Experience Kenya’s wildlife, lakes and landscapes on this 8 Days Kenya Wildlife & Lakes Safari from Nairobi.
This carefully planned safari combines four of Kenya’s popular destinations: the wildlife-rich Masai Mara National Reserve, the scenic and wildlife-filled Lake Nakuru National Park, the freshwater surroundings of Lake Naivasha, and the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli National Park.
With eight days, there is more time to enjoy the destinations without making the itinerary feel rushed. You will have extended game-viewing opportunities in Masai Mara and Amboseli, along with visits to two of Kenya’s most recognizable Rift Valley lakes.
The safari is suitable for travelers looking for a classic Kenya wildlife safari with a mixture of game drives, landscapes, lakes and comfortable accommodation.
Your 8-day Kenya safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel, residence or agreed meeting point.
Drive toward the Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a stop at a scenic viewpoint before continuing toward the Mara.
Arrive around lunchtime and check in at your camp or lodge.
After lunch and a short rest, head out for your first afternoon Masai Mara game drive.
Explore the open savannah in search of lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and other wildlife.
Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Masai Mara budget/mid-range camp or lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Nairobi pickup, Rift Valley viewpoint, afternoon game drive
After breakfast, spend the entire day exploring Masai Mara National Reserve.
The reserve is well known for its open grasslands and diverse wildlife. Your safari guide will explore different areas of the reserve in search of predators and plains game.
Possible sightings include lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other antelopes. Leopards and rhinos may also be seen, although wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Enjoy a packed picnic lunch inside the reserve to maximize your game-viewing time.
During the migration season, there may be opportunities to see large herds of wildebeest and other migratory animals.
Return to camp or lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Same Masai Mara camp/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Full-day Masai Mara game drive
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive toward Lake Nakuru National Park.
Travel through Kenya's scenic countryside before reaching the Lake Nakuru region.
After lunch, enjoy an afternoon Lake Nakuru game drive.
The park is known for its rhinos, giraffes, buffalo and diverse birdlife. You may also encounter lions and other wildlife during your drive.
Enjoy the views around the lake before heading to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru area hotel/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Transfer to Lake Nakuru, afternoon game drive
Start the morning with breakfast followed by a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Continue toward Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in Kenya's Great Rift Valley.
After arrival, enjoy lunch and some time to relax.
In the afternoon, choose an optional Lake Naivasha boat ride. The lake is known for hippos and a wide range of bird species.
Depending on your preferred itinerary and timing, you can also visit Hell's Gate National Park for its dramatic landscapes, cliffs and gorges.
Spend the night near Lake Naivasha.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha hotel/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Morning Nakuru game drive, transfer to Naivasha, optional boat ride/Hell's Gate
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and travel south toward Amboseli National Park.
The journey takes you through different Kenyan landscapes before reaching the Amboseli region.
After arrival and check-in, have lunch at your accommodation.
Later in the afternoon, enjoy your first Amboseli game drive.
Amboseli is particularly famous for its elephants and open landscapes. On clear days, you may also have views toward Mount Kilimanjaro.
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 game drive
Wake up early for a full-day Amboseli National Park safari.
The morning offers opportunities for wildlife viewing and possible views of Mount Kilimanjaro when weather conditions are clear.
Explore the park in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest and other wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day's game drive and continue exploring the park in the afternoon.
Amboseli's open plains can provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography, particularly for elephant sightings.
Return to your accommodation in the evening.
Accommodation: Same Amboseli camp/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Full-day game drive
After breakfast, enjoy another Amboseli game drive before beginning your journey back to Nairobi.
This morning provides another opportunity to explore the park and look for wildlife.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for lunch or breakfast depending on the day's schedule before checking out.
Drive toward Nairobi and arrive later in the afternoon or evening.
Check in at your Nairobi hotel for your final night.
Accommodation: Nairobi hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Activities: Morning game drive, Nairobi transfer
Enjoy breakfast at your Nairobi hotel.
Depending on your flight schedule, you can spend the morning relaxing or exploring Nairobi at your own expense.
Your safari representative will arrange your transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or another agreed Nairobi location.
Your 8 Days Kenya Wildlife & Lakes Safari ends with your airport or Nairobi drop-off.
Meals: Breakfast
Activities: Nairobi transfer / departure