Safaris

5 Days 4 Nights Nairobi | Amboseli | Lake Naivasha | Masai Mara Big Five Safari

Three crowning jewels in 5 action-packed days: Amboseli elephants, Hell's Gate canyon, and the vast Masai Mara.

5 Days / 4 Nights
From USD 1,900 per person (4x4 Land Cruiser)
Year-round

Overview

What this trip is

Witness the Big Five alongside dazzling scenery on this popular 5-day journey from Nairobi. Start with the elephant herds and Kilimanjaro vistas of Amboseli, explore Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha, and spend two thrilling days tracking predators across the Masai Mara.

Departure: Private departures any day from Nairobi

Highlights

Amboseli giant elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro backdrops
Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate National Park canyon hiking and cycling
2 nights in the world-famous Masai Mara tracking big cats and migration herds
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seats
Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover included

Wildlife you may see

The Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino)
Cheetahs & Hyenas
Giraffes & Zebras
Hippos & Crocodiles
Wildebeests & Topis

Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Scenic 5-hour drive from Nairobi to Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. Check in at Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive seeking elephants and big cats. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 2
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate
Breakfast and 5-hour drive to Lake Naivasha via the Great Rift Valley. Check in at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive and visit to Hell's Gate National Park for canyon hiking or cycling. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge / Sawela Lodge
Day 3
Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart after breakfast for a 5-hour drive past Narok to the Masai Mara. Arrive for lunch at Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Camp. Afternoon game drive tracking lions, leopards, cheetahs, and elephants. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 4
Masai Mara Full Day Exploration
06:00 AM dawn game drive and full day exploring the Mara with packed lunch. Track migration herds, big cat prides, and river hippos along the Mara River. Dinner and overnight at camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 5
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Breakfast at camp, final game drive leaving the park at 10:00 AM, and 5-hour drive back to Nairobi. Optional farewell lunch at Carnivore Restaurant. Drop-off at hotel or airport by 3:00–4:00 PM.
Meals: Breakfast

Pricing

Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 Jeep — Seasonal Pricing (USD)

Season	Price for 2 People	Price Per Person
High Season (Jul 1 – Sep 30, Dec 23 – Jan 1)	US$ 5,500	US$ 2,750
Mid Season (Jan 2 – Mar 31, Oct 1 – Dec 22)	US$ 4,400	US$ 2,200
Low Season (Apr 1 – Jun 30)	US$ 3,800	US$ 1,900

Children 12–18 yrs: 75% of adult price. Children 3–11 yrs: 50% sharing with parents.

Included

Complimentary airport transfers in Nairobi
Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Jeep with pop-up roof & window seats
All entrance fees for Amboseli, Naivasha, and Masai Mara
Luxury / Mid-range lodge and camp accommodations
Three meals a day while on safari
Multilingual professional driver guide
Bottled mineral water & 24/7 concierge support
Comprehensive vehicle insurance & Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover

Not included

Visas & personal taxes
Spirits and strong alcoholic drinks
Tips for driver guide and lodge staff
Optional activities (Maasai Village $30, Balloon Safari $480, Boat ride & walking safari $40)