Long Safari #005

7 Days Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari Kenya

A magnificent Kenyan safari visiting four of the country’s most spectacular parks – the elephant herds beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, the flamingo-fringed shores of Lake Nakuru, and the legendary plains of the Masai Mara, home to the Big Five and the great wildebeest migration.

Day By Day

Your Safari Itinerary

A carefully crafted journey from the shadow of Kilimanjaro to the pink lakes of the Rift Valley and finally the savannahs of the Masai Mara – Kenya’s quintessential safari experience.

Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

Nairobi → Amboseli

Upon arrival at JKIA International Airport or pick-up from a central point in Nairobi, meet our representative for a safari briefing.
Depart Nairobi and drive south to Amboseli National Park, with game viewing en route.
Arrive at the lodge/camp in time for lunch, with the immense grandeur of Mount Kilimanjaro towering in the background.
Spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing and soaking in the classic African scenery.
Enjoy an evening game drive – Amboseli is famous for its vast elephant herds, lion, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, baboon, gazelle, hippo, and wildebeest.
With over 400 bird species and soul-searing views of Kilimanjaro, Amboseli delivers the classic Hollywood image of Africa.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Lodge/Camp

Lunch, Dinner

Amboseli National Park – Full Day

Amboseli

Rise early for an unforgettable morning game drive – the best time to experience excellent wildlife viewing and catch the sunrise over snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro.
Return to the lodge/camp for a hearty breakfast.
Opt for an additional game drive after breakfast to visit the famous Amboseli swamps, where magnificent wildlife gathers throughout the day.
Alternatively, simply relax at the lodge/camp and take in the African wilderness from your veranda.
In the afternoon, head out on another game drive in anticipation of spotting the "Big Five" – elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Lodge/Camp

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Amboseli – Lake Nakuru National Park

Amboseli → Lake Nakuru

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge, then check out and drive via Nairobi towards the Great Rift Valley.
Enjoy spectacular scenery en route, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park – often called the "pink lake" for its shimmering masses of flamingos.
Check in at the lodge/camp and have lunch.
In the afternoon, proceed for a game drive in the park – see the huge numbers of flamingos concentrated along the lake shore.
Spot lion, leopard, black rhino, white rhino, buffalo, Rothschild's giraffe, zebra, impala, and waterbuck – Lake Nakuru is rich in wildlife beyond its famous birds.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Lodge/Camp

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lake Nakuru National Park – Full Day

Lake Nakuru

Rise early for a morning game drive before breakfast – the best time to try and find leopard, which are frequently sighted in Lake Nakuru Park.
Return to the lodge/camp for breakfast.
After breakfast, take a further drive to seek out the two species of rhino found in the park – black rhino and white rhino.
Return to the lodge/camp before lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing by the lodge swimming pool.
In the evening, head out for another game drive to catch the wildlife as the day cools.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Lodge/Camp

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara

After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve (approx. 259 km).
Drive south along the floor of the Great Rift Valley, passing through Narok before climbing the western wall into Hemingway's "Serengeti Plains".
Arrive at the lodge/camp in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in this legendary reserve – home to abundant lion, elephant, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, leopard, and a variety of gazelle species.
The Mara is the land of African legend, where the annual wildebeest migration (July–September) brings predators and prey together in one of nature's greatest spectacles.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Lodge/Camp

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Masai Mara National Reserve – Full Day

Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara aMasai Mara

Early morning balloon safari available as an option (USD 450 per person) – the balloon launches at 6:00 am for a one-hour flight, followed by a champagne bush breakfast upon landing.
Depart after breakfast with a packed picnic lunch for a full day of game viewing across the Mara's vast plains.
Spot the abundant lion, elephant, giraffe, zebra, cheetah, leopard, and rhino – the Mara is legendary for its Big Five sightings.
From July to September, witness the spectacular wildebeest migration – one of nature's few remaining wildlife spectacles, with predators in abundance.
Enjoy the colourful birdlife, including several species of bee-eaters – the "flying rainbows" of the Mara.
The reserve is also home to the Maasai people – watch for Morans (warriors) loping across the plains, young boys herding goats, or elders grouped under a tree discussing the day's matters.
Optional visit to a Masai village (at extra cost) to learn about their traditional culture and way of life.
Return to the lodge/camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Lodge/Camp

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Masai Mara – Nairobi (Departure)

Masai Mara → Nairobi

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge/camp, then check out and depart for Nairobi with a game drive en route.
Stop at Narok Town, the Masai city, where you can browse and purchase handicrafts and souvenirs.
Continue to Nairobi, arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight, or drop off at a city hotel.
End of services – safe travels home.

Departure

Breakfast

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Transport in a safari tour van with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography
Accommodation on Full Board basis at the lodges/camps
Park entry fees to the national parks
Mineral water while on safari
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Game drives as per the itinerary
Accommodation in Nairobi on the last day after the safari

NOT INCLUDED

International Flights / Domestic flights
Personal items
Laundry Services
Visit to Masai Villages ($25)
Balloon safari ($450)
Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
Tips to drivers & Porters
Personal drinks
Accommodation in Nairobi before and after the safari
Kenya visas

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