7-Day Epic Mid-Range 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.

Nairobi to Amboseli

Your day begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or residence in Nairobi, followed by a scenic drive south through the open savannah and traditional Maasai lands toward Amboseli National Park. Enjoy views of rural life along the way, with a brief stop for breakfast before continuing your journey beneath the towering presence of Mount Kilimanjaro.

You’ll arrive at Amboseli Sopa Lodge in time for a delicious lunch, after which you can relax, freshen up, or take in the lodge’s serene surroundings and views of the park. In the late afternoon, head out for your first exciting game drive, where you may encounter Amboseli’s famous elephant herds, along with zebras, giraffes, lions, and a variety of birdlife, all set against the backdrop of golden plains and distant mountain peaks.

As the sun sets, return to the lodge for a warm dinner and unwind under the African sky, enjoying the peaceful ambiance of the wilderness before settling in for your overnight stay.

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:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Amboseli National Park

Wake up early for breakfast at the lodge before heading out for a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park. The morning hours offer some of the best wildlife sightings, with a chance to see large elephant herds moving across the plains, often with the beautiful backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day.

Spend the day exploring Amboseli’s open savannahs, acacia woodlands, and lush wetlands fed by underground springs. These areas attract a rich variety of wildlife including elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, hippos, antelopes, and many bird species.

At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at the Observation Point, one of the best scenic spots in Amboseli. From here, you can take in panoramic views of the park, the swamps, wildlife corridors, and the surrounding landscapes. After lunch, continue with your afternoon game drive as wildlife becomes active again toward the cooler hours of the day.

Later, return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Amboseli to Lake Naivasha

Begin you day with an early breakfast at Amboseli Sopa Lodge before departing Amboseli for a scenic drive back through Nairobi and onward into the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints along the way as you descend toward Lake Naivasha.

Arrive in time for lunch at Lake Naivasha Resort, followed by some time to relax and enjoy the lakeside setting. In the afternoon, head out for a tranquil boat ride across the lake, gliding past hippos and a variety of birdlife. Continue with a guided walking tour on Crescent Island, where you can stroll among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes in a unique, open environment.

Return to the resort in the evening for dinner and unwind in the peaceful atmosphere, ending the day with an overnight stay by the lake.

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)

Naivasha to Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, a beautiful park located in the heart of the Rift Valley. The park is famous for its rhinos, birdlife, scenic lake views, and wooded landscapes.

Upon arrival, begin your game drive as you enter the park. Lake Nakuru offers excellent chances of seeing white rhinos and black rhinos, as well as buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, baboons, waterbucks, and, if lucky, lions or leopards.

Arrive at your camp in time for lunch. After check in and some relaxation, continue exploring the park in the late afternoon. Visit viewpoints that offer panoramic views of the lake and surrounding escarpments. Depending on water levels and season, you may also see flamingos and other water birds along the lake shore.

Later, proceed to Egret Savannah Camp for 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

Accommodation:

Egret Savanna Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast, check out and begin your journey to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive takes you through the Great Rift Valley, local towns, and rolling countryside before reaching the vast savannahs of the Mara.

Arrive at Mara Sopa Lodge in time for check-in and lunch, followed by a short rest.

In the afternoon, head out for your first Maasai Mara game drive. The Mara is one of Africa’s best wildlife destinations, known for its big cats, open plains, and rich concentration of wildlife. You may see lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, antelopes, and many more.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

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

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Maasai Mara National Reserve

Your day begins with an optional early morning hot air balloon safari over the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve, where you’ll float above the golden plains at sunrise, spotting wildlife from a breathtaking vantage point, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. For those skipping the balloon ride, enjoy an early breakfast at Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge before heading out on a morning game drive.

Spend the day exploring the Mara’s vast savannahs in search of the Big Five and other wildlife, enjoying a picnic lunch amidst stunning scenery. Afternoon drives take you to different parts of the reserve, offering chances to see prides of lions, cheetahs, elephants, and colorful birdlife.

In the evening, have an optional visit a nearby Maasai village for an immersive cultural experience, learning about traditional lifestyles, customs, and dances. Return to back to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay, reflecting on a day filled with adventure, wildlife, and cultural discovery.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Wake up early for breakfast, then check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy the last views of the Mara plains as you drive through the countryside and back toward the capital.

Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or the airport depending on your onward plans.

This marks the end of your 7-day Kenya safari, filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters, beautiful landscapes, and classic safari experiences across some of Kenya’s most iconic destinations.

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.