1 week exciting Mara safari

Overview

Overview: 7 days Safari tour in Kenya

The core heart and soul of the Afro Kenya National Park circuit.

Maasai Mara National Reserve: World-renowned for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo), and the spectacular annual wildebeest migration (best seen July-October).
Amboseli National Park: Famous for large elephant herds and breathtaking, postcard-perfect views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Lake Nakuru National Park: Known as a rhino sanctuary (for both black and white rhinos) and historically famous for its massive flocks of pink flamingos, which gather on the lake’s shores.
Lake Naivasha / Hell’s Gate National Park: Offers a change of pace with boat safaris to see hippos and birdlife, and the unique opportunity to walk or cycle among wildlife in Hell’s Gate.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy: A key conservation area, home to the largest black rhino population in East Africa and the last two northern white rhinos.
Samburu National Reserve: Located in Northern Kenya, known for unique wildlife species not found in the south, such as the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, and Beisa oryx.

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary: 1 week exciting Mara safari

7 days Safari tour in Kenya (7 Days / 6 Nights)

This itinerary maximizes game viewing across Kenya’s most iconic parks, starting and ending in Nairobi.

Day	Destination	Main Activities	Overnight
Day 1	Nairobi to Amboseli National Park	Morning drive from Nairobi to Amboseli (approx. 4-5 hours), with an afternoon game drive offering views of Mount Kilimanjaro.	Amboseli (Lodge/Tented Camp)
Day 2	Amboseli National Park	Full-day exploration with morning and afternoon game drives to spot elephants, lions, buffalo, and a wide array of birdlife. Optional visit to a Maasai village.	Amboseli (Lodge/Tented Camp)
Day 3	Amboseli to Lake Naivasha	After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha (approx. 6 hours drive). Arrive for lunch, followed by an afternoon boat safari to see hippos and diverse birdlife.	Lake Naivasha (Lodge/Tented Camp)
Day 4	Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park	Morning activities, such as an optional walking safari on Crescent Island or cycling at Hell’s Gate National Park. Afternoon transfer to Lake Nakuru for a game drive.	Lake Nakuru (Lodge/Tented Camp)
Day 5	Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara Game Reserve	Early breakfast and a final morning game drive in Lake Nakuru before departing for the world-renowned Maasai Mara (approx. 6 hours drive). Afternoon game drive upon arrival.	Maasai Mara (Lodge/Tented Camp)
Day 6	Maasai Mara Game Reserve	Full day dedicated to exploring the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and other wildlife. Optional hot air balloon safari or cultural visit to a Maasai village.	Maasai Mara (Lodge/Tented Camp)
Day 7	Maasai Mara to Nairobi	After a final morning game drive and breakfast, return to Nairobi by road (approx. 6 hours drive) for your departure flight or hotel drop-off.