This 6 Days Kenya Midrange Safari brings together Amboseli’s elephant country, Lake Nakuru’s rhino-viewing opportunities and the wildlife-rich plains of Maasai Mara. Travel from Nairobi with your own driver-guide in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser, staying in comfortable lodges and tented camps.
The itinerary includes two nights in Amboseli, one at Lake Nakuru and two in Maasai Mara. It suits travellers who want to visit three established wildlife destinations within six days and are comfortable with a longer road transfer between Amboseli and Nakuru.
Amboseli: Elephants and Kilimanjaro Views
Spend time exploring Amboseli’s wetlands and open plains. Watch for elephants, buffaloes, zebras and birdlife, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a striking backdrop when the weather is clear.
Two nights allow a full day for wildlife viewing, alongside time to enjoy your accommodation.
Lake Nakuru: Rhinos and Lakeside Habitats
Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park for a change of scenery. Explore woodland, grassland and lakeside habitats while looking for rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes and birds. Flamingo numbers vary with lake conditions.
Maasai Mara: Predators and Open Plains
Enjoy an afternoon game drive and a full safari day in Maasai Mara. Your guide will choose routes according to current wildlife activity, weather and road conditions.
During migration season, the itinerary can explore areas used by migrating herds where practical. Animal sightings, herd locations and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
Your Own Private Safari
Your vehicle and driver-guide are dedicated to your travelling party. Share your interests, dietary requirements and room preferences before booking so we can tailor the arrangements.
For a more relaxed journey, request an additional night at Lake Naivasha between Amboseli and Nakuru. A Diani Beach extension can also be arranged through a separate quotation.
Highlights
- Six-day private safari starting and ending in Nairobi.
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
- Two nights in Amboseli.
- Elephant viewing and possible Mount Kilimanjaro views.
- Lake Nakuru game drive with opportunities to see rhinos.
- Two nights in Maasai Mara.
- Full-day Mara safari with a packed lunch.
- Five nights in comfortable midrange accommodation.
- Dedicated English-speaking driver-guide.
- Optional balloon safari or Maasai cultural visit.
Day-by-day itinerary
6 Days Kenya Midrange Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Meet your driver-guide for an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or an agreed meeting point. Travel in your private 4×4 Land Cruiser towards Amboseli.
Allow approximately 4–5 hours for the journey, depending on traffic, stops and your accommodation location. Arrive for check-in and lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive if timing permits.
Explore Amboseli’s plains and wetlands, looking for elephants and other wildlife. Mount Kilimanjaro may be visible when cloud cover clears.
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp, Sentrim Amboseli or the property confirmed in your quotation.
Meals: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Full Day Exploring Amboseli
Enjoy a full day in Amboseli with your private driver-guide. Choose morning and afternoon game drives with a break at your accommodation, or a longer outing with a packed lunch, as agreed with your guide.
Observe wildlife around the wetlands and open plains, allowing time for photography and birdwatching. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Same Amboseli property.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru
After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru. This is the longest driving day of the safari; allow approximately 7–9 hours, depending on traffic, road conditions and stops. A packed lunch will be provided.
On arrival, enjoy a shorter afternoon game drive if time permits, looking for rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes and birdlife before checking into your accommodation.
If the transfer takes longer than expected, the Lake Nakuru game drive will move to the following morning, with the onward departure adjusted accordingly.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or the property confirmed in your quotation.
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara
After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara. If your Lake Nakuru game drive was moved from the previous afternoon, enjoy it before departure.
Allow approximately 5–6 hours for the onward road journey, depending on stops and your Mara accommodation location. Lunch will be arranged en route or at your accommodation according to timing.
Enjoy an afternoon Maasai Mara game drive if arrival time permits, then return to your lodge for dinner.
Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge, Jambo Mara Safari Lodge or the property confirmed in your quotation.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Spend the day exploring Maasai Mara National Reserve with your private driver-guide. Carry a packed lunch to allow more time for wildlife viewing, with a picnic stop at a suitable designated location.
Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs and other wildlife. Your guide will select routes according to current animal activity and conditions.
An optional hot-air balloon safari or Maasai cultural visit can be arranged at an additional cost. These activities may replace part of the scheduled game-drive time.
Accommodation: Same Maasai Mara property.
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner.
Day 6: Maasai Mara to Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast and check out before departing for Nairobi. No game drive is included on the final morning.
Allow approximately 5–7 hours for the road journey, depending on your accommodation location, traffic and stops. Lunch will be arranged en route.
Your safari ends with drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or an agreed location. Airport drop-off can be arranged once your flight timing has been checked. Allow sufficient time between the road transfer and your flight.
Accommodation: Not included.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Included
- Five nights’ accommodation in the confirmed properties.
- Meals specified in the itinerary.
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
- English-speaking safari driver-guide.
- Fuel and vehicle costs for the agreed route.
- Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara entry charges for scheduled visits.
- Game drives described in the itinerary.
- Drinking water during safari travel and game drives.
- Nairobi hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Airport transfers when expressly confirmed in the quotation.
Not included
- International and domestic flights.
- Kenya entry authorisation and other immigration costs.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Nairobi accommodation before or after the safari.
- Optional hot-air balloon safari.
- Optional Maasai cultural visit.
- Alcoholic drinks and beverages outside the agreed meal plan.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Laundry, personal purchases and other extras.
- Additional park visits, activities or accommodation upgrades.
Prices per person
| Low season | $1,389 |
|---|---|
| High season | $1,467 |
| Peak season | $1,699 |
Prices depend on travel dates, group size and accommodation. Your quote confirms the exact price.
