6 Days Kenya Classic Big Five Safari: Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
Overview
Experience game viewing of wide varieties of wildlife – birds, Big Cats, the Big Five and wildebeest migration to the three most scenic parks in Kenya. Masai Mara is one of Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Reserves together with Serengeti and it’s widely considered to be one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Home to the Africa Big Five, Big Cats & wide host of wildlife all-year-round. This is where the great wildebeest migration “the world’s greatest wildlife spectacle” occurs mainly in July and August of each year
Lake Nakuru National park is famous for hosting one of the biggest rhino sanctuaries in the world (home to southern white rhinos, eastern black rhinos, and endangered Rothschild’s giraffes), over 450 bird species, and thousands to millions of flamingos. Amboseli National Park, well-known for its good view of Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as its big elephants herds and other wildlife that co-exist here.
Highlights
- Watch the Big Five in Masai Mara
- Greatest wildebeest migration, Mara river crossing (July – October))
- Black, white rhinos & flamingos in Lake Nakuru
- Large Elephant herds & Majestic Mt Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
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- $1497 per person
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Included/Exclude
- Accommodation in carefully selected mid-range safari camps and lodges
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- Transportation in a customized 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
- Meals as specified (Full Board during safari)
- Daily game drives
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Park entry fees
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Items not mentioned under inclusions
Tour Plan
Depart Nairobi and travel through scenic Kenyan countryside to Amboseli National Park, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Arrive in time for lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Capture incredible photographs as wildlife roams across the vast plains against Africa's highest peak.
Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Best Time to Visit
June to October and January to February
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Spend the day exploring Amboseli National Park, famous for close encounters with free-ranging elephants and spectacular wildlife viewing. Morning and afternoon game drives offer opportunities to spot buffaloes, cheetahs, hyenas, wildebeests, and numerous bird species. Visit seasonal swamps that attract wildlife year-round while enjoying uninterrupted views of Mount Kilimanjaro, creating one of Kenya's most picturesque safari settings.
Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, journey through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in the afternoon and embark on a game drive through this renowned sanctuary. Lake Nakuru is famous for its thriving populations of black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, leopards, and hundreds of bird species. The park's diverse habitats provide exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.
Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit
June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season
July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather
June to February (Little rainfall)
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
Accommodation:
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Enjoy an early morning game drive before departing for the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. Travel across rolling landscapes and traditional Maasai homesteads before arriving at your lodge for lunch. Later, venture into the reserve for an exciting evening game drive. The Maasai Mara is globally recognized for its abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos roaming its endless savannahs.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit
June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season
June to October and December to March
Best Weather
June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
Accommodation:
Mara Olodare Camp
Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Spend a full day discovering the wonders of the Maasai Mara. Explore diverse ecosystems while searching for the Big Five and countless other wildlife species. Depending on the season, witness the spectacular Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the plains. Enjoy picnic lunch in the bush and immerse yourself in one of Africa's most extraordinary safari destinations.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Mara Olodare Camp
Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Begin the day with an early morning game drive, when predators are most active and wildlife sightings are at their best. After breakfast, bid farewell to the Maasai Mara and travel back to Nairobi. Reflect on unforgettable encounters with Kenya's iconic wildlife, stunning landscapes, and authentic safari experiences that make this Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara adventure truly remarkable.
Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.