6 Days Kenya Wildlife Safari to Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli
Experience an unforgettable Kenya wildlife safari combining the spectacular wildlife of the Masai Mara, the scenic beauty of Lake Naivasha, and the iconic elephants and Mount Kilimanjaro views of Amboseli National Park.
This 6-day Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli Kenya wildlife safari from Nairobi is designed for travelers who want to experience three very different sides of Kenya in one well-balanced itinerary.
Spend 2 nights in the Masai Mara with extensive game drives, enjoy 1 night at Lake Naivasha with a scenic boat ride, and finish with 2 nights in Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views towards Mount Kilimanjaro.
Travel in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, allowing you to enjoy the safari at your own pace. Contact us to book your personalized 6 Days Kenya Wildlife Safari to Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli.
Highlights
- 6 day private Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli safari
- Travel in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle
- Great Rift Valley scenery
- Opportunity to see the Big Five
- Search for lions, buffaloes, giraffes and zebras
- 5 nights in a safari lodge or tented camp
- Spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro views, weather permitting
- Optional hot-air balloon safari in Masai Mara
Your 6-day Kenya wildlife safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel, residence or airport.
Depart Nairobi and drive towards the Great Rift Valley, enjoying scenic views of the escarpment and surrounding countryside.
Continue towards the Masai Mara through the Kenyan countryside and arrive at your lodge or tented camp around lunchtime, depending on your departure point, road conditions and accommodation location.
Check in and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for your first Masai Mara game drive.
Explore the famous savannah plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife.
Continue your game drive until late afternoon before returning to your accommodation.
Dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara.
Spend the day exploring the reserve's diverse wildlife areas with your experienced safari guide.
The Mara provides excellent opportunities to search for the Big Five, as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, hippos and many other species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve and continue your game drive throughout the afternoon.
The Great Wildebeest Migration is a seasonal event, and if your travel dates coincide with the migration period, you may have an opportunity to witness large herds moving through the Mara ecosystem. The exact timing and location vary from year to year.
Optional Experiences
For an additional experience, you can arrange an early-morning hot-air balloon safari over the Mara.
You may also visit a Maasai village to learn about local culture, traditions and lifestyle.
Return to your lodge in the evening.
Dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing the Masai Mara and driving towards Lake Naivasha.
Travel through scenic landscapes and rural communities towards the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha around midday and check in at your lodge.
Enjoy lunch before taking a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
Cruise across the freshwater lake while looking for hippos and a variety of waterbirds. The surrounding scenery also provides excellent photographic opportunities.
Optional Crescent Island Walking Safari
Depending on your preferred schedule, you can add a guided walking safari on Crescent Island.
Walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles and other plains wildlife while enjoying the scenic surroundings of Lake Naivasha.
Return to your lodge in the evening.
Dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast before beginning the journey from Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park.
Travel across Kenya's scenic landscapes towards the southern part of the country.
Arrive in the Amboseli area around lunchtime or early afternoon, depending on road conditions.
Check in at your lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch.
Later, head out for your first afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park.
Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and dramatic views towards Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. Clear views of the mountain depend on weather and cloud conditions.
Explore the park's open plains, wetlands and wildlife areas while searching for elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and other wildlife.
Return to your lodge in the evening.
Dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wake up early for breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park.
The early morning provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and, when skies are clear, spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Explore different areas of the park with your safari guide.
Amboseli is particularly renowned for its elephant population. You may also encounter lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and numerous bird species.
Visit suitable observation areas where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Amboseli landscape.
Enjoy a picnic lunch or return to your lodge depending on the day's schedule.
Continue your afternoon game drive before returning to your accommodation.
Optional Maasai Cultural Visit
A Maasai cultural experience can be added to learn about traditional Maasai culture, lifestyle, crafts and customs.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before your final morning game drive in Amboseli National Park.
This is your final opportunity to explore the park and look for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and other wildlife.
If weather conditions are favorable, you may also enjoy another beautiful view of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Return to your lodge for breakfast and check out.
Begin your journey back to Nairobi.
Enjoy lunch en route before continuing to Nairobi.
Arrive in the afternoon or early evening and transfer to your hotel, residence or airport.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
- Private safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi hotel, residence or airport, where applicable
- 5 nights accommodation in a safari lodge/tented camp
- Full-board meals during the safari
- Game drives as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- Lake Naivasha, Amboseli & Masai Mara national reserve entry fees
- All applicable government taxes and levies
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and other premium drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Maasai village visit
Frequently Asked Questions
Amboseli is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Mountain visibility depends on weather and cloud conditions.
Yes. The safari can be operated as a private safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, allowing you to travel with your own group and enjoy greater flexibility during game drives.
The Masai Mara offers opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, hippos and many other species. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed because animals move freely throughout the reserve.
Yes. This safari can be a convenient family safari, particularly for travelers staying at Nairobi. Children's ages should be provided when booking so appropriate accommodation arrangements can be made.
Yes. A Masai Mara hot-air balloon safari can be arranged as an optional activity, normally starting very early in the morning.
The Great Wildebeest Migration is a seasonal natural event. If your safari dates coincide with the migration period, your guide can help identify areas where wildlife activity is taking place. Migration timing and locations vary from year to year.
Yes. You can extend the itinerary to include Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru or Diani Beach.
Yes. A Crescent Island walking safari can be added as an optional experience, subject to availability and applicable charges.
The Lake Naivasha boat ride offers opportunities to see hippos and numerous waterbirds, while the surrounding area provides beautiful scenery and photographic opportunities.
Yes, Amboseli offers some of the most iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. However, visibility varies according to weather and cloud cover, particularly around the mountain's summit.