7-Day Kenya Safari: Tsavo West, Amboseli & Maasai Mara

Experience Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife on this 7-day safari, covering approximately 1,800 kilometers (1,118 miles) through some of the country’s most iconic national parks.

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi

• Evening: Upon arrival in Nairobi, transfer to your hotel to rest and prepare for the upcoming adventure.

Day 2: Nairobi to Tsavo West National Park

• Distance: Approximately 270 kilometers (168 miles)
• Drive Time: About 4 hours
• Morning: Depart Nairobi, heading southeast to Tsavo West National Park.
• Afternoon: After lunch, begin your first game drive. Visit Mzima Springs, where you might spot hippos and crocodiles. An underground viewing chamber offers a unique perspective of aquatic life.
• Evening: Check-in at Kilaguni Serena Lodge, known for its tranquil atmosphere and uninterrupted views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a welcome dinner with your group.

Day 3: Tsavo West to Amboseli National Park

• Distance: Approximately 200 kilometers (124 miles)
• Drive Time: About 3 hours
• Morning: After breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and stunning Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop.
• Afternoon: Post-lunch, head out for a game drive to observe elephants, lions, buffalo, and various bird species.
• Evening: Settle into Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, featuring traditional architecture and a dining area accessible via a timbered bridge over a meltwater stream.

Day 4: Full Day in Amboseli National Park

• Morning: Early game drive to catch predators in action and enjoy the morning light for photography.
• Afternoon: Visit a Maasai village to immerse yourself in local culture and traditions.
• Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 5: Amboseli to Maasai Mara National Reserve

• Distance: Approximately 500 kilometers (310 miles)
• Drive Time: About 9 to 10 hours
• Morning: Depart Amboseli and drive to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, exploring the rolling plains on an afternoon game drive.
• Afternoon: Have your camera ready for spectacular wildlife viewing. You’re likely to spot prides of lions basking in the shade and may even seek out an elusive leopard, along with cheetahs, hyenas, and other species.
• Evening: Overnight on a full board basis.

Day 6: Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve

• Morning: Optional hot-air balloon safari over the Mara at sunrise.
• Day: Engage in early morning, mid-morning, and afternoon game drives to maximize wildlife sightings.
• Evening: Overnight on a full board basis.

Day 7: Maasai Mara to Nairobi

• Distance: Approximately 270 kilometers (168 miles)
• Drive Time: About 5 hours
• Morning: After breakfast, participate in a final game drive as you exit the reserve.
• Afternoon: Drive back to Nairobi. Depending on your plans, either prepare for your flight home or continue your Kenyan adventure, perhaps exploring the coast with a direct flight from the Mara to Mombasa.