Kenya Safari – 8 Days Maasai Mara, Amboseli & Tsavo
Overview
This 8-day safari takes you through some of Kenya’s most iconic destinations—Lake Nakuru, the legendary Maasai Mara, Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, and the vast Tsavo National Park. From rhino sanctuaries and big cat country to red elephants and breathtaking landscapes, this journey offers the perfect blend of wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and scenic beauty.
Highlights
Experience the dramatic Rift Valley views, birdlife and rhinos at Lake Nakuru, the endless plains and Big Five of the Maasai Mara, the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, and the rugged wilderness of Tsavo National Park. Along the way, enjoy bush walks, sundowners, and optional cultural experiences with local communities.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru
Pick up from the airport, breakfast en route, and a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with a viewpoint stop. Lunch at Lake Elementaita followed by an afternoon visit to Lake Nakuru National Park, a sanctuary for flamingos, rhinos, and leopards. Dinner and overnight at lodge/camp.
Day 2: Nakuru – Maasai Mara
Drive across the countryside to the Maasai Mara. Afternoon game drive on arrival, then dinner and overnight at camp/lodge.
Day 3: Full Day in Maasai Mara
Explore the Mara on morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and, seasonally, the wildebeest migration. Optional Maasai cultural visit. Overnight stay in the Mara.
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Early game drive, breakfast, and return to Nairobi. Overnight at a Nairobi hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 5: Nairobi – Amboseli
Depart for Amboseli, famous for its elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro views. Afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at lodge/camp.
Day 6: Amboseli – Tsavo
Morning drive to Tsavo National Park. Lunch on arrival and afternoon safari. Dinner and overnight in Tsavo.
Day 7: Full Day in Tsavo
Spend the day exploring Kenya’s largest park, home to red elephants, lions, and rugged wilderness landscapes. Enjoy a bush walk or sundowner experience. Overnight at lodge/camp.
Day 8: Tsavo – Nairobi
Final morning game drive and breakfast, then return to Nairobi for drop-off at hotel or airport.
Included
- 6 nights full board in luxury lodges/tented camps
- 1 night bed & breakfast in Nairobi
- 1 extra lunch during the safari
- All park and conservation fees
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Bush walks and sundowners in Maasai Mara & Tsavo
- Transport in 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
- Airport transfers
- Mineral water
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
Excluded
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips & gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Laundry & personal items
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
