Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Safari to Kenyan Coast

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Overview

A 6-days journey that not only allows you to discover Kenya’s best parks but also brings you as close as possible to the wildlife with a mixture of safari activities that will only leave you wanting more.

We kick-off from Nairobi, and finish off at Mombasa and its beach areas – discover the wildlife on your comfy 4x4 safari vehicle then finish your tour on a smooth train ride to the Kenyan coast.

Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli – the names alone are interesting with the promise of a great safari adventure. On this 6-day adventure to Kenya’s greatest parks. The Masai Mara excites with its limitless wildlife, especially during the Great Migration – millions of streaming animals’ force their way into the park.

At Lake Nakuru, the park is also sanctuary to one of Kenya’s largest populations of black rhino. Here, the few quantities of flamingos are accompanied by other birdlife – pelicans, cormorants, kingfishers, ostriches, storks as well as herons and eagles. Lake Nakuru is known for hosting some endangered but beautiful species. You’re sure to see rare Rothschild’s Giraffe along with white rhino, especially along the lakeshore.

Amboseli - the numbers of elephants at Amboseli Park are beyond counting, it’s said to be the best spot in the world to witness these majestic herds. We’ll take you to all three parks to view as you please. Should you have any preference, just let us know and we’ll work hard to make it happen.

Note: If you prefer instead, you can continue your journey from Amboseli to Mombasa by safari vehicle.

Highlights
  • Unlimited game drives days filled with great wildlife sighting.
  • Safari in your own comfortable 4 X 4 Land Cruiser Jeep Open Rooftop.
  • Big 5 African wildlife, from elephants, lions, rhino, & leopards… Inclusive of zebra, cheetah and much more.
  • Maasai people and culture.
  • A dedicated expert driver / guide.
  • An optional hot air balloon ride over the Mara – enquire with us =$ 450 per person.
  • An optional hot air balloon safari at Amboseli – enquire with us =$ 480 per person.

What’s Included

Accommodation as per itinerary at the camp/lodge.
All game drives.
All meals while on safari as per itinerary.
Bottled drinking water on the vehicle.
Park fees to the mentioned park.
Services of an experienced driver /guide.
Statutory taxes and local levies.
Transport in a 4 X 4 Land Cruiser Jeep Open Rooftop.
  • Laundry, drinks & meals not specified.
  • Passport and visa costs.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Accommodation pre and post the safari.
  • Tips to driver guides.
  • Visits to Maasai village.
  • Hot air balloon rides.
  • All expenses of personal nature (e.g. Activities etc.)

Itinerary

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Day 1 Nairobi – Masai Mara

We’ll begin our Kenya adventure with a 7:30 am pickup from your Nairobi hotel or from the Nairobi airport. Proceed to the Masai Mara game reserve, Kenya’s best wildlife safari reserve.

The drive to the Mara is via Kenya rural settings that contrast dramatically as you progress towards the Great Rift Valley escarpment where we shall make our stop to admire this historical setting.

Most of the drive shall be at the floor of the Great Rift Valley and through Masai country where you will spot herdsmen tending to their livestock. (Hot) lunch enroute.

During the afternoon hours after arrival and check in at our Masai Mara tented safari camp/ safari lodge, we will explore the Masai Mara on your first game viewing drive in this African safari tour.

Day 2 Full Day - Masai Mara

We’ll rise early in the morning and move inside the Masai Mara with plenty of time for unlimited game drives today. This park is not only beautiful but also holds a good concentration of wildlife. You’re sure to see plenty of African big five predators and grazers moving about on this great savannah dotted with distinctive acacia trees.

If you should be at the park during the time of the Kenya migration season (July – October) prepare to take in the greatest display of migrating animals – wildebeests and zebra – on the planet. Their numbers are breathtaking.

We’ll visit the Mara River at the point of this crossing, where crocodiles await and massive hippos forage. The focus of this African safari trip will also be spent tracking other wildlife over plains of the park – lion, leopard, buffalo, cheetah, rhino and gazelle.

We offer several optional Kenya safari excursions to add more value and memories to your African safari adventure here. Speak to us about taking a hot air balloon safari ride. You’ve never experienced anything like rising with the dawn over the Masai Mara with an endless 360 – degrees view of the park and its wildlife.

