7 days / 6 nights

7 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli National Park

Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli → Nairobi

Overview

This seven-day safari from Nairobi links four of Kenya’s best-known wildlife areas. It begins on the plains of the Masai Mara, continues to the flamingo and rhino shores of Lake Nakuru, then pauses at Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and a walk on Crescent Island.

The journey ends in Amboseli National Park, where game drives take place beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. Each day brings new wildlife and scenery.

Duration 7 days / 6 nights
Route Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli → Nairobi
Starts and ends Nairobi hotel or airport
Minimum age 6+

Safari highlights

  • Legendary game viewing in the Masai Mara with chances of the Big Five
  • Flamingos, rhinos & dramatic Rift Valley scenery at Lake Nakuru
  • Boat safari on Lake Naivasha & walking safari on Crescent Island
  • Close encounters with Amboseli’s iconic elephant herds
  • Panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days
  • A perfectly balanced mix of adventure, scenery & relaxation

Day by day

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara by way of the Rift Valley. After check-in, head out on an evening game drive.
Meals Lunch & Dinner

Day 2

Full Day in Masai Mara

A full day of game drives in the Masai Mara, with a picnic lunch.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for an afternoon game drive in search of flamingos and rhinos.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

Travel on to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and a walk on Crescent Island.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

Drive south to Amboseli National Park and enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6

Full Day in Amboseli National Park

Morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli National Park.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7

Amboseli to Nairobi

A final game drive in Amboseli, then the return to Nairobi in the afternoon.
Meals Breakfast

Where you’ll stay

The lodges and camps on this itinerary. We can suggest other options at a different level if you prefer.

Cheetah in the Masai Mara

Masai Mara National Reserve

Near Talek, about 4.5 km from the Masai Mara National Reserve, with tents spread among bush and trees.
White rhino and flamingos at Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru National Park

Inside the south-eastern part of Lake Nakuru National Park, with views across the park to the lake.
Boat safari on Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha

On the south-eastern shore of Lake Naivasha, along Moi South Lake Road, on grounds shared with resident plains game.
Sunset in Amboseli National Park

Amboseli

About 1 km from Kimana Gate, just outside Amboseli National Park, at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro.

What’s included

Price includes

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your Nairobi hotel or airport
  • Full board accommodation whilst on safari in standard rooms
  • All park entry fees
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver/guide
  • Game drives as detailed in the itinerary
  • Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
  • A walking safari through Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha
  • Exclusive transport in a 4×4 all-weather safari jeep with a game viewing roof hatch and UHF radio
  • Drinking water
  • Emergency Air Medical Evacuation Cover
  • Government taxes

Price excludes

  • All optional activities and related fees
  • Night game drives, cultural visits, nature walks, trekking, balloon safaris and similar activities
  • All drinks at the hotels and lodges
  • Laundry
  • Tips and gratuities

Route map

From

$4,434

per person sharing

Prices are indicative. Tell us your dates and group and we will send your final quote.

Why book with us

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Rated 5 out of 5
“The experience was nothing short of Incredible. From the punctuality at pick Up, to the Top tier professionalism from our driver and guide @Bedan. … Special thanks to Mr Bedan for being an excellent guide and ensuring we were most comfortable throughout the entire safari.”

Paul N

· September 2026

Rated 5 out of 5
“Mbutu Tours offered us a seamless experience from enquiry to booking and the actual safari. John and Bedan, our guide and driver, were kind, professional and knowledgeable in the requirements for the trip and the animals that we spotted in the wild.”

Flo Ndiritu

Rated 5 out of 5
“We have learnt much more about animals during our 4 days safari than through all years at school. It was truly an amazing experience. We visited Masai Mara, Masai Village, Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island and on the last day we were in Nairobi National Park and in coffee factory.”

Magdalena

· June 2026

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