7 Day Big Five Safari

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Transfer to masai mara
1 stop
1
Masai Mara National Reserve
Transfer by road from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve begins early morning (7:00–8:00 AM) and takes about 5–6 hours. Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley with a brief stopover, then continue via Narok town. Arrival is usually early afternoon (1:00–3:00 PM), followed by check-in at your lodge or camp such as Mara Serena Safari Lodge or Sarova Mara Game Camp. Guests are welcomed with a drink, receive a short briefing, and are shown to their rooms. Lunch is served on arrival or shortly after. After some rest, you may head out for an afternoon game drive around 4:00 PM to spot wildlife.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Full day game drive
1 stop
2
Full-day game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve starts with an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, followed by departure at sunrise (6:30–7:00 AM). Morning hours offer the best chance to spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife. Around 10:00 AM, enjoy a bush breakfast or snack break. Continue exploring the reserve, including river areas with hippos and crocodiles. Stop for a picnic lunch at 1:00 PM at a designated site. After a short rest, resume the afternoon game drive, tracking animals across the open plains. Return to your lodge or camp between 4:30–5:30 PM to relax.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Transfer to nakuru
1 stop
3
Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast in Maasai Mara National Reserve, visit a traditional Maasai village to experience local culture, dances, and homestead life. Later, depart by road for Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive in Nakuru in the early afternoon and check in at your lodge. After some rest and lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive in the park, famous for flamingos, rhinos, buffalo, and diverse birdlife. Explore the lake shores and surrounding woodland before returning to your lodge in the evening to relax and prepare for dinner.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Transfer to naivisha
1 stop
4
Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and drive to Lake Naivasha (approx. 1–2 hours). Arrive mid-morning and check in at your hotel. Spend the late morning and early afternoon at leisure, relaxing and enjoying the peaceful lakeside setting. In the afternoon, take an optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and birdlife. You may also visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among zebras, giraffes, and antelopes. Return to your hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Transfer to Amboseli
2 stops
5
Hell's Gate National Park
After breakfast, check out from your hotel at Lake Naivasha and proceed to Hell's Gate National Park for a morning game drive or optional cycling safari. Explore the dramatic landscapes, gorges, and spot wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, and antelopes. After the visit, depart by road towards Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge or camp, and relax as you prepare for dinner and your overnight stay.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Amboseli National Park
After your visit to Hell's Gate National Park, depart by road for Amboseli National Park. The journey takes approximately 5–6 hours, passing through scenic countryside and towns along the way. Arrive in Amboseli in the late afternoon or early evening and proceed to your lodge or camp for check-in. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed, shown to your room, and have time to relax and enjoy the views—often with a glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background—before dinner and overnight stay.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Full game drive
1 stop
7
Amboseli National Park
Full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park begins with an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, followed by departure at sunrise (6:30–7:00 AM). The morning offers excellent chances to see large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and a variety of birdlife, with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Around 10:00 AM, enjoy a bush breakfast or short break, then continue exploring the park’s swamps and open plains where wildlife gathers. Stop for a picnic lunch at a designated site around 1:00 PM. After a short rest, proceed with the afternoon game drive, tracking more animals and enjoying photography opportunities. Return to your lodge or camp between 4:30–5:30 PM to relax before dinner and overnight stay.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Transfer to nairobi
1 stop
8
Nairobi
After breakfast, check out from your lodge or camp in Amboseli National Park. Begin your road transfer back to Nairobi, a journey of approximately 4–5 hours depending on traffic and road conditions. Enjoy scenic views along the route, with optional short stops for photos or refreshments. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your safari experience.
7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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