7-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Nakuru to Maasai Mara
7-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Nakuru to Maasai Mara
Overview
This safari Package will take you to five of the most famous destinations in Kenya. Masai Mara known for the Big 5. Lake Nakuru National Park is known for the most endangered animals like the black rhinos, the Rothschild giraffes, flamingos, and many other herbivores. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake with animals like hippos, Bicycle riding with wild animals, and many other outdoor activities at Hell’s Gate National Park—Amboseli for the big herd of elephants and the mighty Kilimanjaro.
Places You’ll See :
1Nairobi
Amboseli National Park, located in Kenya, is indeed a remarkable wildlife destination offering unique experiences. Here's why you should consider visiting, along with where to go, when to go, and some travel advice:
1. Why Go
Magnificent Views of Mount Kilimanjaro: Amboseli is renowned for its stunning vistas of Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, providing a breathtaking backdrop for wildlife photography. Abundant Wildlife: The park is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including large herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Cultural Encounters: Interact with the Maasai people and learn about their traditional way of life, culture, and customs. Scenic Landscapes: Apart from the iconic Kilimanjaro views, Amboseli features vast savannah plains, swamps, and acacia woodlands, offering diverse habitats for wildlife.2. Where to Go
Observation Hill: Climb to the top of Observation Hill for panoramic views of Amboseli's landscapes, wildlife, and Mount Kilimanjaro. Enkongo Narok Swamp: This swamp is a haven for wildlife, especially elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and a variety of bird species. It's an excellent spot for birdwatching and photography. Game Drives: Explore the park on guided game drives to spot a wide range of wildlife species in their natural habitat. Guides know the best routes and timing for wildlife sightings.3. When to Go
Dry Season: The best time to visit Amboseli is during the dry season, from June to October and January to February. During this period, wildlife congregates around water sources, making them easier to spot. Clear Skies: The dry season also offers clearer skies, providing optimal visibility of Mount Kilimanjaro and enhancing photographic opportunities. Birdwatching: Birdwatchers may prefer visiting during the wetter months (March to May and November to December) when migratory birds are present in the park.4. Travel Advice
Carry Binoculars and Camera: Amboseli offers exceptional wildlife viewing and stunning landscapes, so don't forget to bring binoculars and a camera to capture memorable moments. Respect Wildlife and Local Culture: Maintain a respectful distance from wildlife and adhere to park rules and guidelines. Respect the traditions and customs of the Maasai people you may encounter. Stay Hydrated: The park can get hot during the day, so carry sufficient water and stay hydrated, especially during game drives and walks. Use Reputable Tour Operators: Choose reputable tour operators with experienced guides who prioritize safety, sustainability, and responsible tourism practices. By following these tips and suggestions, you can make the most of your visit to Amboseli National Park and enjoy an unforgettable safari experience amidst Kenya's stunning wilderness.2Amboseli National Park
Lake Naivasha, situated in Kenya, is a captivating wildlife destination with its own set of unique experiences. Here's why you should consider a visit, along with recommendations on where to go, when to go, and some travel advice:
1. Why Go
Rich Birdlife: Lake Naivasha is a paradise for birdwatchers, boasting a diverse array of bird species including African fish eagles, herons, pelicans, and many more. Scenic Beauty: Surrounded by lush vegetation and with the backdrop of the Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Naivasha offers breathtaking scenery perfect for relaxation and photography. Hippo and Wildlife Viewing: Take a boat ride on the lake to observe hippos wallowing in the water, along with sightings of other wildlife such as giraffes, buffalo, and zebras along the shores. Crescent Island Game Sanctuary: This sanctuary, located within the lake, provides an opportunity for walking safaris amidst wildlife including giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.2. Where to Go
Crescent Island: Explore Crescent Island for a unique walking safari experience where you can get up close to wildlife including giraffes, wildebeest, and gazelles. Hell's Gate National Park: Located nearby, Hell's Gate offers scenic landscapes, hiking trails, and opportunities for rock climbing and cycling amidst towering cliffs and geothermal features. Boat Safari: Take a boat safari on Lake Naivasha to observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. Many boat tours also include a visit to Crescent Island.3. When to Go
Birdwatching Season: The best time for birdwatching at Lake Naivasha is during the wet season from November to April when migratory bird species are present in the area. Wildlife Viewing: Wildlife viewing can be enjoyed throughout the year, but the dry season (from June to October) offers better visibility as animals congregate around the lake shores and water sources.4. Travel Advice
Choose Accommodation Wisely: There are various accommodation options around Lake Naivasha ranging from luxury lodges to budget-friendly campsites. Research and choose accommodation that suits your preferences and budget. Respect Wildlife and Nature: While exploring the area, maintain a respectful distance from wildlife and adhere to park regulations. Avoid feeding or disturbing the animals. Stay Safe on the Water: If taking a boat safari, ensure you're accompanied by experienced guides and follow safety instructions, especially regarding hippos and crocodiles. Pack Essentials: Bring along essentials such as sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, and a camera to enhance your experience and capture memorable moments. By following these tips and suggestions, you can make the most of your visit to Lake Naivasha and immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of this remarkable wildlife destination in Kenya.3Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru National Park, nestled in Kenya, is indeed a captivating wildlife destination offering a range of unique experiences. Here's why you should consider visiting, along with recommendations on where to go, when to go, and some travel advice:
