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6-Day Kenya Safari Tours
Kenya is one of Africa’s top safari destinations. To go on a 6-day Kenyan safari, you’ll have to make some choices. The good news is, wherever you end up going, you’re bound to see lots of animals in a magnificent setting. The open savannah of the Masai Mara National Reserve is particularly rewarding for close-up sightings of most sought-after animals. Elephant lovers should go to Amboseli National Park where you can see these tusked giants walking in front of Mt Kilimanjaro. Parks and natural attractions in the Rift Valley, such as Lake Nakuru National Park and Lake Baringo, are scenic and great for birding too. Or you could head up north to Samburu National Reserve and, perhaps, Meru National Park for a more off-the-beaten-track experience.
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6-Day Kenya Luxury Safari | Amboseli | Nakuru | Mara NR
$2,655 to $3,729 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Crimson Brooke Safaris
5.0/5 – 53 Reviews
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6-Day Best Sopa Lodges Safari
$1,485 to $2,299 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Meektrails Safaris
4.9/5 – 178 Reviews
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6-Day Maasai Mara-Nakuru-Amboseli Kenya Budget Safari
$750 to $945 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.7/5 – 98 Reviews
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6-Day Mt Kilimanjaro Amboseli Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara
$1,616 to $2,298 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Jomo Kenyatta Airport (End)
Camptrek Safaris
4.9/5 – 83 Reviews
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6-Day Super Mid Range Masai Mara/Nakuru NP/Amboseli NP
$1,676 to $2,261 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Right Choice Tours & Safaris
4.8/5 – 250 Reviews
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6-Day Tsavo West-Tsavo East-Amboseli-Lake Nakuru Leisure
$1,309 to $1,408 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Tsavo West NP, Tsavo East NP, Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi Airport (End)
Simian Safaris
5.0/5 – 4 Reviews
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6-Day Luxurious Adventure in Kenya
$2,857 to $3,186 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Jastro Safaris
4.3/5 – 62 Reviews
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6-Day 5 Nights Sopa Lodges Experience - 4x4 Jeep
$1,843 to $2,420 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Abai Afrikan Adventures
5.0/5 – 37 Reviews
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6-Day Mara - Nakuru - Amboseli
$960 to $1,155 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Safari Line Defender
4.4/5 – 90 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
6-Day High End Highlights of Kenya and Tanzania Tour
$4,610 to $6,090 pp (USD)
Kenya & Tanzania: Private tourLuxury+Lodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Spirit of Kenya
4.9/5 – 540 Reviews
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Best Seller
6-Day Kenya and Tanzania Fly-in Migration Safari
$6,064 to $6,629 pp (USD)
Kenya & Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented Bush CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Northern Serengeti NP, Arusha (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.9/5 – 170 Reviews
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Best Seller
6-Day Kenya Adventure Safari
$979 to $1,199 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Super Eagles Travel and Tours
4.8/5 – 272 Reviews
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6-Day Touch of Kenya Wilderness Mid/Luxury Safari
$1,920 to $2,729 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Splendid Vacations
4.9/5 – 31 Reviews
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6-Day Maasai Mara National Reserve Mombasa
$1,100 to $1,320 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Resort
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Mara Triangle (Masai Mara NR), Mombasa (City), Mombasa Beaches, Nairobi (End)
Eta Adventure Safaris
4.8/5 – 11 Reviews
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6-Day Wildebeests Kenyan Migration Tour
$2,492 to $2,602 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Mama Savana Safaris
4.8/5 – 166 Reviews
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6-Day Tsavo West- Amboseli - Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara
$2,090 to $2,200 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Tsavo West NP, Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Kentau Safaris
4.9/5 – 36 Reviews
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6-Day Amboseli/Lake Nakuru/ Masai Mara/ 4x4 Adventure
$2,356 to $3,359 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Jomo Kenyatta Airport (End)
Into Adventure Safaris
5.0/5 – 68 Reviews
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6-Day Encounter with Nature, Culture, Cycling and Hiking
$2,309 to $3,509 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Tented Camp & ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Solio Ranch (Laikipia Plateau), Crescent Island (Lake Naivasha), Mt Longonot, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Extra Miles Unique Adventures
5.0/5 – 93 Reviews
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6-Day Mighty Rhino Safari
$1,617 to $1,826 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Mombasa (Start), Tsavo East NP, Taita Hills WS, Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
KingTomondo Safaris Kenya
5.0/5 – 74 Reviews
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6-Day Amboseli NP, Naivasha & Masai Mara Mid-Range Tour
$1,744 to $2,816 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Tented Camp & ResortYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Wild Race Africa
4.6/5 – 70 Reviews
6 Questions About 6-Day Kenya Safaris
Answered by
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert and photographer. She and her husband form a team who write and update many travel guides. She first visited Kenya 28 years ago. Since then she has been back many times to explore the country’s parks and reserves.› More about Ariadne
6 Questions About 6-Day Kenya Safaris
Is 6 days enough time for a safari in Kenya?
