8 Days Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara safari.
8 day safari takes you through Kenya’s wonderful wildlife destinations, starting with Amboseli National Park, to where you will witness majestic elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Next you will head to Lake Nakuru national park that is famous for its pink flamingos and black then white rhinos. Finally you will explore the Maasai Mara National Reserve, known for its abundant wildebeest and the annual wildebeest migration. With expert guides from African Vacation Safaris and comfortable accommodations, this safari offers a mix of wildlife viewing, scenic beauty, and cultural experiences, providing an unforgettable safari through Kenya’s diverse landscapes and ecosystems.
Tour Highlights.
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park for game drive experience.
Day 2: Full day in Amboseli National Park.
Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park for boat cruise experience.
Day 4: Game drive in Lake Nakuru and transfer to Maasai Mara national reserve.
Day 5: Full day Maasai Mara National Reserve experience.
Day 6: Hot air balloon experience and sundowner experience.
Day 7: Maasai village tours and transfer to Nairobi.
Day 8: Jomo Kenyatta international Airport Drop off.
Detailed itinerary.
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park for game drive experience.
On the 1st day of the safari, upon your arrival your safari guide from African Vacation Safari will pick you from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. He will welcome you and brief you about the safari. After the briefing you will start your safari and transfer to Amboseli National Park. Along the way you will have the spectacular views of the beautiful landscape.
This is one of the parks where you can see Mt Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Upon your arrival you will check in your lodge and then be served with lunch. After lunch you will meet with your safari guide and then go for the stunning game drive in the park and spot the great Large herds of buffalo, elephants, gazelles, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and many other species without forgetting about the bird species in the backdrop of the wonderful Mount Kilimanjaro. After the experience you will return back to our lodge for Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation:
Budget option: Little Amanya Camp.
Mid-range option: Ol Tukai Camp.
Luxury option: Mara Serena Safari Lodge.
Day 2: Full day in Amboseli National Park.
On the 2nd day of the safari, wake up early in the morning and take breakfast well prepared African breakfast paired with international cuisine. After breakfast meet your safari guide and then go for the Amboseli National Park full day experience. The will be a genuine safari experience spanning 8 days in Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. You will head into the bush for early game drives. The big cats are mostly active during this time will have several times testified getting lions when hunting or with a catch of the day. You will spot other numerous animal species and bird species during the morning game drives that you missed during the previous game drive. After the morning game drive you will return back to your lodge for lunch.
After lunch, you will meet your safari guide and go for the unique and immersive walking safari experience that allows you to explore the park’s diverse ecosystem on foot, accompanied by experienced guides and armed rangers. This intimate connection with nature enables you to spot the smaller wildlife like bird species, reptiles and insects and park’s flora and fauna. With the breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro views of Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop, walking safaris provide you the opportunity to appreciate the park’s stunning landscapes and get close to the wildlife, creating unforgettable memories in one of the Kenya’s most scenic national parks. After the experience you will return back to your lodge for dinner, relaxation and overnight stay as above.
Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park for afternoon boat cruise.
On the 3rd day of the safari. Wake up early in the morning and take a hearty breakfast. You will check out from the lodge, which offered the best hospitality. There is difficult to go, but we must persevere in order to reach our next destination, Lake Nakuru, which is named from the large number of flamingos that inhabit there. We will have beautiful scenic views on our way to this park have stop over at the Great Rift Valley escarpment view then proceed to our lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, you will meet your safari guide and then go for the afternoon boat cruise on Lake Nakuru that offers you serene and scenic safari experience that allows you to explore the park’s stunning lake and diverse wildlife from the different perspective. As you glide across the water, keep an eye out for the hippos, crocodiles and over a million pink flamingos that call the lake home. The cruise also provides opportunities to spot other bird species like eagles, pelicans and among others while taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. With the Aberdare Mountains and Menengai Crater in the backdrop, a boat cruise on Lake Nakuru is a relaxing and unforgettable experience that complements the park’s wildlife viewing and scenic beauty. After boat cruise you will return to your lodge for dinner, and overnight stay.
Accommodation:
Budget option: Ziwa Bush Camp.
Mid-range option: Lake Nakuru Safari Lodge.
Luxury option: The Cliff Nakuru.
Day 4: Game drive in Lake Nakuru and transfer to Maasai Mara national reserve.
