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This comprehensive 6-day Kenya road safari begins from Nairobi and takes you through 3 of Kenya’s premier wildlife reserves on an epic East African safari.
Explore Amboseli National Park, famous for its views of Mt Kilimanjaro and good numbers of elephants, Lake Nakuru National Park with its diverse wildlife and birds, and the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.
Enjoy exciting wildlife viewing in an open 4×4 where each guest is guaranteed a window seat and relax in 4-star safari lodge accommodation. Take advantage of optional excursions to get the most out of this once in a lifetime experience.
Beginning in Nairobi, this safari could end in Mombasa or Nairobi. The tour travels south towards the Kenyan/ Tanzanian border to the Amboseli National Park, lying in the foothills of distant Kilimanjaro.
Known as the best place to view large herds of elephant, the park is also home to Leopard, Cheetah, Wild dogs, Buffalo, Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Crocodile, Mongoose and Lesser Kudu. There is also over 600 species of birdlife located here.
After 2 nights in Amboseli, the safari heads back towards Nairobi (stop over for lunch) and continue driving through the stunning scenery of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley to explore Lake Nakuru National Park.
The woodland and grassland surrounding Lake Nakuru are home to an abundance of wildlife including black rhino, white rhino, hippo, leopard, lion, Colobus monkeys, buffalo and the rare Rothschild giraffe.
Lake Nakuru is a birdwatchers paradise where fish eating pelicans and cormorants are prolific as well as in excess of 400 other resident bird species.
After a night in Lake Nakuru Lake and travel through the Great Rift Valley, passing rural areas en-route to the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve.
The Masai Mara is home to the Big and the Small Five – the elephant shrew, the Buffalo-weaver, Leopard tortoise, Ant-lion and Rhino beetle – the Big Five (- lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino) being easier to spot than the Small 5.
Wherever you go in the vast Masai Mara Park you will see plenty of wildlife, such as Masai giraffe, baboons, warthogs, bat-eared foxes, grey jackals, spotted hyena, topis, impala, hartebeests, wildebeest. Elephants, buffalos, zebras and hippos are also found in great numbers.
The ultimate action here is without a doubt the annual wildebeest exodus, the Great Migration, in July and August when millions of these grazers move north from the Serengeti in search of lusher grass before turning south again in October.
After 2 Nights in the Masai Mara we return to Nairobi were this 6 Day Kenya Safari to Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Mara comes to an end.
Itinerary in Summary
Day 1: Nairobi – Drive to Amboseli National Park
Day 2: Explore Amboseli National Park
Day 3: Amboseli – Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Drive to Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 5 : Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve – Nairobi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Drive to Amboseli National Park
Rise early to enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel this morning we depart by road to Amboseli National Park famous for its breath-taking views of Kilimanjaro.
The Park also shelters more than 420 species of birds. Enormous Elephant population and other big game are attracted to the area by underground springs fed from the melting snows of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Lunch is served at the lodge, before departing for a planned afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge and enjoy a scrumptious dinner.
Overnight Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge or Amboseli Serena or Similar
Meal Plan {Lunch & Dinner}
Day 2: Explore Amboseli National Park
Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit, we set off for a ‘Spice’ game drive.
Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from Wildebeest to Giraffes to Baboons.
A visit to a Masai village is planned after breakfast. Midday finds us at our lodge for lunch and afternoon rest, followed by another ‘Spice’ game drive. Amboseli is home to the legendary Masai tribesmen.
Masai warriors are famous and are proud nomadic tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and single-handed acts of bravery in fights with the wild animals are known across the world.
Overnight Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge or Amboseli Serena or Similar
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 3: Amboseli – Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart Amboseli for Lake Nakuru stopping for lunch in Nairobi. Afternoon proceed by road to Lake Nakuru National Park by way of the Great Rift Valley and its breathtaking scenery.
The habitats here include rocky escarpments and pockets of acacia forests. The park is home to black and white rhino, as well as endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, lion, leopards, hippo and most famously zillions of flamingos that are drawn to the abundance of algae in the soda lake.
Lake Nakuru is a birdwatchers paradise where fish eating pelicans and cormorants are prolific as well as in excess of 400 other resident bird species.
Overnight Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or Lake Nakuru Flamingo Hill Camp
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 4 : Lake Nakuru – Drive to Masai Mara Game Reserve
Depart Lake Nakuru for Masai Mara Game Reserve-jewel of Kenya’s Game Park.
This enormous Reserve actually part of the vast Serengeti plains is famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migration and is a true home of the big five-Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Rhino and Cape Buffalo.
Upon arrival, lunch will follow. After lunch, explore the reserve on a late evening ‘Spice’ game drive. In the evening, we relax around the camp/ Lodge fire before an excellent dinner.
Overnight Accommodation: Keekorok Lodge or Mara Serena or Similar
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 5 : Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve
The Masai Mara is one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Morning and afternoon ‘Spice’ game drives are planned. Large mammals are varied, abundant and easy to see.
Residents among the Parks mammals are; Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Impala, Zebra, Topi, both the Thomson’s and Grant’s Gazelles. The best Hot Air Balloon rides are available on this day at an additional cost.
Overnight Accommodation: Keekorok Lodge or Mara Serena or Similar
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 6 : Masai Mara Game Reserve – Nairobi
Begin today with a complete English breakfast at your lodge, followed by ‘Spice’ game drive en-route to Nairobi.
The balance of the day is at leisure for last minute assisted shopping and sightseeing.
Meal Plan {Breakfast}
6 Day Kenya Safari Amboseli Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Prices
6 Day Kenya Safari Amboseli Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Prices Include;
Meet & greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport + Round trip transport from Nairobi to Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara + game drives + experienced driver guide + accommodation and meals as mentioned on the itinerary + extra meal in Nairobi + All park and reserve fees & Accommodation of your choice in Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person | Children Aged 2 to 12 Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st January 2023 | 31st December 2023 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* For up-to-date and confirmed pricing info for optional items, please drop us an inquiry
* Optional Extras and Excursions Hot Air Balloon Safari in Masai Mara & Visit Masai Manyatta
* This tour departs daily from Nairobi Hotels or from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or from any point within Nairobi
6 Day Kenya Safari Amboseli Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Rates Does Not Include:
* Drinks
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers Insurance
* Communication charges
* Minimum of one person required
* Visas, international airfares and airport taxes; meals
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)