“You can see plenty on safari in Kenya in 6 days. You’ll be able to visit several parks and reserves, and see a large variety of animals in different habitats. If you book a road trip, you should stick to one geographical area and resist the temptation to squeeze too much in. Otherwise you’ll spend most of your time driving between places. Although this is a good way to see the countryside, it can be tiring, and it eats away at time you could be spending on game drives or at the lodges. A few extra days could help to get the right balance of moving around and having quality time at each destination. On a fly-in safari you can mix and match to combine highlights spread around the country. In that case, planning is less crucial and you’ll be more flexible on where to go on a 6-day tour.”
1How much will this safari cost?
“The price of a 6-day safari in Kenya depends on several factors. Expect a starting price of US$700 per person for a 6-day budget camping tour, going up to US$1,300 per person for a mid-range lodge tour. The sky is the limit for luxury tours, but they start at around US$1,800 per person. Group tours are usually cheaper than private tours. Joining a group can be fun too, especially if you are traveling alone. Many group safaris are camping tours, and those are by far the most budget-friendly option. There is, however, no shortage of lodges in and around the parks. The comfort level and exclusivity of the accommodations are the main determining factors in the overall price of your safari. Top-end luxury lodges are often accessed by charter plane on fly-in safaris. Road safaris are usually more modestly priced. You can always get some quotations for a safari in the low season. Not only is this an easy way to reduce the price, but the parks will be less busy at this time. Be warned though that the low season coincides with the rains. It rarely rains all day though, and you’ll be rewarded with lush landscapes and crisp air. You get the best value if you shop around, so I recommend obtaining a few quotes before booking your safari.”
2What are the options to extend my trip?
“It is easy to extend your safari in Kenya, and you will have many options available to you. Nairobi is one of Africa’s main transport hubs, so you can look at an add-on within Kenya or elsewhere in the region. Many people want to end their holiday with a few days relaxing on the beach. There are many resorts to choose from on Kenya’s beautiful coastline. Whether you’re on honeymoon or traveling with kids, there is something for everybody. Mountain addicts might want to climb a peak before heading back home. Although Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, straddles Kenya and Tanzania, you’ll have to hop across the border to Tanzania for the 5- to 8-day trek to the summit. Those with an adventurous spirit should consider Africa’s second-highest mountain, Mt Kenya, which is arguably more picturesque and definitely more remote.”
3Where should I go on a 6-day safari in Kenya?
