8-Day Kenya Big Five & Scenic Wilderness Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or pick up from your preferred location in Nairobi, you will be warmly received by your professional driver-guide for a safari briefing before departing towards the world-renowned Maasai Mara. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with stopovers at breathtaking viewpoints. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and relaxation. Later, proceed for a game drive across the vast savannah plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and other wildlife that roam freely in this spectacular ecosystem.

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:

Endeem Mara Resort

• Budget lodge bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Exploration in Masai Mara

Spend a full day exploring the rich wildlife haven of the Maasai Mara. The reserve is famous for its high concentration of big cats and the seasonal Great Migration. With packed lunch or lodge meals, traverse different sections of the park including riverine areas and open grasslands where herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes gather. Your experienced guide will share insights about animal behavior and the Maasai culture that surrounds this remarkable reserve. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Endeem Mara Resort

• Budget lodge bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, check out and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. This compact yet scenic park is known for its rhinos and beautiful alkaline lake that attracts numerous bird species. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive along the lakeshore and acacia woodlands where you may spot white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, lions, and flamingos. The park’s elevated viewpoints also offer spectacular panoramic scenery.

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 – Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, check out and drive to the serene Lake Naivasha. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy optional activities such as a boat ride on the lake to view hippos and a variety of birdlife, or visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among zebras and giraffes. The calm freshwater lake provides a refreshing contrast to the savannah parks visited earlier.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Leisure Apex Resort

• Budget hotel located near 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, check out and journey southwards to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Amboseli is famed for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days. Later, enjoy a game drive across the park’s open plains, swamps, and acacia woodland in search of elephants, cheetahs, hyenas, and a wide range of bird species. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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)

Deep exploration in Amboseli

Spend the day exploring Amboseli’s diverse habitats. The park’s swampy springs fed by Mount Kilimanjaro attract abundant wildlife, offering excellent photography opportunities. Enjoy extended game viewing as you explore different sectors of the park while taking in the dramatic backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain. Return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

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 – Tsavo East National Park

After breakfast, check out and drive to Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest and oldest parks. Arrive in time for lunch followed by a game drive through the park’s vast red-earth plains. Tsavo East is famous for its red-dusted elephants, the Galana River, and the scenic Lugard Falls area. Keep an eye out for lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife as you explore this rugged wilderness.

Main Destination:

Tsavo East National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)

High Season December to March and July to October (Not busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo East NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

Show more

CheetahOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

WildebeestRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Nyati Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Tsavo East – Nairobi

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy a relaxed drive with scenic views along the way. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your preferred location within Nairobi, marking the end of your unforgettable 8-day Kenya 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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.