6-Day Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Luxury Tour

Overview

Trip highlights

• Kilimanjaro views at dawn
• Large elephant herds
• Observation Hill panorama
• Maasai cultural encounters

Day by day

1. Day 1

   Nairobi to Amboseli National Park – Scenic Journey and Luxury Safari Experience

   Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, travelling south toward Amboseli National Park. Enjoy the changing scenery as you leave the city behind and enter Kenya’s beautiful countryside. Upon arrival, proceed to your luxury lodge for check-in and lunch. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive across Amboseli’s open plains, where you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife, with magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

2. Day 2

   Amboseli National Park – Full-Day Wildlife Adventure Beneath Mount Kilimanjaro

   Rise early for a morning game drive through Amboseli National Park, when wildlife is most active and the morning light creates beautiful views across the plains. Keep an eye out for large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Return to the lodge for a relaxed breakfast and some time to unwind. After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive exploring different areas of the park and searching for more wildlife. The landscape offers excellent opportunities for photography, especially with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a dramatic backdrop on clear days. As the sun begins to set, return to your luxury lodge for dinner, relaxation, and overnight accommodation.

3. Day 3

   Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park – Scenic Journey and Wildlife Discovery

   After breakfast, check out from your lodge and begin the scenic drive from Amboseli toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy views of Kenya’s changing landscapes as you travel through the countryside and into the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in the Lake Nakuru area in time for lunch and some relaxation before your afternoon safari. Later, enter the park for a game drive around the lake and surrounding woodland. Look out for rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and a variety of birdlife. The park is also known for its beautiful lake scenery and seasonal concentrations of flamingos. As the afternoon comes to an end, leave the park and proceed to your luxury lodge. Enjoy dinner, relax after the day’s journey, and spend the night at your accommodation.

4. Day 4

   Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Scenic Rift Valley Drive and Evening Safari

   After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and begin your journey toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley and enjoy views of Kenya’s countryside along the way. Arrive at your luxury lodge or camp in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Maasai Mara. Explore the open grasslands in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. The Mara is renowned for its abundant wildlife and spectacular landscapes. As the day ends, return to your lodge for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.

5. Day 5

   Maasai Mara Full-Day Safari – Wildlife, Landscapes and Unforgettable Encounter

   Start the day early with an optional hot-air balloon safari, offering a peaceful view of the Maasai Mara from above as the sun rises over the plains. After landing, enjoy breakfast before continuing your wildlife adventure. For guests who prefer a regular game drive, depart early by safari vehicle and explore the reserve in search of lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. Continue toward the Mara River, an important wildlife area where you may see hippos, crocodiles, and animals gathering along the riverbanks. Enjoy a picnic lunch or lunch at your lodge before continuing the afternoon game drive. Later, guests may choose an optional visit to a Maasai village to learn about local traditions, culture, and daily life. Return to camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

6. Day 6

   Masai mara NR, to Nairobi

   Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Maasai Mara before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Check out and begin the drive to Nairobi, enjoying Kenya’s scenic countryside along the way. Arrive in Nairobi later in the day for your drop-off, marking the end of your memorable 6-day luxury safari.