6-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha and Mara

You will depart Nairobi early in the morning and begin your journey to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The drive takes you through the scenic Great Rift Valley, with opportunities to enjoy beautiful views of the Kenyan countryside along the way. The Masai Mara is one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations and forms part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem.

The reserve is famous for its open grasslands, abundant wildlife, and excellent opportunities for year-round game viewing. Between July and October, the Mara can also host large herds of wildebeest and zebras during the Great Migration, accompanied by predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.

You will arrive in time for lunch and check in at your accommodation. After some time to relax, you will head out for your first afternoon game drive. Your professional driver-guide will take you across the savannah in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions, cheetahs, and other wildlife.

As the afternoon progresses, the golden light creates excellent conditions for wildlife photography before you return to camp for dinner and overnight accommodation.

This exciting first day marks the beginning of your Kenya Mid Range Safari, combining scenic travel with an unforgettable introduction to the African wilderness.

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• Platinum Enkorok Mara Camp

After breakfast, you will spend the entire day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve on an extended game drive. A packed lunch will be provided so that you can spend more time in the reserve without returning to the camp during the middle of the day.

The Masai Mara is known for its high concentration of wildlife and is one of the best places in Kenya to search for the Big Five. During your game drive, you may encounter lions resting on the open plains, elephants moving through the grasslands, buffaloes grazing in large herds, and cheetahs searching for prey. Leopards may also be spotted in areas with thicker vegetation, although they are naturally more difficult to find.

The Mara is also an excellent destination for bird enthusiasts, with hundreds of recorded bird species. Depending on the season, you may see eagles, vultures, storks, bustards, ostriches, and colorful smaller birds.

Your guide will choose the best areas based on recent wildlife movements and the season. You will return to camp later in the afternoon for relaxation, dinner, and overnight accommodation.

A full day in the Mara makes this Kenya Mid Range Safari especially rewarding for travelers who want plenty of time for wildlife viewing and photography.

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• Platinum Enkorok Mara Camp

After breakfast, you will depart the Masai Mara and travel towards Lake Naivasha, one of the most beautiful lakes in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. The journey offers scenic views of rolling hills, open farmland, and the dramatic landscapes of the Rift Valley. On arrival at Lake Naivasha, you will check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch before relaxing and preparing for the afternoon activities.

Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake located at an elevation of about 1,890 metres above sea level. It is surrounded by acacia trees, papyrus wetlands, and green landscapes that provide an ideal habitat for many bird species. The lake is also famous for its resident hippos, which can often be seen resting in the shallow waters.

During your stay, you can enjoy an optional boat ride on the lake, offering a closer look at hippos, African fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, and other water birds. The peaceful boat experience provides excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife observation. You may also enjoy a nature walk around the lakeshore, depending on your schedule.

This day of your Kenya Mid Range Safari provides a relaxing change from game drives while allowing you to experience Kenya’s beautiful Rift Valley scenery.

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• Platinum Lake Naivasha Kongoni

After breakfast, you will leave Lake Naivasha and begin your journey towards Amboseli National Park. The drive takes you through changing landscapes as you travel from the Great Rift Valley towards southern Kenya. On arrival in Amboseli, you will check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive.

Amboseli National Park is famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. The park features open plains, seasonal wetlands, acacia woodland, and areas of dry terrain, creating habitats for a wide variety of wildlife.

During your afternoon game drive, you may see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeest, hippos, and many different bird species. Lions, cheetahs, and other predators can also be encountered in suitable areas of the park.

The wetlands are particularly important for wildlife because they provide water and green vegetation even when other parts of the park are dry. Your professional guide will help you identify animals and explain their behavior and the different habitats found within Amboseli.

As the sun begins to set, you will return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

This part of your Kenya Mid Range Safari combines scenic travel, wildlife viewing, and some of Kenya’s most impressive mountain landscapes.

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• Platinum Amboseli Sopa

You will rise early for a morning game drive in Amboseli, when wildlife activity is often high and the air is clear enough to provide beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The mountain provides an impressive backdrop to the park’s open plains, especially during the early morning hours before clouds begin to gather around the summit.

The morning game drive will take you through different habitats in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and other wildlife. Amboseli is particularly famous for its elephants, which are often seen moving between the grasslands and wetlands.

After breakfast, you can choose to enjoy more time exploring the park or take an optional visit to a local Maasai village. A cultural visit can provide an opportunity to learn about traditional Maasai homes, clothing, music, dancing, livestock keeping, and community life.

Later, you will continue with wildlife viewing and photography before returning to your lodge. The combination of elephants, open landscapes, wetlands, and Mount Kilimanjaro creates excellent opportunities for memorable safari photographs.

You will spend your final night in Amboseli enjoying dinner and relaxing at the lodge.

This full day adds a strong wildlife and cultural experience to your Kenya Mid Range Safari.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Amboseli Sopa

After an early breakfast, you will head out for your final morning game drive in Amboseli National Park. This is your last opportunity to explore the park and look for wildlife before beginning your journey back to Nairobi. The early morning hours can provide excellent opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other animals while the temperatures are still cool.

The game drive also offers another chance to enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro, depending on weather and cloud conditions. Your guide will select suitable areas based on wildlife movements and the time available.

After the game drive, you will leave Amboseli and begin the drive towards Nairobi. You will have lunch en route before continuing the journey through the Kenyan countryside. Along the way, you can enjoy views of changing landscapes, rural communities, farmland, and open plains.

You are expected to arrive in Nairobi at approximately 5:00 PM, depending on road and traffic conditions. On arrival, you will be transferred to your preferred drop-off point, marking the end of your safari.

This final day brings your Kenya Mid Range Safari to a comfortable close after six days of wildlife, scenic landscapes, cultural experiences, and unforgettable moments across Kenya.