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6 Day Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli Camping Safari

6 Day Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli Camping Safari

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Overview

Enjoy a camping safari from Nairobi through three of Kenya’s most iconic wilderness destinations: the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli National Park. This 6-day itinerary includes two nights camping in the Masai Mara, game drives in the Mara and Lake Nakuru, a Lake Elementaita bird walk and two nights in Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

Masai Mara: Two nights near Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.

Lake Nakuru: Afternoon game drive among rhinos, flamingos, buffaloes, leopards and Rift Valley viewpoints.

Lake Elementaita: A peaceful morning bird walk along the lake shores.

Amboseli: Two nights near Kenya’s iconic elephant country, with views towards Mount Kilimanjaro.

Big Five and big cats: Search for lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos and cheetahs.

Camping: Stay in dome tents at selected campsites, with camping equipment and shared facilities.

Great Migration season: Travel between July and October for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.

Itinerary

Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara — Rift Valley Views to Open Plains

Depart Nairobi early and travel through the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara. Stop at a scenic viewpoint, check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.

Lenchada Tourist Camp, canvas tents
Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Masai Mara Game Drive — Follow Your Curiosity

Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve and search for the Big Five, predators, grazers, and birdlife.

Lenchada Tourist Camp, canvas tents
Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner
Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 3: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru — Rhino Country and Rift Valley Scenery

After an optional Maasai village visit, depart the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru. Enjoy lunch en route and set out on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.

Budget hotel or camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Lake Elementaita
Amboseli National Park
Day 4: Lake Elementaita to Amboseli — Birdlife, Plains and Kilimanjaro Views

Enjoy a morning bird walk along Lake Elementaita, then travel with a picnic lunch to Amboseli National Park for a late-afternoon game drive.

Amboseli Mountain View Camp, canvas tents
Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner
Day 5: Full-Day Amboseli Safari — Elephants and Kilimanjaro Views

Spend a full day on game drives in Amboseli National Park. Add an optional Maasai village visit in the afternoon.

Amboseli Mountain View Camp, canvas tents
Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner
Nairobi
Day 6: Amboseli to Nairobi — Return Transfer

After breakfast, depart Amboseli and return to Nairobi for your hotel or JKIA drop-off.

Wildlife

Wildlife Experience


Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route

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Inclusions

Transport in a safari-customised 4×4 vehicle with pop-up roof.

Professional English-speaking safari guide.

Two nights’ camping accommodation in the Masai Mara area.

One night’s Budget hotel accommodation in Nakuru.

Two nights’ camping accommodation in Amboseli.

Meals as listed in the itinerary.

Afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara on Day 1.

Full-day game drive in the Masai Mara on Day 2.

Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park on Day 3.

Bird walk along Lake Elementaita on Day 4.

Late-afternoon game drive in Amboseli on Day 4.

Full-day game drive in Amboseli on Day 5.

Applicable Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli park entrance fees for confirmed activities.

Bottled drinking water during game drives.

Applicable government taxes and statutory levies.

Exclude

International flights to and from Nairobi.

Kenya visa or applicable travel documentation costs.

Travel insurance and medical evacuation.

Optional Maasai village cultural visits.

Optional hot-air balloon safari.

Optional sundowner experience.

Beverages other than bottled water, including soft drinks and alcohol.

Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers or camp staff.

Personal items, souvenirs and additional snacks.

Additional accommodation, upgrades or services outside the confirmed itinerary.

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