10 daysKenya · Tanzania · Big Five
Kenya & Tanzania Big Five Safari
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Arusha → Serengeti → Ngorongoro
Best: Jun–Oct, Jan–FebPrice on request
Kenya · 9 days
9-Day Kenya Classic: Amboseli, Rift Valley & Mara
Elephants under Kilimanjaro, rhinos and flamingos at Lake Nakuru, then the big cats of the Mara.
A 9-day classic Kenya safari
This 9-day classic Kenya safari links three very different parks: Amboseli for elephants under Kilimanjaro, Lake Nakuru for rhino in the Rift Valley, and the Masai Mara for big cats.
It is a good first safari in Kenya, with variety in landscape as well as wildlife.
Highlights
- Amboseli elephants and Kilimanjaro views
- Rhino at Lake Nakuru
- Three days in the Masai Mara
- Best January–March and June–October
Route
Day by day
Day 1Arrive in Nairobi
Met on arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Days 2–3Amboseli
Fly or drive to Amboseli for elephant families with Kilimanjaro behind them, best in the clear early mornings.
Days 4–5Lake Nakuru
Drive to the Rift Valley. Game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park for white and black rhino and the lake's birdlife.
Days 6–8Masai Mara
Drive or fly to the Mara for three days of game drives among the big cats.
Day 9Fly to Nairobi
Flight back to Wilson Airport and transfer for your departure.
Where you'll stay
- Nairobi: City hotel
- Amboseli: Tented camp
- Lake Nakuru: Lodge near the park
- Masai Mara: Camp in or beside the reserve
We choose each camp for its position in the month you travel, then for your budget and style. Camp names are confirmed in your proposal.
Included
- Airport transfers
- Park and conservancy fees
- Accommodation as listed
- Internal and charter flights
- Meals on safari
- Private guide and vehicle
Not included
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal items
Dates & price
Departures any day of the year, private for your group. The price depends on season, camps and group size, so we quote after one short conversation.
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