7-Day Elite Big Five Mid Range Kenyan Safari Experience

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

Nairobi To Amboseli National Park

Begin your safari with a pickup from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi and set off on a scenic drive to Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro. Along the way, enjoy changing landscapes from urban settings to open countryside, with a brief stop for photography and refreshments as you stretch and take in the views. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. Take a short period to relax and freshen up.

In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive Exploring the park’s vast open plains, swamps, and acacia woodlands in search of its famous large elephant herds, as well as lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of birdlife. The backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro offers exceptional photographic moments, especially as the afternoon light softens.

As the day comes to an end, return to your lodge. Dinner will be served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay surrounded by the sights and sounds of the 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

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Amboseli Mountain View Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Game Drive In Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, Spend the full day exploring Amboseli National Park with both morning and afternoon game drives. Venture into the park’s open plains and swamps, spotting majestic elephant herds, graceful giraffes, lions, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. The striking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro makes every wildlife encounter and photo opportunity truly unforgettable.

Between drives, enjoy scenic stops to admire the park’s unique landscapes and take in the rich birdlife that inhabits the wetlands. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night immersed in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness as you relieve the experience of the day.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Amboseli Mountain View Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Amboseli To Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, check out from Amboseli Mountain View Camp and depart for Chambai, enjoying the scenic journey through the beautiful landscapes of the region.

Upon arrival, proceed to your hotel for check-in and lunch. After lunch, spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing at the hotel and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Take time to unwind, refresh, and enjoy the hotel facilities at your own pace. The evening will be free for relaxation before dinner.

Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay, enjoying a peaceful and comfortable evening.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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 Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Lake Naivasha for a peaceful boat ride across the scenic freshwater lake. Enjoy the calm waters while spotting hippos, fish eagles, and a variety of waterbirds along the shoreline.

After the boat ride, proceed to the wildlife sanctuary for a guided nature walk. Stroll through the beautiful surroundings while observing freely roaming giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife in their natural environment.

After the sanctuary visit, continue with a scenic drive to Nakuru. Upon arrival, check in at Hotel and enjoy some time to relax and unwind after the day’s activities.

Spend the evening at leisure, enjoying the peaceful surroundings before dinner and overnight stay.

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

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), Nature hikes/walks & Boat trip

Accommodation:

Eagle Palace Hotel

• 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 Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park for a morning game drive. Explore the park’s scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife, with opportunities to spot black and white rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, waterbucks, lions, and a variety of bird species.

Continue with the game drive until around noon, enjoying the wildlife and beautiful surroundings of the park. Afterwards, exit Lake Nakuru National Park and proceed towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.

Enjoy lunch en route as you travel through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and the Kenyan countryside. Continue the journey towards the Mara, arriving at your camp in the late evening.

Upon arrival, check in and take time to relax and unwind after the long journey. Enjoy dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, preparing for the exciting full-day game drive in the Masai Mara the following day.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Manyatta Camp

• Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Game Drive In Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, Begin early morning game drive when the savannah comes alive, offering prime opportunities to spot the Big Five, lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos alongside giraffes, zebras, and numerous antelope species. The park’s vast, acacia-studded plains and rolling hills provide a breathtaking backdrop for photography and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

During the day, you will also visit a traditional Maasai village, where you can immerse yourself in the rich Maasai culture. Learn about their customs, daily life, and interact with the community to gain an authentic understanding of their heritage. This cultural experience adds a meaningful dimension to your safari, complementing the incredible wildlife sightings.

Return to your camp in the evening to enjoy all meals and a comfortable overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Mara wilderness, as the African sunset paints the savannah in golden hues.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Manyatta Camp

• Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive Back To Nairobi

Start the day with a hearty breakfast as you enjoy the views later on check-out an depart for Nairobi, enjoying the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and its picturesque landscapes. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where your safari concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable Kenyan wildlife experience.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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.