7 Days Kenya Classic Safari – Big Five & Iconic Wildlife Journey

7 Days Kenya Classic Safari from Nairobi to Amboseli Park
7 Days 6 Nights

Overview

Set off on a 7-day Kenya Classic Safari that takes you from Nairobi to Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife parks. Witness massive elephant herds roaming Amboseli with Mount Kilimanjaro as a stunning backdrop, spot hippos and diverse birdlife in lush wetlands, and marvel at flamingos and White Rhinos at Lake Nakuru. Conclude your journey in the legendary Masai Mara, home to the Big Five—Lions, Elephants, Leopards, Buffaloes, and Rhinos—where the savannah comes alive with wildlife action.

This safari combines breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and luxurious lodges with expert guides, creating an unforgettable adventure for photographers, wildlife lovers, and first-time safari travelers.

Itinerary at a Glance
  • Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli
  • Day 2: Amboseli
  • Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Naivasha.
  • Day 4: Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru.
  • Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara.
  • Day 6: Masai Mara
  • Day 7: Masai Mara to Nairobi

Itinerary

 

  • Pick-up from Nairobi Hotel or Airport at 07:00 Hrs by your professional safari guide

  • Short briefing on the day’s safari before departure

  • Drive via Nairobi–Mombasa Highway and turn off at Emali towards Amboseli

  • Arrive at lodge/camp for lunch and check-in

  • Afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park to spot elephant herds, giraffes, lions, zebras, buffaloes, cheetahs, ostriches, and warthogs

  • Enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting)

  • Return to lodge at sunset

  • Overnight: Amboseli Lodge or similar

  • Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

  • 07:30 – Morning breakfast at the lodge

  • Full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park with picnic lunch boxes

  • Spot elephant herds, giraffes, lions, zebras, buffaloes, cheetahs, and other wildlife roaming between woodlands and swamps

  • Enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak (5,895 m / 19,000 ft)

  • Visit Amboseli Viewpoint for panoramic park views and enjoy picnic lunch with a cool breeze by the lake

  • Afternoon game drive on the way back to the lodge

  • Return to lodge/camp at 16:00 Hrs

  • Overnight: Amboseli Lodge or similar

  • 07:00 – Depart Amboseli after breakfast with your safari guide

  • Drive through Nairobi towards the Great Rift Valley, stopping for photos at scenic viewpoints

  • Visit the “Smallest Catholic Church in the World”, built by Italian prisoners in 1942

  • Continue to Lake Naivasha, arriving at the lodge/resort around 13:00 Hrs for check-in and lunch

  • 15:00 – Short drive to the boat launch for a freshwater lake cruise

  • Spot hippos, fish eagles, kingfishers, pelicans, cormorants, and other birdlife

  • Return to the lodge in the evening

  • Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or similar

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (FB)

  • Distance: ~300 km | Travel Time: ~6 hours

  • 09:00 – Breakfast at the lodge, then check out and depart for Lake Nakuru via Naivasha–Gilgil–Nakuru Highway

  • 12:30 – Arrive at lodge/camp, check-in, and enjoy lunch

  • 16:00 – Evening game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Spot White Rhinos, Rothschild Giraffes, Buffaloes, Zebras, Gazelles, Impalas, Warthogs, Ostriches, Pelicans, Cormorants, and seasonal flamingos

  • Return to lodge at sunset

  • Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (FB)

  • Distance: ~120 km | Travel Time: ~2 hours

  • 07:30 – Breakfast at the lodge, then depart for Masai Mara via Narok town

  • Drive through Kenya’s fertile wheat and barley farmlands

  • Arrive at lodge/camp for lunch and a short rest

  • 16:00 – Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Spot Lions, Elephants, Buffaloes, Zebras, Gazelles, Antelopes, Ostriches, Warthogs, Cheetahs, and occasionally Leopards

  • Return to the lodge/camp at sunset

  • Overnight: Mara Sentrim Camp or similar (3-star)

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (FB)

  • Breakfast at the lodge at 07:30 Hrs

  • Full-day game drive with picnic lunch in Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Visit Mara River to spot crocodiles and birds

  • Track Elephants, Lions, Zebras, Cheetahs, and occasionally Leopards and Black Rhinos

  • Picnic lunch in the savannah surrounded by wildlife

  • Afternoon game drive returning to lodge

  • Overnight: Mara Sentrim Camp or similar

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (FB)

  • 07:30 – Breakfast at the lodge and check out

  • Depart Masai Mara, drive via Narok across rolling wheat and barley farms

  • Cross the Rift Valley plains, spotting wildlife along the way

  • Arrive in Nairobi around noon for farewell lunch at Carnivore Restaurant

  • Taste a variety of meats: Beef, Goat, Lamb, Chicken, Fish, Turkey, Crocodile, Ostrich, Camel, Ox-Balls, and desserts

  • 14:30 – Transfer to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for outbound flights

  • Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

End of Safari Services

Highlights

  • Witness the Big Five in Masai Mara and across Kenya’s national parks.
  • Observe enormous elephant herds in Amboseli under the towering Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Spot rare Samburu species, flamingos, hippos, and exotic birdlife.
  • Scenic drives through the Rift Valley, fertile farmlands, and iconic savannah plains.
  • Boat cruise on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and waterbirds up close.
  • Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari over Masai Mara with champagne breakfast.
  • Professional guides ensure wildlife insight, safety, and unforgettable encounters.

Include/Excludes

  • Main Quote Includes:
  • Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as specified on the Itinerary
  • All Safari Game Drives
  • Services of an English / French / Spanish professional and Experienced Safari Driver guide.
  • Vehicle & Driver guide’s Park Entry Fees Included in the Package
  • Pick up and drop off points before and after Safari
  • Complimentary 1 Liter of water Per person per day
  • Taxes & Levies included in the Package.
  • Emergency Air Evacuation by Flying Doctors (EXCLUDES Hospitalization & Medical Bills)
  • Either Your OWN Private Toyota Land Cruiser 4*4 OR Tour Van as agreed Upon.
  • Nairobi Accommodation NOT included in the Package
  • Drinks
  • Kenya Visa Fees
  • Extra activities (Hot Air Balloon Ride & Masai Village)
  • Tips for your Professional & Experienced Safari Driver Guide NOT included in the Package
  • Local and International Flights tickets NOT Included in the Package
  • Your Medical & Travel Insurance NOT included in the Package.
  • Laundry and items of Personal nature i.e drinks, Telephone calls e.t.c

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