You'll embark on a 6-day safari exploring Kenya’s iconic landscapes and wildlife. You'll begin at Amboseli with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large elephant herds. You'll continue to Lake Nakuru, famed for its birdlife and rhinos. Then, you'll crown your adventure in the Masai Mara, home to abundant big cats and the dramatic savannah. This journey offers a perfect blend of scenery, wildlife, and unforgettable safari moments.
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
You'll depart Nairobi in the morning for Amboseli National Park, a beautiful reserve lying at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. You'll arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, you will head out for your first game drive. You’ll encounter large herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and many bird species, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Africa’s tallest mountain. You'll return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2
Amboseli National Park
You'll spend the day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. The park is renowned for its huge herds of elephants, often seen grazing with Kilimanjaro in the background, offering excellent photography opportunities. You'll explore its swamps, acacia woodland, and open plains where buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and predators roam. You'll take a break during midday to relax at the lodge. Then, you'll continue your adventure in the late afternoon. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at your lodge.
Day 3
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, you'll enjoy a final morning game drive in Amboseli, soaking in the sunrise and watching wildlife begin their day. You'll exit the park and begin your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, driving through scenic landscapes and the Great Rift Valley. You will arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge, and enjoy dinner. This park is famous for its rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and diverse birdlife that thrives around the alkaline lake. Your overnight stay will be at Lake Nakuru.
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
You'll start the day with a game drive in Lake Nakuru, where you may spot both black and white rhinos, giraffes, antelopes, and, if lucky, leopards. The park is also a birdwatcher’s paradise. After your morning exploration, you'll depart for the world-renowned Masai Mara, driving across the Rift Valley and arriving in time for dinner. You'll settle into your lodge and prepare for thrilling adventures in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the Masai Mara.
Day 5
Masai Mara National Reserve
You'll spend the entire day exploring the world-famous Masai Mara, renowned for its incredible density of wildlife. After an early breakfast, you'll set out with your packed lunch for a full-day game drive across the golden savannahs. You'll traverse different areas of the reserve in search of the Big Five and other animals such as cheetahs, hyenas, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. You will pause at a scenic spot to enjoy your picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness before continuing your adventure. As the sun sets, you will return to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, you will check out from your lodge or camp and bid farewell to the Masai Mara. On your way out, you may choose to visit a traditional Maasai village (optional) to learn about their unique culture, traditions, and way of life. Thereafter, you'll begin your drive back to Nairobi, enjoying the picturesque landscapes along the way. You'll stop for lunch en route before continuing the journey, arriving in Nairobi in the late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or residence.
