6 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli Safari

Name: 6 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru And Amboseli Safari
SKU: WT-CODE 164
Rating: 100 (1 reviews)

Lake Nakuru is a national park with an elevation of 1754 meters above sea level. It is home to a huge population of pink flamingos and 400 species of birds; while Amboseli is known for the large herds of elephants and most especially with its stunning view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

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6 Day(s) 5 Night(s)

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Trip code WT-CODE 164

A top Maasai Mara safari combined with Lake Nakuru and Amboseli park. Maasai Mara is known for almost guaranteed sightings of the Big 5: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. It is also popular for the annual migration of zebra and wildebeest which occurs from July to October. Lake Nakuru is a national park with an elevation of 1754 meters above sea level. It is home to a huge population of pink flamingos and 400 species of birds; while Amboseli is known for the large herds of elephants and most especially with its stunning view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

ACCOMMODATION

Choose Between, ECONOMY/ Budget Camps, STANDARD lodges/ Tented Camps & LUXURY Lodges/ Tented Camps

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Budget/Economy Tented Camp Options	Oldarpoi Mara Camp, Olmoran Tented Camp
Standard Lodge/ Tented Camp Options	Mara Sopa Lodge, Azure Mara Haven, Mara Leisure Camp

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Budget/Economy Tented Camp Options	Merica Hotel, Ole Ken Hotel
Standard Lodge/ Tented Camp Options	Flamingo Hill Camp, Lake Nakuru Lodge

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Budget/Economy Tented Camp Options	Amboseli AA Lodge, Sentrim Amboseli Camp
Standard Lodge/ Tented Camp Options	Kibo Safari Camp

Itineraries

Day 1

Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve (265 km – 5 to 6 hrs)

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and we will first drive through the viewpoint of the Great Rift Valley to take some pictures of the beautiful landscape. After which, there will be another stop-over for lunch before we continue our drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival at the lodge, you will be guided to your accommodation to settle in and relax with snacks and coffee. This will be followed by your first afternoon game drive, your first taste of African wildlife.

Accommodation: Your Camp / Lodge.
Mid Range Camp located outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & drinks: Lunch and Dinner (Breakfast not Included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Full day exploring Masai Mara Game Reserve

The whole day will be spent in game viewing and exploring the park’s high concentration of wild animals. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals including the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. In the afternoon, an optional visit to a Maasai village can be arranged (entrance fee of 20 USD is not included in the package). Here you will be welcomed by the locals singing and dancing, a sacred ritual that has formed their rich tradition. Part of the tour includes a glimpse to their local homes and way of life.

Accommodation: Your Camp / Lodge.
Mid Range Camp located outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & drinks: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park (300 km – 5 to 6 hrs)

We will start the day with an early morning game drive and return to the lodge for breakfast. After which, we will depart for Lake Nakuru National park located in the Great Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru is home to a stunning flock of lesser and greater Flamingos, turning the lakeshores into a magnificent pink stretch. The park has diverse species of over 400 birds such as White Pelicans, Plovers, Egrets and Marabou Stork. It is also one of the very few places in Africa where you can see the White and Black Rhino and rare Rothschild’s Giraffe.

Accommodation: Your Camp / Lodge.
Budget Resort located outside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & drinks: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park (384 km – 7 hrs)

We will start the day with an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru and depart for Amboseli national park.

Day 5

Full Day exploring Amboseli National Park

We will set off early to see the magnificent view of Mount Kilimanjaro and set off for another extensive game drive before the clouds build up over the summit. Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife such as Wildebeest, Giraffes, and Baboons. An optional visit to a Masai village can be arranged after breakfast. Maasai warriors are also known as the proud nomadic tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and single-handed acts of bravery in fights with the wild animals have spread across the world.

Day 6

Amboseli – Nairobi (250 km – 4 to 5 hrs)

We will set off for an early morning game drive and head back to Nairobi in the afternoon.

Accommodation: End of Tour
Meals & drinks: Breakfast & Lunch
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Exclusions

International flights and taxes
Passport visa
Traveler’s insurance
Tips and gratuities to driver/guides
Personal Laundry
Alcoholic drinks
Entrance fee to activities labeled as ‘Optional’
A visit to Masai Village US $20 per person
Balloon Safari US $ 425 per person

5 out of 5

Gideon M– August 31, 2022:

What a wonderful place. It was a great adventure full of fun and surprises.
Thank you Patrick for arranging our accommodation and safari.

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