Kenya Safari Tour with Guide & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

Summary

Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara wildlife adventure

Experience Kenya’s wild side: spot elephants in Amboseli with Kilimanjaro as your backdrop, watch flamingos at Lake Nakuru, and search for lions in the Masai Mara. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Lake Naivasha and learn from local guides who know every corner of these parks.

What’s the experience like?

“Look, giraffes!” That’s what our guide said as we rolled into Amboseli just after lunch, dust swirling behind the van. The air felt warm and dry, but there was a soft breeze coming off Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. We settled into Sentrim Lodge, dropped our bags, and headed out for our first game drive. The light at 4pm made the elephants look almost golden as they crossed the open grass.

The next morning started early—toast and coffee at sunrise, then back into the park. Amboseli’s open plains were busy with zebra herds and birds I’d never seen before. Our guide knew every animal call and could spot a cheetah before anyone else. By midday, we were eating picnic lunches under an acacia tree, watching clouds drift over Kilimanjaro’s snowy peak.

Driving north to Lake Nakuru, the landscape changed—more trees, cooler air. At the lake, flamingos covered the water like a pink blanket. The afternoon game drive brought us close to rhinos and buffalo, with our guide sharing stories about each animal’s habits. Nights at Eagle Palace Hotel were quiet except for distant bird calls.

Masai Mara was all rolling hills and endless sky. We spent a full day tracking lions and wildebeest, stopping for lunch in the shade while Maasai herders passed by with their cattle. On our last day, we took a boat ride on Lake Naivasha—hippos snorted nearby and fish eagles circled overhead—before heading back to Nairobi, tired but happy.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

• Arrive and transfer to Amboseli
• Lunch and relax
• Afternoon game drive

Day 2 — Full Day Game Drive Amboseli

• Breakfast
• Full day game drive with picnic lunch

Day 3 — Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park

• Breakfast
• Transfer to Lake Nakuru
• Lunch and relax
• Afternoon game drive

Day 4 — Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara Reserve

• Breakfast
• Transfer to Maasai Mara
• Lunch and relax
• Afternoon game drive

Day 5 — Full Day Game Drive Maasai Mara

• Breakfast
• Full day game drive with picnic lunch

Day 6 — Maasai Mara to Nairobi via Lake Naivasha

• Breakfast
• Boat safari and walk at Lake Naivasha
• Transfer to Nairobi

Top questions

How many days is this Kenya safari tour?

This guided safari lasts 6 days and covers Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, and Lake Naivasha.

Are meals and park fees included?

Yes, all meals and park entry fees are included throughout the tour, so you don’t have to worry about extra costs at each stop.

What kind of wildlife can I expect to see?

You’ll likely see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, buffalo, flamingos, hippos, and many bird species across the different parks.

Is this tour suitable for everyone?

This safari requires moderate physical fitness and isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or heart conditions.

What’s included

Your trip covers all park fees and taxes, comfortable lodge or hotel stays each night, daily meals from breakfast through dinner, plus a guided boat ride at Lake Naivasha. You’ll travel with an experienced local guide who handles every detail—so you can focus on spotting wildlife and soaking up Kenya’s landscapes along the way.