Wildlife safaris

Kenya Safari

Kenya's two most famous parks: the Masai Mara's lions, cheetahs and leopards, then Amboseli's elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inMasai Mara
RouteMasai Mara · Amboseli
Places2 destinations
CountryKenya
Ideal forWildlife safaris, Photography holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-DD75K7

Best time to visit: July to October for the migration; January to February

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Amboseli, Kenya

Trip overview

Kenya's two most famous parks: the Masai Mara's lions, cheetahs and leopards, then Amboseli's elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro.

The route spends 3 nights in Masai Mara and 2 nights in Amboseli, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits wildlife safaris and photography holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Mara River crossingsBig Five game drivesHot-air balloon safariElephants with KilimanjaroObservation HillSwamps

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Masai Mara

Arrive via Wilson Airport and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Hot-air balloon safari: Sunrise flight

Day 2Masai Mara: Game drives and Balloon safari

Game drives
Balloon safari

Day 3Masai Mara: Mara River crossings and Maasai village

Mara River crossings: Wildebeest migration (seasonal)
Maasai village: Cultural visit

Day 4Masai Mara to Amboseli

Travel from Masai Mara to Amboseli by road or train, or fly where it saves time (we compare options in your quote)
Check in at your Amboseli hotel
Elephants with Kilimanjaro: Classic view

Day 5Amboseli: Swamps and Game drives

Swamps: Hippos and birds
Game drives

Day 6Depart from Amboseli

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Amboseli airstrip for your journey home

How this version is planned

Safari permits booked as soon as dates are fixed, as zones sell out
Early-morning and afternoon drives when animals are most active
Lodges chosen close to park gates
Naturalist-led drives where available
Sunrise and sunset kept free for shooting

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Masai Mara: Fly in and out to save a long, bumpy drive.
Amboseli: Kilimanjaro is clearest at dawn and dusk.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Masai Mara, Amboseli
Ideal for: Wildlife safaris, Photography holidays
Best time: July to October for the migration; January to February; June to October and January to February
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-DD75K7

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Masai Mara: July to October for the migration; January to February. Amboseli: June to October and January to February.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Masai Mara (Wilson Airport, Nairobi, then bush flight). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.