Tour Overview
This is the itinerary for travellers who want to see the full sweep of Kenya in one go. Starting from the coast, you work your way inland through Tsavo East and Amboseli, then up into the Rift Valley for Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate and Lake Nakuru, and finally out to the Masai Mara for two nights of classic big-cat country. Every day brings a different landscape, and the route finishes in Nairobi for your international flight.
Beach-and-bush holidaysFirst-time visitors with more timeFamiliesPhotographers
Safari Highlights
Five of Kenya's headline parks in a single trip
Red elephants of Tsavo and Kilimanjaro views at Amboseli
Rift Valley lakes, Hell's Gate cycling and rhino at Nakuru
Full day in the Masai Mara with optional hot-air balloon flight
Day-by-Day Itinerary
D1
Mombasa to Tsavo East
Mombasa / coast hotel → Tsavo East National Park
Collection from your coast hotel and drive to Tsavo East, arriving for lunch. Afternoon game drive among the park's red elephants, buffalo and lion. Overnight near the park.
D2
Tsavo East to Amboseli
Tsavo East National Park → Amboseli National Park
Morning game drive, then continue west to Amboseli. Afternoon game drive across the swamps, where large elephant families come to drink and feed.
D3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
Amboseli National Park → Lake Naivasha
Early drive for the best chance of a clear view of Kilimanjaro, then head north to Lake Naivasha. Optional late-afternoon boat ride among hippos and waterbirds.
D4
Hell's Gate & Lake Nakuru
Lake Naivasha → Hell's Gate → Lake Nakuru National Park
Cycle or walk through Hell's Gate National Park in the morning, then drive to Lake Nakuru for an afternoon game drive searching for rhino and tree-climbing lions.
D5
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
Lake Nakuru National Park → Masai Mara National Reserve
Drive through the Rift Valley farmlands and Maasai country to the Masai Mara, arriving for lunch. Afternoon game drive on the open savannah.
D6
Full Day in the Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve
A full day exploring the reserve with a picnic lunch, searching for lion, cheetah, leopard and - between July and October - the great wildebeest migration. Optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight or Maasai village visit.
D7
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Masai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi
Final morning game drive, then breakfast and the drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Overnight in Nairobi.
D8
Departure
Nairobi → Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Breakfast and transfer to the airport for your onward flight, or extend your stay with a Nairobi city tour.
What's Included
- Pick-up from the coast and drop-off in Nairobi or at JKIA
- 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and English-speaking driver-guide
- 7 nights' accommodation on full board while on safari
- Game drives as per the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
What's Excluded
- Park and reserve entry fees (can be included on request)
- Hot-air balloon flight, boat rides and village visits
- Flights, visas and travel insurance
- Tips, drinks and personal expenses
Accommodation & Safari Vehicle
Accommodation: Mid-range lodges and tented camps (budget and luxury options available)
Vehicle: 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Best Time to Visit
Dry seasons (June-October and January-February) bring wildlife closer to remaining water sources and improve visibility, since vegetation is thicker in the wet months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add a second day in the Masai Mara?
Yes - many guests extend to nine days to have two full days in the Mara, especially during the migration season.
Can this start in Nairobi instead of Mombasa?
Absolutely. We can run the same circuit from Nairobi and finish at the coast for a beach stay.
Ready to go?
Reserve the 8 Day Coast to Masai Mara Safari in under a minute - no payment needed now.
Book Now
