6-Day Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli Epic Safari
- 6 days
- Kenya
- From $1635
This 6-Day Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli Epic Safari takes you deep into Kenya’s most iconic wilderness—combining the predator-rich plains of the Masai Mara, the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha, and the elephant-studded landscape of Amboseli. Experience full-day game drives to witness the Great Migration, savor a picnic lunch under an acacia tree, meet the Maasai people, and spot hippos. For those seeking even more magic, an optional hot air balloon flight over the Mara offers a sunrise you’ll never forget.
Tour Highlights
- Witness the Great Migration thundering across the Mara plains in a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
- Soar silently above the Masai Mara at sunrise in an optional hot air balloon safari.
- Stand face to face with elephants beneath the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli.
- Drift across Lake Naivasha by boat, passing curious hippos and vibrant birdlife.
- Enjoy a peaceful picnic under the shade of a lone acacia tree surrounded by the wild.
- Explore Amboseli’s dry lakebeds and observe elephant family dynamics up close.
- Visit a traditional Maasai village and connect with the rich culture of Kenya’s proud warriors.
- Catch golden hour game drives that reveal lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and more in their element.
- Savor Kenyan hospitality and comfort in hand-picked midrange lodges and tented camps.
- Unwind each evening to the sounds of nature under starlit African skies.
Tour Map
Tour Features
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Day 1
Nairobi To Maasai Mara NR
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, where you’ll stop for panoramic views and photos. Arrive at your lodge or camp in the Masai Mara in time for lunch. In the afternoon, venture out on your first game drive—watch lions lounging in the golden grass, herds of wildebeest sweeping across the plains, and elephants meandering near riverbanks. Return to your midrange lodge for dinner and overnight under the stars.
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
A Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara National Reserve
Main Destination
Best Time To Visit
June to October and January to February
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Activities
- Photo at the Great Rift Valley view point
- Afternoon Game drive in Masai Mara
- Overnight at your select Accommodation
Day 2
Full Day Maasai Mara NR
Rise before dawn for an optional hot air balloon safari ($480), soaring above the Mara as wildlife stirs below and the sky turns amber. After landing, enjoy a bush breakfast before rejoining your guide for a full-day game drive. Around midday, pause for a picnic lunch in the wild beneath a flat-topped acacia tree—an unforgettable moment in the heart of the savannah. Continue your search for the Big Five, cheetahs on the hunt, and the dramatic crossings during migration season (July–October).
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
A Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara National Reserve
Main Destination
Best Time To Visit
June to October and January to February
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Activities
- Optional Early Morning Balloon Safari
- Full Day Game drive in Masai Mara
- Overnight at your select Accommodation
Day 3
Maasai Mara NR to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, visit a traditional Maasai village. Learn about their age-old customs, beadwork, and the meaning behind their warrior dances. Then depart the Mara and drive north toward Lake Naivasha. Arrive in the afternoon and check into your lakeside lodge. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride among hippos and fish eagles or take an Optional guided nature walk at Crescent Island, where zebras and giraffes roam freely.
Accommodation
Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
A Mid-range lodge located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Main Destination
Activities
- Visit a Masai Village to learn about their Culture
- Enjoy a boat ride at the lake
- Optional walking safari at cresent island
Day 4
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli NP
Following a leisurely breakfast leave the peaceful shores of Lake Naivasha behind as you travel south toward the iconic Amboseli National Park, known for its large elephant herds and dramatic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The drive offers changing landscapes — from lush farmlands to open savannahs — and a glimpse of rural Kenyan life along the way. Arrive in time to catch your first game drive or a golden sunset over the plains. Dinner Overnight stay at your midrange lodge beneath Africa’s tallest peak.
Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Main Destination
Best Time To Visit
June to October and January to February
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Activities
- Mornig transfer to Amboseli National Park
- Afternoon Game drive in Amboseli
- Overnight at your select Accommodation
Day 5
Full Day Amboseli NP
Spend the day discovering Amboseli’s contrasting landscapes—dry open plains, swampy wetlands, and woodlands. With Mt. Kilimanjaro as your backdrop, you’ll track some of Africa’s largest elephants, watch buffalos graze in the marshes, and spot crowned cranes and flamingos by the lake edges. Visit Observation Hill for sweeping views of the entire park, then return to your lodge for Dinner and a final evening by the fire before your nights rest.
Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Main Destination
Best Time To Visit
June to October and January to February
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Activities
- Full Day Game drive in Amboseli
- Overnight at your select Accommodation
Day 6
Amboseli NP to Nairobi
Enjoy a short morning game drive to catch the early wildlife activity as light spills over the horizon. After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi with stops along the way. Arrive in the late afternoon, carrying home unforgettable memories from Kenya’s most diverse and breathtaking landscapes. Drop off will be at the Airport or Hotel in Nairobi.
If you will be having alate a late flight back home or if you will be staying at a Hotel in Nairobi we can arrange a late Lunch or Dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi.
Accommodation
No accommodation (End of tour)
Main Destination
Nairobi
Activities
- Early Morning Game drive in Amboseli
- Transfer to Nairobi (City)
- Optional Lunch or Dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant
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Important to know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
Rates Per Person
Low Season (April, May, and 1st November – 20th December)
- Solo$2881
- 2 People$1635
- 3 People$1505
- 4 people$1284
- 5 people$1230
- 6 People$1090
Mid Season (January, February, March, and June )
- Solo$2881
- 2 People$1635
- 3 People$1505
- 4 people$1284
- 5 people$1230
- 6 People$1090
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- Solo$3875
- 2 People$2129
- 3 People$2120
- 4 people$1685
- 5 people$1769
- 6 People$1537
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Included
- Full board accommodation in a comfortable midrange lodge or tented camp
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi (hotels or airport)
- Transport in a private 4x4 pop-up roof safari jeep with an experienced driver-guide
- Unlimited game drives in All game parks and reserves
- Boat ride on Lake Naivasha, gliding past hippos and birdlife with stunning lake views
- All park entry fees to all game parks and national reserves
- Cultural visit to a Masai village (included if selected in advance)
- AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover for peace of mind in remote areas
- Assistance in choosing a suitable travel insurance plan for your safari
- Electricity and hot showers accommodations, with backup solar or generator power
- Daily housekeeping and mosquito protection in all lodgings
- 24/7 on-ground support during your safari
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Hell’s Gate biking or walking safari
- Sundowners, private dinners, or spa treatments
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Tour Cost
Low Season (April, May, and 1st November – 20th December)
- 2 People$1635
- 4 people$1284
- 6 People$1090
Mid Season (January, February, March, and June )
- 2 People$1635
- 4 people$1284
- 6 People$1090
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- 2 People$2129
- 4 people$1685
- 6 People$1537