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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi-masai mara

Nairobi-masai mara

Your adventure begins early in the morning as you depart Nairobi for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The scenic drive takes you through the Great Rift Valley, with opportunities to stop for breathtaking photos of the escarpment and the sweeping plains below. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out for your first evening game drive. As the golden African sun sets, watch lions, elephants, and herds of antelopes roam freely across the savannah. Return to your camp for dinner and enjoy the sounds of the wild under a starlit sky, a perfect start to your safari experience.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
La Maison Royale Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai mara

Masai mara

Rise early for a full day of exploration in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s richest wildlife destinations. After breakfast, set out with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive across the vast plains, where you’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino — as well as cheetahs, giraffes, and countless wildebeests. Visit the Mara River, where hippos bask in the sun and crocodiles lurk in the shallows. Enjoy your picnic lunch in the heart of nature before continuing your adventure through the rolling grasslands. In the evening, return to camp for a warm meal, perhaps followed by traditional Maasai entertainment around a bonfire.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
La Maison Royale Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai mara-laake naivasha

Masai mara-laake naivasha

After breakfast, leave the Mara behind and travel towards the tranquil Lake Naivasha, located in the Great Rift Valley. The drive offers scenic views of the countryside and local villages along the way. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge and relax over lunch by the lakeshore. In the afternoon, embark on a boat ride across the calm waters of Lake Naivasha, spotting hippos and a dazzling variety of birds, including fish eagles and kingfishers. For a more intimate encounter with wildlife, visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among zebras, giraffes, and gazelles. End your day watching the sun set over the lake before dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake nakuru-amboseli

Lake nakuru-amboseli

Start your day with an early breakfast before departing for Amboseli National Park, a landscape famous for its large elephant herds and panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive by midday and check in to your lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, venture into the park for an exciting game drive, where you’ll likely see elephants strolling across the dusty plains, along with buffaloes, lions, and a variety of birdlife. The sight of wildlife silhouetted against the snow-capped peaks of Kilimanjaro is one of Africa’s most iconic scenes. As night falls, return to your lodge for dinner and enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature around you.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Amboseli

Amboseli

Spend this day immersing yourself fully in the wonders of Amboseli. Begin with an early morning game drive to capture the best views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds settle. Watch as elephants, zebras, and wildebeests graze in the open plains while predators like lions and hyenas roam nearby. After breakfast, relax at your lodge or visit a nearby Maasai village to learn about the tribe’s culture, traditions, and way of life. In the afternoon, embark on another game drive or simply unwind and enjoy the serenity of the African wilderness. End the day with a delicious dinner under the vast star-filled sky.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Amboseli-watamu

Amboseli-watamu

After breakfast, enjoy a final short game drive as you exit Amboseli, taking in the morning glow over Kilimanjaro. From here, travel toward Emali or Voi to catch the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) train to Mombasa, a scenic journey through the Kenyan countryside. Upon arrival, continue by road to the coastal paradise of Watamu, enjoying the gentle sea breeze and the sound of waves — a perfect end to an unforgettable Kenyan journey.

Main Destination:
Watamu (Beach)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Welcome to Africa Trails, not SafariBookings.
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