7-day epic wildlife expedition through Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Amboseli
Your journey begins with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport. After a short safari briefing, depart for Masai Mara via the scenic Great Rift Valley with photo stops at the escarpment and a quick break in Narok Town.
Arrive at Jambo Mara Safari Lodge in time for lunch, followed by some rest. In the late afternoon, venture into the Masai Mara for your first thrilling game drive. Watch as the golden plains come alive with elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and big cats against a setting sun.
Accommodation: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, set off for a full-day game drive with packed lunch. Explore the Masai Mara’s rich ecosystem, from acacia-dotted plains to the iconic Mara River, where crocodiles and hippos dwell and during the migration season, wildebeest make their dramatic crossings.
Spot lions lounging in the grass, elephants herding through the bush, cheetahs scanning the horizon, and countless bird species. For an unforgettable experience, you may opt for a hot air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost), followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Return to your lodge in the evening, filled with wild stories and spectacular photos.
Accommodation: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Begin the day with a cultural visit to a local Maasai village. Engage in authentic traditions, from spear-throwing demonstrations to jumping dances, and learn about the daily lives and ancient customs of this proud tribe. Depart for Nakuru with an optional stop at Crescent Island (at extra cost), a private sanctuary on Lake Naivasha known for its guided nature walks among giraffes, zebras, and gazelles. Arrive in Nakuru in the evening and check in at Buraha Zenoni Hotel for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, a sanctuary for rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and a wide variety of birds, including the famous flamingoes. Visit scenic viewpoints like Baboon Cliff for sweeping views over the lake.
By late morning, head to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Optional activities include visiting Elsamere Museum, the former home of Joy Adamson, or The Sanctuary, a private wildlife reserve on the lakeshore (entrance fees paid on-site).
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, explore Hell’s Gate National Park, one of Kenya’s few parks where you can walk or cycle among wildlife. Discover towering cliffs, volcanic formations, and steaming geysers as you navigate this raw landscape. Bike rental and guided walking tours are available at the gate (at an extra cost). After your adventure, depart for Amboseli National Park, enjoying a scenic drive with a lunch stop en route. Arrive at Kibo Safari Camp in the evening, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a breathtaking backdrop.
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is dedicated to exploring the beauty and wildlife of Amboseli. Known for its vast herds of elephants and jaw-dropping views of Mount Kilimanjaro, this park is a photographer’s dream.
With picnic lunch boxes in hand, set out on a full-day game drive across open plains and swampy springs. Look out for lions, buffalos, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and over 400 bird species. Stop at Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park. Return to camp in the evening for a hearty dinner and storytelling under the stars.
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Amboseli. If the skies are clear, snap stunning photos with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. Return to camp for a full breakfast before checking out.
Drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Your driver will drop you at the airport or your Nairobi hotel ending your unforgettable 7-day mid-range Kenya safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included
- 6 nights’ accommodation in mid-range lodges (Jambo Mara Safari Lodge, Buraha Zenoni, Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge, Kibo Safari Camp)
- Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as per the itinerary
- Transport in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All park entry fees: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate, and Amboseli
- Unlimited game drives
- Visit to a Maasai village
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi (hotel or airport)
- Government taxes and levies
Not Included
International & domestic airfare
Visa fees
Optional activities:
Hot air balloon safari in Masai Mara
Crescent Island walk
Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
Bike rental and guided walk at Hell’s Gate
Elsamere Museum / The Sanctuary entrance fees
Travel & medical insurance
Tips & gratuities for driver/guide and lodge staff
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and personal expenses
Spa treatments (available at some lodges at extra cost)
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