6 Days Kenya Safari
Overview
This 6-day Kenya safari starting from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve for the large concentrations of wildebeest great migration and zebras. Then continue to Lake Nakuru National Park with more than 450 bird species such as the flamingos depending on the water levels and weather conditions.
You will then drive to Amboseli National Park which offers the best view of the highest mountain, Mountain Kilimanjaro in Africa.
This safari offers unforgettable cultural experiences with the local Maasai people, spotting rare wildlife such as reticulated giraffes, hyenas, crocodiles, gazelles, lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceros and African Buffaloes.
Finally, you will drive from Amboseli National Park back to Nairobi.
Highlights
- Explore three of Kenya’s premier safari destinations.
- Enjoy extensive game drives in the Maasai Mara.
- Search for the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife.
- Visit Lake Nakuru and look for rhinos, giraffes and diverse birdlife.
- Experience Amboseli’s large elephant herds.
- Mount Kilimanjaro viewing from Amboseli National Park.
- Experience Kenya’s diverse landscapes and wildlife.
Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Day 2: Full-day Maasai Mara safari.
Day 3: Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli
Day 5: Full-day Amboseli safari.
Day 6: Amboseli National Park to Nairobi.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Leave Nairobi and drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve after your breakfast.
On your way to Maasai Mara National Reserve, you will have a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint.
You will then continue to the Maasai Mara and arrive around midday.
Check into your lodge upon arrival and have lunch before going into relaxation from the journey.
After your relaxation, you will have an afternoon game drive through the reserve, searching for wildlife such as zebras, cheetahs, buffaloes, leopards, lions, wildebeest, elephants, giraffes and other wildlife.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Day 2: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
After your breakfast, get to Maasai Mara National Reserve for a full day game drive.
Explore different areas of the reserve while searching for the Big Five such as lions, elephants, leopards, African Buffaloes, rhinoceros and other wildlife.
We encourage our visitors to carry some packed lunch, energy snacks and water to keep your body fit for the activity.
The Mara’s open grasslands provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography.
After the full day engagement, get back to the lodge for dinner and overnight relaxation.
Day 3: Drive from Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After your early morning breakfast, check out of your Maasai lodge and leave for Lake Nakuru National Park.
Travel through Kenya’s scenic countryside and the Great Rift Valley before reaching the Lake Nakuru area.
Upon arrival, you will check-in and enjoy your lunch plus some relaxation from the journey.
After relaxation, embark on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park to spot wildlife such as zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, rhinos, lions and other wildlife grazing.
The lake also attracts a variety of waterbirds, including flamingos depending on current weather conditions and water levels.
Get back to your lodge after the wildlife viewing for dinner and relax for the next day.
Day 4: From Lake Nakuru National Park to Amboseli National Park
Depart Lake Nakuru National Park after your breakfast and drive to Amboseli National Park.
The journey is a little longer and takes some time, so you will enjoy the changing beautiful scenery as you cross through different parts of Kenya.
Arrive in the Amboseli area later in the day, check in and have dinner followed by sleep.
Day 5: Full-Day Amboseli Safari
Wake up early morning for breakfast before heading out for a full-day wildlife viewing session in Amboseli National Park for the large herds of elephants and Mount Kilimanjaro viewing on less crowded and good days.
You will explore the park’s swamps, plains and seasonal wetlands as you search for elephants, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, lions, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs and numerous bird species.
We urge you to pack some energy snacks and hydration solutions for your full day activity because it is physically demanding.
You will return to your lodge after this physically demanding exercise for dinner and relaxation.
Day 6: Amboseli to Nairobi
Wake up so early for a final morning game drive when the wildlife has not moved in search for food and water offering a possibility of seeing wildlife against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Get back to your lodge after this morning game drive
Check out of your lodge and drive for Nairobi town
You will have enroute lunch on your way to Nairobi.
Depending on the road conditions, traffic and driver’s speed, you will reach Nairobi in the afternoon or evening.
Upon arrival in Nairobi town, it makes the end of the 6-day Kenya safari.
Inclusions
- Full Board Accommodation
- Transportation Services such as fuel, car, driver
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All the activities stated
- Drinking water during game drives
- Park Entrance fees
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Visa/entry requirements and travel documentation
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Alcoholic and premium drinks
- Any other activity not listed
- Laundry
- Tips and gratuities
What to Carry
- Personal first aid kit
- Lightweight clothing
- Hydration
- Warmer
- Neutral clothing
- Hiking boats
- Rain jacket
- Valid Travel documents
- Hat
- Insect repellent
- A Camera & power bank
- Binoculars
- Waterproof small backpack
- Sunglasses