Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Your Kenya Safari Tour begins with a morning departure from Nairobi, heading south through Maasai country toward Amboseli National Park. The drive offers scenic views of open plains and traditional homesteads, gradually revealing the impressive silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days.
Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds and breathtaking landscapes, making it an ideal starting point for your safari.
In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive across the park’s open plains and wetlands. You may encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and other wildlife before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Begin your day with an early morning game drive, one of the best times to experience wildlife during your Kenya Safari Tour. The soft morning light and clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro create perfect conditions for photography.
After breakfast, continue exploring Amboseli’s diverse habitats, including swamps, woodlands, and open plains. A visit to Observation Hill offers panoramic views of the park and its wildlife.
Return to your lodge for lunch and some leisure time before heading out again for an afternoon game drive. Focus on spotting elusive predators such as leopards and hyenas. End the day with dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and journey toward Lake Naivasha via Nairobi and the Great Rift Valley. The drive showcases Kenya’s changing landscapes from dry plains to lush highlands.
Arrive at your lakeside lodge in time for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided boat safari on Lake Naivasha, where you may spot hippos and a variety of bird species including fish eagles.
Optional activities such as a walking safari on Crescent Island allow you to get closer to giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Lake Naivasha – Maasai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, continue your Kenya Safari Tour toward the Maasai Mara. The drive through the Rift Valley escarpment offers stunning views and a sense of transition into classic safari country.
Arrive at Maasai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by some relaxation before your afternoon activity.
In the afternoon, embark on a game drive across the Mara’s vast plains, known for its high concentration of wildlife. You may spot lions, cheetahs, and the elusive leopard before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Full Day in Maasai Mara
Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara with a picnic lunch, allowing you to maximize your time in this wildlife-rich ecosystem. This is a highlight of your Kenya Safari Tour.
Visit the Mara River, a key wildlife hotspot where hippos and crocodiles are commonly seen, and where the dramatic wildebeest crossings occur during migration season.
Track the Big Five—lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino—along with countless other species. Optional visits to a Maasai village can be arranged for a cultural experience. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive as you exit the Maasai Mara, offering one last opportunity to experience the wildlife.
Begin your journey back to Nairobi with an optional lunch stop along the way. The drive provides time to reflect on your Kenya Safari Tour and the incredible experiences you have enjoyed.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
