Overview
An 8-day classic Kenya safari circuit — Amboseli elephants, Lake Nakuru flamingos, and Masai Mara Big Five.
This classic 8-day route connects three of Kenya's most legendary parks in a single sweeping arc. Start beneath Kilimanjaro at Amboseli, where vast elephant herds wander the dried lake bed and the mountain's glaciers glow pink at dawn. Head northwest to Lake Nakuru, a soda lake ringed by flamingos and home to both black and white rhinos. Finish with three glorious nights in the Masai Mara, where lion prides, cheetah coalitions, and leopard territories overlap in one of the highest predator densities on Earth. The diversity is staggering — from Amboseli's open plains to Nakuru's woodland thickets to the Mara's endless savannahs, you'll experience three completely different ecosystems, each with its own character and wildlife speciality. This is the Kenya circuit that delivers maximum variety in minimum time.
Safari Highlights
Your Journey
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive at JKIA. Transfer to the Fairmont The Norfolk hotel for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Fairmont The NorfolkMeals: DinnerAirport transferDay 2
Nairobi to Amboseli
After breakfast depart for Amboseli. Lunch and afternoon game drive with Kilimanjaro views.
Overnight: Ol Tukai LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerScenic driveAfternoon game driveDay 3
Amboseli Full Day Game Drive
Full-day safari in Amboseli. Elephant herds, wetland birds, and Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Overnight: Ol Tukai LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerFull day game driveDay 4
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru
After breakfast depart for Lake Nakuru. Lunch and afternoon game drive.
Overnight: Nakuru Sopa LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerScenic driveAfternoon game driveDay 5
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
After breakfast depart for Masai Mara. Lunch and afternoon game drive.
Overnight: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerScenic driveAfternoon game driveDay 6
Masai Mara Full Day Game Drive
Full-day safari in the Masai Mara.
Overnight: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerFull day game driveBig cat trackingDay 7
Masai Mara — Balloon or Game Drive
Opt for an early morning hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast then game drives, or a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
Overnight: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo CampMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOptional balloon safariGame driveDay 8
Departure Day
Early breakfast and transfer to the airport.
Overnight: N/AMeals: BreakfastAirport transfer
What's Included
Included
- Nairobi airport transfers
- All national park entrance fees (3 parks)
- Full-board accommodation (7 nights)
- Dedicated English-speaking driver-guide
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Unlimited game drives in all parks
- Drinking water and snacks on drives
Not Included
- International flights
- Kenya e-Visa ($52)
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Tips & gratuities ($15–25/day recommended)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional hot air balloon safari ($450 pp)
- Personal expenses
Price Per Person
Where to Stay
LUXURY_LODGEMara Serena Safari Lodge
Masai MaraPerched on a commanding hilltop in the heart of the Masai Mara, Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers panoramic views of the savanna and front-row access to the Great Migration river crossings.
from $280/night
LUXURY_LODGEAmboseli Serena Safari Lodge
AmboseliSet against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge is a lush oasis surrounded by Amboseli's legendary elephant herds and acacia woodland.
from $250/night
TENTED_CAMPSamburu Intrepids Camp
SamburuA riverside luxury tented camp shaded by giant acacia trees on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu National Reserve, home to the unique Samburu Special Five.
from $260/night
