7 Days of Wonder — Mara, Rift Valley & Amboseli
7 Days of Wonder — Mara, Rift
Amboseli
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Location
Amboseli
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Tour Type
Adventure
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Tour Date
4 Oct 25 - 31 Dec 30
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Traveler
6
- $2100.00 / Onwards
Overview
Masai Mara · Lake Naivasha · Lake Nakuru · Amboseli This is Kenya at its most magnificent — a sweeping, seven-day arc through the very heart of East Africa's greatest wild places. Your adventure begins in the Masai Mara, a name spoken with reverence by wildlife lovers the world over. Stretching endlessly beneath enormous African skies, this golden sea of grass is the epicentre of the planet's most dramatic wildlife spectacle — the Great Migration. From July to October, over two million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle pour across the Mara River in a thunder of hooves and dust, braving crocodile-filled waters in a raw, ancient rite of survival. But the Mara needs no migration to impress. Year-round, lion prides own the open plains, cheetahs ghost through the tall grass, and leopards watch silently from the acacia canopy. Three nights here barely scratches the surface. Leaving the Mara, you descend into the cradle of the Great Rift Valley and the tranquil, papyrus-fringed shores of Lake Naivasha. After the intensity of the Mara, this freshwater sanctuary offers a rare, gentle exhale. Take a boat out onto the glassy water, drifting past dozing hippos and tree-perching cormorants, while African fish eagles announce themselves from the treetops with their haunting, piercing call. A single night here feels like a gift. Your final Rift Valley stop is the remarkable Lake Nakuru — a shallow, alkaline lake whose edges erupt into shimmering pink during flamingo season, when hundreds of thousands of birds transform the shoreline into one of nature's most astonishing canvases. Beyond the flamingos, Nakuru is a sanctuary for the rare Rothschild's giraffe and a stronghold for both black and white rhino. From there, the road leads south to the grand finale — Amboseli National Park, where two nights await beneath the watchful gaze of Mount Kilimanjaro. This is the home of some of the largest-tusked elephants left on Earth, ancient patriarchs and matriarchs who carry ivory so long it grazes the dust. Against the snow-capped silhouette of Africa's highest peak, every game drive here feels less like an outing and more like a once-in-a-lifetime portrait of wild Africa at its most timeless.
Tour Highlights
- Big Five tracking and dramatic savannah landscapes in the Maasai Mara
- Rhino sanctuary and flamingo sightings at Lake Nakuru National Park
- Optional boat safari and walking experiences at Lake Naivasha
- Large elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro views in Amboseli National Park
- Scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley escarpments
- Small-group format with expert driver-guide and guaranteed window seat game viewing
Tour Amenities
- Accommodation
- Food and Drinks
- Guide
- Pick And Drop Services
- Reservations
- Additional Services
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
Tour Plan
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart early morning to Maasai Mara National Reserve, it holds on as one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa. As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of Wildebeest, Zebras and attendant predators. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast we have a full day dame drive, with packed lunch provided. The reserve is well known for its black-manned lion, as well as its abundant resident wildlife and its one of the few places where it's possible to see the big five during a morning's game drive. Many of the cheetahs are so tame they seek shelter from the hot sun under one's vehicle and several even climb onto the roof to get better view of prospective prey. For the bird enthusiast, almost 500 species have been recorded: among these 16 species of eagle, plus many hawks and falcons, 6 species of vultures, 8 species of storks 4 of bustard (including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird), and 9 species of sun birds. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Early morning pick up, then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Known all over the world for its flamingoes, it's alkaline and is recognized as being one of the natural wonders of the world. Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harbouring a population of over 40 black and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingoes, of course, have always been the main attraction. At times there may be almost 2 million flamingoes in the residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lake shore. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Lake Naivasha National Park
An early morning drive to Lake Naivasha, it is the highest and the most beautiful of the Rif Valley lakes. At 1910m (6200f), the water is fresh and the lake is fringed with dense clumps of papyrus (ancient Egyptian once used this to make paper). Kingfishers use the papyrus as a perch, herons hide in it while searching for food. Naivasha is yet another area popular for bird watching (over 400species have been recorded). It is also a favorite weekend retreat for Nairobi residents, who come here to sail, water ski and fish. There are no crocodiles in the lake as the water is too cold for them, due to altitude but there are a number of hippos. Along the lakeshore, vineyards produce grapes for the country's fledgeling wine industry. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Amboseli National Park
An early Morning start and drive to Amboseli National Park. Check in at accommodation and lunch. Afternoon game drive. Amboseli National Park is situated due south of Nairobi, Most of the park consist of a dry ,ancient lake bed and fragile grassland with patches of acacia woodland, while in the southern area there is a number of small, rocky, volcanic hills. Around the swamps Ol kenya, Ol Tukai and Enkongo Narok, the vegetation is lush with yellow barked acacias and phoenix palms. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Amboseli National Park
Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit with packed lunch provided, an optional visit to a Masai village can be planned after breakfast. A visit reveals the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Despite its changing habitat, Amboseli National Park is possible the best wildlife area in the whole of Africa to experience elephant at close range. Left unharassed by poachers, elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps must form the highlights of any Safari. Dinner and overnight at campsite or lodge.
Amboseli National Park
Morning game drive in Amboseli and afternoon transfer to Nairobi arriving at about 5pm. Lunch en route.
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Prices quoted are subject to change based on seasonal demand. Kenya’s tourism calendar operates on peak (July–October & December–January), shoulder, and low seasons, and rates for safaris, park fees, and accommodation will vary accordingly. All pricing is indicative only and will be confirmed at the time of booking. We reserve the right to adjust rates without prior notice due to seasonal fluctuations, park fee revisions by Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), or currency exchange changes. Final pricing will be outlined in your booking confirmation.
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