This safari offers an unforgettable adventure, immersing you in 7 days in some of Kenya’s most beautiful and renowned parks. It’s a luxury, private safari that takes you to the Masai Mara National Reserve, famous for its annual wildebeest migration. You will also visit Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, both situated along the Great Rift Valley, which stretches from Egypt to South Africa. Amboseli National Park, with its breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, is another highlight of this incredible journey.
Tour Features
- Luxury Tour: This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
- Private Tour: This tour is organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
- Can Start Any Day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Can Be Customized: You can request changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
- Suitable for All Ages: This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Things to Know Before You Book
- Accommodation is included
- Departures available any day
- Tour is customizable to your preferences
- Solo travelers are welcome
Safari Rates
Low Season: $3,435 USD
High Season: $4,101 USD
* Indicative costs per person sharing, excluding international airline tickets
Included
- All accommodations
- Full board
- Luxurious private 4×4 Safari Jeep
- Park Fees
- Private guide speaking fluently English
- Drinking water
- Pickup and transfer airport
Day 1: Nairobi/Masai Mara
You’ll be picked up from your hotel around 7:30 am and then depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve, making a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. We’ll spend about 30 minutes here, providing you with insights into how the Rift Valley was formed. Afterward, we’ll continue to Narok, a town known for its Maasai heritage, where you’ll enjoy a hot lunch.
Following lunch, we’ll proceed to Masai Mara. Upon arrival, our local staff will be there to assist you with checking into your camp. Your safari adventure continues with an afternoon game drive, which starts immediately after you arrive. Later, we’ll return to the hotel for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Day 2: Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast at 6:30 am, we set out for a full day of game drives, with a packed picnic lunch as we explore this world-renowned reserve. Masai Mara is Kenya’s premier wildlife sanctuary, home to over 450 species of animals, including both residents and migrants. The plains are teeming with migrating wildebeest and zebras, while resident wildlife such as lions, buffaloes, and Thompson’s gazelles can be seen year-round. The Mara’s fertile climate, framed by the Rift Valley, creates one of the richest and most diverse ecosystems within its 1,672 sq km area—an endless wildlife spectacle. Located 268 km west of Nairobi, the focus here is on the game, with herds of elephants grazing alongside lions, buffalos, and various other species.
After an exciting day of exploration, we’ll return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Day 3: Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, we depart from the Mara, passing through the Maasai plains and the Mau Escarpment to reach the floor of the Rift Valley. We’ll arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingo-fringed shores, in time for lunch. Afterward, we’ll set off for an afternoon game drive, exploring the park’s scenic beauty and visiting viewpoints that offer excellent photo opportunities.
Lake Nakuru is one of the iconic Rift Valley lakes, with an ecosystem that supports rich ecological diversity. The flamingos (both greater and lesser) and other waterbirds are a major draw, while the park is also home to about 56 species of mammals, including white rhinos and buffaloes. With nearly 450 species of terrestrial birds, the park is a birdwatcher’s paradise. After a day of exploration, we’ll return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park to Lake Naivasha
Conclude your stay in Lake Nakuru National Park with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. Your safari continues as you head to Lake Naivasha, a serene freshwater lake and a popular tourist destination in Kenya. You’ll arrive in time for lunch and have the rest of the day to relax at your leisure. For an additional cost, you can book a one-hour boat safari on the lake, where you can observe wildlife such as hippos and enjoy the scenic views of the lake and surrounding highland landscapes.
Later, we’ll visit Crescent Island, a private island on Lake Naivasha that gained fame after being featured in the 1985 movie Out of Africa. Located on the eastern side of the lake, within the Great Rift Valley, the island is home to a variety of bird species and wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, and waterbucks.
Accommodation: Enashipai Resort & Spa
Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, we depart early in the morning for Amboseli National Park, with a lunch stop en route. Upon arrival, your guide will take you on an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its majestic herds of elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Situated at the base of Africa’s highest mountain, Amboseli is one of Kenya’s most popular national parks. It is also one of the best places in Africa to get up close to large herds of elephants. On a clear evening, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 6: Amboseli National Park
Today, you’ll spend the entire day exploring Amboseli National Park. You can choose between a full-day game drive or separate morning and afternoon game drives. The park is famous for its large herds of elephants, with the iconic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, making it a photographer’s dream. In addition to elephants, you’ll encounter wildebeest, buffaloes, gazelles, and many other wildlife species. Lions and cheetahs are also commonly spotted here. If you wish, there’s an opportunity to visit nearby local communities and experience their culture in the surrounding villages.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 7: Amboseli National Park to Nairobi
At dawn, you’ll set off for your final game drive, followed by a relaxing breakfast. Afterward, check out and begin your road transfer back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, we will drop you off at JKIA for your flight home or at your chosen overnight hotel.
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