On the 4th day of the safari. Get up early in the morning and take a delicious breakfast. After breakfast you will check out from your lodge and then meet your safari guide for the morning game drive safari experience in Lake Nakuru. Morning game drive to view different animals especially the Black and white Rhinos, other game include Rothschild Giraffe , Baboons, Monkeys, Waterbuck, Buffaloes and more. After the game drive you will proceed with your journey to Maasai Mara national reserve with the stunning views along the way and passing through the Great Rift Valley passed Mount Longonot one of the extinct volcanoes. The drive takes you about 4 to 5 hours depending on the stopovers enroute. Upon your arrival you will check in your lodge for lunch. After lunch you will meet your safari guide and go for the afternoon game drive experience to see the Big Five of Africa: lions, leopards, buffalos, rhinos, and elephants. You’ll also see thousands of other animals, including zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, and others. After the game drive you will go back to our lodge to spend the night and dinner.
Accommodation:
Budget option: Mara Sentrim camp.
Mid-range option: Julie’s Camp.
Luxury option: Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp.
Day 5: Full day Maasai Mara National Reserve experience.
On the 5th day of the safari, wake up early in the morning and then enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the best of eight days of Amboseli Lake Nakuru for a Masai Mara Safari. Here, you can enjoy the various game drives that is both the morning game drive and afternoon game drive. You will enjoy the morning game drive and spot the various great animal species and bird species in the various areas of the reserve. After the game drive you will transfer back to the lodge for lunch.
After lunch, you will go for the more game viewing experience in the reserve to observe the various wildlife that you might have missed during the morning game drive, this is such rewarding and unique that offers you everlasting safari memories. After the experience you will return back to the lodge for dinner, relaxation and overnight stay as above.
Day 6: Hot air balloon experience and sundowner experience.
On the 6th day of the safari wake up early in the morning and enjoy the hearty breakfast. After breakfast, you will meet your safari guide and then be transferred to the reserve for the hot air balloon safari in the reserve; this offers you serene perspective on the African savannah, drifting gently above the grasslands and woodlands as the sun rises. With expert pilots moving the balloon, you will witness stunning views of the Mara’s diverse wildlife, like elephants, lions, and giraffes from the unique aerial vantage point. The experience includes a pre-flight briefing, a champagne toast after landing, and a certificate of flight, making it a memorable and then exclusive adventure in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves.
After the hot air balloon safari, your safari driver will transfer you to the reserve for a more wildlife viewing experience that offers you unforgettable safari memories to spot the big five mammals including lions, buffaloes, elephants, rhinos, leopards. You will spot other wildlife, after the game drive you will transfer to the lodge for lunch.
Later after lunch, you will meet your safari driver and then transfer for the sundowner safari experience in the reserve this a magical way to end the day, as you gather as the scenic spot to watch the sunset over the African savannah. With a refreshing drink in hand, often accompanied by local snacks and canapés, you will take in the breathtaking views of the Mara’s rolling hills, and grasslands while witnessing the vibrant colours of the setting sun. As the wildlife begins to settle in for the night, the atmosphere is filled with the sounds of nature, creating a truly unforgettable experience that combines relaxation, scenic beauty, and the essence of African wilderness. After the experience you will return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay as above.
Day 7: Maasai village tours and transfer to Nairobi.
On the 7th day of the safari, wake up early in the morning and enjoy your hearty breakfast. After breakfast, you will check out from your lodge and then meet your safari guide and then go for the Maasai village tours. This offers you a unique cultural experience that allows you to immerse yourselves in the traditional way of life of the Maasai people. You will explore the village, learn about the Maasai customs and traditions and interact with the community, gaining information into their rich cultural heritage. The tour may include activities such as traditional dance performances, craft demonstrations, and visits to local schools and among others. After the experience you will head to Nairobi with the amazing views along the way. And once you arrive you will check in your lodge in Nairobi and be served with lunch. After lunch you will relax at your hotel and later you will be served with dinner, and overnight stay.
Accommodation:
Budget option: La Maison Hotel.
Mid-range option: Best western hotel.
Luxury option: Nairobi Serena Hotel.
Day 8: Jomo Kenyatta international Airport Drop off.
On the final day of the safari, wake up early in the morning and be served with breakfast. After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel and then your safari guide and then be dropped at Jomo Kenyatta Airport for catch your flight back home that will make your safari come to the end.
Safari includes.
Pickups and drop-offs.
Game viewing experience.
Hot air balloon experience.
Maasai village tours.
Boat cruise.
Walking safaris.
All meals throughout the safari.
Entrance fees in all parks.
Comfortable accommodation in fully furnished rooms with en-suite bathroom
Bottled drinking water.
Safari exclusions
Optional activities not listed on the itinerary
Laundry services
Personal expenses
Tips to guides and other helpers
