7-Day Kenya Big Wildlife & Scenic Lakes Mid Range Safari

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

Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a scenic drive to the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve via the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes along the way before arriving at your budget camp in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive, where you’ll encounter vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, elephants, and possibly the Big Cats that make the Mara famous. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Enkorok Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, head out for a full-day game viewing experience in the Masai Mara. The reserve is home to the Big Five and offers exceptional wildlife density year-round. You’ll explore different sections of the park, including open savannahs and riverine areas, increasing your chances of spotting lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing with afternoon game drives. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Enkorok Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

Following an early breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive north to Lake Nakuru National Park, a journey filled with scenic views and local settlements. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy lunch at your lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos (seasonal), large populations of white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, and diverse birdlife. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge near the park.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, enjoy a short morning drive before heading to Lake Naivasha, a beautiful freshwater lake surrounded by lush vegetation. Upon arrival, check in and have lunch before spending the afternoon at leisure. Lake Naivasha offers a peaceful contrast to the wildlife reserves, with opportunities to enjoy the serene lakeside environment and observe birds and hippos from a distance. Overnight at a budget hotel or lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive south toward Amboseli National Park, passing through changing landscapes and rural Kenya. Arrive in the afternoon, check in, and enjoy lunch at your lodge or camp. Later, set out for an afternoon game drive, where Amboseli’s open plains provide spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds, as well as zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and abundant birdlife.

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

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Penety Amboseli Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day in Amboseli National Park

Enjoy a full day dedicated to wildlife viewing in Amboseli. After an early breakfast, head out for a morning game drive, the best time to see animals as they move across the plains. Return to camp for lunch and relaxation before heading out again for an afternoon game drive, exploring swampy areas that attract elephants, hippos, and water birds. As the sun sets, enjoy stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Penety Amboseli Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli – Nairobi

After breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi, enjoying your final views of Kenya’s countryside along the way. Arrival will be in the afternoon, with drop-off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of a memorable and rewarding Kenyan safari experience.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.