Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Begin Your Luxury Kenya Safari
Your luxury Kenya safari begins with a personalized meet-and-greet by your driver-guide at Nairobi’s airport or your city hotel. After a short briefing, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. A stop at the viewpoint offers panoramic vistas perfect for photography before continuing through rural Kenya to the Mara.
On arrival at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch before venturing out on your first afternoon game drive. The Mara is one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations, home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as endless herds of antelopes, giraffes, and wildebeest. As the sun sets over the golden plains, return to your lodge for an elegant dinner and overnight in luxurious comfort.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara – Big Five & Great Migration
After a hearty breakfast, spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve, the crown jewel of your luxury Kenya safari. With your expert guide, you’ll traverse different areas of the reserve, increasing your chances of spotting the Big Five and other predators in action. The Mara is world-famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration, when millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles cross the plains between July and October.
A highlight of the day is a picnic lunch at the Mara River, where crocodiles and hippos add to the drama of the migration crossings. The reserve also offers spectacular birdlife, with over 450 species recorded. Optional activities (at extra cost) include a hot air balloon safari at sunrise or a cultural visit to a Maasai village for an authentic glimpse into the Maasai way of life.
Return to your lodge in the evening for a gourmet dinner and overnight stay in luxury.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 3: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Flamingos & Rhino Sanctuary
After two incredible days in the Mara, your luxury Kenya safari continues with a drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route, enjoy scenic views of the Rift Valley escarpments before arriving at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, head out on a game drive to explore this compact yet wildlife-rich park. Lake Nakuru is globally renowned for its flocks of flamingos that paint the lake pink, as well as being a sanctuary for endangered black and white rhinos. Other wildlife highlights include Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, leopards, zebras, and Cape buffalo. As evening falls, return to your lodge for a fine dining experience and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli – Elephants with Kilimanjaro Views
After breakfast, continue your luxury Kenya safari with a scenic transfer to Amboseli National Park, arriving at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge in time for lunch. Amboseli is world-renowned for its spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, and for its vast herds of elephants.
In the afternoon, enjoy your first Amboseli game drive, where you’ll encounter elephants up close, along with zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and predators like lions and cheetahs. As the sun sets, capture unforgettable photos of wildlife silhouetted against Kilimanjaro’s snowcapped summit before returning to your lodge for dinner under the stars.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Amboseli – Elephants, Birds & Kilimanjaro
Dedicate the day to exploring Amboseli, a highlight of your luxury Kenya safari. The park’s swampy areas and open plains attract a variety of wildlife, from hippos and elephants bathing in the water to antelopes grazing freely. Predators such as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs are also often seen here.
A picnic lunch in the heart of the park allows you to fully immerse yourself in nature, surrounded by Amboseli’s remarkable biodiversity. Bird enthusiasts will delight in spotting some of the 400 recorded species, from kingfishers to raptors. In the evening, return to your lodge for a candlelit dinner and another night of luxury in the wilderness.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 6: Amboseli to Nairobi – End of Your Luxury Kenya Safari
On your final morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your lodge while taking in last glimpses of Kilimanjaro if weather permits. Bid farewell to Amboseli’s landscapes as you embark on a scenic drive back to Nairobi. The journey takes about four to five hours, giving you time to reflect on the unforgettable memories of your luxury Kenya safari.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon for a drop-off at your hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your six-day safari adventure filled with luxury, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery.
