Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your Nairobi hotel. From the city, you will travel toward the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.
Upon arrival at Mara Serena Safari Lodge, enjoy lunch and some time to relax while overlooking the vast savannah plains. The lodge’s elevated location provides spectacular views of the surrounding wilderness.
In the afternoon, depart for your first exciting game drive across the Masai Mara. The reserve is renowned for its abundant wildlife including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and large herds of antelope roaming the plains. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara
Begin your day with an early morning game drive when wildlife activity is at its peak. Predators such as lions and cheetahs are often active during the cooler hours of the morning, making it an excellent time for wildlife viewing.
After breakfast at the lodge, continue your safari adventure with a full-day game drive and a picnic lunch near the famous Mara River. The Masai Mara is home to the Big Five and hosts over 500 bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts.
Throughout the day, you may also encounter giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous other animals grazing across the open plains. These incredible sightings highlight why the reserve is a centerpiece of many Kenya Safari Tours from France.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 3: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and journey toward Lake Nakuru National Park. The scenic drive passes through rolling hills and the beautiful landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru Lodge in time for lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. The park is famous for its flamingos and pelicans that gather along the lake’s shoreline.
During the safari, you may also encounter white rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, and occasionally leopards hiding among the acacia trees. A visit to Makalia Waterfalls offers stunning views and excellent photography opportunities.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and travel toward Amboseli National Park with a stop in Nairobi for lunch and a short rest. The journey then continues south toward the Tanzanian border where Amboseli lies beneath the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in Amboseli in the late afternoon and begin your game drive across the park’s vast plains. The park is famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Africa’s highest mountain.
As the sun sets behind the mountain, return to your lodge to enjoy dinner and relaxation in the peaceful wilderness.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 5: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Today is dedicated to exploring the beautiful landscapes of Amboseli National Park. After breakfast, depart for a full-day safari with a picnic lunch at one of the park’s scenic viewpoints.
The park’s open terrain allows excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, particularly for elephants that often gather around the wetlands. You may also encounter lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species.
Amboseli is also known for its spectacular sunrise and sunset views of Mount Kilimanjaro, making it one of the highlights of many Kenya Safari Tours.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 6: Amboseli – Nairobi
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive across the plains of Amboseli. This last safari provides another opportunity to see wildlife before leaving the park.
Later, check out from the lodge and begin the journey back to Nairobi. Along the way, you may still encounter wildlife as you travel through the park’s landscapes.
Arrive in Nairobi later in the day where you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey, concluding your unforgettable Kenya Safari Tours from France adventure.
