8-DAY CLASSIC KENYA SAFARI
Nairobi • Amboseli • Lake Nakuru • Maasai Mara.
Discover the classic Kenya safari experience over eight unforgettable days. Journey from Nairobi to the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli, through the spectacular Great Rift Valley and Lake Nakuru, before spending extended time exploring the legendary Maasai Mara.
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN NAIROBI
Nairobi | Arrival & Welcome.
Arrive in Nairobi, where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at your hotel or enjoy an optional experience in Nairobi.
Your safari briefing will take place before your adventure begins the following morning.
Overnight: Nairobi.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2 – NAIROBI TO AMBOSELI
Nairobi – Amboseli | Approx. 4–5 hours.
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel south towards Amboseli National Park.
Amboseli is famous for its magnificent elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive.
Explore the park’s open plains, wetlands and acacia landscapes while searching for elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.
Overnight: Amboseli.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 3 – FULL DAY AMBOSELI SAFARI
Full Day in Amboseli National Park.
Begin the day with an early morning game drive, offering an excellent opportunity for wildlife viewing and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Return for breakfast before continuing your exploration of Amboseli.
The park is particularly famous for its elephants, while lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and many bird species may also be encountered.
Enjoy lunch before an afternoon game drive and return to your accommodation in the evening.
Overnight: Amboseli.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 4 – AMBOSELI TO LAKE NAKURU
Amboseli – Lake Nakuru | Approx. 6–7 hours.
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel towards the Great Rift Valley and Lake Nakuru.
Enjoy the changing scenery as you cross Kenya’s beautiful countryside.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru, check into your accommodation and enjoy lunch.Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Search for rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, lions and other wildlife.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 5 – LAKE NAKURU TO MAASAI MARA
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara | Approx. 5–6 hours.
Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park before departing for the Maasai Mara.
Continue through the spectacular landscapes of the Great Rift Valley towards Kenya’s most famous wildlife destination.
Arrive in the Mara, check into your accommodation and enjoy lunch.
Later, head out for an afternoon game drive as you begin your exploration of the Maasai Mara.
Overnight: Maasai Mara.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 6 – FULL DAY MAASAI MARA SAFARI
Full Day in the Maasai Mara.
Spend the entire day exploring the Maasai Mara with your professional safari guide.
After breakfast, head into the reserve for a full-day game drive.
Search for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and numerous other species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Return to your camp or lodge in the evening.
Overnight: Maasai Mara.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 7 – SECOND FULL DAY MAASAI MARA SAFARI
Full Day in the Maasai Mara.
Enjoy another full day discovering the Maasai Mara. An additional full day gives you more time to explore different areas of the reserve and search for wildlife at different times of the day.
Begin with an early morning game drive before breakfast, followed by further exploration throughout the day.
Your guide will help you search for predators, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife.Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before your final afternoon game drive.
Return to your accommodation for your final evening in the Mara.
Overnight: Maasai Mara.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 8 – MAASAI MARA TO NAIROBI
Maasai Mara – Nairobi | Approx. 5–6 hours.
Wake up early for your final game drive in the Maasai Mara.
Enjoy one last opportunity to experience the incredible wildlife and beautiful savannah landscapes.
Return to your accommodation for breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi.
Travel through the Great Rift Valley and continue towards Nairobi.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon.
Your 8-Day Classic Kenya Safari comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
SAFARI INCLUDES;
• Private safari in a 4×4 safari vehicle
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
• Meals as indicated
• Game drives as outlined
• Applicable national park and reserve entrance fees
• Bottled drinking water during the safari
• Nairobi airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off.
SAFARI EXCLUDES;
• International flights
• Kenya visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal Expenses
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional activities not specifically included in the itinerary
READY FOR YOUR CLASSIC KENYA SAFARI?
Eight days of unforgettable wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and authentic African adventure.
Experience the elephants of Amboseli, the spectacular Great Rift Valley and the legendary wildlife of the Maasai Mara.
