6-Day Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Safari From Nairobi
A Classic Big Five Route Featuring Africa’s Most Iconic Parks
Experience the ultimate 6-day Kenya safari adventure—a perfectly crafted journey from Nairobi to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Park. This route combines Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacles, breathtaking landscapes, and luxury or mid-range accommodation options to suit your travel style.
Whether this is your first Kenya safari or your tenth, this program offers big cats, elephants, flamingos, rhinos, and sweeping savannas—all in one unforgettable itinerary.
Why This 6-Day Kenya Safari Is One of the Most Booked Trips
Travelers choose this tour because it delivers:
✔ The best wildlife density in East Africa
Masai Mara = Big Cats.
Lake Nakuru = Rhinos & Flamingos.
Amboseli = Huge elephant herds & Mount Kilimanjaro.
✔ Minimal driving to maximize wildlife time
Each destination flows naturally to the next.
✔ A powerful mix of ecosystems
✔ Savannah — Mara
✔ Rift Valley lake — Nakuru
✔ Elephant plains — Amboseli
✔ Private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep for comfort & flexibility
This is a premium safari experience, ideal for couples, families, photographers, honeymooners, and small groups.
Itinerary – 6-Day Kenya Safari from Nairobi
Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Amboseli → Nairobi
DAY 1: Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve
Your adventure begins after pickup from your hotel, residence, or the airport. As the city fades behind, the landscapes open into the vast Great Rift Valley, where your guide stops for scenic photos and history.
Arrive in the Masai Mara in time for lunch and settle into your lodge or tented camp overlooking endless savannah.
Afternoon Game Drive
Your first safari drive begins!
You’ll search for:
Lions resting under acacia trees
Cheetahs scanning the plains
Elephants migrating between feeding zones
Hyenas and giraffes grazing peacefully
The Mara always surprises—your safari has truly begun.
Overnight: Masai Mara (Luxury / Midrange / Budget options)
DAY 2: Full-Day Masai Mara Game Drive (Big Cats & Migration Zones)
Wake up to birdsong and the smell of fresh Kenyan coffee.
Today is a full day in the Masai Mara, exploring deeper into wildlife hotspots such as:
Mara Triangle
Talek & Olare Orok regions
The Mara River Migration crossing points (seasonal)
Expect outstanding wildlife moments:
Elephant families
Lion prides on morning hunts
Cheetahs scanning termite mounds
Massive buffalo herds
Elegant giraffes
Optional Masai village visit
Return to your camp at sunset for dinner by the fire.
Overnight: Masai Mara
DAY 3: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, enjoy one last early-morning Mara game drive as predators are most active at dawn.
Then drive to Lake Nakuru, one of Kenya’s most treasured bird and rhino sanctuaries.
Arrival Game Drive
Lake Nakuru offers world-class sightings of:
✔ White & black rhinos
✔ Rothschild’s giraffes
✔ Flamingos (seasonal, spectacular when present)
✔ Lions and elusive leopards
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge / equivalent
DAY 4: Lake Nakuru → Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive as the lake glows pink under the sunrise.
Then travel south toward Amboseli National Park, the land of gigantic elephant herds and the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive where you may see:
Elephants bathing in swamps
Lions walking the open plains
Hyenas and jackals
Towering Kilimanjaro framed behind local wildlife
Overnight: Amboseli lodge or tented camp
DAY 5: Full-Day Amboseli Safari (Kilimanjaro Views & Elephants)
Today is dedicated to exploring Amboseli’s photogenic wetlands and dusty plains.
Highlights include:
✔ Close-up encounters with large elephant herds
✔ Flamingos and pelicans in the lakes
✔ Amboseli’s famous lion prides
✔ Stunning views of Kilimanjaro’s snowcap (weather dependent)
Optional Visit:
Maasai Cultural Village
Return for sundowners at the lodge.
Overnight: Amboseli
DAY 6: Amboseli → Nairobi (Final Game Drive & Departure)
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and a short morning game drive.
See your final:
Elephants
Buffalo
Gazelles
Zebras
Birds of prey
Return to Nairobi in the afternoon, where your safari ends with drop-off at your hotel, residence, or airport.
End of your 6-Day Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Safari.
What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Hotel or Residence
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep.
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
Stay in economy, comfort or luxury lodges / tented camps (your choice).
