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Overview
This 7-day comfort safari offers a comprehensive exploration of Kenya's classic wildlife circuit, including the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Park. It is designed for travelers seeking a well-rounded wildlife experience with comfortable mid-range lodge accommodations, excellent opportunities for Big Five sightings, and views of Mount Kilimanjaro, all under the guidance of experienced local experts.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Ideal for families, couples, and first-time safari adventurers looking for an in-depth Kenyan wildlife journey.
- Pace of Travel: Moderate, allowing for thorough exploration of each key park while ensuring comfortable travel between destinations.
- Interests: Viewing the Big Five in Masai Mara, rhino tracking and birdwatching at Lake Nakuru, observing large elephant herds in Amboseli with Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
- Comfort Level: Comfort/Mid-Range, featuring stays at reputable lodges such as Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Lake Nakuru Lodge, and Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
- Focus: A classic, well-rounded Kenyan safari covering major wildlife highlights with comfortable travel and quality lodging.
Key Tour Highlights
- Masai Mara Immersion: Full-day game drives in the world-renowned Masai Mara, known for its high concentration of predators and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
- Lake Nakuru's Rhino & Birdlife: Explore Lake Nakuru, a sanctuary for endangered rhinos and famous for its flamingos (seasonal) and diverse avian species.
- Amboseli's Elephants & Kilimanjaro: Witness the large elephant herds of Amboseli with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro providing a stunning backdrop.
- Comfortable Lodge Stays: Enjoy pleasant accommodations and service at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Lake Nakuru Lodge, and Amboseli Sopa Lodge, or similar.
- Scenic Drives & Cultural Options: Journey through the Great Rift Valley with opportunities for optional Maasai village visits.
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 Zebra Plains Mara Camp in Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru Lodge, and Amboseli Sopa Lodge, or similar establishments chosen by local operators. These accommodations offer good amenities, pleasant dining, and strategic locations for park exploration.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Masai Mara National Reserve: Celebrated for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, numerous predators, and the annual Great Wildebeest Migration.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: A rhino sanctuary also known for Rothschild's giraffes, (seasonal) flamingos, and diverse birdlife.
- Amboseli National Park: Famous for its large elephant herds and unparalleled views of Mount Kilimanjaro from Observation Hill.
- Great Rift Valley: Scenic drives through this dramatic geological wonder.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or from your Nairobi hotel, you will be met by a local representative. After a briefing, depart from Nairobi at 07:00 AM for the Masai Mara National Reserve, traveling via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Arrive at your camp for check-in and lunch, with a short period for relaxation. At 4:00 PM, embark on an afternoon game drive, returning to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge, then proceed at 07:00 AM with a picnic lunch for a full-day game drive. Spend the day in the Masai Mara, Kenya’s most popular game reserve, where you will have a chance to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant). Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast at 07:00 AM, depart from the Mara region for Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving at your lodge for lunch. Enjoy scenic views en route of Mt. Longonot and Lake Naivasha from the main highway. After lunch and a brief relaxation, join your guide for an afternoon game drive from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, then return to the lodge for dinner. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar mid-range lodge.
Enjoy an early breakfast and then leave Lake Nakuru National Park with a game drive en route. Undertake another long and easy drive to Amboseli National Park, often referred to as the "Kilimanjaro Royal Court." Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. Relax after lunch and then proceed for an evening game drive. You will be amazed by the herds of wild elephants in this park. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge or similar mid-range lodge.
Leave the camp after breakfast and prepare for a full day of game drives in Amboseli. This park contains swamp grounds where elephants and hippos bathe in abundance. A variety of plains game, such as antelopes and birds, can also be seen, as well as Mt. Kilimanjaro’s peak if weather conditions permit. A picnic lunch will be provided. Return to the camp for your overnight stay. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge or similar mid-range lodge.
Enjoy another full day in Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Continue to explore the diverse habitats of the park, seeking out its rich wildlife, including bird species, and enjoying the iconic scenery. Your local guide will share insights about the ecosystem and animal behaviors. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge or similar mid-range lodge.
After breakfast at the camp or lodge, you will join your safari driver-guide and proceed to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your departure or at your Nairobi hotel as arranged. (Meals: Breakfast, Drinking water)
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