6-Days Amboseli – Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara Safari

Safari Overview

Embark on an exclusive journey through Kenya‘s most sought-after wilderness sanctuaries—a blend of dramatic landscapes, legendary wildlife, and unforgettable experiences that money cannot buy. 

This is a reimagined safari. Stand in awe as herds of elephants traverse ancient pathways beneath the eternal snows of Kilimanjaro. Witness nature’s spectacular ballet as millions of flamingos transform Lake Nakuru into a shimmering sea of rose and crimson. Finally, surrender to the primal majesty of the Masai Mara, where lions reign, and the greatest wildlife migration on Earth unfolds across golden plains that stretch beyond imagination.

Day 1: Amboseli Awakening - Where Earth Touches Sky

Your adventure begins with a scenic passage from Nairobi into the realm of giants. As Amboseli National Park reveals itself, Mount Kilimanjaro rises impossibly high, Africa’s crowned summit watching over a kingdom of elephants. Your afternoon game drive is a masterclass in wilderness grandeur: massive tuskers move like ancient spirits through acacia woodlands, while lions lounge beneath thorn trees and cheetahs scan the horizon with golden eyes. As dusk descends, watch Kilimanjaro blush pink and gold, a sight that has captivated explorers for centuries.

Day 2: Explore the Land of Giants: Amboseli Immersion

Dawn breaks over Africa with a palette only nature can paint. Today, Amboseli is yours to discover in all its splendor. Venture deep into swamplands where hippos luxuriate and elephants bathe in mineral-rich waters, their massive forms reflected in perfect stillness. Traverse dusty plains where wildebeest thunder past and zebras graze in hypnotic patterns. Your guide, a maestro of the wilderness, reveals hidden wonders: a leopard’s spotted coat camouflaged in dappled shade, buffalo herds moving like dark rivers, hyenas calling across the savannah. At your leisure, visit a traditional Maasai village where warriors share ancient wisdom and traditions unchanged by time.

Day 3: Lake Nakuru - A Haven for Black Rhino and tree-climbing lions

Explore the stunning Great Rift Valley, where the earth has split open, creating a beautiful geological wonder. Visit Lake Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its spectacular nature. Millions of flamingos paint the lake pink against its blue waters, and their large flocks can even be seen from space. But Nakuru has more to offer: you can track both black and white rhinos in the fever tree forests, spot leopards resting in ancient acacia trees, and hike to Baboon Cliff for breathtaking views of the valley. This place showcases nature at its best.

Day 4: Masai Mara - Explore Kenya's Wildlife Crown Jewel

Today, you cross into legend. The Masai Mara name whispered with reverence in safari circles worldwide, and it welcomes you with vistas so vast they humble the soul. This is Africa distilled to its purest essence: endless golden grasslands rolling like ocean swells, solitary acacias silhouetted against boundless skies, and wildlife in such extraordinary abundance that every glance reveals new drama. Your first evening game drive immerses you in the Mara’s timeless rhythm—predators beginning their nightly prowl, herbivores gathering for protection, and the African sun descending in a blaze of copper and flame. Tonight, you’ll understand why explorers never truly leave the Mara; it leaves its mark on the soul.

Day 5: Masai Mara - The Pinnacle of Safari

Get ready for an exciting safari! You will explore 1,500 square kilometers of wild landscape where nature unfolds. You can see a lioness moving through the tall grass, a leopard’s kill in a sausage tree, and cheetahs running at incredible speeds.

Watch the large herds of wildebeest and zebra traveling together across the plains, a migration that is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Your guide will share secrets about the Mara, including tracking tips and animal behaviors.

For a special experience, take a hot air balloon ride over the landscape. Enjoy the stunning view of the Mara below and celebrate with a champagne breakfast in the bush. This safari offers an amazing chance to connect with nature!

Day 6: Reluctant Farewell

Your final dawn in the wilderness deserves celebration. One last game drive captures moments you’ll carry forever—perhaps a pride of lions silhouetted against the rising sun, or elephants crossing the plains in single file, trunks entwined. Return to Nairobi enriched, transformed, already planning your return to the wild heart of Africa.

SAFARI INCLUDES

  • All conservancy fees and exclusive park access
  • Expert safari guide: naturalist, tracker, and storyteller combined
  • Premium 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with expansive pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat
  • Extended game drives capturing prime wildlife hours
  • 5 nights in hand-selected luxury lodges and tented camps
  • All gourmet meals showcase local and international cuisine
  • Bush breakfasts and sundowner experiences
  • Traditional Maasai village cultural encounter

SAFARI EXCLUDES

International flights

Tips

Drinks and beverages

Things of a personal nature

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Wilson Airport Nairobi, Kenyan Capital city.

We have local daily flights available on several airlines, you will get to Masai mara in just 50 minutes.

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

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