7-Day Best of Kenya Safari – Midrange Luxury
This 7-day Kenya safari tour showcases the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations, combining the vast savannahs of the Masai Mara, the flamingo-filled shores of Lake Nakuru, and the elephant-dominated plains of Amboseli.
The safari is perfectly balanced to provide thrilling game drives, comfortable midrange luxury accommodations, and scenic travel in a pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle.
With a carefully planned route, this safari ensures maximum wildlife viewing while minimizing long travel fatigue.
Each park offers unique experiences, from Big 5 sightings and birdwatching to Mount Kilimanjaro views, making it an ideal midrange luxury safari for first-time visitors, couples, and small groups.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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First-time Kenya safari travelers seeking a midrange luxury experience.
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Wildlife enthusiasts looking to see the Big 5 across multiple parks.
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Couples, families, or small groups wanting a comfortably paced itinerary.
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Travelers seeking a mix of iconic safari landscapes and cultural scenery.
Why This Safari Works
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Iconic Destinations: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli showcase Kenya’s top wildlife parks.
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Big 5 Opportunities: Frequent sightings in all three parks.
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Comfortable Midrange Lodging: Strategically located near prime wildlife zones.
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Scenic Travel: Pop-up roof 4x4 ensures panoramic wildlife views.
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Balanced Itinerary: Mix of game drives and travel for a relaxed safari pace.
Tour Highlights
Morning and afternoon game drives in Masai Mara and Amboseli
Big 5 sightings across all parks
Flamingos and rhinos at Lake Nakuru
Views of Mount Kilimanjaro from Amboseli
Midrange luxury lodges with private safari amenities
Private 4x4 safari vehicle for flexibility and optimal wildlife viewing
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 3 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Day 1
Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart Nairobi early in a pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle and drive to Masai Mara (approx. 5–6 hours, 280 km).
Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint en route for photos.
Upon arrival, check into your lodge or midrange luxury camp and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive, spotting zebras, giraffes, and elephants.
Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi → Masai Mara – 5–6 hours by 4x4
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 2
Masai Mara Full-Day Safari
Spend the full day on game drives in the Masai Mara.
Early morning drives increase chances of spotting predators, while afternoon drives explore different regions of the park.
Look for lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and rhinos alongside large herds of wildebeest and zebra.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve or return to the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives in pop-up roof 4x4
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara Morning Safari → Leisure Afternoon
Begin with an early morning game drive for a final chance to see the Big 5 and other wildlife.
Return to camp for breakfast and leisure time, allowing for photography, relaxation, or optional cultural visits to Maasai villages.
Depart for an afternoon game drive or enjoy the lodge amenities before dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Morning and optional afternoon game drives in 4x4
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 4
Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive north to Lake Nakuru National Park (approx. 5 hours, 290 km).
Arrive at your midrange lodge, enjoy lunch, and relax.
In the afternoon, embark on a game drive to spot rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and the park’s famous flamingos along the soda lake shores.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru – 5 hours by 4x4
Accommodation
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 5
Lake Nakuru → Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park (approx. 6–7 hours, 360 km), crossing scenic Kenyan landscapes.
Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon and enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
If time permits, take a short evening game drive to spot elephants and other wildlife before dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Nakuru → Amboseli – 6–7 hours by 4x4
Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Day 6
Amboseli Full-Day Safari
Enjoy full-day game drives in Amboseli, one of Kenya’s most photogenic parks.
Morning and afternoon drives offer incredible opportunities to observe elephants, lions, buffalo, and giraffes against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Between drives, relax at your lodge or capture stunning photographs of the landscape.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives in pop-up roof 4x4
Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Day 7
Amboseli → Nairobi
Begin the day with an optional early morning game drive. After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi (approx. 4–5 hours, 240 km).
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel or the international airport, marking the conclusion of your 7-day Best of Kenya Safari Midrange Luxury.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Amboseli → Nairobi – 4–5 hours by 4x4
Accommodation
No Accommodations ( End of the tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo - 1 Room | 2 People - 1 Room |
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| Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | n/a* | $2,352 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | n/a* | $3,192 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026 | n/a* | $2,649 |
| Dec 20, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027 | n/a* | $3,192 |