8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Holiday
This 8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Holiday will take you for a great and memorable Adventure in Kenya’s Renowned Wilderness. You will have a once in a life time Safari Holiday that is worth telling since you will meet eye to eye with Africa’s Big 5 Mammal Species, see large elephants herds, various predators and also Unique Cultural Encounters.
Safari destinations
Amboseli National Park
Located in the Southern region of Kenya in Loitoktok district. The park got its name from a local word in Maasai language meaning “Salty dusty place.” It covers an area of 392sqkm and it is heavenly endowed with large herds of elephants making it the best place in Africa to get up-close to free ranging elephants. Meanwhile, the park boosts of various species of mammals like Lions, elephants, Wildebeest, Leopards, Zebra, Hippo, Giraffe, hyenas, cheetahs, wild dogs, hartebeests, dik-dik, kudus, jackals, bat-eared foxes, fringe-eared Oryx, long-necked gerenuks, serval, warthogs and yellow baboon. The park also has various bird species of about 400 species including pelicans, crakes, kingfishers, lily-trotters, egrets, hammerkops, rare Madagascar squaco, among others.
Lake Naivasha National Park
Also known as “Sheer Adventure” is located in the South Western region of Kenya along the Great Rift Valley floor. The park was established in 1995 and it covers an area of 140sqkm. The park is blessed with over 100 mammal species including giraffes, waterbucks, zebras, hippos, buffaloes and over 350 species of birds including flamingos, weaver birds, gonolek, African fish eagles, Palearctic duck, oxyura, red-knobbed coot, little greb, African spoonbill, marabou stork, kingfishers, herons, porzana pullisa among others.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Also known as a “Beautiful bird Haven” is located in the West Central Kenya and it is one of the saline lakes of the lake system lying within the Great rift valley of Eastern Africa. The park boosts of over 400 bird species including vast numbers of pink flamingoes, Abyssinian thrush, large flocks of pelicans, Bateleur, Arrow-marked babbler, and also mammals like waterbucks, impalas, warthogs, elands, lions, leopards, hippopotamus, giraffes, black and white rhinos, African wild dog, vervet monkeys, olive baboon, colobus monkeys and many more.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Located in the South Western region of Kenya along the Great Rift Valley area in Norok County Kenya adjacent to Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. Maasai Mara National Reserve was established in 1961 as a wildlife sanctuary covering an area of 520 sqkm of the current Mara Triangle. Later it was converted into a Game Reserve and by 1984 the park had a total area of 1510sqkm. The park is dotted with acacia trees, shrubs and bushes and has 2 draining rivers which are Maasai Mara River and Talek River. A unique wildlife conservation haven famous for its Natural diversity of wildlife like the Big 5 mammals which are Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes and Rhinos in large numbers as well as other mammals like Cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, crocodiles, hippos, giraffes, duikers, impala hartebeests, roan antelopes, topi, wildebeest and Thomson’s gazelles.
It also boosts of over 500 bird species like Bateleur, Secretary bird, Schawlow’s turaco, Abdim’s stork, Hammerkops, Temminck’s courser, Southern ground hornbill, Usambiro barbet, Saddle-billed stork, Giant kingfisher, Woolly-necked stork, Black-headed heron, Giant kingfisher, African jacana, Crowned lapwing, Malachite kingfisher, Grey-headed kingfisher among others. . Maasai Mara National Reserve is also famous for its annual Wildebeest Beast Migration where Millions of these creatures migrate from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park which occurs between July and October making it one of the 7 Wonders of the World.
Day 1: Pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – Transfer to Amboseli National Park – Evening Game Drive
will begin with a pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by our Professional driver guide from Paradise Adventure Vacations who will meet and greet you, he will then brief you about your Safari and thereafter embark on about 5 hours’ drive to Kenya’s Amboseli National Park located in the South western region of Kenya. Upon reaching, you will check into your accommodation for a delightful lunch and have rest.
