8-Day Kenya Safari: Maasai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, Amboseli Adventure

Masai Mara National Reserve(3N) → Lake Nakuru National Park(1N) → Lake Naivasha(1N) → Amboseli National Park(2N)

4.8 (4 Reviews)

STAY   budget hotels + camp

$ 1,549

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival and start of Kenya Safari.
  • Upon arrival, you will be picked up by a representative of Wildmystery Safaris.
  • The journey to Maasai Mara takes about 5-6 hours and offers breathtaking scenery, including the stunning Great Rift Valley escarpment.
  • A brief stop at the Rift Valley Viewpoint allows for a spectacular panoramic view and photo opportunities before proceeding with the drive.
  • You will pass through Narok town, a cultural and economic hub for the Maasai community, where you can observe local markets bustling with activity.
  • Arriving at Maasai Mara around midday, you will check in to your safari lodge or tented camp and enjoy a delicious lunch.
  • After some time to rest, the excitement truly begins with an evening game drive.
  • This is an excellent opportunity to witness the diverse wildlife of Maasai Mara, which includes lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, and an array of antelope species.
  • As the sun sets over the savannah, the golden hues create a mesmerizing backdrop, perfect for photography.
  • Afterward, you will return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay, immersing yourself in the sounds of the African wilderness.
  • Accommodation: Oldare tented camp
  • Meals: Full board
  • The day begins early with a hearty breakfast, preparing you for a thrilling full-day game drive across Maasai Mara’s expansive landscapes.
  • You will venture deep into the reserve, following the trails of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—alongside numerous other species such as giraffes, zebras, and gazelles.
  • If your visit coincides with the Great Migration (July-October), you might witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras crossing the Mara River, an awe-inspiring spectacle filled with drama as crocodiles and predators lurk nearby.
  • A picnic lunch will be served in the heart of the reserve, often at a designated scenic spot where you can take in the serene beauty of the park while surrounded by wildlife.
  • The afternoon continues with more game viewing, exploring different regions of the reserve, including the Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles thrive.
  • As the sun begins to set, you will return to your lodge or camp for a well-deserved dinner and relaxation, reminiscing about the incredible wildlife encounters of the day.
  • Accommodation: Olodare Tented Camp
  • Meals: Full board
  • The day continues with another full-day game drive at Maasai Mara National Reserve, allowing you to explore more of the park's diverse wildlife and landscapes.
  • You will have the opportunity to witness the Big Five and other fascinating animals in their natural habitat.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic location within the reserve before continuing your adventure.
  • Accommodation: Olodare Tented Camp
  • Meals: Full Board
  • After an early breakfast, you will check out and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, a journey that takes about 5-6 hours.
  • Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes, including rolling hills and picturesque farmlands.
  • Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru, you will have lunch at a restaurant and embark on an exciting midday game drive, exploring the park's diverse ecosystems.
  • Lake Nakuru is renowned for its stunning pink flamingos that line the shores, along with abundant wildlife, including white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, leopards, and lions.
  • In the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Accommodation: Buraha Zenon Resort
  • Meals: Full board
  • In the morning, wake up and enjoy a hot breakfast followed by check-out.
  • Head to Naivasha, which is about an hour's drive.
  • Check in and enjoy the amenities as you prepare for a boat ride and nature walk along Lake Naivasha.
  • Look out for hippos, zebras, giraffes, flamingos, and various bird species that inhabit the lake.
  • In the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Accommodation: Leisure Apex Resort
  • Meals: Full board
  • After breakfast, you will check out and embark on the journey to Amboseli National Park, a drive of approximately 5-6 hours.
  • Along the way, you will pass through the vibrant town of Mai Mahiu and other rural settlements, offering glimpses of local life.
  • Arriving in Amboseli in the afternoon, you will check in at your lodge or tented camp and have lunch before heading out for an evening game drive.
  • Amboseli is famously known for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak.
  • The evening game drive provides an opportunity to observe elephants roaming freely against the iconic backdrop of the snow-capped Kilimanjaro.
  • Other wildlife sightings may include cheetahs, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and an array of bird species.
  • As the sun sets over the savannah, the golden-orange hues create a spectacular scene.
  • After the game drive, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Accommodation: Nyati tented camp
  • Meals: Full board
  • You will start your day with an early breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive in Amboseli.
  • This national park is one of the best places in Africa to observe elephants up close, as large herds move gracefully across the plains.
  • The game drive will take you to various sections of the park, including Observation Hill, which provides panoramic views of Amboseli’s swamps, lakes, and wildlife.
  • Amboseli’s wetlands, fed by underground streams from Kilimanjaro’s glaciers, attract diverse wildlife, making it a hotspot for photographers and nature lovers.
  • Expect to see lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, and numerous bird species.
  • You will stop for a picnic lunch in a scenic location within the park before continuing the drive, exploring more regions and tracking different animals.
  • As the afternoon winds down, you will return to your lodge for dinner and a final night under the African sky.
  • Accommodation: Nyati Safari Camp
  • Meals: Full board
  • After an early breakfast, you will check out and begin the journey back to Nairobi, which is approximately a 4-5 hour drive.
  • Along the way, you may spot more wildlife near the park’s exit and enjoy final glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro, depending on weather conditions.
  • You will arrive in Nairobi around midday, concluding your unforgettable 8-day safari adventure.
  • You will be dropped off at the airport to catch your flight.
  • Accommodation: None
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Inclusions:
    • Transport in a 4x4 land cruiser with a popup roof
    • Professional English-speaking guide
    • Distilled water during the safari
    • All park entry tickets
    • Crescent Island and boat ticket
    • Accommodation for 7 nights in Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli
  • Exclusions:
    • Air tickets to and from your home country
    • All insurances
    • Balloon safaris
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Guide tips
    • Anything not mentioned above