“You will have plenty of choice in deciding where to go on a 6-day Kenyan safari. The world-renowned Masai Mara NR is Kenya’s most popular destination. The wildlife viewing is fantastic, and big cats are particularly prolific. If you time your stay right, you’ll find yourself in the middle of the wildebeest migration. This is where millions of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle cross the plains (and rivers) in search of green pastures. Lake Nakuru NP is another favorite. This scenic Rift Valley lake can be a magnet for birdlife, including flocks of flamingo when environmental conditions are right. It’s also one of the best places in Kenya to see rhino. Amboseli NP is another Kenyan gem. Make sure you’re out early for a good chance to see Mt Kilimanjaro rising up from the dusty plains. To see some of Kenya’s dry-country specials, such as reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx and the odd-looking gerenuk, you should visit Samburu NR or perhaps the very scenic, secluded Meru NP. Ol Pejeta Conservancy on Laikipia Plateau is also a great destination as part of a 6-day safari. This Big Five reserve (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino), not far from the base of Mt Kenya, is great for black and white rhino sightings. The chimpanzee sanctuary is also worth a visit.”
4What is the best time of the year for a Kenya safari?
“The best time of the year for a safari in Kenya is from June to October. This is the Dry season when wildlife viewing is at its best. Animals never stray far from water sources during this time, and the thinned-out vegetation makes spotting them even easier. Many people hope to see the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara NR. Unfortunately, the timing of this event is not always easy to predict as it depends on the rains. However, the wildebeest usually move into the Masai Mara from Tanzania around August, when they cross the Mara River, and they return in late October. Although the Dry season is considered the best for wildlife viewing, traveling in some of the Wet season months (November to February) can have its benefits too. It’s a beautiful time of the year, when everything is green and lush, and the air is free of dust. The parks and reserves are less busy at this time, and you might be able to take advantage of low-season specials.”
› More about the best time to visit Kenya 5Will I have enough time to see most varieties of animals in Kenya?
“Yes, a 6-day safari will allow you enough time to see a wide variety of animals in Kenya. Many parks and reserves in Kenya offer good sightings of elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe and plenty of antelope species. Some of the parks are great for big cats too. The Masai Mara is the best place for lion and cheetah. To see rhino, you should either go to Laikipia Plateau or Lake Nakuru NP. Northern reserves such as Samburu NR have a great variety of species, including some unusual species adapted to the arid environment of the area. Look out for reticulated giraffe with their cryptic markings, Grevy’s zebra with their narrow stripes, and the unusual gerenuk, whose elongated necks allow them to reach high in search of leaves in the parched bush.”
6Kenya Reviews
Anthony is a photographer and writer for travel magazines and Lonely Planet, including the guides to Kenya and Botswana & Namibia.
Kenya: Home of the East African Safari
When you’re talking safaris, there’s really nowhere quite like Kenya, and that’s largely because Kenya’s portfolio of wildlife is outstanding. It was here that elephants and rhinos were pushed to the brink of extinction by poachers...
Lucy is travel writer for a range of publications, including Lonely Planet's guides to Africa, Southern Africa and South Africa.
Quintessential safari country
My first safari experience was in Kenya's Masai Mara, an unforgettable week that brought sightings of each one of the Big Five and to date my only glimpse of lions on a hunt. Kenya is the archetypal safari spot, boasting flat savannah land...
Absolutely amazing, stunning and colorful!
Kenya was absolutely amazing, stunning and colorful. There are no words to describe Africa and the animals. Seeing all the animals on the Masi Mari was incredible and the African people were polite, gracious and friendly. Our African...
A country of contrasts
We spent 15 days in Kenya, where 6 of them were on a safari. We had an amazing holdiday. We must admit that 6 days of safari was enough - maybe 5 would be perfect. All the driving is exhausting, I'm not gonna lie. Otherelse we slept in both...
The birthplace of Safari
Kenya is the " eco-hub " of East Africa it has parks in arid regions where you can see animals adapted to dry conditions ( Oryx, gerenuk, Grevy Zebra, Reticulated giraffe ..etc) like Tsavo and Samburu, others in mountain forests where you...
Kenya has a unique balance between nature and civilization
The trip start with a bit of a hiccup that we arrived to Lake Nakuru on international tourism day which allow free access to all Kenyan National so the ride to our lodge from Nairobi airport was a lot longer then we have anticipated due to...