Later you will go on a relaxed evening game drive through the short savannah grasslands as you enjoy the iconic and most beautiful backdrop of the snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro which stands high up in the clouds at (5,895m) above sea level making it Africa highest free standing Mountain. You will spot mammals like elephants, Wildebeest, Leopards, Zebra, Hippos, and Giraffes, hyenas, cheetahs, wild dogs, hartebeests, dik-dik, kudus and jackals among others. Later you will return to your lodge for a freshly prepared dinner as well as an overnight.
Location: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Amboseli Sopa Lodge or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 2: Amboseli National Park – Morning Game drive – Evening Game drive
After delighting on your delicious breakfast, you will start day 2 of your 8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Holiday with an early morning game drive. You will drive through the dry savannah plains in search for wildlife species like elephants, Wildebeest, Leopards, Zebra, Hippo, Giraffe, warthogs, hyenas, cheetahs, wild dogs, hartebeests, dik-dik, kudus, jackals, bat-eared foxes, fringe-eared Oryx, long-necked gerenuks among other mammals while enjoying the stunning views of Africa’s highest snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro in the backdrop in case the weather plays along.
You will then return to your lodge for a hearty lunch and relaxation. Later in the evening, you will embark on a night game drive which will start at sunset while giving you a perfect glimpse of the Sunset at Amboseli National Park. You will go on the drive with an armed park ranger and spotlight torches to help you spot nocturnals while hunting and feeding on their prey, like Lions, bat-eared foxes, serval, hyenas, cheetahs, Leopards and also Hippos while feeding on short grass. You will then return back to your lodge for a relaxed dinner as well as an overnight.
Location: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Amboseli Sopa Lodge or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 3: Transfer to Lake Naivasha – Boat Ride to Crescent Island for Game Viewing
Your day 3 of the Safari will start with a lovely breakfast and thereafter transfer to Lake Naivasha National Park which is about 6 hours’ drive from Amboseli National Park. Upon arrival, you will check into your lodge for a hearty lunch and then later embark on a rejuvenating boat ride on this Great Rift Valley fresh water lake amidst various hippos to the crescent island. You will have various wildlife to view while at Crescent Island including zebras, giraffes, elands, wildebeest, impalas, water bucks among others. Later you will return back to your accommodation for your dinner and overnight.
Location: Lake Naivasha National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 4: Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
Day 4 of your 8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Holiday will start with an early morning delicious breakfast and thereafter embark on a 1 hour drive to Lake Nakuru National Park located in the Northwestern region of Kenya. Upon reaching, you will check into your accommodation for a hearty lunch and have relaxation. Later in the afternoon, you will have a game drive around Lake Nakuru to watch the eye-catching flocks of the Greater and the lesser flamingos which color the shores of Lake Nakuru pink, you will take various memorable pictures and then later proceed to the Rhino sanctuary which is a home to about 100 white rhinos and 50 black rhinos. Return back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight.
Location: Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 5: Drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve – Evening Game Drive
Your day 5 of your 8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Holiday will begin with a hot delicious breakfast and thereafter check out of your lodge and transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve which is about 4 hours’ drive from Lake Nakuru. Upon arrival, you will check into your accommodation for a hearty lunch and have relaxation. Later you will go on a relaxed scenic drive until sunset in the rosy grassy hills in search for African wildlife like Elephants, Lions, Buffaloes, giraffes, duikers, impalas, hartebeests, roan antelopes, topi, wildebeest, and Thomson’s gazelles and if lucky you might as well spot leopards. Later you will return for your dinner and an overnight.
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Zebra Plains Mara Camp or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve – Full day Wildebeest Migration Experience and Game drive
After your delicious breakfast, you will embark on an encounter with Maasai Mara’s Wildebeests at Mara River. While here, you will enjoy watching millions of Wildebeests and Zebras migrating from Serengeti National Park to Maasai Mara while crossing the Mara River amidst the big Nile Crocodiles waiting to grab food, here you will witness survival for the fittest as lions are on the other hand waiting at the river banks for the same. This experience is an unforgettable one since you will watch these creatures searching for greener pastures. You will enjoy a packed lunch in the reserve while maximizing your time with the migrating Herds.
