8-Day Kenya Wildlife & Cultural Safari Itinerary

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

Nairobi to Masai Mara – Scenic Drive & First Game Driveam

Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from Nairobi, followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, with a stop at a viewpoint to admire the dramatic landscapes. Continue toward the world-famous Masai Mara, arriving at your camp or lodge in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive across the open savannah, where you may spot elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and big cats as you begin exploring this iconic reserve. Enjoy the changing light over the plains before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Optional accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

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:

Flair Camp Experiences

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Park – Wildlife Exploration & Leisure

After an early breakfast, spend a full day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Travel through open savannahs, riverine forests, and rolling grasslands as your guide shares knowledge about the ecosystem and animal behavior. Keep watch for lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and a wide variety of plains game. During the migration season, large herds of wildebeest and zebras may be seen crossing the plains and rivers. A picnic lunch is enjoyed within the reserve before continuing with afternoon game viewing. Return to your camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. Optional accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Flair Camp Experiences

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Park – Wildlife Exploration & Leisure

Begin the day with breakfast before heading out for another immersive game drive in the Masai Mara National Park. This day allows for deeper exploration of different sections of the reserve, offering more opportunities to observe wildlife in varied habitats. Look out for predators on the hunt, large elephant herds, grazing herbivores, and a rich variety of birdlife. Your guide will help track animal movements and share insights into the Mara’s unique ecosystem. Enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch inside the park, followed by continued wildlife viewing in the afternoon. Return to your camp or lodge later in the day to unwind, enjoy dinner, and reflect on your safari experiences. Optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari or accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Flair Camp Experiences

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park – Culture & Scenic Wildlife Drive

After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and begin the journey toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Along the way, enjoy a cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village, where you will learn about local customs, daily life, and traditional dances. This cultural experience provides meaningful insight into the heritage of the Maasai people. Continue the scenic drive through the Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru in the afternoon. After lunch, enjoy a game drive in the park, renowned for its black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and diverse birdlife that thrives around the alkaline lake. The park’s varied landscapes of woodlands, grasslands, and lakeshore create excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Dinner and overnight at your lodge. Optional accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

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:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha- Rift Valley Scenery & Lakeside Adventure

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and travel south through the scenic Great Rift Valley toward Lake Naivasha. Upon arrival, visit Hell’s Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic cliffs, deep gorges, and geothermal features. Here, you may explore the park on foot or by bicycle, allowing close encounters with wildlife and unique landscapes. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha, where hippos and a wide variety of bird species can be seen along the shoreline. Later, take a guided walk on Crescent Island, a peaceful sanctuary where giraffes, zebras, and antelope roam freely. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. Optional cycling, boating upgrades, and accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Hotel Chambai Safari

• Budget hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park – Scenic Journey to the Foothills of Kilimanjaro

After an early breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and begin a long but scenic drive toward Amboseli National Park. Travel through changing landscapes, passing rural towns and open plains, with a stop in Nairobi for lunch before continuing south. Arrive in Amboseli in the late afternoon, where the vast open plains and wetlands create a striking contrast against the distant silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro. Settle into your camp or lodge and enjoy time to relax as you take in the peaceful surroundings and views of the park. The evening is spent unwinding after the journey, followed by dinner and an overnight stay. Optional accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

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

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Amboseli National Park – Full Day Wildlife Exploration

Spend the day discovering the unique landscapes of Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. After breakfast, head out on extended game drives across open plains, seasonal lake beds, and lush swamps fed by underground springs. These wetlands attract a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, hippos, zebras, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park while taking in the surrounding scenery. Continue wildlife viewing in the afternoon, with excellent photo opportunities as animals move against the mountain backdrop. Return to your camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. Optional accommodation upgrades are available for an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Amboseli National Park to Nairobi – Final Game Drive & Departure

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, enjoying sightings of elephants, other wildlife, and the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, with a picnic lunch served en route. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Optional drop-off at Namanga border is available at no extra cost, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure.

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.