7-Day Best of Kenya Premium Parks Safari
Overview
Tour Overview
Kenya Safari: The safari will take you through the savanna grasslands in the famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve, which is in the northern part of Serengeti National
Day by Day
Itinerary
Nairobi – Amboseli National Park (220 km – 3 to 4 hrs)
Day 1Nairobi – Amboseli National Park (220 km – 3 to 4 hrs) Nairobi – Amboseli National Park (220 km – 3 to 4 hrs) Arriving in Nairobi, you’ll be welcomed by our representative who will brief you on the exciting journey ahead. Set off for Amboseli National Park, where the iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro dominate the horizon. As you travel, you’ll see Kenya’s varied landscapes—from the urban outskirts to the open savannah. On arrival, settle into your lodge or camp, then head out for an evening game drive, watching for elephants, zebras, and antelopes grazing against the dramatic mountain backdrop. Enjoy dinner back at your accommodation, letting the stillness of the African night set the stage for the adventures to come. Main Destination: Amboseli National Park Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February High Season December to March and July to October (Busy) Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Amboseli NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant HippoCommon Show more HyenaCommon LionOccasional CheetahOccasional White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LeopardRare to None Wild DogNone Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP +9 Photos +8 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Full day exploring Amboseli National Park - Game Drives
Day 2Full day exploring Amboseli National Park - Game Drives Full day exploring Amboseli National Park - Game Drives Today is dedicated to immersing yourself in Amboseli’s wildlife and dramatic scenery. Rise early for a golden sunrise over Kilimanjaro—a sight best savored before morning clouds descend. Embark on game drives led by experienced guides who will help you spot Amboseli’s large elephant herds, graceful giraffes, and an abundance of birdlife thriving around seasonal marshes. Take a midday break at your lodge or enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, then continue your exploration until late afternoon. As dusk falls, return to your accommodation to dine and swap stories around the campfire before a restful night’s sleep. Main Destination: Amboseli National Park Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Amboseli – Lake Naivasha (310 km – 5 to 6 hrs)
Day 3Amboseli – Lake Naivasha (310 km – 5 to 6 hrs) Amboseli – Lake Naivasha (310 km – 5 to 6 hrs) After breakfast, depart Amboseli, traversing open plains dotted with acacia trees and watching local life unfold in small towns along the way. Upon arriving at Lake Naivasha, check in and pause for lunch before setting off on a leisurely boat ride. Cruise across the calm waters where hippos bob on the surface and waterfowl skim overhead. You’ll land at Crescent Island, a tranquil haven where zebras, impalas, and giraffes roam freely, offering a rare chance to walk among wildlife. Return to your lakeside lodge or camp by late afternoon to relax over dinner, soaking up the serene atmosphere of this freshwater gem. Main Destination: Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Accommodation: Osotua Luxury Resort Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate NP – Lake Nakuru National Park (80 km – 1 to 2 hrs)
Day 4Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate NP – Lake Nakuru National Park (80 km – 1 to 2 hrs) Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate NP – Lake Nakuru National Park (80 km – 1 to 2 hrs) Begin your morning with a cycling adventure in Hell’s Gate National Park, where you can pedal through dramatic gorges and past grazing wildlife—an exhilarating way to appreciate Kenya’s landscape up close. Wrap up by mid-morning and drive onward to Lake Nakuru, arriving at your accommodation in time for lunch. This afternoon, you’ll simply relax at your lodge or camp, soaking in the tranquil environment around Lake Nakuru. No game drives are scheduled today, saving the excitement for tomorrow’s early morning safari. Enjoy dinner on-site and take the evening to recharge for the journey ahead. (Cycling can be opted out & Be replaced with game drives in Lake Nakuru NP). Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain) High Season July to February (The park gets very busy) Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP GiraffeCommon White RhinoCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon Black RhinoOccasional Show more LionOccasional LeopardOccasional HyenaOccasional ElephantNone CheetahNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Ziwa Bush Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Lake Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara National Reserve (220 km – 3 to 4 hrs)
Day 5Lake Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara National Reserve (220 km – 3 to 4 hrs) Lake Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara National Reserve (220 km – 3 to 4 hrs) After an early breakfast, check out and head into Lake Nakuru National Park for a final mid-morning game drive. Enjoy the stunning lake views and keep an eye out for rhinos, buffalos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and the vibrant birdlife that makes this park world-famous. After your game drive, begin your journey to the Masai Mara, with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and a stop for lunch en route. Arrive in the late afternoon and settle into your lodge or camp. Later, enjoy an evening cultural experience with the Maasai community. Take a guided nature walk and visit a traditional Maasai village, learning about their lifestyle, traditions, and deep connection to the land. Return to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight, ready for an unforgettable safari experience in the Masai Mara. Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration) High Season June to October and December to March Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Masai Mara NR ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon LionCommon CheetahCommon ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more BuffaloCommon HippoCommon HyenaCommon LeopardOccasional Black RhinoRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara
Full day exploring Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 6Full day exploring Masai Mara National Reserve Full day exploring Masai Mara National Reserve Vast and teeming with life, the Masai Mara beckons you for a full-day safari. Start before sunrise if you wish, capturing the wilderness as it awakens—lions returning from a night’s hunt, herds of wildebeests grazing, and elephants meandering across the plains. Depending on the season, you might witness the Great Migration’s breathtaking river crossings, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras brave the crocodile-filled waters. A picnic lunch out in the bush is the perfect moment to soak up the unending horizon. By late afternoon, return to your lodge or camp for dinner, recounting the day’s sightings beneath a canopy of stars. Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Masai Mara National Reserve – Nairobi (280 km – 5 to 6 hrs) - Homebound
Day 7Masai Mara National Reserve – Nairobi (280 km – 5 to 6 hrs) - Homebound Masai Mara National Reserve – Nairobi (280 km – 5 to 6 hrs) - Homebound Start your final day in the Masai Mara with a leisurely breakfast and a relaxed morning at your lodge or camp. There’s no rush today, giving you time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and reflect on the incredible safari experience. By mid-morning, begin your journey back to Nairobi. Along the way, there will be stops for enroute lunch and a chance to shop for souvenirs at local markets, perfect for picking up a keepsake of your trip. Arrive in Nairobi in the evening, just in time to prepare for your international flight, bringing an end to a memorable adventure through Kenya. Main Destination: Nairobi (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the
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Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- What is included in this tour
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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We booked a 10-day Kenya safari with Imara, and it turned out to be one of the best travel decisions we’ve ever made. Our itinerary covered Amboseli National Park, Nairobi National Park, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Giraffe Centre, Maasai...
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Imara had fantastic communication with me from the very beginning and tailored my trip exactly as I wanted. Nothing was ever too much trouble for Lewis. The tour was great value for money. We stayed in a combination of tented camps and...
A huge thank you to Rama, our French-speaking guide, who was incredibly kind and helpful. He knows Kenya very well and taught us so much about the animals. It was a pleasure spending several days with him; he has a great sense of humor....
We had an amazing safari trip to Kenya from London and couldn’t be happier with Imara. Whenever I had questions, Lewis was always prompt, clear, and transparent in his responses, which gave us a lot of confidence while planning the trip....
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