Overview
Experience the very best of Kenya’s iconic wilderness on this hand-crafted, 9-day private safari. Designed around comfort, optimal wildlife viewing, and seamless overland travel, this journey spans the predator-dense savannahs of the Maasai Mara, the bird-rich waters of Lake Nakuru, the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha, the giant elephant herds of Amboseli under Mount Kilimanjaro, and the rugged volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West. Traveling in a private customized 4x4 Mini Van with an expert local driver-guide, you will enjoy a high degree of flexibility, unhurried game viewing, and comfortable mid-range lodge and tented camp stays strategically positioned close to park entry points.
Locations
> You'll be collected from the airport.
> Accommodations, Destinations and length of this tour can be customized.
> Additional accommodation before and end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1 - Arrival in Nairobi & Transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or your Nairobi hotel by your Aureli Safaris driver-guide. Settle into your private safari minivan as we journey through the Great Rift Valley, descending past scenic viewpoints toward the golden plains of the Maasai Mara. Arrive at camp in time to check in, relax, and enjoy a fresh hot lunch. In the late afternoon, head out for your first game drive in search of big cats, elephants, and grazers returning to the plains as the heat of the day subsides.
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 2 - Full-Day Wildlife Exploration in the Maasai Mara
Dedicate a full day to exploring the vast expanses of the Maasai Mara. After an early breakfast, set out with a packed picnic lunch to reach deeper into the reserve, including the Mara River region. Your guide will track resident prides of lions, elusive leopards, cheetahs scanning the open grass, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Pop up the roof hatch for unobstructed photography and game viewing. Enjoy your picnic lunch under the shade of an acacia tree before continuing your tracking through the afternoon. Return to camp by early evening to unwind around the campfire.
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 3 - Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, bid farewell to the Mara and drive north toward Lake Nakuru National Park, an eco-sanctuary renowned for its birdlife and rhino conservation. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive across the acacia woodlands and along the lake shores. Lake Nakuru offers exceptional opportunities to spot both black and white rhinos at close range, along with endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, waterbucks, and flocks of pink flamingos along the water’s edge.
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Enjoy a relaxed morning breakfast before a brief journey south to freshwater Lake Naivasha, situated at the highest point of the Rift Valley. Upon arrival and check-in at your lodge, spend the late morning at leisure. In the afternoon, enjoy a tranquil boat safari on the lake to observe resident hippo pods up close and spot waterbirds such as African fish eagles, kingfishers, and herons nesting in the papyrus reeds.
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Day 5 - Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Depart early after breakfast for the scenic drive across southern Kenya toward Amboseli National Park, world-famous for its views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro and large elephant herds. Arrive at your lodge near the park boundary in time for lunch. Spend the remainder of the afternoon enjoying the lodge amenities or taking a gentle rest before evening dinner as the sun sets over the southern skyline.
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 6 - Full-Day Game Viewing in Amboseli National Park
Rise early for sunrise views over Mount Kilimanjaro when the peak is clearest. Following breakfast, set out into the park for a full day of game viewing with a packed picnic lunch. Explore the Ol Tukai and Enkongo Narok swamps, where large elephant families feed alongside hippos, buffaloes, and waterfowl. You may also opt for an immersive visit to a local Maasai cultural village (optional; arranged on site) to learn about traditional customs, dances, and homesteads.
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 7 - Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park
After breakfast, travel east toward the volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West National Park. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, then embark on an afternoon game drive. Visit the iconic Mzima Springs, a natural oasis where millions of gallons of crystal-clear underground volcanic water emerge daily. Take a guided walking safari along the springs to observe hippos and crocodiles from an underwater viewing chamber, along with resident wildlife drinking along the banks.
Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa
Day 8 - Exploring Tsavo West National Park
Spend another full day discovering the varied topographies of Tsavo West. After breakfast, head out with your guide to explore elevated points like Roaring Rocks and Poacher’s Lookout for panoramic views of the ancient lava fields, or inspect the young volcanic Chaimu Crater. Look out for adapted species such as the agile klipspringer, lesser kudu, and large herds of red-dusted Tsavo elephants. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the park before completing your afternoon game tracking.
Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa
Day 9 - Tsavo West to Nairobi & Departure
Enjoy a final early morning game drive in the park, followed by breakfast at the lodge. Check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi in your comfortable minivan, with a stop for lunch en route. Upon arrival in Nairobi in the late afternoon, your guide will drop you off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your evening flight or at your designated city hotel.
> You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Rates by Travelers
| Start dates | End dates | Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
5 people 3 room |
6 people 3 room |
6+ people |
| 2026-09-03 | 2027-03-31 | $ 4,640.00 | $ 3,150.00 | $ 3,025.00 | $ 2,935.00 | $ 2,845.00 | $ 2,745.00 | Request Quote |
Getting There
- This tour starts Nairobi and ends in Nairobi
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Accommodations, Destinations and length of this tour can be customized
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Included
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excluded
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of US$ option per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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