5-Day Maasai Mara ~ Lake Naivasha ~ Amboseli Tour

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

Early Nairobi Departure, Scenic Rift Valley Stop and Journey to Maasai Mara Safari Experience

Begin your adventure with an early pickup from your Nairobi accommodation or airport and depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley, making a stop at a viewpoint to enjoy the dramatic landscapes and capture memorable photos.
Continue through rural Kenya, passing small towns, farms, and Maasai communities along the way. Arrive at your lodge or camp around midday and check in for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, set out for your first game drive in the Mara, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The vast savannah plains are home to the Big Five and a wide variety of animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and more.
Your guide will navigate different areas in search of wildlife while sharing insights into animal behavior. Return to your 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

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Elangata Olerai Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Maasai Mara Game Drives Searching for Big Five Across Vast Open Savannah Plains

Spend a full day exploring the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve with extended game drives designed to maximize your wildlife viewing opportunities.
After an early breakfast, depart with packed picnic lunch boxes and head deep into the reserve while animals are most active.
Your guide will navigate across vast open plains, riverine areas, and acacia woodlands in search of the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino.
The Mara is also home to cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous antelope species, offering constant sightings throughout the day.
Enjoy a picnic packed lunch at a scenic spot within the park, often near a river or under a shaded area, allowing you to remain immersed in the wilderness.
Continue your afternoon game drive, exploring different sections of the reserve as wildlife activity picks up again. Return to your camp in the evening for dinner and overnight after a rewarding day.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Elangata Olerai Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Maasai Mara Game Drive then Scenic Transfer to Lake Naivasha with Boat Ride

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Maasai Mara, when wildlife is most active and the soft golden light creates excellent photography conditions.
After breakfast at your lodge, check out and depart the reserve, traveling through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards Lake Naivasha.
Along the way, pass rural towns, farms, and rolling landscapes that showcase Kenya’s countryside. Arrive at Lake Naivasha in the afternoon, proceed to your lodge for checkin and lunch, get some rest, and head straight to the lakeshore for a relaxing boat ride across its calm freshwater waters.
As you cruise, watch for hippos resting in the shallows and a variety of birdlife including fish eagles, herons, and cormorants along the shoreline. The peaceful setting offers a refreshing contrast to the Mara’s open plains.
After the boat ride, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight, enjoying the cooler lakeside atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Eseriani Resort

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Naivasha Departure and Scenic Drive to Amboseli National Park with Afternoon Game Drive

After an early breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and begin your journey towards Amboseli National Park, traveling through diverse landscapes that range from lush highlands to open plains.
Enjoy views of rural towns, farms, and local communities along the way as you head south towards the Kenya–Tanzania border.
Arrive in Amboseli in the afternoon and check into your lodge or camp, have lunch and some rest before heading out for an exciting afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. As you explore the park, look out for elephants moving across the plains, along with lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birdlife.
The open terrain and seasonal wetlands make wildlife viewing easier and more rewarding. As the day comes to an end, enjoy the beautiful backdrop of Kilimanjaro before returning to your accommodation 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

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Penety Amboseli Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Amboseli Morning Game Drive, Optional Maasai Village Visit and Return Transfer to Nairobi

Begin your final day with an early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, one of the best times to witness wildlife activity and enjoy clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Watch as elephants move across the plains, often silhouetted against the mountain, along with sightings of lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birdlife.
The early light provides excellent photography opportunities and a peaceful safari atmosphere. After the game drive, return to your lodge or camp for breakfast and check out.
You may choose to visit a nearby Maasai village for an optional cultural experience, where you can learn about traditional Maasai customs, daily life, and community practices.
Afterward, begin your journey back to Nairobi, traveling through scenic landscapes and local towns. Stop for lunch along the way before continuing your drive.
Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or airport.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

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.