7-Day Mid-Range Kenya Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Our driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Nairobi or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and proceed to Amboseli. Upon arrival, you will check in to your lodge and enjoy lunch. Later, you will embark on an afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya's most popular parks, renowned for its large herds of elephants. During the drive, you may encounter lions, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, cheetahs, leopards, and wildebeest. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to admire Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at your lodge.

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)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, you will depart for a full day of game driving, carrying your packed lunch. During the drive, you can spot lions, buffalos, zebras, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. The park is home to over 400 bird species, including kingfishers, pelicans, the African fish eagle, and the endangered Malagasy pond heron. Make sure to visit the park's swamps, such as Enkongo Narok Swamp, which attract a variety of animals and birds, making it a perfect spot for a picnic lunch and some relaxation.

You also have the option to visit a Maasai village, where you can gain insight into their homes and social structure and enjoy traditional singing and dances. After lunch, you will return to your accommodation in the late afternoon for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli National Park to Lake Naivasha

Drive to Lake Naivasha and check into your lodge. Lake Naivasha is home to a variety of wildlife, including hippos, zebras, giraffes, and numerous bird species. Enjoy an optional guided boat ride in the afternoon, where you can look out for hippos and various bird species. This is a fantastic way to experience the lake's wildlife and scenic beauty.

You can also explore Crescent Island on foot, which provides a rare opportunity to walk alongside wildlife in a safe environment. If time permits, consider visiting Hell's Gate National Park. The park is known for its dramatic landscapes, featuring steep cliffs and deep gorges. It also offers activities such as rock climbing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

Enjoy dinner and your overnight stay at your accommodation.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

• Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart from Amboseli National Park and head to Lake Nakuru National Park. You will arrive in time for lunch. Afterward, enjoy an afternoon game drive around the lake, which is famous for its pink flamingos. Lake Nakuru is home to Kenya's first rhino sanctuary and boasts one of the largest populations of black rhinoceroses in the world, along with a significant number of white rhinos.

In terms of predators, you may spot lions and leopards, as well as large pythons that can sometimes be seen crossing the roads or hanging from trees in the dense woodlands. Other wildlife includes Thomson's and Grant's gazelles, long-eared leaf-nosed bats, colobus monkeys, rock hyraxes, waterbuck, impalas, striped hyenas, wildcats, reedbucks, and golden cats.

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

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

WildebeestVery Rare

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara National Reserve

In the morning, depart Lake Nakuru National Park and drive to the great Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy lunch, followed by some relaxation.

The Masai Mara is renowned for its annual wildebeest migration, the Big Five, stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Afterward, embark on your first game drive and look for the Big Five—leopard, lion, buffalo, elephant and rhino. In the evening, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara National Reserve

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive, as the early hours are ideal for spotting predators like lions and leopards. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the sunrise over the Mara plains.

In the afternoon, visit a traditional Maasai Village to learn about their customs and participate in activities such as beadwork and traditional dances (optional). Later, embark on another game drive, exploring different areas of the reserve.

As the day winds down, you can enjoy a sundowner—a refreshing drink served in the bush—while enjoying the stunning views (available at an extra cost). For a truly unique experience, consider an optional hot air balloon safari, which offers a different perspective of the Mara and its wildlife.

Spend the next few hours exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi

Depart the Masai Mara National Reserve and travel to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Nairobi or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.