7 Days Kenya Safari
Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha and the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Safari Overview
This 7-day Kenya safari combines three of Kenya’s most distinctive safari destinations: Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha and the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The journey starts in Nairobi and takes you to Amboseli for its large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro, followed by Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley and two nights in the Maasai Mara for extended game viewing.
This Kenya safari itinerary is well suited to travelers looking to combine diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife and three of Kenya’s most established safari destinations in one trip.
Safari Highlights
Elephants & Kilimanjaro Views, Rift Valley Lakes & Big Cats of the Maasai Mara
Itinerary at a Glance
Nairobi → Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Nairobi/JKIA
| Day | Route / Destination | Main Activities | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Nairobi | Airport pickup, hotel transfer & leisure | Eka Hotel On Bed and Breakfast meal plan |
| Day 2 | Nairobi → Amboseli National Park | Drive to Amboseli & afternoon game drive | Amboseli Penetty resort on Full board |
| Day 3 | Amboseli National Park | Full-day game drive & wildlife viewing | Amboseli Penetty resort on Full board |
| Day 4 | Amboseli → Lake Naivasha | Scenic drive through Kenya & Lake Naivasha | Lake Naivasha Kongoni Lodge on Full board |
| Day 5 | Lake Naivasha → Maasai Mara | Drive to Maasai Mara & afternoon game drive | Jambo Mara Camp On Full board |
| Day 6 | Maasai Mara National Reserve | Full-day game drive & Mara wildlife experience | Jambo Mara Camp on Full board |
| Day 7 | Maasai Mara → Nairobi / Departure | Return to Nairobi & airport transfer | — |
Price Per Person
January -June 2027
| 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 3860 | USD 2618 | USD 2323 | USD 2172 | USD 2078 | USD 2021 | USD 1992 |
July-December 2027
| 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 3960 | USD 2718 | USD 2423 | USD 2272 | USD 2178 | USD 2121 | USD 2092 |
Please note: The prices shown are our safari rates based on the indicated accommodation options detailed in this itinerary and the number of travelers. The safari price includes accommodation, all applicable park and conservation fees, private 4×4 safari transport and a professional private safari driver-guide, as specified in the itinerary.
If you would like to upgrade to different accommodation, add optional activities or make changes to the itinerary, please contact us. We will be happy to provide a customized safari quotation based on your preferences.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi.
Check in at the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. This is a relaxed start to your Kenya safari, allowing you time to recover from your journey and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Overnight: Eka Hotel, Nairobi
Meal Plan: Half Board
Day 2: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive south towards Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most scenic wildlife destinations.
Amboseli is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. The park’s open plains, wetlands and acacia woodland provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Arrive in the Amboseli area and enjoy lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, hippos and a variety of birdlife as you explore the park.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Amboseli Penetty resort
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Full Day Amboseli National Park
Wake up early and enjoy a morning game drive in Amboseli, when wildlife activity is often at its best and the early light can provide spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro when weather conditions are clear.
Return to the lodge for breakfast before heading out again for a full-day safari with a packed lunch.
Explore the different habitats of Amboseli in search of its abundant wildlife. The park is renowned for its elephants, but you may also encounter lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, hippos and numerous bird species.
The combination of wildlife and Mount Kilimanjaro creates one of the most recognisable safari landscapes in Kenya.
Return to Amboseli Penetty resort in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Amboseli Penetty resort
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Full Day Amboseli- Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and begin your journey towards Lake Naivasha, travelling through the changing landscapes of the Kenyan countryside.
Continue towards the Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s most scenic freshwater lakes.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha Kongoni Lodge for lunch and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Depending on your preference and available time, you may choose to enjoy an optional boat cruise on Lake Naivasha, where you can see hippos and a variety of waterbirds. You may also have the opportunity to spot African fish eagles around the lake.
Optional activities are payable directly.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Lake Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and continue towards the legendary Maasai Mara
National Reserve.
The journey takes you through the spectacular landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and towards Narok before continuing into the Maasai Mara region.
Arrive in the Mara in time for lunch before setting out on an afternoon game drive.
The Maasai Mara is one of Kenya’s premier wildlife destinations and is famous for its exceptional concentration of wildlife. Look out for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and many other species.
Continue your game drive into the late afternoon before returning to camp.
Overnight: Jambo Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in the Maasai Mara with a packed picnic lunch.
Spend the day exploring the Mara’s expansive grasslands in search of its famous predators and plains game.
The reserve is home to an impressive variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and crocodiles.
Continue towards the Mara River, where you may see hippos and crocodiles. During the Great Migration season, this area can become particularly spectacular as vast herds of wildebeest and zebras move through the ecosystem.
Return to Jambo Mara Camp in the evening after a full day of wildlife viewing.
Overnight: Jambo Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Maasai Mara – Nairobi – Departure
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and begin your journey back to Nairobi.
Travel through Narok and the scenic Great Rift Valley, enjoying views of the Kenyan countryside along the way.
Continue to Nairobi for your scheduled airport transfer.
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for lunch in Nairobi before being transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your departure flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Price Includes
All park fees
Meals as stated on the itinerary
Accommodation as stated on the itinerary
Salaries for the driver guide
All ground transfers
Two bottles of 0.5L mineral water per day while on safari game drives
4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and English-speaking driver guide
Price Exclude
Tips for your guide
Items of a personal nature
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Travel insurance and visa fees
International and domestic flights
Pre- and post-safari accommodation