Day 1: Nairobi → Amboseli
Welcome to Kenya! Your safari begins with a personalized pickup from Nairobi’s airport or your hotel. Travel south through the open countryside to Amboseli National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and dramatic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in time for a gourmet lunch at the stunning Ol Tukai Lodge, set in the heart of the park. After a brief rest, set out on your first game drive where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and more, with Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak watching over the savannah.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Amboseli National Park
Wake early for a spectacular sunrise over Kilimanjaro—perfect for photographers. Today is dedicated to discovering Amboseli’s rich ecosystems, from its swamps and acacia woodlands to wide open plains.
Enjoy game drives throughout the day and a picnic lunch at Observation Hill, which offers a panoramic view of the entire park. Expect sightings of cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, and countless birds. Return to the lodge in the evening for a serene dinner under the stars.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 3: Amboseli → Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel through the Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint along the way. By early afternoon, you’ll arrive at Lake Naivasha, a lush freshwater lake nestled among fever trees and home to hippos, giraffes, and hundreds of bird species.
Check into the elegant Enashipai Resort & Spa. In the afternoon, you may choose to embark on a boat ride and walking safari at Crescent Island (optional, additional cost), offering the chance to walk among gentle wildlife in a predator-free zone.
Accommodation: Enashipai Resort & Spa
Day 4: Lake Naivasha → Lake Nakuru
Following breakfast, journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO-recognized sanctuary for white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and (seasonally) flocks of pink flamingos.
Enjoy lunch at the scenic Lake Nakuru Lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive through the park’s lakeside terrain and acacia forests. Keep your eyes peeled for leopards, baboons, and lions.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 5: Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara
After an early breakfast, hit the road for the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s crown jewel of wildlife conservation. Arrive at Alama Camp Mara, a luxury tented camp that blends rustic elegance with sweeping views of the savannah.
In the late afternoon, embark on your first Masai Mara game drive—prime territory for spotting the Big Five and a variety of other predators and plains game. Return for a delicious dinner and unwind by the fire.
Accommodation: Alama Camp Mara
Day 6: Full-Day Safari in the Masai Mara
Spend an unforgettable day exploring the Masai Mara. From sunrise to sunset, you’ll venture across open plains, acacia-dotted landscapes, and riverine forests teeming with life.
Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives, with a break for a bush picnic or a return to camp for lunch. Witness lions on the prowl, elephants on the march, and, if you’re lucky, the Great Migration (seasonal). As dusk falls, toast the day with a sundowner before a candlelit dinner.
Accommodation: Alama Camp Mara
Day 7: Masai Mara → Nairobi
Enjoy your final breakfast in the bush, surrounded by the sounds of the savannah. Depart the Mara with unforgettable memories as you journey back to Nairobi, where your safari concludes.
Optional: Add a farewell lunch at a local restaurant or enjoy a quick visit to the Karen Blixen Museum (based on flight schedule).