5 Days Amboseli & Masai Mara Safari
Safari Overview
This 5-day safari adventure offers the perfect combination of two of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations—Amboseli National Park and the Masai Mara National Reserve. Start your journey with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large herds of elephants in Amboseli, then continue to the world-renowned Masai Mara, home to the Big Five and the seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration. Ideal for first-time visitors and wildlife enthusiasts, this itinerary promises unforgettable game viewing, cultural encounters, and the majestic beauty of Kenya’s diverse landscapes.
Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Pick up from Nairobi (airport/hotel) in the morning.
Drive to Amboseli National Park (approx. 4-5 hrs).
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp.
Afternoon game drive in Amboseli with views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa.
Spot large herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and abundant birdlife.
Overnight: Amboseli Lodge/Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli
Full-day exploration of Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives.
Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park, swamps, and wildlife.
Watch elephants bathe in the seasonal swamps fed by underground springs from Kilimanjaro’s glaciers.
Overnight: Amboseli Lodge/Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Amboseli – Masai Mara National Reserve
Early breakfast, then depart for Masai Mara via Nairobi (road transfer or optional flight available).
Road transfer: Approx. 8-9 hrs (with picnic lunch and stopovers).
Flight option available at an extra cost for quicker access.
Arrive in Masai Mara in the late afternoon.
Evening game drive (if time allows).
Overnight: Masai Mara Lodge/Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Full Day in Masai Mara
Full day of game drives in Masai Mara, one of Africa’s richest wildlife destinations.
Explore the vast plains in search of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo).
Optional visit to a Maasai village (at extra cost).
Picnic lunch or return to camp for hot lunch.
Overnight: Masai Mara Lodge/Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Masai Mara – Nairobi
Early morning game drive (optional).
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with an en-route lunch stop (approx. 5-6 hrs by road).
Drop off at your Nairobi hotel or airport in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Safari Price Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off from Nairobi
- Transport in a safari minivan or 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Professional safari driver-guide
- Park entry fees
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Buffet lunch at a safari lodge
- Bottled mineral water during the safari
Safari Price Excludes
- Soft & alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional visit to Masai village