5 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli
Duration
Tour Type
Safari Overview
Our Datmac 5-day safari itinerary starting with Maasai Mara, followed by Lake Nakuru, and concluding with Amboseli National Park. This route offers an immersive experience of Kenya’s diverse landscapes, from the vast savannahs to the Rift Valley lakes and the majestic views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Tour Plan
Activities
- Early morning departure from Nairobi and drive through the Great Rift Valley, with scenic stops for photography.
- Arrive at Maasai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch at your lodge or camp.
- Relax, then embark on an afternoon game drive to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) and other wildlife like cheetahs, hyenas, and giraffes.
- Return to the lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Highlights:
- Scenic drive through the Rift Valley.
- First game drive in the world-famous Maasai Mara.
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp or safari lodge in Maasai Mara.
Activities:
- Early morning game drive to witness predators hunting at dawn.
- Return to camp for breakfast or carry a packed breakfast to enjoy in the wild.
- Continue exploring the vast plains of the Maasai Mara, visiting key areas such as the Mara River (famous for the Great Migration) and other wildlife-rich zones.
- Optional visit to a Maasai village for a cultural experience.
- Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Highlights:
- Full-day wildlife exploration with opportunities to see lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests.
- Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise (additional cost).
Accommodation: Luxury tented camp or safari lodge in Maasai Mara.
Activities:
- After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, driving through the scenic Rift Valley.
- Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive in the park.
- Explore the park’s diverse habitats, from acacia forests to open plains, and spot flamingos, pelicans, white and black rhinos, and the elusive leopard.
- Enjoy sunset views over the lake before returning to your lodge.
Highlights:
- Birdwatching at Lake Nakuru, renowned for its flamingo population.
- Rhino sanctuary offering close encounters with these majestic creatures.
Accommodation: Safari lodge or tented camp near Lake Nakuru.
Activities:
- Early breakfast and departure for Amboseli National Park, with scenic views of Mount Kilimanjaro along the way.
- Arrive in the afternoon and check in to your lodge/camp.
- Enjoy a relaxed afternoon game drive, focusing on the park's famous elephant herds and other wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, and giraffes.
- Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Highlights:
- Iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak.
- Observation of large elephant herds in their natural habitat.
Accommodation: Lodge or luxury tented camp in Amboseli.
Activities:
- Optional early morning game drive to catch wildlife activity at sunrise with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast and check out.
- Drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon.
Highlights:
- Final chance to spot wildlife in Amboseli.
- Scenic drive back to Nairobi.
Included/Exclude
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing.
- Accommodation on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- Park entrance fees for Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli.
- Game drives led by a professional guide.
- Bottled water during game drives.
- Optional activities (Maasai village visit, hot air balloon safari).
- Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities.
- Travel insurance.
Facilities
Accepts Credit Cards
Bathtub
Restaurant
Swimming PoolWiFi
