Kenya Private Safari Tour & Sopa Lodges Package

Summary

Full-Week Wildlife Safari with Local Guides & Maasai Visit

Travel across Kenya’s iconic parks with private transport and local guides: watch elephants at Amboseli with Kilimanjaro as your backdrop, cycle among wildlife at Hell’s Gate, cruise Lake Naivasha by boat, spot rhinos at Nakuru, and explore Masai Mara’s savannahs before returning to Nairobi — all moments you’ll remember long after the trip.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember the first few minutes after we landed in Nairobi — that mix of airport bustle and the warm air outside. Our driver, Daniel, waved us over with this easy grin and before I knew it we were heading out toward Amboseli National Park. Five hours sounds long but honestly, watching the landscape shift and seeing Mount Kilimanjaro getting closer (sometimes hidden behind clouds) made it feel like a moving postcard. Lunch at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge was our first taste of Kenyan hospitality — I’m not sure what spice was in that stew but it was perfect after the drive.

The next morning started early (I’m talking birdsong-before-dawn early), but that’s when you catch the elephants crossing through the mist. Daniel knew exactly where to stop for photos — he even pointed out lion tracks near a muddy patch, which I’d have totally missed. We ate our picnic lunch at a viewpoint overlooking the park; there was this breeze carrying hints of grass and something sweet I couldn’t place. On the way back, we visited a Maasai village — I tried to greet one elder in Maa and got a laugh from everyone (my accent needs work). It felt honest though, not staged.

Driving through the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Naivasha was another highlight — there’s this spot where everyone stops for photos and you can see forever. At Hell’s Gate National Park, cycling past zebras felt surreal (and my legs definitely noticed those hills). The boat ride on Lake Naivasha was quieter than I expected; just water lapping against the hull and pelicans gliding by. Feeding fish eagles with bits from local fishermen was one of those small moments that sticks with you.

Lake Nakuru brought rhinos up close (closer than my nerves liked), plus Rothschild giraffes moving like slow-motion dancers among acacias. By the time we reached Masai Mara Sopa Lodge, I’d lost track of how many animals we’d seen — but nothing really prepares you for seeing lions stretched out under thorn trees or hippos grunting by the Mara River. If you’re lucky enough to catch the wildebeest migration… well, let’s just say it’s loud and messy and kind of beautiful in its own way.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and Amboseli Safari

• Drive to Amboseli Sopa Lodge and lunch
• Afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park

Day 2 — Full Day Amboseli Game Drive

• Early breakfast and full day game drive with picnic lunch
• Visit Masai village and return to lodge

Day 3 — Drive to Lake Naivasha and Hell's Gate

• Drive to Lake Naivasha via Great Rift Valley viewpoint
• Visit Hell's Gate National Park for walking or cycling

Day 4 — Boat Ride and Lake Nakuru Safari

• Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
• Drive to Lake Nakuru and afternoon game drive

Day 5 — Drive to Masai Mara Reserve

• Drive to Masai Mara Sopa Lodge and lunch
• Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara

Day 6 — Full Day Masai Mara Safari

• Full day game drive with picnic lunch and Mara River visit

Day 7 — Return to Nairobi and Departure

• Drive to Nairobi for lunch and airport transfer

Top questions

How long is the Kenya private safari tour?

The tour lasts 7 days, starting and ending in Nairobi.

Are meals included during the safari package?

Yes, all meals are included throughout your stay at each Sopa Lodge.

Is hotel pickup available for this safari?

Yes, pickup from your hotel or residence in Nairobi is included.

Which national parks are visited on this tour?

You’ll visit Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha (including Hell’s Gate), Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara National Reserve.

Can infants or small children join this safari?

Infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are allowed and infant seats are available.

Is cycling possible during this safari?

Cycling is possible at Hell’s Gate National Park near Lake Naivasha.

Do we visit a Maasai village on this tour?

Yes, there is an optional visit to a Maasai village near Amboseli National Park.

Are park entrance fees included?

All park entrance fees are included in the package price.

What’s included

Your week includes private transportation with pickup from Nairobi hotels or residences, accommodation at Sopa Lodges throughout Kenya’s top parks, all meals daily, entry fees for every national park visited (Amboseli, Lake Naivasha/Hell’s Gate, Nakuru, Masai Mara), guided game drives with local experts who know every shortcut and story worth telling — plus an optional Maasai village visit before returning to Nairobi at journey’s end.