Masai Mara and Amboseli Safari: 7 Unforgettable Experiences

6 Days

Age 4+

All Month

Availability 10

Introduction

Experience two of Kenya’s most iconic national parks — the legendary Masai Mara and the breathtaking Amboseli National Park — on this immersive 6-Day Masai Mara + Amboseli Safari with Africa Moja Tours & Safaris.

This tour is designed for travellers who want an authentic safari with world-class Big Five sightings, dramatic photography moments, and diverse landscapes ranging from the Mara’s golden savannahs to Amboseli’s elephant-filled plains beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

Perfect for couples, families, solo travellers, photographers, and small groups seeking a comprehensive Kenya safari experience.

Tour Highlights

Big cats, elephants & breathtaking landscapes
Masai Mara’s dramatic wildlife encounters
Amboseli’s massive elephant herds
Mount Kilimanjaro photo opportunities
Daily game drives with certified safari guides
Budget or mid-range tented accommodations

Itinerary

Your safari begins with a morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or airport.
Travel through the Great Rift Valley, stopping at scenic viewpoints before continuing toward the Masai Mara.
Arrive at your budget or mid-range tented camp for lunch, followed by your first safari.
Afternoon Game Drive
Search for:
- Lions resting beneath acacia trees
- Elephants and buffalo
- Zebras, topi, eland, gazelles
- Cheetahs scanning the plains
The Mara is one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems, and sightings begin quickly.
Return for dinner and overnight at your camp.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Budget Tented Camp (upgrade options available)

Today is dedicated to exploring the vast Masai Mara.
Morning Game Drive
Head out early to maximise predator sightings:
- Lions hunting
- Cheetahs chasing prey
- Leopards hiding in trees
- Elephants feeding in the morning light
Your guide tracks fresh footprints (“spoor”) to lead you to the best wildlife action.
Picnic Lunch at the Mara River
Enjoy a packed lunch overlooking the famous Mara River, where the Great Wildebeest Migration river crossings take place (July–October). Even outside migration months, hippos and crocodiles are resident here year-round.
Afternoon Game Viewing
Continue exploring until late afternoon before returning to camp for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tented Camp inside or near the reserve

After breakfast, enjoy one last early morning game drive as you exit the park — ideal for sunrise photography and early-morning carnivore activity.
Depart for Nairobi, arriving mid-afternoon.
Rest overnight in Nairobi (dinner on your own) OR continue directly to Amboseli depending on your chosen package setup.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Nairobi Hotel (Standard)

After breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park, famous for:
- Large herds of elephants
- Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop
- Big cats (lions, cheetahs)
- Flamingos & pelicans (seasonal)
- Beautiful open plains perfect for photography
Arrive for lunch at your lodge or camp.
Afternoon Game Drive
Look for:
- Huge elephant families
- Lions lounging in the grass
- Hyenas
- Hippos
- Stunning birdlife
As Kilimanjaro clears in the late afternoon, enjoy awe-inspiring views and incredible photography opportunities.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Safari Lodge / Tented Camp

Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli’s diverse habitats.
Sunrise Game Drive
Amboseli is one of the best places in Africa to see:
- Massive elephant herds
- Rare tuskers
- Big cats
- Buffalo and giraffes
Watch as the morning sun illuminates Mount Kilimanjaro.
Picnic Lunch in the Park
Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the scenic viewpoints overlooking the swamps where elephants bathe.
Sunset Game Drive
Continue your safari with the iconic golden-orange Amboseli sunset behind Kilimanjaro.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Safari Lodge / Tented Camp

Enjoy your final sunrise safari drive before breakfast.
Depart mid-morning for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon for drop-off at:
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Wilson Airport
- Your Nairobi hotel
Meals: Breakfast
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