8-Day Kenya Classic Safari – Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli

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8-Day Kenya Classic Safari – Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli

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Meals, Accommodation, and International Airfare

COUNTRIES

Kenya

Safari Style

Private Safari

Experience Kenya’s Most Iconic Wildlife Destinations at Your Own Pace

At A Glance

Mid-Range Safari

$3,399
Per Person Sharing

Destinations
Kenya

Luxury Safari

$6,999
Per Person Sharing

Departure: Nairobi, Kenya

Prices are based on two adults sharing accommodation and are subject to seasonal rates, flight availability and accommodation availability.

Tour Highlights

Spend three nights exploring the legendary Masai Mara.
Search for Africa’s Big Five across Kenya’s celebrated wildlife habitats.
Enjoy excellent opportunities to spot lions, leopards and cheetahs.
Witness the Great Migration in the Masai Mara during its seasonal passage.
Visit Lake Nakuru, an important sanctuary for black and white rhinos.
Discover Amboseli’s impressive elephant herds and open wetlands.
Capture spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro when weather conditions permit.
Travel through the breathtaking landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.
Add an optional sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara.
Experience an optional Maasai cultural visit.

Overview

Experience the Best of Kenya in Eight Unforgettable Days

Discover the extraordinary diversity of Kenya on an eight-day private safari through three of its most celebrated wildlife destinations: Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and Amboseli National Park.

Follow the spectacular wildlife of the Masai Mara, explore Lake Nakuru’s important rhino conservation landscapes and encounter Amboseli’s magnificent elephant herds beneath the towering presence of Mount Kilimanjaro. Along the way, enjoy the dramatic scenery of the Great Rift Valley and the freedom of a safari designed around your interests.

Choose a comfortable mid-range experience with private road transfers or elevate your journey with luxury lodges and selected domestic flights for greater convenience. With a dedicated safari guide and private game-viewing experience, every part of this journey is designed to bring you closer to Kenya’s remarkable wildlife and landscapes.

Bookings & Pricing

Choose Your Preferred Safari Experience

Mid-Range Safari

$3,499
Per Person Sharing

Comfortable safari lodges, excellent hospitality and authentic wildlife experiences.

Luxury Safari

$5,499
Per Person Sharing

Premium safari accommodation, refined hospitality and elevated comfort.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where your private safari representative will welcome you and transfer you to your Nairobi hotel.

Settle in and enjoy a relaxed first evening in Kenya. The remainder of the day is left open for you to recover from your international journey and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Nairobi
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and journey south towards Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Set against the magnificent backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds, open plains and spectacular photographic scenery.

Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. Explore the park in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and an impressive variety of birdlife.

Return to your lodge as the day draws to a close.

Accommodation: Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 – Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Amboseli

Spend a full day discovering the remarkable wildlife and landscapes of Amboseli. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across its open grasslands, seasonal wetlands and acacia woodlands.

Look out for Amboseli’s famous elephant herds and other wildlife, including lions, hyenas, buffaloes, giraffes and plains game. When skies are clear, Mount Kilimanjaro provides an unforgettable backdrop for wildlife photography.

Between game drives, return to your lodge to relax, enjoy lunch and take in the peaceful surroundings.

Accommodation: Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 – Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park

After breakfast, leave Amboseli and travel towards Tsavo West National Park, a wilderness of ancient lava flows, rocky outcrops, rolling hills and open savanna.

Arrive at your lodge and enjoy lunch before exploring the park on an afternoon game drive. One of the day’s highlights is a visit to Mzima Springs, where clear underground waters emerge to create a beautiful oasis inhabited by hippos, crocodiles, fish and waterbirds.

Continue your wildlife exploration before returning to the lodge for dinner and an evening surrounded by nature.

Accommodation: Tsavo West National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 – Full-Day Exploration of Tsavo West

Enjoy a full day exploring the diverse landscapes of Tsavo West. Its dramatic scenery, volcanic formations, natural springs and rugged wilderness make it one of Kenya’s most distinctive safari destinations.

Set out on game drives in search of elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife. Your private safari vehicle allows flexibility to spend more time observing animals, appreciating the scenery and capturing photographs along the way.

Return to your lodge for a relaxed evening in the heart of the wilderness.

Accommodation: Tsavo West National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 – Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

After breakfast, continue eastwards to Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest protected wilderness areas. Famous for its expansive open plains, red-earth landscapes and distinctive red-dusted elephants, Tsavo East offers a contrasting safari experience.

Arrive and settle into your lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s vast savannas while looking for elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.

Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the wilderness.

Accommodation: Tsavo East National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 – Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Tsavo East

Spend your final full safari day exploring the magnificent wilderness of Tsavo East. Venture across its wide-open landscapes in search of the park’s legendary red elephants, which acquire their distinctive colour by dusting themselves with the region’s reddish soil.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with opportunities to encounter lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and a variety of bird species. Your guide will help you discover the park’s wildlife and unique natural features while allowing time for photography and quiet moments in the African bush.

Return to your lodge for a memorable final evening surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wilderness.

Accommodation: Tsavo East National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 – Tsavo East to Nairobi & Departure

After breakfast, bid farewell to Tsavo East and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel from Kenya’s southern wilderness towards the capital.

On arrival, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight.

Meals: Breakfast

An evening international departure is recommended due to the substantial road journey from Tsavo East to Nairobi. For earlier flights, consider arranging an additional night in Nairobi.

Cost Includes

Park entrance fees.
Full-board accommodation during the safari.
Private 4×4 safari vehicle for game drives in each destination.
Professional English-speaking safari guides.
Private morning and afternoon game drives as outlined.
Breakfast daily
Lunches and dinners during the safari
Bottled drinking water throughout the expedition

Cost Excludes

International airfare to and from Kenya.
Comprehensive travel insurance
Alcoholic and premium beverages.
Personal expenses
Optional activities not listed
Gratuities

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Why choose this Kenya southern safari?

Three parks, three distinctive wilderness experiences. This itinerary combines the iconic elephant country of Amboseli, the dramatic volcanic scenery of Tsavo West and the vast red-earth plains of Tsavo East.

Amboseli: Famous for its elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Tsavo West: A beautiful mix of volcanic landscapes, rugged hills and the natural oasis of Mzima Springs.
Tsavo East: An expansive wilderness celebrated for its red-dusted elephants and open savanna landscapes.

With a private guide and vehicle throughout, you can enjoy a more personal safari experience, with flexibility for wildlife viewing, photography and relaxation.

Why Travel with Earth Explorers Inc.?

At Earth Explorers, we believe that the best safaris are built around meaningful experiences, personal attention and a genuine connection with Africa.

Discover the extraordinary beauty of Kenya’s southern wilderness with Earth Explorers. From Amboseli’s magnificent elephants to Tsavo’s red-earth landscapes, this private safari offers a memorable journey through three of Kenya’s most captivating national parks.

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