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Overview
This 6-day comfort safari provides a comprehensive journey through Kenya's classic wildlife circuit, including Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara. It's tailored for travelers seeking a well-rounded wildlife experience with comfortable mid-range lodge accommodations, excellent Big Five viewing opportunities, and iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, all guided by experienced local experts.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Ideal for families, couples, and first-time safari adventurers looking for an in-depth Kenyan wildlife experience with reliable and comfortable lodging.
- Pace of Travel: Moderate, allowing for thorough exploration of each key park while ensuring comfortable travel between these prime safari destinations.
- Interests: Viewing large elephant herds in Amboseli with Kilimanjaro as a backdrop, rhino tracking and birdwatching at Lake Nakuru, Big Five encounters in Masai Mara, and enjoying the comfort of established safari lodges.
- Comfort Level: Comfort/Mid-Range, featuring stays at reputable lodges such as Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, Eagle Palace Hotel, and Ol Moran Tented Camp.
- Focus: A popular Kenyan safari circuit covering major wildlife highlights with good quality, comfortable lodging and a balanced itinerary.
Key Tour Highlights
- Amboseli's Elephants & Kilimanjaro: Witness the large elephant herds of Amboseli, with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro often providing a stunning backdrop.
- Lake Nakuru's Rhino & Birdlife: Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, a sanctuary for endangered rhinos and famous for its flamingos (seasonal) and diverse avian species.
- Masai Mara's Wildlife Spectacle: Immerse yourself in the Masai Mara, world-renowned for its high concentration of predators, the Big Five, and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
- Comfortable Lodge & Camp Stays: Enjoy pleasant accommodations and service at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, Eagle Palace Hotel (Nakuru), and Ol Moran Tented Camp (Masai Mara), or similar.
- Scenic Rift Valley Drives: Journey through the Great Rift Valley with picturesque views and stops.
Accommodation Style
Experience comfortable stays at a selection of Kenya’s well-regarded mid-range safari lodges and tented camps. This itinerary includes properties such as Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, Eagle Palace Hotel near Lake Nakuru, and Ol Moran Tented Camp near Masai Mara, or similar establishments chosen by local operators. These accommodations offer good amenities, pleasant dining, and strategic locations for exploring the parks.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Amboseli National Park: Famous for its large elephant herds, diverse birdlife, and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: A rhino sanctuary also known for Rothschild's giraffes, (seasonal) flamingos, and diverse birdlife.
- Masai Mara National Reserve: Celebrated for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, numerous predators, and the annual Great Wildebeest Migration.
- Great Rift Valley Viewpoint: A scenic stop for photography.
Itinerary
Your safari begins with a pick-up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Drive to Amboseli National Park, arriving shortly after noon for check-in at your lodge. Enjoy a hot lunch and some time to rest. At 4:00 PM, depart for an afternoon game drive until evening. Amboseli is renowned for its remarkable concentration of elephants. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge or similar mid-range tented camp.
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive, maximizing your chances of spotting wildlife when they are most active. Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast. Alternatively, have a relaxed breakfast and then depart for a full-day game drive around 7:30 AM, carrying a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park. Return to the lodge in the afternoon for dinner. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast, check out and drive down the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Make a brief stop at the Rift Valley viewpoint for a scenic photo session. Pass by Lake Naivasha, observing birdlife. Arrive at your accommodation near Lake Nakuru in the afternoon for a hot lunch and check-in. Relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. Around 4:00 PM, embark on a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park until sunset. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Eagle Palace Hotel or similar mid-range hotel.
After a hearty breakfast, depart for the famed Masai Mara National Reserve, a journey of approximately 4 to 5 hours. Arrive at your camp early in the afternoon for check-in and lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive. The Masai Mara is known for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Ol Moran Tented Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
Today's itinerary is flexible; discuss with your guide. You can opt for a relaxed breakfast and then depart for a full-day game drive around 8:30 AM with a picnic lunch. This allows a visit to the Mara River, where the migration occurs (July-October). Alternatively, have separate morning and afternoon game drives with a lunch break at the camp. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Ol Moran Tented Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast at the camp, pack your luggage and depart for Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to catch your flight. (Meals: Breakfast, other meals at own expense, 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