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Itinerary Overview:
Experience a full 7-day private safari through Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Witness the majestic elephants of Amboseli against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, explore the scenic Rift Valley lakes including Naivasha and Nakuru, and enjoy the abundant wildlife and culture of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Luxury accommodations, private game drives, boat safaris, walking tours, and cultural visits make this safari a fully immersive adventure.
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Your safari begins with a pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport at 7:30 am. You will drive to Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic views along the way. Upon arrival shortly after noon, check into your lodge or camp and enjoy a hot lunch. After some rest, depart at 4:00 pm for your first afternoon game drive. Explore Amboseli’s open plains and marshes, spotting hundreds of elephants—the park has over 1,600 elephants from 56 families—and other wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and lions. Return to your lodge in the evening to freshen up, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and relax overnight.
Overnight: Luxury lodge/tented camp in Amboseli
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Today is dedicated to a full day of wildlife exploration. You may start early with a game drive at 6:00 am to catch animals during their active morning hours, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Spend the morning relaxing or enjoying lodge amenities, and depart again at 4:00 pm for an afternoon game drive. Alternatively, you may opt for a full-day game drive starting at 7:30 am with a picnic lunch in the park. Observe Amboseli’s elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Luxury lodge/tented camp in Amboseli
Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and drive toward the Rift Valley. Stop at the Rift Valley viewpoint for a photo opportunity and to take in the spectacular scenery. Continue to Lake Naivasha, arriving in the afternoon in time for lunch at your lodge. After lunch, embark on a boat safari to observe hippos, birds, and other wildlife. Continue with a walking safari on Crescent Island, where you can encounter giraffes, zebras, and antelopes up close. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Luxury lodge/tented camp at Lake Naivasha
Day 4: Hell’s Gate National Park – Lake Nakuru National Park
Following breakfast, depart for Hell’s Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic cliffs, gorges, and geothermal activity. Participate in cycling or hiking excursions while exploring the park’s scenic landscapes and unique wildlife, including raptors and other birds. After your visit, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive. Discover the park’s flamingos, rhinos, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife. Check in at your lodge, enjoy dinner, and relax overnight.
Overnight: Luxury lodge/tented camp at Lake Nakuru
Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, set out for an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru to maximize wildlife sightings, especially rhinos, lions, giraffes, and other species. After the game drive, return to your lodge for a brief rest, then depart for Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch and some relaxation from the drive. In the late afternoon, at 17:00, enjoy a walking safari led by Maasai Morans (warriors) and a cultural visit to traditional Maasai villages. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Luxury lodge/tented camp in Masai Mara
Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
Today is dedicated to a full day of game drives in the Masai Mara. Depart after breakfast around 6:30 am with a picnic lunch and explore the reserve’s vast plains, forests, and riverine areas. Visit the Mara River, especially during migration season, to witness wildebeest and zebra crossings. Spot the Big Five, cheetahs, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Luxury lodge/tented camp in Masai Mara
Day 7: Masai Mara – Nairobi
Depending on your schedule, enjoy a morning game drive or breakfast at the lodge. Depart Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive at your hotel or airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your 7-day Kenyan safari adventure.
Overnight: Not included
Includes:
Pick-up and drop-off from Nairobi hotel or airport
Luxury accommodations with all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Park fees for Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara
Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
Morning and afternoon game drives as per itinerary
Boat safari at Lake Naivasha
Walking safari and Maasai cultural visit in Masai Mara
Bottled water during game drives
Excludes:
International flights to/from Nairobi
Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, tips, souvenirs)
Travel/medical insurance
Optional activities outside the itinerary (e.g., hot air balloon ride)
Visa fees




