

  • Meals (as specified in the full itinerary section)

  • All accommodation

  • Round-trip airport transfer

  • Professional English-speaking Kenyan driver/guide

  • All transportation (unless labelled as optional)

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation on the day before the tour departs

  • Accommodation on the last day

  • International flights (from/to home)

  • Tips

  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

  • Some meals (as specified in the itinerary)

  • Drinks

Know before you go

  • Boat rides at Lake Elmentaita can be arranged at a minimal cost payable directly.

  • Masai cultural visits can be arranged at a minimal extra cost payable directly.

  • An optional city tour in Nairobi can be organized at a minimal cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,180.00 — $2,605.00
Double Sharing $1,180.00 — $1,659.00

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