7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS: MASAI MARA, LAKE NAKURU, LAKE NAIVASHA & AMBOSELI
Trip lengthA tailor-made safari length
Ideal seasonFlexible by season and route
Best forTravellers who want a private, considered safari
Group sizePrivate departures, with the ideal vehicle and rooming plan confirmed around your group
AccommodationChoose from carefully matched lodges and tented camps according to comfort, location, season and budget. The final accommodation list is confirmed with the route and quotation.
TransportRoad and scheduled or private flight options can be compared during planning. The recommended combination depends on route length, arrival point, season, budget and how much time you want in the field.
Activity levelExpect early starts, game-drive time and movement between camps. The pace can be softened with longer stays, shorter transfers and a midday rest when the route allows.
Your route
The journey in between
01This journey connects Kenya wildlife landscapes and carefully paced safari time. The exact order is confirmed around your arrival point
02season
03road or flight choices and the time you want in each destination.
Elephant countryThe Amboseli giantAt the waterholeGolden hour in the wild
Safari overview
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara
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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]
Day 2: Full 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]
Day 3: Masai 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
Day 4: Lake 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
Day 5: Lake 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]
Day 6: Full 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]
Day 7: Amboseli 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
Highlights
✦Private game drives shaped around Travellers who want a private, considered safari
✦Kenya wildlife landscapes and carefully paced safari time with realistic travel time between landscapes
✦Seasonal wildlife guidance and flexible time in the field
✦A route refined around your dates, pace and accommodation preferences
Route
This journey connects Kenya wildlife landscapes and carefully paced safari time. The exact order is confirmed around your arrival point, season, road or flight choices and the time you want in each destination.
Itinerary overview
01Day 1Arrival and route briefing+
Arrive in Kenya, meet the planning team or guide and settle into the first stay. The opening schedule is adjusted to your arrival time and chosen route.
02Day 2Full safari day+
Set out for an early game drive, return for a relaxed midday pause and continue with an afternoon drive when wildlife and light are most rewarding.
03Day 3Continue the journey+
Explore the next route section or enjoy a second full day in the strongest landscape for your priorities. Final day: Departure or next connection Travel to the next park, airport or coast connection with timing confirmed in the final itinerary.
What is included
✦Private safari planning and a confirmed day-by-day itinerary
✦Professional guiding and safari transport as specified in the final itinerary
✦Accommodation and meals according to the selected lodge or camp plan
✦Game drives and destination activities listed in the confirmed route
✦Park, reserve or conservation fees where stated in the final quotation
✦Pre-arrival coordination and practical route support
What is not included
✦International flights and entry visas
✦Travel insurance and personal medical or evacuation cover unless specifically quoted
✦Gratuities, drinks and personal purchases
✦Optional activities not listed in the confirmed itinerary
✦Any accommodation, flights, park fees or transfers not shown in the final quotation
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 can change with travel dates and season, party size, accommodation category, private vehicle or flight sectors, park and conservation fees, room configuration and optional activities. The displayed figure is an indicative planning point, not a final quote.
Payment and cancellation summary
The final quotation confirms deposit amount, balance date, payment methods, cancellation conditions, amendments and any supplier-specific terms. Review the Booking & FAQs page and ask the planning desk to explain anything before you confirm.
