The journey in between
- 01Nairobi
- 02Masai Mara
- 03Lake Nakuru
- 04Lake Naivasha
- 05Amboseli
- 06Nairobi
A glimpse of the wild
Safari overview
7-Day Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli Safari.nnTravel dates: Dates to be confirmed. Room allocation: number of double, twin or single rooms to be confirmed. Pricing is on request and depends on dates, party size and selected accommodation.nnAccommodation options:nMasai Mara (2 nights): Mara Sopa Lodge / Kilima Mara Camp / Zebra Plains Mara CampnLake Nakuru (1 night): Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge / Sarova Lion Hill Game LodgenLake Naivasha (1 night): Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort / Lake Naivasha Simba LodgenAmboseli (2 nights): Kibo Safari Camp / Amboseli Sopa Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge
Highlights
- Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli wildlife landscapes and game drives
- Scenic road transfers through Kenya’s Rift Valley and highlands
- Flexible accommodation choices and rooming plans
- Activities and meals detailed day by day in the supplied itinerary
Route
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli → Nairobi
Itinerary overview
01Day 1Nairobi to Masai Mara
You will be picked up from your Nairobi hotel or residence in the morning and depart for Masai Mara National Reserve with a stop at the Great Rift Valley View Point, where you can capture the breathtaking scenery. The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours through the dramatic escarpment. On arrival at your camp or lodge, you will be allocated to your rooms to freshen up, followed by lunch. In the late afternoon, depart for game drives across the vast rolling plains till dusk. Return for dinner and overnight. Activities: Road transfer to Masai Mara, Afternoon game drive Meals & Overnight: [Selected Mara Camp/Lodge]
02Day 2Full Day Masai Mara
Breakfast at the camp, after which you will depart with packed lunches for full-day game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve. On this day, you will have a chance to visit the Mara River, which is the site for the famous wildebeest migration dubbed the 8th Wonder of the World. You will have lunch at a picnic site before continuing with further exploration of the wild to see more wildlife on your checklist. Return to the camp in the evening for dinner. After dinner, join other guests around a bonfire where you will relate the day's unique sightings. Activities: Full day game drives, Mara River visit Meals & Overnight: [Selected Mara Camp/Lodge]
03Day 3Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
Breakfast at the camp, then depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours through the Great Rift Valley with scenic stops along the way. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. After settling in, depart for afternoon game drives. During this time, you will have the opportunity to explore the lakeside with a significant population of lesser flamingos, as well as white and black rhinos. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Activities: Road transfer to Lake Nakuru, Afternoon game drive Meals & Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
04Day 4Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Breakfast at the lodge, then depart for Lake Naivasha, the highest of the Rift Valley lakes. The drive takes approximately 2-3 hours. Arrive at your resort in time for lunch. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a boat ride on the freshwater lake to explore its rich diversity, viewing hippos and countless bird species. This is followed by a guided walk on Crescent Island Sanctuary, where you walk among free-roaming wildlife including giraffes, zebras, and antelopes in a predator-free environment. Return to the resort for dinner and overnight. Activities: Transfer to Lake Naivasha, Boat ride, Crescent Island walk Meals & Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
05Day 5Lake Naivasha to Amboseli
Breakfast at the resort, then depart for Amboseli National Park via Nairobi. The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours. You will have a brief stop in Nairobi for lunch en route. Arrive at your camp or lodge in the late afternoon, check in, and freshen up. Weather permitting, you may catch your first glimpse of Mt Kilimanjaro in the evening light. After settling in, enjoy a short evening game drive or relax at the lodge. Dinner and overnight. Activities: Road transfer to Amboseli, Evening game drive (if time permits) Meals & Overnight: [Selected Amboseli Lodge/Camp]
06Day 6Full Day Amboseli
Early morning game drive beginning at 0600hrs to catch the clearest views of Mt Kilimanjaro just before dawn. Witness the mountain emerge as the sun rises, casting golden light on its snow-capped peak. Return to the lodge for breakfast at 0800hrs. Mid- morning at leisure, perhaps by the pool with views of the mountain. Lunch at 1300hrs. Later at 1500hrs, depart for afternoon game drives, with a stop at Observation Hill that offers magnificent views of the vast wilderness and its wetlands. Return at dusk for dinner and overnight. Activities: Early morning and afternoon game drives, Observation Hill visit Meals & Overnight: [Selected Amboseli Lodge/Camp]
07Day 7Amboseli to Nairobi
Early morning game drive to catch the sunrise over the park and any predators returning from their night's hunt. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, check out and depart for Nairobi. Lunch en route. You will be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel or residence or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward arrangements. Meals: Breakfast
What is included
- Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- All game drives as specified
- Park and conservancy entry fees for all reserves visited
- Accommodation as per the selected itinerary
- All meals as indicated (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide throughout safari
- Complimentary bottled water during game drives and transfers
- Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island walk where applicable
- Return flights or transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Government taxes and levies
What is not included
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities such as balloon safaris, Maasai village visits and snorkeling
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and camp staff
- Personal items such as souvenirs, laundry and telephone calls
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Family suitability
This journey can be adapted for families, but daily driving time, early starts, room configurations and activity choices should be discussed before the route is confirmed. Tell us the children’s ages and preferred pace so we can make the rhythm comfortable.
Fitness and mobility notes
Safari travel can involve uneven tracks, vehicle steps, walking on natural ground and early starts. Share any mobility, medical or dietary requirements before confirmation so the team can advise on vehicle access, room location and activity suitability.
What can change the price?
Final pricing depends on confirmed travel dates, group size, room allocation, selected lodge or camp, park and conservancy fees, and optional activities.
Payment and cancellation summary
Travel dates, room allocation, lodge selections and final quotation are confirmed with the Wildlens planning desk before booking.
