Kenya Adventure

8-Day Iconic Kenya Safari from Masai Mara to Taita Hills

🗓️ 8 Days 👥 2-12 People ⛰️ Moderate

Overview

A classic Kenya circuit spanning the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Tsavo West, and the Taita Hills Sanctuary.

Activities

Game Drives Bird Watching Conservation Tours

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Nairobi - Masai Mara

Our safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, journeying through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a brief stop for photos along the escarpment. You continue through the countryside, passing rolling farmlands and local homesteads en route to the iconic Maasai Mara. Upon arrival, you check in and enjoy lunch followed by a short rest. In the afternoon, you head out for your first game drive across the vast savannah, spotting a variety of wildlife including elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and possibly cheetahs as the sun sets over the plains. You later return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the wild Mara.

Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive across the endless plains of the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. With packed picnic lunch boxes, you will spend the entire day exploring different sections of the reserve, maximizing wildlife sightings and enjoying uninterrupted safari experiences. The Maasai Mara is famous for its exceptional concentration of wildlife, offering excellent opportunities to encounter the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—alongside cheetahs, hyenas, and vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. Your journey may also take you to the legendary Mara River, where dramatic wildlife interactions often unfold. In the late afternoon, continue your game drive as you head back to your camp. Arrive in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on a remarkable day spent deep in the heart of the African wilderness.

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Scenic Transfer & Afternoon Game Drive

After an early breakfast, depart from the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve and begin your scenic journey through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley. Enjoy panoramic views of rolling hills, farmlands, and vibrant local towns along the way as you make your way towards Lake Nakuru. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by check-in and a short period of relaxation. In the afternoon, head out for an exciting game drive in the park, famous for its population of rhinos, flamingos, giraffes, buffaloes, and rich birdlife. Explore the acacia woodlands and open plains as you search for unique wildlife encounters and scenic viewpoints around the lake. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on a beautiful day of travel and wildlife exploration in the heart of Kenya’s Rift Valley.

Lake Nakuru to Amboseli-Scenic transfer to Kilimanjaro

After an early breakfast, you depart Lake Nakuru and begin your journey toward Amboseli National Park, traveling through Nairobi and onward to the southern plains of Kenya. The drive offers a mix of urban and countryside scenery as you head closer to the Tanzanian border. You arrive in Amboseli in the afternoon, where you check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch. After some time to relax, you may opt for a short evening game drive or simply unwind while taking in the stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight at your lodge in Amboseli, set against the backdrop of Africa’s highest peak.

Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Views & Big Tuskers

Start your day with an early breakfast before setting out for a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations, renowned for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. With packed picnic lunch boxes, spend the day exploring the park’s diverse landscapes, including open plains, acacia woodlands, and lush swamp areas fed by underground springs from Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is especially famous for its “big tuskers,” offering rare and unforgettable elephant sightings, along with lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and a rich variety of birdlife. Enjoy your picnic lunch in the heart of the wild before continuing with an afternoon game drive, capturing incredible wildlife moments as golden sunlight spreads across the savannah. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on a truly remarkable day in the wild.

Amboseli to Tsavo West - Journey to the Wild Wilderness

After an early breakfast, you depart Amboseli and begin your scenic drive to Tsavo West National Park, passing through open savannah landscapes and rural countryside as you head deeper into Kenya’s southern wilderness. You arrive in Tsavo West in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by check-in and a short rest. In the afternoon, you head out for a game drive exploring the park’s rugged terrain, volcanic hills, and lush oases, including possible visits to Mzima Springs known for its clear waters and hippos. As the day ends, you return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the raw beauty of Tsavo West.

Tsavo West to Taita Hills Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, you depart Tsavo West and continue your journey toward Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, enjoying scenic views of rolling landscapes and open savannah as you move deeper into Kenya’s southern safari circuit. You arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by check-in and a short rest. In the afternoon, you head out for a game drive within the private sanctuary, known for its excellent wildlife viewing and close-up encounters with elephants, lions, buffaloes, and a variety of plains game. Later in the evening, you return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Taita Hills.

Taita Hills to Nairobi

After an early breakfast, you check out from your lodge and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy the scenic drive through the countryside and open savannah landscapes as you make your way north. You arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you are dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenya safari experience filled with diverse wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and lasting memories.