8 Days - Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli
This itinerary includes Maasai Mara National Reserve (3N), Kenya’s premier safari destination, renowned for the Big Five, big cat sightings and the Great Migration (July-October); followed by a transfer to Lake Nakuru (1N), famous for its pink-hued flamingos and as a sanctuary for black and white rhinos; then a transfer to Lake Naivasha (1N), a serene freshwater lake known for boat safaris, birdlife, and sightings of hippos along its shores; then a transfer to Amboseli National Park (2N), iconic for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, before transferring back to Nairobi.
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (April 30, 2026) - Nairobi to Masai Mara. Afternoon game drives in Masai Mara.
Day 2 (May 01, 2026) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara.
Day 3 (May 02, 2026) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara.
Day 4 (May 03, 2026) - Transfer from Masai Mara (No game drives) to Lake Nakuru.
Day 5 (May 04, 2026) - Half day game drives in Lake Nakuru and transfer to Lake Naivasha.
Day 6 (May 05, 2026) - Boat ride to and Walking tour in Crescent Island and transfer to Amboseli.
Day 7 (May 06, 2026) - Full day game drives in Amboseli.
Day 8 (May 07, 2026) - Morning game drives in Amboseli and transfer to Nairobi.
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 - 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 4 - Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
After breakfast checkout and depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 5 hours drive from Mara gate. Upon reaching Nakuru lodge check in, have dinner and relax for the day.
Note 1: Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying park fees(USD 100 from Jan to Jun and USD 200 from Jul to Dec)).
Day 5 - Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
After early breakfast, proceed to Nakuru for morning game drives and continue till around noon. Post lunch, proceed to Lake Naivasha and proceed with boat ride in Lake Naivasha and hike in crescent island before heading to your Naivasha accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli
After breakfast, depart to Amboseli which is about 5.5 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.
Day 7 - 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 8 - 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.
Maps
Weather Information
I april är vädret i Amboseli, Kenya, vanligtvis varmt och fuktigt. Genomsnittliga temperaturer ligger ofta mellan 18°C och 28°C. Det är en del av regnperioden, så det kan förekomma nederbörd, med genomsnittliga månatliga nederbördsmängder som ligger omkring 150-200 mm. Detta kan leda till gröna landskap och ökad djur- och växtlivsaktivitet i området. Det är också viktigt att notera att kvällen kan vara kyligare, så det kan vara bra att ha en lätt jacka vid behov.
I april är det typiskt regnigt i Masai Mara, Kenya. Historiskt sett ligger medeltemperaturen runt 20-25 grader Celsius. Under denna månad kan man förvänta sig att det faller en hel del nederbörd, med genomsnittliga regndagar som sträcker sig mellan 10 och 15. Det är också vanligt med molnigt väder och högre luftfuktighet. Trots regnet är april en tid då landskapet blir grönt och frodigt, vilket gör det till en vacker tid för naturupplevelser.
I april är vädret vid Lake Nakuru i Kenya vanligtvis varmt och fuktigt. Genomsnittliga temperaturer ligger mellan 15°C och 25°C. Det är en del regn under denna månad, då april är en del av den huvudsakliga regnperioden. Det kan förekomma kraftiga åskstormar, särskilt mot slutet av månaden. Luftfuktigheten tenderar att vara hög, vilket kan göra att temperaturen känns varmare.
I april är vädret vid Lake Naivasha i Kenya vanligtvis milt och regnigt. Temperaturerna varierar oftast mellan 17 och 25 grader Celsius. Det är också en av de våtaste månaderna, med betydande nederbörd som kan förekomma. Det kan vara både soliga och molniga dagar, men den ökade fuktigheten och temperaturen gör det till en behaglig tid för att besöka området.
Pre & Post Tour Hotels
Nairobi is the base for safari tours in Kenya. If you need accommodation in Nairobi before/after your safari tour, you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).
Single room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 78 per person
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 109 per person
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 152 per person
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 178 per person
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 244 per person
Double sharing room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 50 per person
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 65 per person
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 88 per person
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 100 per person
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 139 per person
Triple sharing room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 39 per person
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 51 per person
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 72 per person
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 82 per person
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Deluxe Room - USD 119 per person
All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request.
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 (April 30, 2026) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (May 01, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (May 02, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (May 03, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (May 04, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 (May 05, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 (May 06, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 (May 07, 2026) - Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer Times
Day 1 (April 30, 2026) - Nairobi to Masai Mara takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (284 km)
Day 2 (May 01, 2026) - No transfers
Day 3 (May 02, 2026) - No transfers
Day 4 (May 03, 2026) - Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 5 (May 04, 2026) - Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (67 km)
Day 6 (May 05, 2026) - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (313 km)
Day 7 (May 06, 2026) - No transfers
Day 8 (May 07, 2026) - 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
Meals as per itinerary.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
All Taxes and VAT.
4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Daily game drives while on Safari.
Exclusions
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
International flights.
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Payment Policy
Deposit Payment
- Deposit is 50% of the total booking amount.
- Deposit can be paid either via a bank transfer or an online card payment.
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- We offer bank accounts in 10 different currencies for bank transfers.
- Once you make the deposit payment you will receive a booking confirmation.
Balance Payment
- Balance can be paid via bank transfer, online card payment or with cash
- Bank payment can be done 15 days prior to the tour date (recommended 30 days prior)
- Card payment can be done 1 day prior to the tour date (recommended 7 days prior)
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- Cash can be paid on arrival (US Dollars printed in or after the year 2009)
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- 120 days before departure date: 5% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 119 to 90 days before departure date: 10% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 89 to 60 days before departure date: 20% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 59 to 31 days before departure date: 30% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 30 to 0 days before departure date: 50% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
Note 1: In all refund cases, card processing fees (5%) or wire transfer ($25) fees will be deducted.
Partial Cancellation Policy
- If the group size reduces, the above cancellation policy applies to the canceling clients.
- In addition, the price per person for remaining clients might change as applicable based on the new group size.
Note 2: Our cancellation policy may differ for some packages based on the accommodations included, particularly for E3, E4, and E5 packages, to match the respective accommodation providers’ policies.
Addons
Add-on tours in Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): Starting from USD 460 per person for adult/USD 330 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Sundowner: USD 35-100 per person depending on hotel
Add-on tours in Lake Nakuru
Boat Ride (upto 3 hours): USD 150 per adult/USD 80 per child
Add-on tours in Hell's Gate National Park, Naivasha
Hell's Gate National Park fees: USD 50 per adult/USD 25 per child
Biking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 30 per adults/USD 30 per child
Walking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 25 upto 4 pax
Add-on tours in Sanctuary Farm, Naivasha
Horse Riding (for 1 hour): USD 50 per adult/USD 45 per child
Horse Riding (for 2 hours): USD 80 per adults/USD 75 per child
Add-on tours in Mt. Longonot National Park, Naivasha
Mt. Longonot Hike (upto 5 hours): USD 65 per adult/USD 40 per child
Add-on tours in Amboseli
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 450 per person for adult/USD 350 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Please note that children's rates are applicable to specific age groups. For details on child policies for each activity, please contact us directly.
8 Days - Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli
This itinerary includes Maasai Mara National Reserve (3N), Kenya’s premier safari destination, renowned for the Big Five, big cat sightings and the Great Migration (July-October); followed by a transfer to Lake Nakuru (1N), famous for its pink-hued flamingos and as a sanctuary for black and white rhinos; then a transfer to Lake Naivasha (1N), a serene freshwater lake known for boat safaris, birdlife, and sightings of hippos along its shores; then a transfer to Amboseli National Park (2N), iconic for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, before transferring back to Nairobi.
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























