This 7-day Safari in Kenya is a wonderful journey through some of the country’s most famous wildlife destinations. The adventure begins in the Masai Mara, where you spend two days exploring open grasslands, searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and other wildlife. The Mara is also a special place to experience the Great Migration when the seasonal herds are present.
From the Mara, you travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its beautiful scenery, rhinos, and diverse birdlife. The journey continues to Lake Naivasha, where you can enjoy a peaceful lakeside setting and optional activities such as a boat ride or a walking safari on Crescent Island.
Your safari then moves to Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Two days in Amboseli allow you to enjoy game drives, photography, and the park’s unique landscapes. On the final day, you return to Nairobi, bringing your Safari in Kenya adventure to a memorable close.
Itinerary
Exploring all that Africa has to offer is a dream for many. From epic Kenya safari adventures spotting Africa’s Big Five, going on a Gorilla trekking in Uganda or relaxing at Diani Beach: Africa has it all. Good news: Africa Safari Trips can build a custom-made itinerary that suits all your wishes.
Our most popular itineraries can help you find some inspiration. A lot of our clients love to end their exciting safari with a few days of relaxation on Africa’s most stunning beaches. Would you like that as well?
Whether you choose one of our popular itineraries or prefer to customize your journey, we are here to assist you. Come aboard and get ready to explore Africa at your own pace, exactly the way you like it!
Day 1&2
Into the Wild – Explore the Legendary Masai Mara
Your Safari in Kenya begins in Nairobi with a morning departure for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The approximately 4–5-hour drive takes you through changing landscapes and rural Kenyan scenery before reaching the Mara. After arrival, check into Jambo Mara Safari Lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
The Masai Mara is one of Africa’s most rewarding wildlife destinations, offering excellent opportunities to see lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and other wildlife. Your professional driver-guide will help locate animals while explaining their behavior, habitats and role within the ecosystem.
Day 2 is dedicated to exploring more of the reserve through morning and afternoon game drives. The early morning is particularly rewarding because wildlife is active and the soft light creates excellent conditions for photography. During the afternoon, continue exploring the plains and riverine areas before returning to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Jambo Mara Safari Camp
Day 3
Lake Nakuru – Land of White Rhinos and Flamingos
After breakfast, leave the Masai Mara and travel toward Lake Nakuru National Park, approximately 4 hours away depending on road conditions and stops. The journey takes you through the scenic Great Rift Valley before reaching Lake Nakuru.
After lunch and check-in at Lake Nakuru Lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park. Lake Nakuru is famous for its rhinos, diverse birdlife and beautiful combination of lake, woodland and grassland habitats. Look for white rhinos, buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, zebras, baboons, hippos and, with luck, leopards.
The park provides a wonderful contrast to the Masai Mara, making this Safari in Kenya varied and rewarding. Return to your lodge after the game drive for dinner and an evening of relaxation.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 4
Lake Naivasha – Walking and Boating in the Wild
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru before continuing to Lake Naivasha. The short journey takes you deeper into the Great Rift Valley toward this beautiful freshwater lake.
After arriving at Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp and enjoying lunch, spend the afternoon experiencing wildlife in a different way. Visit Crescent Island for a guided walking experience where you can walk among zebras, giraffes, gazelles and other herbivores in a unique wildlife setting.
Later, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Naivasha. The lake is known for its hippos, waterbirds and spectacular scenery. Keep watch for African fish eagles perched near the shoreline or soaring above the water. The combination of walking and boating adds a different dimension to your Safari in Kenya.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
Day 5 & 6
Amboseli National Park – In the Shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and travel south toward Amboseli National Park. The journey takes approximately 5–6 hours, with changing scenery along the way. Arrive at Amboseli Sopa Lodge for lunch before settling into your accommodation.
In the afternoon, begin your first game drive in Amboseli. The park is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro. When weather conditions are clear, the mountain provides an unforgettable backdrop for wildlife photography.
On Day 6, enjoy a full day of wildlife exploration with morning and afternoon game drives. Search for elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and numerous bird species. Amboseli’s wetlands attract wildlife throughout the year, while its dry plains provide excellent visibility for game viewing.
Spend the evening relaxing at your lodge and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the park. Amboseli is a fitting final safari destination, combining spectacular landscapes with some of Kenya’s most memorable wildlife encounters.
Activities:
Accommodations:
- Platinum Amboseli Sopa
Day 7
Return to Nairobi – Farewell to the Wild
After breakfast, leave Amboseli and begin your journey back to Nairobi. As you travel, you can reflect on the wildlife encounters and landscapes experienced during your Safari in Kenya.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward journey. This marks the end of your 7-day Kenya adventure.