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • 7 nights accommodation in Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, and Amboseli
  • All park entry fees as per itinerary
  • All round transport in a 4×4 Land Cruiser
  • Game drives
  • Meals on a full board basis
  • Professional tour guide
  • Drinking water throughout
  • Maasai Village tour
  • International and local flights
  • Visa fee
  • Insurance
  • Guide’s tip (not mandatory, but recommended)
  • Anything not mentioned
  • Hot air balloon safari at a cost of 480 USD per person

This safari package includes visits to Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli National Park.

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Agent: Imara Destinations Africa

Sachin • 3 days ago

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Agent: Wild Portraits Safaris

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Meenakshi • a month ago

All arrangements including hotel, game drives, food arrangements, personalised s (Read More)ervices by İmara Destinations was excellent We started our trip from New Delhi to Nairobi via Mumbai by Indigo flight. Dennis was there to welcome us at the airport early in the morning. We started off to Samburu, had lunch on the way had a relaxing evening at the resort. We had a wonderful game drive next day at the samburu national reserve, saw a leopard, zebra, giraffe, ostrich, etc from close quarters. We went to ol Pajeto conservancy, fed blind rhino, saw chimpanzees and other animals including two horned rhinos, proceeded to Nakuru saw pelicans, flamingos etc there, Masai Mara we stayed for three nights and had two game drives. Could see lots of lions, cheetah with its prey as well as a pregnant cheetah, zebras, giraffes etc. we also saw ostriches and other animals and birds there. We then went to Naivasha had a boat ride with walk and see crocodiles and hippos and crescent island visit walked with zebras, impalas and wildebeest but couldn’t see giraffe there. Due to floods last year many parts of crescent island got submerged so could only see part of the island. Our last destination was Amboseli park with game drive there. Overall it was a highly satisfying and interesting experience. İmara Destinations did a very good job of taking us to the exact spots where animals would be seen uninterrupted. Well done İmara Destinations. Thanks to Dennis and Murray for it

Agent: Ariphine Tour And Safaris

Abhishek • a month ago

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Agent: Wild Portraits Safaris

Harshitha • 8 months ago

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8-Day Kenya Safari: Maasai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, Amboseli Adventure

Masai Mara National Reserve(3N) → Lake Nakuru National Park(1N) → Lake Naivasha(1N) → Amboseli National Park(2N)

4.8 (4 Reviews)

STAY   budget hotels + camp

$ 1,549

$ 1,699

8% off

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