6-Day Mt Kilimanjaro Amboseli Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara
This safari package will take you to three of the main wildlife destinations in Kenya. Amboseli National Park is famous for its breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the massive African Savannah Elephants. Lake Naivasha is known for its hippos, boat rides, and walking safaris at Crescent Island. Finally, the Masai Mara National Reserve, also known as the “Jewel of Africa,” guarantees sightings of the Big 5 (Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalo).
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and resorts.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for All travellers
Solo travellers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 3 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: game drives, nature hikes/walks & boat trip
- Game drives: pop-up roof minivan
- Getting around: pop-up roof minivan
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Getting to Kenya
- This tour starts in Nairobi and ends in Nairobi, Kenya
- We can help select your international flights, but you’ll have to book them yourself
- Fly in Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi
- Fly out Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli
We will pick you up from Jomokenyata Airport and take you on a scenic drive southeast towards Amboseli National Park, with at least one health stop to use the restrooms. You will arrive at the camp in good time for lunch.
In the afternoon after lunch, you will embark on your first game drive to explore the park, which spans 392 square kilometers and is renowned for its panoramic view of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest freestanding mountain on earth and the tallest in Africa, standing at 5,895 meters. Amboseli is also known as an elephant’s paradise, where massive African Savannah Elephants roam from swamp to swamp, grazing all day. Other animals to spot here include cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests (gnus), gazelles, hippos, and many more.
Note: Your accommodations and vehicle can be upgraded at an extra cost.
Nairobi to Amboseli- 4-HRS drive(1 stopover).
Main Destination: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation: Aa Lodge Amboseli
- Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: Amboseli – Amboseli
You have two options for your day at Amboseli Park today. You can leave camp after breakfast, carrying your packed lunch to enjoy in the wild. Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli’s marshlands and swamps, then Return to the lodge late in the afternoon after a long day of exploration, If you choose the second option begin with an early morning game drive to see the animals when they are most active. Afterward, return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch. Spend the hottest part of the day relaxing in camp, reading, writing in your journal, or observing the local birds. In the late afternoon, at around 4 pm, head out for another drive through the park.
Full-day Game drive.
Main Destination: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation: Aa Lodge Amboseli
- Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
After having breakfast, you will depart Amboseli National Park and head towards Nairobi city. During the journey, you will make a stop at the famous Carnivore Restaurant for a leisurely lunch. Once you finish your meal, you will continue driving west and make another stopover at the stunning Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Here, you can stretch your legs and take photos of the breathtaking scenery, including Mt. Longonot and Mt. Suswa.
Afterward, you will proceed to your hotel, which is located by the shores of Lake Naivasha arriving in good time late in the afternoon. Upon arrival, you can choose to relax by the poolside or walk around the camp which has animals like giraffes, Hippos, and many species of birds.
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha- 6-HRS drive (2 Stopovers).
Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation: Osotua Luxury Resort
- Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara Via Hellsgate National Park
After finishing breakfast, pack your things and drive towards Hell’s Gate National Park, located nearby. You can either cycle, walk, or drive through the park. It is one of the few national parks that allow cycling, walking, and hiking. You can rent a bicycle at the gate upon arrival. You will later proceed to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and walking excursion at the Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, which is situated adjacent to the lake.
Once you have finished exploring the island, exit the park and drive through the Rift Valley floor to Masai Mara National Reserve. You will have lunch on the way to Narok town and arrive at the lodge late afternoon. On arrival, you will be picked up by the Masai warriors and take a walk to the nearby village where you can learn more about the community that has co-existed with the Mara wildlife for centuries. Return to the camp at sunset in preparation for the full-day safari scheduled for tomorrow.
Naivasha to Masai Mara 6 HRS drive(2 Stovovers).
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Aa Lodge Mara
- Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Best Time to Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and September to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5: Masai Mara – Masai Mara
This is a full day dedicated to game viewing across the rich, tree-studded grasslands and rolling hills of the famous “Eighth Wonder of the Animal World”, the Mara. The Mara is renowned for its large herds of plains game animals like leopards, cheetahs, and lions. It also has numerous elephants and virtually every other type of wildlife to be found in Kenya.
During the day, you will enjoy a picnic lunch under a lone flat-top acacia tree while watching the animals graze. After lunch, you will continue with the game drive, arriving at your lodge late in the evening after thoroughly exploring this massive savanna grassland.
You have the option of booking a balloon ride early in the morning. After landing, the crew will assist you out of the basket and escort you to a lovely setting for a bush breakfast. You will then be reunited with your driver guide at a location and continue with the game drive until late evening. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and is worth the price.
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Aa Lodge Mara
- Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6: Masai Mara to Nairobi
After enjoying a leisurely morning breakfast, you will check out of your lodge, pack up, and drive back to Nairobi. On the way, you have the option to visit a Maasai Village for a cultural experience and learn more about the community that has coexisted with the Mara wildlife for centuries.
You will have an Optional lunch at one of the hotels in Narok town. Afterward, the journey will continue to Nairobi, arriving in the mid-afternoon. You will be dropped off at your respective hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari.
Depending on your homebound flight departure time, you will organize the departure time from Masai Mara with your driver guide.
Note: When booking this safari, you can request a coastal beach stay extension in Mombasa or Diani.
Main Destination: Nairobi (City)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- You’ll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labelled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- AMREF flying doctor’s medical cover
- Free visa application
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)