Kenya · Safari

9-Day Kenya Safari through Masai Mara, Amboseli, Naivasha and Tsavo

9 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience thrilling game drives in Masai Mara, home to the Big Five
  • 02 Visit scenic Lake Naivasha, with optional birdwatching or a boat ride to Crescent Island
  • 03 Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro from Amboseli National Park
  • 04 Explore the unique landscapes and rich wildlife of Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks
  • 05 Visit Mzima Springs to see hippos, fish, and possibly crocodiles in clear waters

Go on a 9-day safari tour through Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, and Tsavo East National Park, and connect with nature on every level. Immerse yourself in these prime wildlife areas and enjoy adventurous game drives to spot a wide variety of wild animals along the way.

Visit Mzima Springs and see hippos and fish in crystal-clear water.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Naivasha, Narok, Nairobi, Mombasa, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo East National Park, Tsavo West National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

  • Pick up from the hotel early in the morning, and after a short briefing about the safari, depart for Maasai Mara.
  • Head north to Maai Mahiu, south of Lake Naivasha, before turning west to Narok.
  • Continue west and then south to the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
  • Arrive at the camp in good time for lunch and rest.
  • Embark on an afternoon game drive. This is the best time of day to see nocturnal hunters preparing for their nightly expeditions. Watering holes are also usually busy just before sunset, as animals such as hippos return to their resting spots while others gather to drink before retiring for the night.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara National Reserve

  • After breakfast, proceed for a full-day game drive.
  • Search for the Big Five and much other wildlife that inhabits this beautiful savannah land.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at 1300 hours along the Mara River, and spot more hippos.
  • Take an optional visit to a Masai village or an early morning balloon safari at an extra cost.
  • Dinner and overnight at the camp.

3
Day 03

Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Naivasha

  • Enjoy an early morning game drive and return to the lodge for a full breakfast.
  • Check out of the camp and depart for Lake Naivasha.
  • Arrive at the lodge in good time for lunch and rest.
  • Take an optional boat ride safari to Crescent Island for birdwatching around the lake, and see hippos.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

4
Day 04

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

  • After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park.
  • Arrive in good time for lunch.
  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive.
  • Enjoy a clear view of Mount Kilimanjaro if weather permits.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

5
Day 05

Full-Day Adventure in Amboseli National Park

  • Wake up to an early morning view of Mount Kilimanjaro with its snow-capped top, the highest mountain in Africa.
  • After breakfast, head for a full-day adventure inside Amboseli National Park, which is rich in wildlife.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch that will be served in the park.
  • Enjoy an optional visit to the Maasai village, where the Maasai warriors will entertain guests by dancing, singing, and showing them around their homesteads.
  • Have the opportunity to take pictures of the Maasai village.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

6
Day 06

Amboseli National Park to Tsavo West National Park

  • Have an early morning breakfast, and depart for Tsavo West National Park via Shetani Lava and Chyulu Hills.
  • Arrive in good time for lunch and rest.
  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park until sunset.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

7
Day 07

Full-Day Exploration of Tsavo West National Park

  • After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive exploring the park.
  • Visit Mzima Springs and see hippos and fish in crystal-clear water. There is also a possibility of seeing crocodiles and monkeys.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

8
Day 08

Tsavo West National Park to Tsavo East National Park

  • After breakfast, leave for Tsavo East, which is renowned for its large numbers of elephants and the famous man-eating lions.
  • Enjoy a game drive en route to Ashnil Aruba Camp, Tsavo East.
  • Check in and have lunch.
  • Enjoy another game drive in the park later.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

9
Day 09

Tsavo East National Park to Nairobi or Mombasa

  • After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive en route to Nairobi or Mombasa.
  • Arrive in good time for drop-off at the airport, hotel, or beach hotel.
Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mzima Springs

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mzima Springs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 8 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park entrance fees
  • Accommodation on a full-board basis
  • Transport in a pop-up safari vehicle
  • Driver-tour guides
  • Drinking water
  • Transfers

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Alcoholic beverages

What to bring

  • Bring both warm and light clothes, as well as light safari shoes.

Know before you go

  • Get a visa for entry.
  • Get vaccinated.

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 9 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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