7-Day Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha & Amboseli

You will go in search of the Big Five with game drives across the grassy plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve. You will have an opportunity to drive down to the Mara River, site of the Great Migration when in season – July through October. The immense herds of wildebeest and zebra are a magnificent sight, matched only by the drama of the predators who lie in wait for them. To bring more texture to your experience, you may want to take advantage of several optional events we offer at an extra cost. Experience a visit to the local Maasai people in their nearby village and a pre-dawn hot air balloon ride high above the reserve as the morning light breaks across the golden savannah. Your driver/guide can arrange either of these optional excursions. After a day full of these amazing experiences, you’ll go back to the lodge for dinner and a well deserved rest.

• Accommodation: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
• Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinking water

After breakfast depart from the Mara through the Maasai plains and the Mau escarpments into the floor of the Rift valley. Arrive in the flamingo fringed Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch and afternoon game drive. We will embark on a comprehensive game drive of this scenic park including visits to viewpoints which offer superb photo opportunities. Lake Nakuru is one of several Rift Valley lakes and its ecosystem supports a wide ecological diversity with Flamingos (Greater and Lesser) and other water birds being the major attractions of the area. The ecosystem provides for about 56 different species of mammals including the white rhino and buffaloes and a variety of terrestrial birds numbering nearly 450 species. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.

• Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni
• Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinking water

Conclude your stay in Nakuru with a shorter early morning game drive followed by breakfast. Your Safari now takes you to Lake Naivasha, a fresh water lake which is a popular tourist spot in Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. You may also choose to book a one hour Lake Boat Safari at extra cost during which you get to see some of the lake’s wildlife such as hippos as well as enjoy the picturesque views of the lake and surrounding highland landscapes. Later, we can visit Crescent Island. This is a private Island on Lake Naivasha that rose to fame after the 1985 movie “Out of Africa” that showcased the beautiful nature of Lake Naivasha and its surrounding. It is home to a number of bird species that roam around between the lake and the Island. The Island is also home to a number of wildlife that includes zebras, giraffes, and waterbucks. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the Resort.

• Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Resort
• Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinking water

We will depart early in the morning after breakfast towards Amboseli National Park with lunch enroute. Your guide will take you on an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is synonymous with two particular things – majestic herds of elephant and glorious views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa, Amboseli National Park is one of the most popular parks in Kenya. One of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up-close. On a clear evening you can catch a view of the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro. After the game drive you’ll go back to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Sopa Lodge Amboseli
• Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinking water

This being a full day in the Amboseli, you will have the option of a full day game drive or morning and afternoon game drives. Amboseli is the home to great herds of elephants and with the backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro it is a favorite spot for photographers. Also to be found in the Amboseli are herds of wildebeest, buffaloes, gazelles and many other wildlife. Lions and cheetahs can also be seen here. During clear days, you may also view the Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, which is the tallest mountain in Africa. There is also a chance to visit the local communities in their nearby villages. After a day full of game drives, you’ll go back to the lodge refresh, have a dinner and a well deserved rest.

• Accommodation: Sopa Lodge Amboseli
• Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinking water

At the break of dawn, embark on your concluding game drive followed by a leisurely breakfast. Check out for a
return road transfer to Nairobi. Onward drop off transfer to the JKIA international airport for your flight home or drop off at your overnight hotel.

• Accommodation: No accommodation (end of tour)
• Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch & drinking water