You will continue with your exploration of Maasai Mara National reserve with a game drive and search for more wildlife like giraffes, duikers, impala, hartebeests, roan antelopes, Topis, Thomson’s gazelles, rhinos, buffaloes, elephants among others. Later in the evening, you will enjoy the sunset as you drive back to your accommodation for your dinner and overnight while searching for leopards and cheetahs.
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Zebra Plains Mara Camp or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 7: Maasai Mara National Park – Morning Game Drive – Afternoon Nature walk
Upon waking up on your day 7 of the 8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Holiday, you will embark on an early morning game drive which will give you a great opportunity to spot predators like lions, leopards, spotted hyenas and other mammals like hippos, buffaloes, wildebeests, elephants and many more. Return back to your accommodation for a hearty breakfast and spend your entire afternoon relaxing at your lodge. Later, you will go for a 2 hour Nature walk with a local Maasai guide who will share his experience and expertise with you. He will teach you about the hidden secrets of the African savannah and how the Maasai people track wildlife and birds and also how they find medicine in the bush. You will later return to your lodge for a relaxed dinner and an overnight.
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation Option:
| Mid-Range | Zebra Plains Mara Camp or Similar |
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch as well as Dinner
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
Day 8: Morning Maasai Cultural Encounter – Transfer back to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your Hotel
On your final day of your Safari, you will have a relaxed breakfast, check out of your lodge and thereafter head out to the Maasai Community living near the park for a rich encounter which will give you the definition of a true African Culture. Thereafter you will proceed with your journey back to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight back home or opt to spend another night in Nairobi City. Thank you so much for specifically choosing Paradise Adventure Vacations on the 8 Days Kenya Safari to Amboseli – Naivasha – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Family Holiday and we hope to see you again!!!
Location: Nairobi
Accommodation Option: No
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
The Safari Package Includes:
- Return airport transfers (Pick up and drop off)
- Private transport for 8 days in a well-modified safari van / safari land-cruiser that is (4×4 WD, air-conditioned and pop up roof)
- Fuel for 8 days
- Private English speaking safari guide for 8 Days Uganda Wildlife
- Private Mid-range accommodation for 7 nights on full board (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
- Drinking Water and Fruits Throughout the journey
- All government applicable taxes
- All park entrance fees and all itinerary activities
- Maasai Community Local Dance Experience
- Amboseli National Park – Evening to Night Game drive
- Wildebeest Experience in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Maasai Mara National Reserve – Afternoon Nature walk
The Safari Package Excludes:
- International and domestic flights
- Country entry visas
- Other items of personal nature/tips/laundry/telephone charges/ souvenir shopping,
- Personal travel insurance
- Extra meals and activities
- Alcoholic and other soft drinks (Sodas, special juice order at the lodge and wines)
- Covid-19 PCR test
Our Safari Vehicles Seating Plan - 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser Extended
All our Safari vehicles are Toyota Land-cruiser 4×4 with pop-up roofs. The vehicles are serviced and maintained to a very high standard before, during and after every safari. Paradise Adventure Vacations Ltd offering all-wheel drive safari vehicles suitable for off-road driving, which enable travelers to discover the magical areas of East Africa in a pleasant and reliable manner.
Our fleet consists of 4×4 Toyota Land cruisers with a hinged roof and skylights above the front seats. The hinged roof offers two main advantages: it provides shade without restricting the view, so that you can enjoy your safari even in the very sunny hours of the day. It also allows a 360-degree all-round view.
Our Vehicles Are Equipped With:
- Adjustable comfortable seats
- Electric refrigerator for drinks
- High-performance shock absorbers
- Tool & first aid kit
- Adapters and battery chargers
Due to the difficult ground and road conditions inside and outside the national parks and wildlife reserves, a four-wheel drive vehicle is not only recommended, but also crucial for an eventful safari.
