8 Days Masai Mara Kenya game parks safari
This 8 Days Masai Mara Kenya game parks safari is designed to provide a comprehensive safari experience, highlighting Kenya’s diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes in Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you’ll be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Take some time to relax after your journey or explore Nairobi, depending on your arrival time.
Day 2: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and embark on a scenic drive south to Amboseli National Park. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours, offering views of the Kenyan countryside and local communities. Arrive at your lodge or camp in Amboseli in time for lunch. Enjoy your first game drive in the afternoon, exploring the park known for its large herds of elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp in Amboseli.
Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Amboseli, catching the sunrise and witnessing wildlife at their most active. Return to your lodge for breakfast and then depart for Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours, with a stop for lunch en route. Upon arrival, check-in at your lodge or camp overlooking Lake Naivasha. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the lake, spotting hippos and a variety of bird species. Optional visit to Crescent Island for a walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp near Lake Naivasha.
Day 4: Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos and rhino sanctuary. The journey is short, taking approximately 1-2 hours. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and settle in. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru, exploring the park’s diverse habitats and searching for its resident wildlife, including both black and white rhinos. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp near Lake Nakuru.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru to catch wildlife at sunrise and enjoy the serene atmosphere. Return to your lodge for breakfast and check-out. Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations, taking approximately 5-6 hours. Arrive at your lodge or camp in Masai Mara in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara, known for its high concentration of wildlife and the annual wildebeest migration (seasonal highlight). Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp in Masai Mara.
Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara
Spend the entire day exploring Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Witness the spectacle of the Great Migration (seasonal) or search for the Big Five and other wildlife species throughout the reserve’s varied landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush. Optional visit to a local Maasai village to learn about their culture and traditional way of life (additional cost). Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp in Masai Mara.
Day 7: Masai Mara to Nairobi
Early morning game drive in Masai Mara for a final opportunity to spot wildlife and capture memorable moments. Return to your lodge for breakfast and check-out. Depart Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, a journey of approximately 5-6 hours. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon or early evening. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant (own expense) and overnight stay at your hotel in Nairobi.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time in Nairobi depending on your flight schedule. Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight, concluding your memorable 8-day Masai Mara Kenya game parks safari.