8-Day Maasai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha & Amboseli

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

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

Depart Nairobi and traverse the Great Rift Valley to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. Take in the breathtaking escarpment views before arriving at your lodge. Embark on your first afternoon game drive, spotting lions, zebras, and elephants across the vast golden savannah as the sun begins to set.

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

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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)

Maasai Mara – The Ultimate Wild

Spend a full day tracking the Big Five across the endless plains of the Maasai Mara. Enjoy a scenic bush picnic in the heart of the reserve, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild. To enrich your journey, opt for an evening visit to a traditional Maasai village to learn about their vibrant culture and ancient customs.

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)

Maasai Mara Wildbeest experience

Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, a premier birdwatcher’s paradise and world-class rhino sanctuary. Spend your afternoon on a game drive through the fever tree forests and along the pink-fringed shores. Keep a sharp eye out for elusive leopards resting in acacia trees, vast flocks of flamingos, and the endangered Rothschild giraffes that call this park home.

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)

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru

Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, a premier birdwatcher’s paradise and world-class rhino sanctuary. Spend your afternoon on a game drive through the fever tree forests and along the pink-fringed shores. Keep a sharp eye out for elusive leopards resting in acacia trees, vast flocks of flamingos, and the endangered Rothschild giraffes that call this park home.

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:

Ziwa Bush Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

Take a short drive to the freshwater shores of Lake Naivasha. Spend your afternoon at Hell’s Gate National Park for a unique cycling or walking safari among zebras and gazelles one of the few places you can explore on foot. End the day with a serene sunset boat ride at crescent island, spotting resident hippos and diverse birdlife.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Avian Court Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli

Journey toward the border of Tanzania to Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for an evening game drive as the clouds typically clear to reveal the majestic, snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Witness huge herds of elephants roaming the plains against the world’s tallest free-standing mountain.

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:

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

Amboseli complete exploration

A dedicated day to witness Amboseli’s famous “Tuskers.” Explore the lush Enkongo Narok swamps, where massive elephants and hippos congregate to cool off. Later, visit Observation Hill for a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire ecosystem, with the towering peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro dominating the horizon.

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 Nairobi

After a final sunrise game drive and a delicious breakfast in the bush, begin your scenic return journey to Nairobi. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the wild behind. Conclude your unforgettable 8-day journey, carrying memories of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters. From the heights of Kilimanjaro to the golden plains of the Masai Mara, you’ve experienced the very best of Epic Horizons Safaris. As you head home, these stories and photographs will serve as lasting reminders of your ultimate African adventure.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.