6 Days Kenya Classic Safari
Overview
Experience the very best of Kenya’s wildlife and breathtaking landscapes on this 6-Day Kenya Classic Safari. This unforgettable adventure takes you through three of Kenya’s most iconic national parks: Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Maasai Mara National Reserve. From the majestic elephant herds roaming beneath the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro to the flamingo-lined shores of Lake Nakuru and the endless savannahs of Maasai Mara, this safari showcases Kenya’s extraordinary natural beauty and diverse wildlife.
Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples, families, and first-time visitors, this itinerary offers exceptional game drives, stunning scenery, rich birdlife, and opportunities to encounter the legendary Big Five while enjoying comfortable accommodations and expert-guided safari experiences.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Destination
Nairobi → Amboseli National Park
Activities & Attractions
After breakfast, depart from Nairobi and travel south to Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife destinations. Upon arrival, check into your safari lodge before enjoying lunch and an afternoon game drive across the park’s vast plains. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds, diverse wildlife, seasonal wetlands, and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. During the drive, you’ll have opportunities to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, and numerous bird species while enjoying spectacular sunset photography.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp
Day 2: Amboseli National Park – Lake Nakuru National Park
Destination
Amboseli National Park → Lake Nakuru National Park
Activities & Attractions
Start the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active before enjoying breakfast and departing for Lake Nakuru National Park through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Arrive in the afternoon and head out for a rewarding game drive around the lake. Lake Nakuru is famous for its thriving populations of endangered black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, flamingos (seasonal), pelicans, buffaloes, waterbucks, and countless bird species, making it one of Kenya’s finest wildlife and birdwatching destinations.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge
Day 3: Lake Nakuru National Park – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Destination
Lake Nakuru National Park → Maasai Mara National Reserve
Activities & Attractions
After breakfast, leave Lake Nakuru behind and journey toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, passing through beautiful countryside and traditional Kenyan villages. Upon arrival, check into your lodge before embarking on an afternoon game drive across the endless savannah plains. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, hyenas, antelopes, and other incredible wildlife while enjoying one of Africa’s most spectacular safari destinations.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp
Day 4: Full Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Destination
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Activities & Attractions
Spend a full day exploring the remarkable Maasai Mara with extensive morning and afternoon game drives led by your experienced safari guide. Track the legendary Big Five while observing countless other wildlife species including cheetahs, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, jackals, and over 450 bird species. If traveling during the migration season, you may witness the incredible Great Migration as thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp
Day 5: Maasai Mara Exploration & Maasai Cultural Experience
Destination
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Activities & Attractions
Begin the day with another exciting wildlife safari through different sections of Maasai Mara, maximizing your chances of spotting elusive leopards, black rhinos, and large prides of lions. Later, visit a traditional Maasai village where you’ll experience the unique culture, colorful dances, traditional homes, handcrafted beadwork, and fascinating customs of the Maasai people. This cultural encounter provides a deeper understanding of one of East Africa’s most iconic communities while complementing your unforgettable wildlife experience.
Accommodation: Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp
Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Destination
Maasai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi
Activities & Attractions
After breakfast, check out of your lodge and begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi through the magnificent Great Rift Valley. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of rolling hills, rural villages, and picturesque landscapes while reflecting on the unforgettable wildlife encounters and incredible memories created during your Kenya safari. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be transferred to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your classic Kenya wildlife adventure.
- Included
- All meals on the safari
- All game viewing activities specified
- All Park entrance fees & taxes
- Private 4×4 wheel Safari Vehicle
- Professional English speaking safari and tour guide / driver
- Drinking Water
- Transportation
- excluded
- Entry Visas
- International
- Flights
- Laundry
- Optional Activities
- Tips and Gratuities
- Possible Concession fees
- Alcoholic Drink