6 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli

Package Overview

6 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Safari – The Best of Kenya in One Journey

Explore the best of Kenya in just six days with this thrilling safari covering Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Park. This journey blends big cat territory, rhino sanctuaries, and the legendary elephants of Amboseli—all within a week.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned safari lover, this itinerary offers iconic wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural experiences that define East Africa.


🗺️ 6-Day Safari Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara Game Reserve

Your safari begins with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley to Maasai Mara. Along the way, enjoy views of escarpments, local villages, and farmlands. Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive to spot lions, zebras, elephants, and more.
Overnight: Maasai Mara Safari Camp or Lodge

Day 2: Full Day in Maasai Mara

Spend the entire day exploring the vast savannahs of the Mara ecosystem. Game drives take you in search of the Big Five and the Great Migration (seasonal). You may also visit a Maasai village for cultural insights (optional).
Overnight: Maasai Mara

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru, arriving in time for a late lunch and an afternoon game drive. The park is famous for rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and flocks of flamingos on the lake shore.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge or Camp

DAY 4: LAKE NAKURU – AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Journey south to Amboseli, located at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro. After checking in, enjoy a game drive across the open plains, where herds of elephants roam freely beneath Africa’s tallest peak.
Overnight: Amboseli Safari Lodge or Tented Camp

Day 5: Full Day in Amboseli

Explore Amboseli’s wetlands, savannahs, and acacia woodlands. You’ll likely see elephants, lions, buffaloes, and countless bird species. With clear weather, Kilimanjaro offers a breathtaking backdrop for your photos.
Overnight: Amboseli

Day 6: Amboseli – Nairobi

After breakfast, take a final game drive as you exit the park. Then return to Nairobi with a picnic lunch or optional stopover en route. You’ll arrive in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or airport.

Price Includes

  • 5 nights’ accommodation (budget to luxury options)

  • Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • All park entry fees and conservancy fees

  • Custom 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Bottled water during game drives

  • English-speaking, professional guide

  • All ground transfers, including airport pickup and drop-off

Price Excludes

  • International flights and visas

  • Hot air balloon safari (optional)

  • Maasai village entry fees (optional)

  • Personal expenses, tips, drinks

  • Travel insurance

💰 Price Guide (Per Person)

Group Size Budget Safari Mid-Range Safari Luxury Safari
2 People $1,200 $1,650 $2,550
4 People $1,070 $1,420 $2,180
6 People $980 $1,290 $1,990

Rates vary depending on the season, group size, and accommodation type. For a tailored quote, contact Steve and Richard Safaris.


🌿 Travel with Purpose

This safari supports responsible travel through eco-lodges, local partnerships, and cultural preservation. Steve and Richard Safaris collaborates with sustainable providers across Kenya. To take it further, explore the Haller Foundation, a grassroots non-profit driving environmental change across Kenyan communities.


🧭 Book Your 6-Day Safari Today

From the golden plains of Maasai Mara to the rhino haven of Lake Nakuru and the iconic backdrop of Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, this 6-day safari is the best way to experience Kenya’s wildlife and wonder—efficiently and comfortably.

Ready to go? Start planning with Steve and Richard Safaris and turn your dream safari into reality.