In this tour we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Kenya - Masai Mara National Reserve (5 nights), Lake Nakuru National Park (1 night) & Amboseli National Park (2 nights). Tour starts and ends at Nairobi. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
Short Itinerary
Day 1 - (Mar 29, 2024) Nairobi to Masai Mara. Afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
Day 2 - (Mar 30, 2024) Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 3 - (Mar 31, 2024) Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 4 - (Apr 01, 2024) Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 5 - (Apr 02, 2024) Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 - (Apr 03, 2024) Transfer to Lake Nakuru for afternoon game drives in Lake Nakuru
Day 7 - (Apr 04, 2024) Transfer to Amboseli for evening game drives in Amboseli
Day 8 - (Apr 05, 2024) Full day game drives in Amboseli
Day 9 - (Apr 06, 2024) Morning game drives in Amboseli and transfer to Nairobi
Note 1: Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees.
Choose Date
Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your private tour,
starting on Mar 29, 2024, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
Click to know more about safari accommodations (ensuite camps/lodges).
Option E1: $1,976 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $2,208 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Enkorok Mara Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Apr 01, 2024
- Stay at Simba + Oryx Nature Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Apr 01, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at Eagle Palace Hotel - Superior/ Empire Twin, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at AA Lodge, Amboseli - Tent, Amboseli (Outside the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
Option E2: $1,991 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $2,223 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Enkorok Mara Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Apr 02, 2024
- Stay at Jambo Mara Safari Lodge - Wooden Cottage, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Apr 02, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at Eagle Palace Hotel - Superior/ Empire Twin, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at AA Lodge, Amboseli - Tent, Amboseli (Outside the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
Option E3: $2,090 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $2,322 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Simba + Oryx Nature Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at Sarova Woodlands - Woodlands Superior Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Amboseli (Outside the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
Option E4: $2,145 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $2,377 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Basecamp Masai Mara, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Mar 30, 2024
- Stay at Zebra Plains Mara Camp - Garden View Tents, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Mar 30, 2024 to Apr 01, 2024
- Stay at Basecamp Masai Mara, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Apr 01, 2024 to Apr 02, 2024
- Stay at Mara Simba Lodge, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Apr 02, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli (Within the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
Option E5: $2,585 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $2,817 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge - Forest View, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Apr 02, 2024
- Stay at Ashnil Mara Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Apr 02, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at Kibo Safari Camp - Club Tent, Amboseli (Outside the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
Option E6: $3,443 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $3,675 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sarova Mara Game Camp - Club Tent, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at Elewana Tortilis Camp, Kitirua - Safari Tent, Amboseli (Outside the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
Option E7: $7,901 per adult for safari with Safari Van, $8,133 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Bateleur Camp - Tented Suite, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Mar 29, 2024 to Apr 03, 2024
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from Apr 03, 2024 to Apr 04, 2024
- Stay at Elephant Gorge Camp, Amboseli (Outside the Park) from Apr 04, 2024 to Apr 06, 2024
A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi to Masai Mara
Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6.5 hours with a scenic stopover at Great Rift Valley. Arrive in Masai Mara shortly after noon and check into your lodge/camp, have hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive.
After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.
Note: The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on the corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems. Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.
Day 2, Day 3, Day 4 & Day 5 - Masai Mara
Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule.
You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. you will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 - Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
After a relaxed breakfast and around 10:00 AM checkout and Depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 6.5 hours drive. Upon reaching Nakuru lodge check in, have dinner and relax for the day.
Note 1: Effective from 1st November 2023, our 2024 prices have been updated to reflect the revised park fees for Masai Mara (USD 100 from Jan to Jun and USD 200 from July to Dec).
Note 2: Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees.
Note 3: Depending on your itinerary, location of lodge in Nakuru and plan for the next day(if going to Amboseli for example), we might skip morning game drives in Masai mara this day and proceed to Nakuru directly to reach by around 2:00 PM and do afternoon game drives in Nakuru.
Day 7 - Lake Nakuru to Amboseli
After early breakfast, depart to Amboseli which is about 7 hours drive. Upon arrival, check-in to lodge, have lunch and start your afternoon safari in Amboseli. You can do game drives till about 6:00 PM before returning to your camp/lodge for a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight stay at your Camp/Lodge.
Note: Depending on your itinerary, starting time in Nakuru, you might also depart with packed lunch from Nakuru.
Day 8 - Amboseli
After breakfast, depart for morning game drives around 7:00 AM and continue till about 10:30 AM. Return back to camp to relax and have lunch and then in the afternoon around 3:00 PM proceed for afternoon game drives for 3 hours and return to camp before 6:30 PM.
Note: Since Amboseli is relatively hot, game drives around noon are not usually recommended but can be arranged if you are interested.
Day 9 - Amboseli to Nairobi
Wake up early in the morning and proceed to Amboseli for game drives around 6:15 AM. Continue with game drives till around 9:00 AM and then head back to camp for breakfast. After breakfast, check out from camp and proceed to Nairobi to reach by around 3:00 PM.
Stay Locations
Day 1 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
Day 2 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
Day 3 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
Day 4 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
Day 5 - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
Day 6 - Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) or Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
Day 7 - Amboseli (Within the Park) or Amboseli (Outside the Park)
Day 8 - Amboseli (Within the Park) or Amboseli (Outside the Park)
Maps
Transfers
This tour starts from Nairobi. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is the nearest international airport and Wilson airport is the nearest domestic airport.
Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pickup or drop off at Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Wilson Airport or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Amboseli to Mombasa/Diani: USD 150 per vehicle
Meals
Day 1 - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 - Breakfast & Lunch
Drive Times
Day 1 - Nairobi to Masai Mara takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (284 km)
Day 6 - Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 7 - Lake Nakuru to Amboseli takes about 7.5 to 8 hours (375 km)
Day 9 - Amboseli to Nairobi takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (216 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Daily game drives while on Safari.
A professional driver/guide.
4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
All Taxes and VAT.
Meals as per itinerary.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
Exclusions
International flights.
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Addons
Add-on tours in Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 440 per person for adult/USD 335 for child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Sundowner: USD 35-60 per person depending on hotel
Add-on tours in Lake Nakuru
Boat Ride (upto 3 hours): USD 110 per adult/USD 60 for child
Add-on tours in Amboseli
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 450 per person for adult/USD 350 for child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
In this tour we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Kenya - Masai Mara National Reserve (5 nights), Lake Nakuru National Park (1 night) & Amboseli National Park (2 nights). Tour starts and ends at Nairobi. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
We use equipment of international standards & our guides are trained in First aid & personal protection equipment
We reward our staff based on your feedback & that results in all of us working towards making your trip memorable
Our guides are trained to pay attention to each clients requirements & situation & customize the program accordingly
Once a tour is booked, its guaranteed to go, even if there is only single client for the entire trip
Book by paying advance by card on our website. Balance can be paid upon arrival, before the tour
Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you