Kenya · Wildlife Safari

7-Day Kenya Safari to Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru and Maasai Mara

7 Days Round trip from Kenya Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Amboseli's plains with views of Mount Kilimanjaro and herds of elephants
  • 02 Visit Hell's Gate National Park with its dramatic gorges and wildlife encounters on foot or by bicycle
  • 03 Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha and enjoy close views of hippos and birdlife
  • 04 Spot flamingos, rhinos, buffaloes, and tree-climbing lions in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • 05 Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-renowned Maasai Mara
  • 06 Visit the Mara River and track the Big Five in the Maasai Mara

Experience a 7-day Kenya safari from Nairobi through Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the world-renowned Maasai Mara. Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, close encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife, and explore lakes rich in flamingos and hippos. The journey combines game drives, a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, and visits to iconic landscapes including Hell's Gate and the Mara River, famous for the Great Migration. This is a well-rounded safari adventure showcasing Kenya's wildlife, landscapes, and culture.

Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, close encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife, and explore lakes rich in flamingos and hippos.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Hell's Gate National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Amboseli and Afternoon Game Drive

  • Begin your safari with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport.
  • Drive to Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way.

  • Arrive shortly after noon and check into your lodge or camp.

  • Have a freshly prepared hot lunch and rest before the afternoon activity.

  • Depart for an afternoon game drive in Amboseli, renowned for its large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Return to the lodge or camp to freshen up and enjoy dinner.

Spend the night at your selected lodge or camp.

2
Day 02

Flexible Full-Day Wildlife Viewing in Amboseli

  • Discuss your schedule with the guide and plan either a full-day game drive or split drives.
  • Choose to begin with an early morning game drive followed by breakfast and leisure time.

  • Alternatively, enjoy a relaxed breakfast and depart with a picnic lunch for a full-day game drive.

  • Explore Amboseli's diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and birdlife.

  • Return to your lodge or camp in the late afternoon.

Have dinner and spend the night at the lodge or camp.

3
Day 03

Amboseli to Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha

  • Wake up for an early breakfast and check out of the lodge.
  • Drive towards Naivasha with a stop at the Rift Valley viewpoint for scenic photos.

  • Arrive at Lake Naivasha around lunchtime and check into your lodge.

  • Enjoy lunch before heading out to Hell's Gate National Park.

  • Explore the park on foot or by bicycle (optional) amidst dramatic gorges and wildlife.

  • Return to the lodge to freshen up and enjoy dinner.

Spend the night at your lodge in Naivasha.

4
Day 04

Lake Naivasha Boat Ride and Lake Nakuru Safari

  • Start your day with breakfast at the lodge.
  • Embark on a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to observe hippos and birdlife.

  • Take part in a walking safari at the Crescent Island Sanctuary to encounter giraffes and zebras on foot.

  • Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park and check in at your lodge.

  • Have lunch and relax before heading out on an afternoon game drive.

  • Spot flamingos, rhinos, buffaloes, and tree-climbing lions.

  • Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

  • Have breakfast at the lodge and check out.
  • Depart Lake Nakuru with a game drive en route.

  • Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards the world-famous Maasai Mara.

  • Arrive at your camp or lodge in time for lunch and relaxation.

  • Depart on an evening game drive to begin exploring the Mara's rich wildlife.

  • Return to camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Full-Day Big Five Safari in Maasai Mara

  • Decide on your preferred schedule with your guide for the day.
  • Choose a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch or split morning and afternoon drives.

  • Visit the Mara River, home to dramatic river crossings during the Great Migration season.

  • Search for the Big Five-lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo-along with countless other species.

  • Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

  • Consider adding a hot air balloon safari or a visit to a traditional Maasai village.

7
Day 07

Maasai Mara to Nairobi

  • Enjoy breakfast at the lodge or camp and prepare for departure.
  • Drive back to Nairobi through the Rift Valley landscapes.

  • Coordinate with your guide for drop-off at your hotel or the airport, depending on your flight schedule.

  • Conclude your safari adventure filled with unforgettable memories.

Amboseli National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara

Where this trip takes you

Amboseli National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kenya 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation to and from all destinations
  • Accommodation as per itinerary

  • All meals on a full-board basis

  • Bottled water throughout the safari

  • All park entry and conservation fees

  • Boat ride on Lake Naivasha

  • Walking safari at Crescent Island

What's Not Included

  • Visit to Maasai Village (optional activity)
  • Hot air balloon safari (optional activity)

  • Travel insurance, visa, and international/domestic flights

  • Tips and gratuities for guide and staff

  • Any items or services not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions

What to bring

  • Light and comfortable clothes
  • Hats and sunglasses for sun protection

  • Sunscreen (preferably high SPF)

  • Insect repellents

  • Good camera or smartphone for photography

  • Binoculars for wildlife viewing

Know before you go

  • Walking safari at Crescent Island is included in the itinerary.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Kenya.

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Single Room $3,428.00 — $5,385.00
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