Discover some of Kenya’s most famous wildlife destinations on this 7 Days Kenya Classic Safari from Nairobi.
This itinerary combines the open savannahs of Masai Mara, the wildlife and rhino habitat of Lake Nakuru, the scenic surroundings of Lake Naivasha, and the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli National Park.
The safari is designed for travelers who want a balanced introduction to Kenya, combining wildlife viewing, scenic landscapes and comfortable safari accommodation. You will enjoy guided game drives, full-board meals and accommodation while traveling between destinations in a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
The itinerary also allows enough time for full-day game drives in Masai Mara and Amboseli rather than rushing through every destination.
Your 7-day Kenya safari starts with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel, residence or agreed meeting point.
Drive west toward the Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a short stop at a scenic viewpoint before continuing toward the Mara.
Arrive in the Masai Mara area around lunchtime and check in at your accommodation.
After lunch and some time to relax, head out for your first afternoon Masai Mara game drive.
Explore the open grasslands in search of lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and other wildlife.
Return to camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve.
The Mara is famous for its large concentrations of wildlife and open savannah landscapes.
Your safari guide will take you through different areas of the reserve while looking for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs and, with luck, leopards and rhinos.
A packed picnic lunch allows you to spend most of the day inside the reserve.
During the migration season, you may also encounter large herds of wildebeest and other migratory animals. Migration movements are natural and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Return to your accommodation in the evening.
After breakfast, leave Masai Mara and travel toward Lake Nakuru National Park.
The drive takes you through the Kenyan countryside before reaching the Lake Nakuru region.
After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive in the park.
Lake Nakuru is known for its rhino population, giraffes, buffalo and diverse birdlife. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, you may also encounter lions and other species.
Enjoy the scenery around the lake before heading to your accommodation.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru area hotel/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Transfer from Masai Mara, afternoon game drive
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park before departing for Lake Naivasha.
Continue to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake located in Kenya's Great Rift Valley.
After arrival and lunch, you can enjoy the afternoon at leisure or choose an optional Lake Naivasha boat ride.
A boat trip provides opportunities to see hippos and water birds while enjoying views across the lake.
You can also choose to visit the nearby Hell's Gate National Park as an optional activity, depending on the itinerary and timing.
Overnight near Lake Naivasha.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha hotel/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Lake Nakuru game drive, transfer to Naivasha, optional boat ride
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and begin the journey toward Amboseli National Park.
Amboseli is located in southern Kenya and is particularly known for its large elephant populations and views toward Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in the Amboseli area and check in at your accommodation.
After lunch, enjoy an afternoon or evening Amboseli game drive if time and park conditions allow.
Look for elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeest and other wildlife across the park's open plains.
Return to your camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Amboseli budget/mid-range camp or lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Transfer to Amboseli, afternoon/evening game drive
Wake up early for a full-day safari in Amboseli National Park.
The morning provides an opportunity for wildlife viewing and, when weather conditions are clear, possible views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Explore the park with your safari guide and look for large elephant herds, lions, buffalo, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest and other plains wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day's safari before continuing your game drive.
Amboseli's open landscapes can provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography, especially around elephant herds.
Return to your accommodation in the evening.
Accommodation: Same Amboseli camp/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Full-day Amboseli game drive
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Amboseli.
This final drive gives you another opportunity to see wildlife and enjoy the park's scenery before departure.
Return to your accommodation for breakfast and check out.
Begin your journey back to Nairobi. Depending on traffic and your final destination, arrival will normally be later in the afternoon.
Your 7 Days Kenya Classic Safari ends with drop-off at your Nairobi hotel, residence or another agreed location.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Activities: Morning game drive, breakfast, Nairobi transfer