Kenya · Safari

8-Day Kenya Safari with Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli

8 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience the stunning savannah grasslands of the Masai Mara and their rich wildlife
02 Witness flamingoes and rhinos at Lake Nakuru National Park, a renowned sanctuary
03 Engage in exciting activities like hiking and biking at Hell's Gate
04 Observe majestic elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop in Amboseli National Park

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day safari adventure across Kenya, exploring some of the country's most iconic destinations, including Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli. Experience thrilling game drives in search of the Big 5, observe the famous wildebeest migration, and enjoy breathtaking landscapes such as the Great Rift Valley and Mount Kilimanjaro. Visit Maasai villages to immerse yourself in local culture, relax by Lake Naivasha, and encounter diverse wildlife, including rhinos, elephants, and flamingos.

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day safari adventure across Kenya, exploring some of the country's most iconic destinations, including Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Naivasha, Narok, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Hell's Gate National Park, Mount Longonot

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

Depart from Nairobi and head west towards Maasai Mara.
Enjoy the scenic views of the Great Rift Valley escarpments.
Make your first stop at a viewpoint to appreciate the beauty of the Great Rift Valley.
Your second stop will be in Narok for a hot lunch.
Continue the journey, taking in the changing landscapes on the way to Maasai Mara.
Upon arrival at the camp, check in and refresh.
Embark on an evening game drive to spot wildlife.
Return to the camp for dinner and overnight accommodation, with hot showers and buffet self-service meals according to your preferences.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

Enjoy breakfast at the camp before setting off for a full-day game drive.
Explore the beautiful savannah grasslands and rolling hills of Maasai Mara.
The park is famous for the wildebeest migration, which occurs seasonally between July and September.
If you are lucky, you will view the Big 5 in their natural habitat.
Maasai Mara is home to numerous bird species, offering magnificent birdwatching opportunities.
Have a picnic lunch and continue the search for wildlife until late evening.
Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Another Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

After breakfast, enjoy another full-day game drive.
Explore more of the Mara's vast savannah, encountering diverse wildlife and spectacular landscapes.
The park is home to the Big 5, and there is always an opportunity to spot one or more of these majestic animals.
Maasai Mara also offers a variety of bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day.
In the evening, you have the option to visit a Maasai village at an extra cost of $10 per person.
Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 04

Maasai Village Visit and Journey to Nakuru

After breakfast, visit a Maasai village to learn about the culture of the Maasai people.
Leave Maasai Mara and head towards Nakuru, with a stop in Mai Mahiu for lunch.
Enjoy scenic views of Mount Longonot on the journey to Nakuru.
From a distance, appreciate the beauty of Lake Naivasha.
Optional activity: boat riding and visiting Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha.
Continue the journey to Nakuru.
Arrive at your budget hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 05

Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park

Begin the day with a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos and is also home to a rhino sanctuary for both white and black rhinos.
Spot various water animals, including buffaloes, crocodiles, and hippos, and learn about their interactions in the ecosystem.
View the park from Baboon Cliff and observe the baboons.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day.
In the afternoon, travel to Naivasha for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 06

Hell's Gate National Park and Travel to Amboseli

Have breakfast before heading to Hell's Gate National Park.
Engage in fun activities such as walking and climbing through the park's gorges.
Enjoy nature walks and appreciate the gifts of nature surrounding the park.
Optional fun activity: bike riding through Hell's Gate.
After exploring the park, have lunch and depart for Amboseli via Nairobi.
Travel through the busy Nairobi-Mombasa highway and arrive in Amboseli in time for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 07

Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park.
Witness the stunning wildlife of the park, including its famous elephants.
Enjoy close proximity to the wildlife, with the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.
Optional activity: visit local villages at an extra cost.
Have a picnic lunch during the game drive.
Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 08

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Begin the day with an early morning game drive to view the park and its wildlife one last time.
Depart Amboseli and head back to Nairobi.
Enjoy lunch en route.
Arrive in Nairobi to conclude the safari adventure.