Park entrance fees
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
Tips & gratuitiesDrinks at lodgesOptional Maasai village visitBalloon safari (optional)Items of personal nature
Accommodation Options (Handpicked Best-Rated)
Luxury
Mara Serena Lodge
Sarova Mara Game Camp
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Amboseli Serena Lodge
Mid-Range
Sentrim Mara
Lake Nakuru Lodge
AA Lodge Amboseli
Budget
Enkorok Mara Camp
Waterbuck Nakuru
Amboseli Sopa
Why Book With Annest Kenya Safaris?
✔ Trusted, top-reviewed safari operator
✔ 100% private tours—your safari, your pace
✔ Expert gold-level safari guides
✔ New 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeeps
✔ Flexible—customize the itinerary anytime
✔ Best value guarantee
Best Time to Visit Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
| Season | Months | Why Visit? |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Season | June – October | Best for wildlife, Great Migration in Masai Mara |
| Wet Season | November – May | Lush landscapes, fewer tourists, birdwatching |
Ideal Clients for This Safari
First-time safari travelers
Adventure lovers
Guests with limited time wanting the best parks
FAQs: 6-Day Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Safari
This safari runs perfectly all year, but the experience differs by season:
Peak Wildlife Months (Best Overall):
July–October: Great Migration in the Masai Mara, excellent predator sightings, clear Amboseli skies.
June & January–February: Dry season, best big cat sightings, open visibility, minimal rain.
Green Season (Best Value):
November–December & March: Beautiful scenery, fewer crowds, good birdlife, better lodge rates.
Rainy Season (Still good):
April–May: Some showers but fewer tourists, parks lush & scenic.
This itinerary is built so that no season is a bad season—each park offers something unique regardless of the month.
Prices depend on season, lodge level, and group size:
Approximate price ranges:
Luxury: $2,900–$4,500 per person
Mid-range: $2,100–$2,700 per person
Comfort / Classic: $1,700–$2,100 per person
Prices include:
Private 4×4 Land Cruiser
Park fees
All game drives
Accommodation (5 nights)
Bottled water
Airport/hotel pickup & drop-off
This route covers Kenya’s strongest Big Five destinations:
Masai Mara – High chances of:
Lions
Leopards
Cheetahs
Elephants
Buffalo
Hyenas
The Great Migration (seasonal)
Lake Nakuru – Best known for:
Rhinos (white & black)
Rothschild giraffes
Flamingos (seasonal)
Big cats occasionally
Amboseli – Famous for:
Massive elephant herds
Clear Mount Kilimanjaro views
Lions, hyenas, cheetahs
Endless photographic scenery
You have a near 95% chance of spotting the Big Five on this itinerary.
Yes—this safari is excellent for families because:
Distances between parks are reasonable
The animals are easy to spot
The lodges offer swimming pools and child-friendly meals
Our 4×4 Jeep is comfortable and private
Park terrain is gentle
We can customize the pace for:
Young kids
Seniors
Mixed-age family groups
Babysitting can be arranged in most lodges (upon request).
Typical driving times (with game drive stops):
Nairobi → Masai Mara: 5–5.5 hours
Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru: 4.5 hours
Nakuru → Amboseli: 6 hours (scenic drive)
Amboseli → Nairobi: 4.5 hours
All in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep with A/C, spacious seating, and large windows.
If preferred, we can upgrade your trip to include flight connections between destinations.
Clothing
Light shirts & trousers
Warm layer for chilly mornings
Hat / sunglasses
Comfortable walking shoes
Essentials
Sunscreen
Camera / binoculars
Small backpack for game drives
Universal power adapter
Refillable water bottle
Optional
Travel journal
Extra memory cards
Lightweight rain jacket (seasonal)
You do not need heavy boots, expensive gear, or special equipment.
All Annest Kenya Safaris 6-day tours use a private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep:
Pop-up safari roof
Charging ports
Onboard cooler
Cushioned seats
Wide windows
Unlimited mileage for game drives
You will have the same guide and Jeep for the entire trip.
Yes.
We can pick you up from:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
Wilson Airport
Any Nairobi hotel
If your arrival is late, we recommend a pre-safari overnight in Nairobi (we can arrange).
You may choose from 3 categories:
Inside the Park
– Best for photography lovers
– Early morning game drives
– See wildlife from your balcony
Near the Park Gate
– Best for families
– Better value
Both offer Wi-Fi, swimming pools (most), and private bathrooms.
Yes—popular upgrades include:
Masai Mara: Mara Serena, Ashnil, Mara Bush Camp
Lake Nakuru: Sarova Lion Hill
Amboseli: Amboseli Serena, Ol Tukai Lodge
We also create ultra-luxury fly-in versions on request.
