Embarking on the journey from Nairobi through Naivasha, Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Amboseli, before returning to Nairobi, is an immersive exploration of East Africa's most iconic landscapes and wildlife reserves.
Starting in Nairobi, the vibrant capital of Kenya, the journey heads to Naivasha, where the tranquil Lake Naivasha and the dramatic cliffs of Hell's Gate National Park offer a serene introduction to Kenya's natural beauty. Next, the trip ventures into the Maasai Mara, famed for its abundant wildlife and the annual Great Migration, providing unforgettable safari experiences. Crossing into Tanzania, the adventure continues in the Serengeti, renowned for its vast savannas teeming with wildlife, and then to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its unique ecosystem and dense concentration of animals.
The route then circles back to Kenya, arriving in Amboseli, where the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the horizon, offering stunning vistas and close encounters with large elephant herds. The journey concludes in Nairobi, rounding off an extraordinary exploration of East Africa's most celebrated natural wonders.
Arrive in Nairobi by your international flight and enjoy a smooth transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is kept at leisure to relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, you may explore the vibrant local markets of the city or, time permitting, visit the renowned Giraffe Centre for a unique and memorable experience.
Overnight stay in Nairobi at DoubleTree by Hilton
Meals Included: None
After breakfast leave for Lake Naivasha. En route, enjoy a scenic stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for panoramic views and photo opportunities. Continue onward to Lake Naivasha, arriving in the afternoon for check-in followed by lunch at the resort.
Later, proceed for a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha to Crescent Island, where you will enjoy a guided walking safari amidst freely roaming wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. After the experience, return to your lodge.
Dinner and overnight stay at Enashipai Resort
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner included
After an early breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for your journey to the world-famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Drive through dramatic landscapes and vast open plains dotted with traditional Maasai settlements, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich culture and pastoral life.
Arrive in the Maasai Mara in time for an exciting afternoon game drive, where you may encounter an abundance of wildlife across the savannah, continuing until sunset. Thereafter, proceed to your camp for check-in, followed by dinner.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mara Maisha Camp or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Full day will be spent in Maasai Mara where at 8am collect packed lunch and depart for a full day game drive. Break for lunch at a picnic site near the river followed by an afternoon game drive towards your camp and the rest of the evening will be spent at leisure. Or you can opt for morning and afternoon game drives and enjoy the hotel facilities in between.
Overnight at Mara Maisha Camp or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast. Lunch and Dinner
Early breakfast and with picnic lunch boxes transfer to the Isebania the Tanzania/Kenya border point for the customs and immigration formalities. Thereafter meet your Tanzania driver guide and depart for Serengeti to arrive for an afternoon game drive until sunset as you proceed to your camp for check-in and dinner.
Overnight at Serengeti Serena Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The full day will be spent in Serengeti where after breakfast and with packed lunch depart for full day game drives until sunset and return to camp to rest and freshen up. You can also opt to do a morning and an afternoon game drive and enjoy the facilities in between.
Overnight at Serengeti Serena Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After an early breakfast collect lunch boxes and depart for Ngorongoro and on arrival descend into the crater where you will spend the rest of the afternoon exploring. In the evening ascend back and drive to your lodge for check in, rest and to freshen up for dinner.
Overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfas, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, collect your packed lunch boxes and depart for a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Spend the day exploring the park’s diverse landscapes, from lush groundwater forests to open savannahs and the lake shoreline, with excellent opportunities to spot a wide variety of wildlife and birdlife. The game drive continues until sunset.
Thereafter, proceed to your lodge for check-in, followed by dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After an early breakfast, depart Lake Manyara with packed lunches and proceed towards the Tanzania–Kenya border at Namanga for immigration and customs formalities. Upon completion, meet your Kenyan driver and continue the journey to Amboseli National Park.
Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, exploring the park’s vast plains with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting), and continue wildlife viewing until sunset. Thereafter, proceed to your camp for check-in.
Overnight stay at Tulia Amboseli Safari Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, visible when the clouds clear. You may choose to enjoy a morning game drive after breakfast followed by an afternoon game drive, with time in between to relax and make use of the lodge’s facilities. Alternatively, opt for a full-day game drive from approximately 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a packed lunch.
Overnight stay at Tulia Amboseli Safari Camp or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Enjoy an early morning game drive, offering excellent opportunities to witness wildlife activity at its peak. Return to the camp for breakfast, after which you will depart with packed lunches for Nairobi. Upon arrival, your safari concludes with a drop-off at the airport at approximately 1:00 PM.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
10 Nights & 11 Days
Nairobi-Naivasha - Maasai Mara - Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Amboseli - Nairobi