Big Five Plains & Rift Valley Views
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Enjoy a private nine-day Kenya safari from the Kenya coast to Nairobi, through Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara.
Tsavo East National Park: Explore vast red-earth plains and open savannah, with opportunities to search for Tsavo’s famous red-dusted elephants.
Tsavo West National Park: Discover rugged volcanic scenery, lava flows, rocky hills and a visit to Mzima Springs.
Amboseli National Park: Spend two nights in elephant country, with open plains, seasonal wetlands and possible Mount Kilimanjaro views.
Full day in Amboseli: Enjoy extended private game drives shaped around your interests and the day’s wildlife activity.
Lake Naivasha: Enjoy a relaxed freshwater-lake setting, with optional boat safari, Crescent Island walk or Hell’s Gate visit.
Lake Nakuru National Park: Discover a scenic Rift Valley park known for black and white rhino conservation and Rothschild’s giraffes.
Masai Mara National Reserve: Spend two nights in Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.
Private safari experience: Travel with a dedicated driver-guide and adapt the pace of your game drives within the itinerary, park regulations and daily conditions.
Flexible accommodation: Choose budget, midrange or luxury accommodation for your Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara stays, with specific properties confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Depart your agreed coastal location and travel to Tsavo East. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through red-earth landscapes and wildlife-rich habitats. Mombasa pick-up is included; Diani Beach, Watamu, and Malindi departures carry an additional charge.
Enjoy a morning game drive in Tsavo East, then travel to Tsavo West. Visit Mzima Springs and enjoy an afternoon game drive through volcanic scenery and rocky hills.
Travel from Tsavo West to Amboseli. Arrive for check-in and enjoy an evening game drive, with possible Mount Kilimanjaro views when conditions allow.
Spend a full day on game drives in Amboseli, exploring open plains, seasonal wetlands and wildlife-rich habitats.
Enjoy a morning game drive in Amboseli, then travel to Lake Naivasha. Arrive for check-in and choose an optional boat safari, Crescent Island walk, or Hell’s Gate visit.
Travel from Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru. Arrive for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive through rhino country and Rift Valley scenery.
Travel from Lake Nakuru to the Masai Mara. Arrive for check-in and enjoy an afternoon game drive through Big Five territory.
Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara, exploring open plains, riverine areas, and wildlife-rich habitats.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Masai Mara. After breakfast and check-out, return to Nairobi for your agreed hotel, JKIA, Wilson Airport, or another confirmed drop-off location.
Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route
The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa
Agreed Mombasa pick-up.
Private road safari transport in a 4×4 Toyota Safari Land Cruiser.
Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
One night in the Tsavo East area at your selected accommodation level.
One night in the Tsavo West area at your selected accommodation level.
Two nights in the Amboseli area at your selected accommodation level.
One night at Lake Naivasha at your selected accommodation level.
One night in the Lake Nakuru area at your selected accommodation level.
Two nights in the Masai Mara area at your selected accommodation level.
Meals as listed in the itinerary.
Scheduled game drives in Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara.
Visit to Mzima Springs in Tsavo West.
Applicable park and reserve entrance fees for the confirmed itinerary.
Bottled drinking water during scheduled safari travel and game drives.
Applicable government taxes and statutory levies.
Agreed Nairobi hotel, JKIA, Wilson Airport or other confirmed drop-off.
Pick-up in Diani Beach, Watamu or Malindi; these can be arranged at an additional cost.
International and domestic flights.
Applicable entry authorisation and travel documentation costs.
Travel insurance and personal medical expenses.
Beverages beyond those included in your accommodation’s meal plan.
Optional Lake Naivasha boat safari and Crescent Island walk.
Optional Hell’s Gate cycling or guided walking, plus associated entry, bicycle-hire or guiding fees.
Optional game drives and other optional activities outside the confirmed itinerary.
Laundry, telephone charges, shopping and other personal expenses.
Tips and gratuities for your driver-guide, local guide and accommodation staff.
Additional accommodation, room upgrades or services outside the confirmed quotation.
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Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Lake Nakuru National Park · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Lake Naivasha · Lake Nakuru National Park · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport