7-Day Kenya Big Five Safari from Nairobi

Highlights

This 7-day Masai Mara Safari takes you through some of Kenya’s most iconic and wildlife-rich destinations. Begin with two exciting days in the Masai Mara, continue to flamingo-filled Lake Nakuru, relax at Lake Naivasha with a scenic boat ride, and finish with two unforgettable days in Amboseli, home to big elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro. This itinerary is ideal for travelers looking for a well-rounded Kenya safari experience.

Details Itinerary

Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive through the Great Rift Valley toward the Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive across the expansive Mara plains where lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and many other animals roam freely. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Start early to catch predators at sunrise when they are most active. You may take a picnic lunch to enjoy inside the reserve as you continue exploring riverbanks, open plains, and forested areas rich in wildlife. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at your lodge.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive around the lake, known for flamingos, rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, waterbucks, lions, and a variety of bird species. Explore the lakeshore and surrounding woodlands before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha, a short drive through the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the lake where you may spot hippos and many water birds. For those interested, visit Crescent Island for a walking safari among giraffes, zebras, impalas, and gazelles. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Depart after breakfast and drive south toward Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for lunch and take some time to relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is known for its large elephant herds, beautiful swamps, and open plains with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Spend the full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Begin early to catch clear morning views of Kilimanjaro and spot wildlife at the marshes, including elephants, hippos, buffaloes, hyenas, and numerous bird species. Later in the day, explore the dry lakebed and surrounding plains where cheetahs, lions, and antelopes may be spotted. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, enjoy a final short game drive as you exit Amboseli. Begin the drive back to Nairobi with a stop for lunch or scenic viewpoints along the way. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon for hotel or airport drop-off, marking the end of your 7-day Masai Mara and Amboseli Safari.

Pricing

Standard Option2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 PaxSRS
01 April-31st May, 01 Nov-Dec 22 2026$2228$1913$1755$1661$1598$160
02 Jan-31 Mar, 01 Jun-30th Jun 2026$2835$2441$2244$2126$2048$210
01 July-31 Oct, 22nd Dec-01 Jan 2026$2984$2464$2259$2136$2054$230
Mid Range Options
01 April-31st May, 01 Nov-Dec 22 2026$2734$2419$2261$2167$2104$175
02 Jan-31 Mar, 01 Jun-30th Jun 2026$2921$2528$2331$2213$2134$234
01 July-31 Oct, 22nd Dec-01 Jan 2026$3687$3262$3049$2921$2836$323
Luxury Options
01 April-31st May, 01 Nov-Dec 22 2026$4209$3894$3737$3642$3579$565
02 Jan-31 Mar, 01 Jun-30th Jun 2026$4643$4260$4069$3954$3878$882
01 July-31 Oct, 22nd Dec-01 Jan 2026$5655$5230$5017$4890$4805$1063

Itinerary Inclusions & Excludes

Inclusions :

  • Accommodation in lodges or camps on full-board basis

  • Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver

  • Park entrance fees for Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli

  • Boat ride at Lake Naivasha

  • Daily game drives as per itinerary

  • Bottled water during game drives

Excludes :

  • International or domestic flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal expenses such as tips, beverages, laundry, and souvenirs

  • Optional activities not included in the itinerary (hot-air balloon safari, cultural visits, Crescent Island walking fees)

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