1. Why Go
Flamingo Spectacle: Lake Nakuru is renowned for its vast flocks of flamingos that turn the lake's shores pink, creating a mesmerizing sight. Rhino Sanctuary: The park is home to one of Kenya's most successful rhino sanctuaries, offering excellent opportunities to spot both black and white rhinos. Diverse Wildlife: Besides rhinos and flamingos, Lake Nakuru National Park boasts a variety of other wildlife including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. Scenic Beauty: The park is set against the backdrop of the Rift Valley escarpment, providing stunning vistas and photographic opportunities.2. Where to Go
Baboon Cliff: Head to Baboon Cliff for panoramic views of the park and Lake Nakuru. It's an excellent spot for photography and birdwatching. Makalia Falls: Take a scenic drive or hike to Makalia Falls, where you can enjoy picnics and nature walks amidst lush greenery and cascading waters. Rhino Sanctuary: Visit the rhino sanctuary within the park for a chance to see both black and white rhinos up close, along with other wildlife species.3. When to Go
Birdwatching Season: The best time to witness the spectacular flamingo displays is during the dry season from July to October, when the water levels in the lake are lower, attracting large flocks of flamingos. Wildlife Viewing: Wildlife can be seen year-round in Lake Nakuru National Park, but the dry season (from June to October) offers better visibility as animals gather around water sources.4. Travel Advice
Safari Essentials: Bring along essentials such as sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, and a camera to enhance your safari experience and capture memorable moments. Respect Wildlife: Maintain a respectful distance from wildlife and adhere to park regulations. Avoid feeding or disturbing the animals. Choose Accommodation Wisely: There are various accommodation options near Lake Nakuru National Park, ranging from luxury lodges to budget-friendly campsites. Research and choose accommodation that suits your preferences and budget. Support Conservation Efforts: By visiting Lake Nakuru National Park, you contribute to the conservation efforts aimed at protecting the park's diverse wildlife and habitats. By following these tips and recommendations, you can make the most of your visit to Lake Nakuru National Park and immerse yourself in the beauty and biodiversity of this remarkable wildlife destination in Kenya.4Lake Nakuru National Park
Masai Mara, located in Kenya, is one of the most iconic and spectacular wildlife destinations in the world. Here's why you should go, where to go, when to go, and some travel advice:
1. Why Go
Wildlife Safari: Masai Mara offers some of the best opportunities for wildlife viewing, including the chance to witness the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra. Stunning Landscape: The vast savannah plains dotted with acacia trees provide a breathtaking backdrop for your safari adventures. Cultural Experience: Interact with the Maasai people, known for their vibrant culture and traditional way of life. Photography Opportunities: Capture incredible moments of wildlife in their natural habitat, against the backdrop of stunning landscapes.2. Where to Go
Maasai Mara National Reserve: This is the most popular destination within the region, known for its abundance of wildlife and picturesque scenery. Mara Conservancies: Private conservancies surrounding the national reserve offer exclusive safari experiences with fewer crowds and more intimate encounters with wildlife. Mara River: Witness the dramatic river crossings during the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebra brave crocodile-infested waters.3. When to Go
Great Migration: The best time to visit Masai Mara is during the Great Migration, typically from July to October. During this period, millions of wildebeest and zebra migrate from Tanzania's Serengeti National Park to Masai Mara in search of greener pastures. Dry Season: The dry season from June to October offers excellent wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources, making them easier to spot. Shoulder Seasons: The months of January to March and November to December are also good times to visit, with fewer crowds and lush green landscapes.4. Travel Advice
Book Accommodation in Advance: Accommodation options within and around Masai Mara can fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. It's advisable to book well in advance. Pack Appropriate Clothing: Masai Mara can get hot during the day and chilly at night. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing for daytime safaris and warmer layers for the evenings. Respect Wildlife and Local Culture: Always maintain a respectful distance from wildlife and follow the guidance of your guides. Similarly, respect the customs and traditions of the Maasai people. Use a Reputable Safari Operator: Choose a reputable safari operator or tour company with experienced guides who prioritize safety and responsible tourism practices. By following these tips and recommendations, you can make the most of your visit to Masai Mara and create unforgettable memories amidst Africa's stunning wilderness.5Masai Mara National Reserve
Schedule Details
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
You will be picked up from your city hotel or from the Airport in Nairobi and depart early morning to Masai Mara National Reserve, it holds on as one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa. As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of Wildebeest, Zebras, and attendant predators.
