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Overview
This 5-day comfort safari presents a classic Kenyan circuit, featuring the world-famous Masai Mara, the tranquil Lake Naivasha, and the elephant-rich Amboseli National Park with its Kilimanjaro views. This tour is structured for travelers seeking a comprehensive wildlife experience with comfortable lodge accommodations and the guidance of knowledgeable local experts, ensuring a balance of adventure and relaxation.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Well-suited for families, couples, and first-time safari visitors looking for an extensive introduction to Kenya's diverse wildlife and landscapes.
- Pace of Travel: Moderate, covering three key destinations with sufficient time allocated for game viewing and activities in each location.
- Interests: Big Five sightings in the Masai Mara, boat excursions and birdwatching at Lake Naivasha, viewing large elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli.
- Comfort Level: Comfort/Mid-Range, including stays at reputable lodges such as Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Sawela Lodges, and Ol Tukai Lodge.
- Focus: A popular Kenyan safari route offering varied experiences from savannah plains to Rift Valley lakes, with good quality, comfortable lodging.
Key Tour Highlights
- Masai Mara Exploration: Extensive game drives in the Masai Mara, renowned for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five and the Great Migration (seasonal).
- Lake Naivasha Activities: Enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Naivasha, with options for boat rides to observe hippos and birds, and visits to Crescent Island.
- Amboseli's Elephants & Iconic Scenery: Witness large herds of elephants and enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting) in Amboseli National Park.
- Comfortable Lodge Stays: Relax in well-selected mid-range lodges known for their good service, amenities, and convenient locations.
- Experienced Local Guiding: Benefit from the expertise of local guides who provide insights into the wildlife, local culture, and the environment.
Accommodation Style
Enjoy your safari with stays in comfortable and well-regarded mid-range lodges and tented camps. This itinerary includes properties such as Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Sawela Lodges (Lake Naivasha), and Ol Tukai Lodge (Amboseli), or similar establishments chosen by local operators. These accommodations offer pleasant rooms, good dining options, and a welcoming atmosphere after a day of adventure.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Masai Mara National Reserve: Kenya's premier wildlife reserve, offering exceptional Big Five viewing and the opportunity to witness the Great Migration.
- Lake Naivasha: A freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley, ideal for birdwatching, boat trips, and walking safaris on Crescent Island.
- Amboseli National Park: Famous for its large elephant herds and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak. Observation Hill offers panoramic vistas.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or from your Nairobi hotel, your local guide will meet you. Depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, driving via Narok Town. Arrive at your camp, check in, and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in the reserve until sunset. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast at the camp, carry packed lunch boxes for a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara. Explore the vast plains, home to an incredible variety of animals. The Mara is renowned for its big cat sightings and the annual Great Migration (July-November). You can opt for an afternoon visit to a Maasai village (extra cost, arranged locally). (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha, a beautiful freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your lodge. In the afternoon, you can enjoy an optional boat ride on the lake (extra cost) to see hippos and diverse birdlife, or visit Crescent Island for a walking safari. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Sawela Lodges or similar mid-range hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Spend the early afternoon at leisure. At around 3:30 PM, embark on your first game drive in Amboseli. The park is famous for its large herds of free-ranging elephants and offers spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting). (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge or similar luxury lodge (often used for comfort-level Amboseli stays).
Enjoy an early sunrise game drive in Amboseli National Park, offering another chance to see wildlife and the majestic Kilimanjaro. Later, have breakfast and then drive back to Nairobi. Enjoy a late lunch in the city, with options for souvenir shopping (time permitting), before being dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Activities (as written in the itinerary)
- Entry fee
- Taxes
- A bottle of drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas