6 Day Amboseli, Naivasha and Masai Mara Safari in Kenya
Safari in Kenya
Visit the iconic Amboseli National Park in search of elephant herds, then over to the Rift Valley where the scenic Lake Naivasha and Hells Gate await exploration and activities outside the confines of a safari vehicle. Before you head to the final game drives in Kenya’s premier game reserve – the Masai Mara.
Key information
- Private safari
- Minimum of 2 and maximum of 6 participants
- Children from the age of 7 years are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian
- Starting point in Amboseli and ending point in Nairobi
- English-speaking driver and guide
- Park fees are not included, prices are USD 260 per person total (low season)/ USD 365 per person (high season)
Highlights
- Game drives in Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Hells Gate, and Masai Mara
- See elephants, hippos, crocodiles, the Big Five, and more
- 5 nights accommodation
- Full board
- Transport and exclusive use of safari vehicle
- Services of an experienced English-speaking driver / guide
Styles
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (US$ 50 per person)
Accommodation
You will be staying in various accommodations:
- Amboseli Discovery Camp
- Camp Carnelley's
- Fisi Mara Camp
Amboseli Discovery Camp
Amboseli Discovery Camp sits between Amboseli National Park and the legendary Mt. Kilimanjaro. The camp, made of Hemingway style Safari tents, allows you to stay far away from the tourists’ crowds. They have everything you desire for peace and tranquility.
Camp Carnelley's
Camp Carnelley's is a beautiful family-run camp located on the shores of Lake Naivasha. The camp is set amidst lush greenery and has a signature rustic charm. The natural surroundings are breathtaking, and the view of the lake is a sight to behold. If you're looking for a place to connect with nature, relax, and indulge in great food, this is the perfect getaway.
Fisi Camp
With only ten tents, Fisi Camp offers an intimate and relaxed atmosphere. The camp is located at one of the best safari game reserves in the world, and all tents boast views out over the great Mara plains from your private veranda.
The small, exclusive, tented camp is set in the natural environment of the African bush, located close to the Oloolaimutia gate. It is a family run camp based on eco-friendly principles, using solar energy for electricity, minimizing waste and conserving natural resources.
The camp is not fenced as they believe that animals have a right to the land which was exclusively theirs before you arrived. The camp provides an authentic bush experience, while their staff are committed to ensuring your safety and comfort during your stay with them. They at Fisi Camp strongly believe in interaction with the local communities, in line with this, all their staff are local and bring a wealth of knowledge about the area with them.
Program
Highlights
- See elephants up close in Amboseli national park
- See the best views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days from Amboseli
- Enjoy a boat ride on the scenic Lake Naivasha in search of hippos, crocodiles and pelicans
- Cycle among the wildlife in Hells Gate National Park
- Go in search of the Big Five in Masai Mara game reserve
- Meet the Masai tribe in Masai mara
- Maximize on game viewing in Amboseli and Maasai Mara to increase your chances of seeing the Big Five; elephants, rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard and other game
Itinerary
Day 1 - Amboseli
Early morning pick up from your hotel in the morning and drive south through Maasai country to the plains below Mt. Kilimanjaro where Amboseli is situated. After a stopover lunch at the lodge / tented camp, enjoy an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge in the evening for a sun downer and dinner.
With the majestic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro (on clear days), spectacular displays of wildlife - lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, cheetah, buffalo and various plains' game, you are sure to collect a gallery of amazing pictures.
- Meal plan: Lunch and dinner
Day 2 - Amboseli
After a dawn game drive, you return to your accommodation for breakfast. The rest of the morning is spent at leisure or by the swimming pool. Lunch and final game drive in the late afternoon beneath the snowcapped peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
At 329 square kilometers, Amboseli is a small park and lacks the profusion of animal species found in the Mara, but the landscape provides limited cover so you have better chances of seeing some of the larger predators. There is also a small seasonal lake that comes to life after rains with the vibrant shade of pink from flamingoes! You also have the option of visiting a Maasai village to get an understanding of the Maasai way of life and customs.
Dinner and overnight back at the lodge.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 - Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
After an early breakfast, you drive towards the Great Rift Valley making a brief stop at the escarpment to enjoy views of Mount Suswa and Longonot in the far distance.
You arrive at Lake Naivasha in the late afternoon. Enjoy an optional 1-hour boat ride on the lake in search of hippos, pelicans and other bird species. Thereafter, enjoy a cool drink at the bar by the lake side before checking into your accommodation for overnight.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4 - Naivasha to Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, you visit nearby Hells Gate National Park for you to enjoy an optional activity; cycling in the park. You may hire the bikes from the park gate and enjoy cycling among the zebras and giraffes. For the more adventurous, there is the option of enjoying rock climbing the “Fischers tower” accessible for even the most basic of rock climbers.
Thereafter, depart towards Narok town and Maasai Mara, arriving at the reserve in the late afternoon.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5 - Maasai Mara
Full day game drive with packed lunches exploring the Maasai Mara. Game drives in the Mara are rewarding all year round and you are likely to come across a pride of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras and various other plains herbivores.
In the interlude between game drives, there is the option to visit a Maasai village to understand their way of life and customs. Dinner and overnight back at the tented camp.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6 - Nairobi
Early breakfast before departing back towards Nairobi. Before departure, there is the option to enjoy a nature walk in the company of a Maasai safari guide. This is the best way of getting closer to nature and its wildlife.
Your safari guide, armed with traditional Maasai spear and club, will walk you through the local area where all your senses will be put into action at every step. Smell the plants used in traditional medicines, taste some of the edible wild fruits, listen to the birds and the grunting of the Impala.
Alternatively, make a visit to an authentic Maasai village to learn about the Maasai culture and way of life before you travel back up the escarpment back towards Nairobi arriving in the late afternoon. Drop off back at your accommodation. End of services.
- Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch
Location
The tour begins with a drive down South to Amboseli National Park for a chance to see elephants up close against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro before you descend the Rift Valley to the scenic Lake Naivasha to enjoy a boat ride in search of hippos, crocodiles and pelicans. The rest of the tour will be spent in the Masai Mara in search of the Big Five.
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park stands as a renowned wildlife conservation area. It is a home to iconic wildlife, hosting four members of the Big Five, from lions to the graceful zebras and countless number of bird species in its swamps and wetlands.
Hells Gate National Park
Hells Gate National Park near Lake Naivasha provides the ideal fun in the wild experience across all markets and ages. Here, you can cycle among zebra, eland, giraffe, hartebeest and Thomson’s gazelle.
Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara is one of Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Reserves. Together with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, it forms Africa’s most diverse, incredible and most spectacular eco-systems and possibly the world’s top safari big game viewing eco-system.
Food
The package includes full board as per the meal plan.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
Things to do (optional)
- Visit a Masai village - 20 USD per person
- Evening Lake Naivasha boat ride - 30 USD per person
- Hire of bicycles for Hells Gate - 20 USD per person
What's included
- Transport and exclusive use of safari vehicle (4x4 land cruiser)
- Services of an experienced English-speaking driver and tour guide
- Full board
- 5 nights accommodation in twin / double rooms (subject to availability)
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Drinking water on duration of tour
- Flying Doctors Service for emergency evacuation cover to supplement your medical cover
What's not included
- Park entrance fees - 260 USD per person total (low season) / USD 365 per person total (high season)
- Single room supplement
- Gratuities to crew
- All personal travel insurance
- All hotel accommodation before and after the safari in Nairobi
- Additional drinking water and other drinks
- All international and domestic air flights and train bookings (but can be arranged on request)
- All airport taxes and visas (visas for Kenya to be obtained in advance)
- All personal expenses; e.g. laundry, telephones, etc.
- Any other extras not stated as included above
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
163 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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