Arrive in time for lunch at your tented camp, then have an afternoon game drive till Late evening.
Your accommodation can be upgraded at an additional cost.
Accommodation
Spend the night at Zebra Plains Mara Camp a budget-tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Will be Provided
Mara National Reserve
You will spend a full day exploring the rich tree-studded grassland and rolling hills of the famous savannah on a wildlife-viewing tour. The Mara is well-known for its vast herds of plains game animals, such as leopards, cheetahs, lions, and other herbivores. It is home to virtually every other type of wildlife found in Kenya.
You will have a picnic lunch under a flat-top acacia tree in the savannah while watching the animals grazing. After that, you will continue with the wildlife viewing en route to your camp, arriving late in the afternoon after thoroughly exploring this massive grassland savannah that measures 1,500 sq.
You can also book a balloon ride early in the morning, which is an optional activity. After landing, the crew will assist you out of the basket and escort you to a lovely setting for a bush breakfast, which is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Later, you can join your driver guide and proceed with a full-day game drive.
Accommodation
Spend the night at Zebra Plains Mara Camp a budget-tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Will be Provided
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
You will have an early morning pick-up, then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Known all over the world for its flamingoes, it's alkaline and is recognized as being one of the natural wonders of the world. Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harboring a population of over 40 black and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingoes, of course, have always been the main attraction. At times there may be almost 2 million flamingoes in the residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lakeshore.
You will arrive in time for lunch at the hotel and then have an afternoon game drive.
Note- The accommodations can be upgraded at an extra cost.
Accommodation
Spend the night at Ziwa Bush Lodge a budget-tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Will be Provided
Lake Nakuru National Park to Lake Naivasha
You will have An early morning drive to Lake Naivasha, which is the highest and the most beautiful of the Rif Valley lakes. At 1910m (6200f), the water is fresh and the lake is fringed with dense clumps of papyrus (ancient Egyptians once used this to make paper). Kingfishers use the papyrus as a perch, herons hide in it while searching for food. Naivasha is yet another area popular for bird watching (over 400 species have been recorded). It is also a favorite weekend retreat for Nairobi residents, who come here to sail, water ski, and fish. There are no crocodiles in the lake as the water is too cold for them, due to altitude but there are a number of hippos. Along the lakeshore, vineyards produce grapes for the country's fledgling wine industry.
You will have an (optional) Afternoon boat ride and Walking safari in Lake Naivasha.
Note- The accommodation can be upgraded at an extra cost.
Accommodation
Spend the night at Osotua Luxury Resort a budget-tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Will be Provided
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
You will have An early Morning start and drive to Amboseli National Park. Check-in at the accommodation and have Lunch. Afterward, proceed for an Afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park.
Amboseli National Park is situated south of Nairobi, Most of the park consists of a dry, ancient lake bed and fragile grassland with patches of acacia woodland, while in the southern area, there are a number of small, rocky, volcanic hills. Around the swamps of Ol Kenya, Ol Tukai, and Enkongo Narok, the vegetation is lush with yellow barked acacias and phoenix palms.
You will have Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Note- Your accommodations can be upgraded at an extra cost.
Accommodation
Spend the night at Kibo Safari Camp a budget-tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Will be Provided
Masai Mara National Reserve
You have two options for your day at Amboseli National Park today. You can leave camp after breakfast, carrying your packed lunch to enjoy in the wild. You will spend the entire day exploring Amboseli's marshlands and swamps. Then, you'll return to the lodge late in the afternoon after a long day of exploration,
If you choose the second option begin with an early morning game drive to see the animals when they are most active. Afterward, you'll return to the lodge for breakfast and lunch. You will spend the hottest part of the day relaxing in camp, reading, writing in your journal, or observing the local birds. In the late afternoon, at around 4 pm, you will head out for another drive through the park.
Accommodation
Spend the night at Kibo Safari Camp a budget-tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Will be Provided
Masai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi
After enjoying a leisurely breakfast in the morning, you will check out of your lodge, pack up your belongings, and drive back to Nairobi. You can choose to have lunch at the Carnivore Hotel in Nairobi City. Afterward, you will be dropped off at your respective hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari.
Depending on the departure time of your homebound flight, coordinate with your driver to guide you so that you arrive at the Airport in time for your flight so you don't miss it.
(End of Tour) No accommodations
Breakfast Will be Provided
NOTE: Additional Accommodation can be arranged at the end of your tour for an added fee.
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Airport Transfer
- All Taxes
- Breakfast
- Drinking Water
- Driver Guide
- Hotel Rent
- Lunch
- Meals
- Park Entry Tickets
- Transport
What's Excluded
- Additional Services
- Flights
- Insurance
Location Map
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