Tour Overview
This itinerary strings together the three Kenyan parks visitors ask for most often. After the Mara and Nakuru, we cut south to Amboseli National Park, known for large, easily-photographed elephant herds set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro across the border in Tanzania (visible on clear days). Six days gives each park a genuine visit rather than a drive-through.
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Safari Highlights
Full days of game drives in both the Masai Mara and Amboseli
Rhino sanctuary at Lake Nakuru
Amboseli's large, easily-viewed elephant herds
Views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days
Day-by-Day Itinerary
D1
Nairobi to Masai Mara
Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve
Drive from Nairobi to the Mara, arriving for lunch, then an afternoon game drive.
D2
Full Day in the Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve
Morning and afternoon game drives across the reserve.
D3
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
Masai Mara National Reserve → Lake Nakuru National Park
Morning departure and afternoon game drive at Lake Nakuru on arrival, with a focus on the rhino sanctuary.
D4
Lake Nakuru to Amboseli
Lake Nakuru National Park → Amboseli National Park
A long but scenic drive south, passing through Nairobi and along the base of the Chyulu Hills. Arrive at Amboseli in the late afternoon for a short game drive if time allows.
D5
Full Day in Amboseli
Amboseli National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives focused on Amboseli's large elephant herds and swamp areas, with Kilimanjaro as a backdrop on clear mornings.
D6
Amboseli to Nairobi
Amboseli National Park → Nairobi
An early game drive before breakfast, then the drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon.
What's Included
- Transport in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- English-speaking driver-guide
- 5 nights' accommodation on the basis stated
- All game drives and park entry fees for the three parks
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
What's Excluded
- International or domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Tips for your driver-guide and lodge/camp staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Items of a personal nature
Accommodation & Safari Vehicle
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge and tented camp (upgradeable to luxury)
Vehicle: 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Best Time to Visit
The Mara has resident wildlife throughout the year. For the wildebeest migration and river crossings, July to October is the classic window, though exact timing shifts year to year with rainfall. The calving season further south in the Serengeti (January-March) means fewer wildebeest in the Mara itself during those months, though resident game viewing remains good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will we definitely see Mount Kilimanjaro from Amboseli?
The mountain is often cloud-covered, especially by mid-morning. Early mornings give the best chance of a clear view, which is why our Amboseli game drives start early.
Is the Nakuru-to-Amboseli drive very long?
It is the longest driving day on this itinerary, at around 6-7 hours including a lunch stop. We build in the time so it doesn't feel rushed, and the route itself passes varied Kenyan countryside.
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