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7 days Amboseli, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara Safari
This Kenya Classic Safari takes you to the foot of Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, Lake Naivasha and finally to Masai Mara for an amazing wildlife safari experience. Enjoy Elephant herds in Amboseli, Lions and the Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara, Hippos, Giraffes and birds of Lake Naivasha Kenya
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi
Upon arrival in Nairobi you will be received by our friendly staff and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. Accommodation at Aura Safaris and Mission Tours has been handpicked to ensure that our guests get the best experience and a taste of Kenya’s culture and hospitality after a long flight.
*Depending on your time of arrival, you may partake in an optional Excursion
Accommodation: Nairobi - dinner and 1 night
Day 2: Amboseli
After breakfast, depart Nairobi at approximately 07.30 Hours and drive south to Amboseli National Park. Amboseli National Park is located in Loitoktok District, Rift Valley Province of Kenya. The ecosystem mainly savannah grassland spread across the Kenya-Tanzania border. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to free-ranging elephants among other wildlife species including Lions, Cheetahs, Zebras, and Wildebeest among others. Other attractions of the park include opportunities to meet the Maasai and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Located at the foot of the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is home to a wealth of wildlife and particularly huge herds of elephants. Relax after lunch and start the evening game viewing drive at the late afternoon returning to lodge at dusk. Arrive in Amboseli National Park in time for lunch and your afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Amboseli - 2 Nights and all meals
Day 3: Amboseli
After breakfast at the camp, you will depart the camp with picnic lunch and explore the Amboseli Eco system further. Enjoy a full day game drive in the land of Elephants. Experience the wildlife that roam this national park. Crowned by Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, the Amboseli National Parks is one of Kenya's most popular parks. The name "Amboseli" comes from a Maasai word meaning "salty dust", and it is one of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up close. Nature lovers can explore five different habitats here ranging from the dried-up bed of Lake Amboseli, wetlands with sulfur springs, the savanna and woodlands. They can also visit the local Masai community who live around the park and experience their authentic culture.
Day 4: Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, you will depart Amboseli for your next destination – Lake Naivasha. You will retrace your way back to the city of Nairobi passing by the stretching athi plains. You will have lunch en route and continue with your journey to Lake Naivasha. The Lake Naivasha ecosystem is comprised of the saltwater lake, savannah grasslands and acacia forest. The lake supports a wide variety of water birds and different species of mammals including the giraffe, hippo, antelopes and others. You will enjoy a boat ride in the afternoon and a nature walk before returning to your lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha - 1 Night and all meals
Day 5: Masai Mara
Early breakfast and depart your camp heading for the Maasai Mara National Reserve. You will drive into Maasai land passing through the Kedong and Suswa plains making a stopover at the Maasai town of Narok. Continue towards the Maasai Mara arriving in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive. This is probably one of Kenya’s most visited reserve with an extraordinary density of animals including the Big five and many other varieties of plains game. The Mara River cuts through the Mara and Serengeti eco systems giving life to the both reserves finally pouring out into the Lake Victoria. Impressive and most notable is the wildebeest, zebra and gazelle instinct led migration from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara in Kenya. This journey is coupled by numerous obstacles which makes it even more magnificent
Accommodation: Masai Mara - 2 Nights and all meals
Day 6: Masai Mara
Depending on the wildlife migration patterns and the weather, you could either opt for Morning and evening game drives or alternatively venture out for a full day. Other optional activities on this day would be an early morning balloon flight over the Maasai Mara plains and a visit to the nearby Maasai communities.
Day 7: Nairobi
Have a relaxed breakfast at the accommodation with a spectacular view from the lodge. Then begin your journey back to Nairobi as you view beautiful scenery along the way. Enjoy extra game viewing en route as you drive through the plains and the floor of the Great Rift Valley arriving in Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi early afternoon.
Accommodation: Nairobi Not provided
Note: Depending on your flight, accommodation after the Safari can be arranged at an extra cost.
Highlights
- Amboseli National Park
- Lake Naivasha
- Masai Mara
- Great Rift Valley
Package Inclusions:
- 6 nights accommodation including breakfast
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1 night in Nairobi
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2 nights Amboseli
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1 night Lake Naivasha
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2 nights Masai Mara
- Accommodation varies from Luxury, Mid-range and budget.
-Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Includes wildlife permits and game rangers fees.
- Tour guide and all Transportation including meet and greet services,airport transfers to Nairobi.
Package exclusions:
- International Flights: We can assist with your flights to match your itinerary.
*If you have already booked your flight, please provide us your flight details or send us copies of e-tickets when you book/enquire.
-Travel expenses (unless covered by Aura Safaris).
-Activities or tours: Except as mentioned in the Package inclusions.
- Alcoholic drinks unless provided as part of an activity.
-Admission fees: Except as mentioned in the Package inclusions.
-Personal expenses
-Travel insurance
*Please read our Term and conditions.