Day 3 Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru

Today after breakfast concludes our stay in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. You can take this opportunity to visit the Masai village for some cultural discovery with these colorful tribe before making our way to Lake Nakuru National Park.

Make some special memories on this African safari tour by witnessing and interacting with the cultural ways of these indigenous people.

We’re next off to Lake Nakuru but on the way, we’ll make stops to eat at one of the Kenya safari hotels, stretch our legs and admire some of the more scenic spots we will come across.

Due to some progressive natural factors, the flamingo numbers have been reducing but the park itself remains stunning – one of Kenya’s finest.

The few quantity of flamingos is accompanied by other rich birdlife – pelicans, cormorants, kingfishers, ostriches, storks as well as herons and eagles. The scene here is bountiful, busy and full of color.

But that’s only the beginning of what this special park has to offer because the wildlife viewing here is easy and accessible. Some of Africa big five animals will be encountered among the famous tree climbing lions and leopards. You’re sure to see rare Rothschild’s Giraffe along with white rhino, especially along the lakeshore. The rhino sanctuary here holds one of Kenya’s largest herds of endangered black and white rhinos.

Overnight at your lake Nakuru safari lodge / tented camp.

What you may see at Lake Nakuru national park …….

Flamingo (Please note that due to some progressive natural factors, the flamingo numbers have been reducing), Leopard, Lion, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Waterbuck, unique vegetation about 550 species waterfalls: Makalia.

Day 4 Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park

Early morning exit game viewing drives at Lake Nakuru as you exit the park.

At an advised time, we’re off on a long and easy drive to the Amboseli National Park (with stops).

We may even see views of Mt. Kilimanjaro’s peak – weather permitting. On the way to Amboseli, we’ll be passing the towering escarpments of the Rift Valley and make stops along the way to admire these imposing formations. Arriving at Amboseli in the afternoon, we’ll take a short game drive before dinner.

Overnight at your Amboseli national park safari lodge or tented camp.

Day 5 Full Day – Amboseli

We’ll be looking for the many herds of large tusked elephants marching through the park returning from their watering holes. You’re sure to see the great mass of Mount Kilimanjaro rising to the south. This is also a good time of the day for the cloud cover to disperse revealing the mountain’s famous snow-capped peak. This park serves as a famous African wildlife photographic safari destination because of its epic views all round.

There are countless spots that offer breathtaking views of the park with the famous Mount Kilimanjaro serving as a background to the home of the giants. From the observation hill, you’ll be able to get a good view of the park with some of the animals moving about.

Among other safari animals that you may see at the Amboseli national park include: Elephant, Cheetah, Buffalo, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Mongoose, Hyrax, Dik-dik, Lesser Kudu and nocturnal porcupine etc

Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge or tented safari camp.

Day 6 Amboseli – Mombasa – Kenyan Beaches

(Approximately – 1 hr.)Train to Mombasa-4 hours

As we exit the park on the way to the train station at Emali, you’ll be seeing your last views of Amboseli. However, on your upcoming train journey, you’ll be passing through both Tsavo West and Tsavo East for more park vistas and possibly wildlife viewing.

Your driver/guide will bring you to the train station at Emali. There, he’ll assist you with tickets and transfer to the Madaraka Express, the new high-speed train to Mombasa and the coast.

Your first-class ticket is included with the tour, so enjoy the comfort of your air-conditioned compartment and reclining seat. The train’s route is positioned higher than the roadway and offers an elevated view of the parks. And with its large windows you’ll enjoy wonderful vistas of the passing landscapes.

Drop – Off

In about 4 ½ hours, you’ll arrive at the state-of-the-art train station in Mombasa.

Transfer to your hotel or resort is also included – we’ll pick you up and bring you to your local hotel or resort in Malindi, Watamu, Diani, Mombasa and Kilifi beach signals the end of this epic African safari vacation.

Train schedule

Approximately 9:15am arrive at the Emali train station.

09:31am:  Depart for Mombasa on the Madaraka Express Train with its elevated country views through Tsavo West & Tsavo East national parks.

14:00pm: Arrive Mombasa train station where you shall be met by your transfer vehicle and driver.

Transfer to your beach hotel in Mombasa, Tiwi, Diani, Kilifi, Watamu or Malindi.

Arrival at your beach resort between 4.30PM -6 PM).

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