8-Day Kenya Big 5 Safari- Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Mara

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

Arrival In Nairobi- Overnight at Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be warmly welcomed by our safari representative who will assist you with your transfer to your hotel. After your international flight, enjoy a short and comfortable transfer to the nearby Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport, conveniently located close to the airport. Once you arrive, check in and take time to relax and recover from your journey.

Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the hotel’s excellent facilities, including the rooftop swimming pool, spa, fitness center, and restaurant offering a variety of international and local cuisine. This first evening allows you to unwind and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead through some of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

Your overnight stay at the hotel ensures a comfortable start before beginning your journey the following day toward Amboseli National Park.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport

• Luxury hotel located at Nairobi Airport

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive from Nairobi to Amboseli

After breakfast at your hotel in Nairobi, your safari adventure begins with a scenic drive south toward Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife destinations. The journey takes you through beautiful countryside, local towns, and open savannah landscapes, offering a glimpse into everyday life in rural Kenya.

You will arrive at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge in time for lunch and check-in. After some time to relax, head out for your first exciting afternoon game drive in the park. Amboseli is well known for its large herds of elephants and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, which forms a stunning backdrop for wildlife photography.

During the game drive, your guide will help you spot a variety of animals such as elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many species of birds. As the sun begins to set over the plains, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

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:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Unlimited Game drives in Amboseli National Park- Herds of elephant Up close encounters

Spend a full day exploring the stunning landscapes of Amboseli National Park, famous for its large herds of free-roaming elephants and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. After breakfast at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, head out for a morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Amboseli offers excellent opportunities to see elephants up close, along with lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many bird species. Explore open savannahs, swamps, and seasonal lakes, capturing unforgettable photographic moments with Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. Return to the lodge for lunch or continue extended game drives. In the late afternoon, enjoy another exciting drive before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight, immersed in the peaceful African wilderness.

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)

Drive from Amboseli to the rift- Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast, you will depart from Amboseli and begin your journey north toward the Great Rift Valley and Lake Nakuru National Park.
Along the way, you will enjoy scenic viewpoints overlooking the spectacular Great Rift Valley, one of Africa’s most remarkable geological features. Arrive in Nakuru around midday and proceed to Lake Nakuru Lodge for check-in and lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for a game drive inside Lake Nakuru National Park, a sanctuary famous for its populations of endangered black and white rhinos. The park is also home to lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and many species of birds. The alkaline lake often attracts flocks of flamingos and pelicans, creating beautiful scenes along the shoreline.

After an exciting afternoon of wildlife viewing, return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay overlooking 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)

Drive from Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

After breakfast at Lake Nakuru Lodge, depart Lake Nakuru National Park and journey through the scenic Great Rift Valley toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Pass rural towns, rolling hills, and traditional Maasai villages before arriving in time for lunch and check-in at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, a comfortable tented camp near prime wildlife areas. After settling in, head out for an afternoon game drive across the vast savannah. The reserve is home to the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many antelope species. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and overnight, immersed in the sights and sounds of iconic African wilderness.

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:

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Immersive Game Drives in the Great Mara

After an early breakfast at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, enjoy a full day of game drives in the vast Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Track the Big Five – lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos – across rolling savannahs and riverine forests, with expert guides sharing insights on animal behavior and conservation. Stop for photography, birdwatching, and scenic breaks along the Mara River. Observe wildebeest and zebra herds, cheetahs sprinting, and elephants roaming freely. Picnic lunch in the bush offers a true wilderness experience. Return to camp in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight, immersed in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Grand Finale Exclusive exploration within Mara

Begin your final full day in Maasai Mara National Reserve with an early breakfast at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, then embark on morning and afternoon game drives exploring lesser-traveled areas of this iconic reserve. Spot the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, and endangered black rhinos, while enjoying opportunities for photography, birdwatching, and observing wildlife behaviors. Picnic lunch in the bush immerses you in the wilderness. Your expert guide shares insights on ecology, conservation, and Maasai culture. As the sun sets over the golden savannah, return to camp for a final dinner under the African sky, reflecting on unforgettable wildlife encounters and memories from your safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive from Mara to Nairobi- Drop off at your Hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

After an early breakfast at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, bid farewell to Maasai Mara National Reserve and begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi. Enjoy changing landscapes as you leave the savannahs behind, passing rolling hills, farmland, and local villages while reflecting on your incredible wildlife encounters. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for onward travel. This concludes your 8-day adventure through Kenya’s iconic safari destinations Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, and the Maasai Mara, with unforgettable memories of elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, flamingo-lined lakes, and Mount Kilimanjaro, offering the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and authentic African wilderness.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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