Safaris

7 Days 6 Nights Nairobi | Amboseli | Masai Mara Big Five Safari

Whirlwind Big Five quest: elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, scenic bush flight, and legendary Masai Mara plains.

7 Days / 6 Nights
From USD 3,100 per person (4x4 Land Cruiser)
Year-round (High: Jun–Oct, Dec–Jan | Mid: Jan–Mar, Oct–Dec | Low: Apr–May)

Overview

What this trip is

Gear up for a whirlwind adventure in the heart of Kenya! This 7 Days 6 Nights safari whisks you from Nairobi to witness the majestic elephant herds of Amboseli framed by snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, followed by a domestic flight directly into the endless plains of the Masai Mara where lions roar and wildebeests thunder across the savannah. Travel in style in a private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Jeep with pop-up roof and flying doctor evacuation cover.

Departure: Flexible private departures any day from Nairobi

Highlights

Amboseli National Park with massive elephant herds against Mount Kilimanjaro
Scheduled flight from Amboseli Airstrip directly to Masai Mara (Day 4)
3 full days immersed in the Masai Mara tracking the Big Five and Great Migration
Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Jeep with pop-up roof & guaranteed window seats
Celebratory farewell lunch at The Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi
Complimentary Flying Doctors emergency air evacuation service

Wildlife you may see

The Big Five (Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Elephants, Buffaloes, Black Rhinos)
Wildebeests & Zebras
Giraffes & Topis
Hippos & Nile Crocodiles
Mount Kilimanjaro Views

Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park — Kilimanjaro Views
Morning pick-up from Nairobi and scenic 5-hour drive to Amboseli. En-route game drive to Ol Tukai Lodge or Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive seeking elephants, lions, cheetahs, and plains game against Mt. Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight at lodge.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 2
Amboseli Full Day — Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
Dawn sunrise game drive followed by breakfast at lodge. Full day exploring the park with packed lunch or two extensive game drives tracking elephants and predators in swamp habitats. Dinner and overnight at lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 3
Amboseli Full Day — Wildlife Tracking & Observation Hill
Full day in Amboseli seeking iconic residents against Mount Kilimanjaro. Ascend Observation Hill for panoramic views of swamps filled with bathing elephants and hippos. Dinner and overnight at lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day 4
Fly Amboseli to Masai Mara — Afternoon Big Five Game Drive
Early breakfast and transfer to Amboseli Airstrip for a scheduled flight departing at 09:15 AM, arriving in Masai Mara at 11:10 AM. Meet your driver guide and enjoy an en-route game drive to Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive tracking big cats. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 5
Masai Mara Full Day Exploration & Mara River
06:00 AM dawn game drive and breakfast at camp. Full-day safari adventure with packed lunch tracking the Great Migration herds, lion prides, cheetahs, and Nile crocodiles 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 6
Masai Mara Full Day — Big Cats & Plains Game
Another exhilarating full day in the Masai Mara. Track cheetah hunts across open savannahs, search for black rhinos in dense thickets, and enjoy an optional ranger-guided walking safari. Dinner and overnight at camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 7
Masai Mara to Nairobi — Carnivore Lunch & Departure
Breakfast at camp, check-out, and scenic 5-hour drive back to Nairobi with game viewing en route. Arrive in Nairobi for celebratory lunch at Carnivore Restaurant (included). Airport or hotel drop-off between 3:00 and 4:00 PM.
Meals: Breakfast & Carnivore Lunch

Pricing

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

Season	Price for 2 People	Price Per Person
High Season (Jun 1 – Oct 31, Dec 20 – Jan 1)	US$ 8,000	US$ 4,000
Mid Season (Jan 2 – Mar 31, Oct 1 – Dec 19)	US$ 7,180	US$ 3,590
Low Season (Apr 1 – May 30)	US$ 6,200	US$ 3,100

Children 12–18 yrs: 75% of adult price. Children 3–11 yrs: 50% sharing with parents. Tipping driver/guide is customary.

Included

Complimentary arrival & departure airport transfers in Nairobi
Safari transport in dedicated 4x4 Land Cruiser Jeep with pop-up roof & guaranteed window seats
Domestic flight: Amboseli Airstrip to Masai Mara Airstrip
Luxury / Mid-range lodge and tented camp accommodation (double/twin/family)
Meals as per itinerary with Wi-Fi available at lodges
Multilingual professional driver/guide (English, Spanish, French, German, Italian)
All national park and game reserve entrance fees
Bottled mineral water throughout safari & 24/7 concierge support
Comprehensive vehicle insurance
Flying Doctors emergency medical airlift service
Celebratory lunch at Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi