6-Day Kenya Safari: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli

6-Day Kenya Safari: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli — Budget or Luxury Adventure

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Overview

Embark on a stunning 6-day Kenya safari that combines three of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations — Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Park. This carefully crafted itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors, wildlife photographers, couples, families, and adventure travelers seeking a perfectly balanced safari experience.

From the vast golden plains of the Masai Mara and its legendary Big Five sightings…
to the pink flamingo-lined shores of Lake Nakuru…
to Amboseli’s majestic elephants framed by towering Mount Kilimanjaro —
this safari delivers unforgettable moments every single day.

Choose between budget camping, midrange lodges, or luxury safari lodges — all guided by SafeRide Safaris’ experienced, certified safari experts.

🗺️ Safari Overview at a Glance

• Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

• Destinations: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Amboseli

• Safari Style: Budget Camping / Midrange Lodges / Luxury Lodges

• Activities: Big Five game drives, bird watching, scenic photography, cultural visits, optional balloon safari

• Best For: Families, couples, photographers, group tours, first-time safari travelers

📅 DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up from your Nairobi hotel or airport. Begin your journey through the Great Rift Valley towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive across the endless savannah — home to elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, and countless plains game. Sunset is perfect for golden-hour photography.

🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Budget Camp / Midrange Lodge / Luxury Lodge

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

Enjoy a full day exploring the Masai Mara’s rich wildlife. Begin with a sunrise game drive when animals are most active. Continue towards the Mara River where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and seasonal wildebeest crossings.

Expect excellent sightings of the Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, giraffes, and more than 450 bird species — including the vibrant bee-eaters.

Optional Add-Ons:

• Masai Village Visit: $25 per person

• Hot Air Balloon Safari: $450 per person (includes champagne breakfast)

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (picnic), Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Budget Camp / Midrange Lodge / Luxury Lodge

Day 3: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru National Park

After a short morning game drive, return to camp for breakfast, then depart for the scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in the afternoon for a game drive in this birdlife paradise — known for flamingos, rhinos, waterbuck, lions, and Rothschild giraffes.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Budget Camp / Midrange Lodge / Luxury Lodge

Day 4: Lake Nakuru → Amboseli National Park

Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru before driving south to Amboseli National Park, with lunch en route via Nairobi. Arrive in Amboseli in the afternoon to admire breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Budget Camp / Midrange Lodge / Luxury Lodge

Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Amboseli

Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli, famous for its enormous elephant herds and open landscapes. Capture classic safari scenes with elephants, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hyenas, buffalo, and countless birds set against Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Budget Camp / Midrange Lodge / Luxury Lodge

Day 6: Amboseli → Nairobi / Namanga (Tanzania Border)

Enjoy a final sunrise game drive before breakfast. Afterwards, drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon, or get dropped off at Namanga Border if continuing to Tanzania.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast
🚐 Drop-Off: Nairobi Hotel/Airport or Namanga Border

🧾 Inclusions

• Transport in a 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

• All park entrance fees

• Full-board accommodation (camping or lodge)

• Professional English-speaking safari guide

• Daily game drives

• Bottled drinking water

• All meals as per itinerary

❌ Exclusions

• Personal items (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)

• Soft & alcoholic drinks

• Tips to driver/guide

• Optional activities (balloon safari, Maasai village visit)

• Meals not specified

💰 Pricing (Per Person)

➡️ Custom pricing, lodge upgrades, and private tours available upon request.

🔎 FAQ

1. When is the best time to visit Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli?

The parks offer excellent wildlife all year, but July–October is best for the Great Migration in Masai Mara. Amboseli has the clearest Kilimanjaro views from December–March.

2. Which animals can I expect to see on this safari?

Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), hippos, crocodiles, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, flamingos, and over 500 bird species.

3. What type of vehicle is used for game drives?

A 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for excellent visibility and photography.

4. Can I customize this itinerary?

Yes — you can adjust accommodation levels, add extra nights, or include other destinations such as Naivasha, Samburu, or Diani Beach.

5. Is this safari suitable for children?

Absolutely. Families frequently book this itinerary, and lodges offer child-friendly amenities.

6. Do you arrange airport pickup or drop-off?

Yes — complimentary pickup and drop-off within Nairobi.

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