Safari Overview
A seven-day private road safari through three of Kenya's great parks. In Amboseli, elephant herds walk beneath Mount Kilimanjaro; at Lake Nakuru, in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, flamingos line the shore and a sanctuary protects black and white rhino; and in the Maasai Mara you search for lion, leopard, cheetah and the great herds of the plains. You travel in a custom pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser with a professional English-speaking driver-guide, staying at Serena and Sarova lodges and camps.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Jambo! Arrival in Nairobi
Karibu Kenya! On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a Leona Tours representative meets you with our welcome kit: cool towels, a glass of bubbly and your safari essentials. You are then transferred to your hotel in the city centre for the night.
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, drive south to Amboseli National Park, arriving at the lodge in time for lunch. Relax by the pool with views of Mount Kilimanjaro, then head out on an afternoon game drive among the park's famous elephant herds, returning for dinner and the night.
A full day in Amboseli
Set out on an early morning game drive, when Kilimanjaro is often clearest, and return to the lodge for breakfast. Relax by the pool through the heat of the day. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive before dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Amboseli to Lake Nakuru via the Great Rift Valley
After breakfast, travel via Nairobi and down the escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, with sweeping views of Mount Longonot and Lake Naivasha, carrying packed lunch boxes. In the afternoon, game drive around Lake Nakuru, one of Kenya's most famous soda lakes. The park is renowned for its birdlife and flamingos, and its rhino sanctuary offers a chance to see the endangered black rhino. Return to the lodge for dinner and the night.
Lake Nakuru to the Maasai Mara
After breakfast, cross the Great Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara, the northern extension of the Serengeti plains and one of Africa's richest wildlife reserves. It is home to black-maned lions, the elusive leopard, giraffe, elephant, rhino, zebra and migrating wildebeest. Arrive at camp for a late lunch, then head out on an afternoon game drive before dinner and the night.
A full day in the Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, spend the morning on a game drive across the plains and return to camp for lunch. In the afternoon you can visit a traditional Maasai manyatta to learn about the customs and way of life of this famous community (optional, quoted separately), then continue game viewing on the way back to camp for dinner and the night. For a sunrise to remember, add a hot-air balloon safari over the Mara (optional, quoted separately).
Back to Nairobi and departure
Enjoy a final breakfast in the bush, say farewell to the camp team and drive back to Nairobi with a camera full of memories. Your driver-guide takes you to the famous Carnivore Restaurant for lunch, then on to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight. Asante sana, na safari njema!
2027 rates per person (USD)
| Travel dates | 2 travellers | 3 travellers | 4 travellers | 5 travellers | 6 travellers | Single supplement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Jan – 30 Mar 2027 (incl. Easter, 26–29 Mar) | $3,325 | $2,920 | $2,715 | $2,590 | $2,510 | $825 |
| 1 Apr – 31 May 2027 | $3,035 | $2,625 | $2,420 | $2,300 | $2,215 | $485 |
| 1 – 30 Jun 2027 | $3,745 | $3,335 | $3,130 | $3,010 | $2,930 | $1,135 |
| 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2027 | $3,835 | $3,470 | $3,290 | $3,180 | $3,110 | $1,135 |
| 1 – 31 Oct 2027 | $3,445 | $3,085 | $2,900 | $2,795 | $2,720 | $840 |
| 1 Nov – 22 Dec 2027 | $3,295 | $2,930 | $2,750 | $2,640 | $2,570 | $665 |
| 23 Dec 2027 – 2 Jan 2028 | $3,740 | $3,375 | $3,195 | $3,085 | $3,015 | $1,060 |
Rates are per person sharing a room, travelling in one private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser. The single supplement is added per person for a single room. Minimum two travellers.
Hotels & Camps Used
Sarova Stanley Hotel
Nairobi
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Amboseli National Park
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Lake Nakuru National Park
Sarova Mara Game Camp
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Included
- Arrival and departure transfers, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Leona welcome with cool towels and bubbly
- Complimentary branded safari hat and safari essentials pack
- Bed and breakfast in Nairobi
- Full board accommodation while on safari
- Park entry fees
- A professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Unlimited game drives
- Custom pop-up roof 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with HF radio, fridge, binoculars and guidebooks
- Unlimited drinking water in the vehicle
- Complimentary Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover while on safari
Not Included
- International flights, passport and visa fees
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Cultural visit to a Maasai village (manyatta)
- Hot-air balloon safari over the Maasai Mara
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and drinks
- Tips for camp staff and gratuities for your driver-guide
- Anything not listed as included
Optional Extras
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Classic Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara cost?+
The 7 Days / 6 Nights Classic Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara starts from $3,035. The final price depends on your travel dates, group size and room category, so please enquire for an exact quote.
What is the itinerary for the Classic Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara?+
Day 1: Jambo! Arrival in Nairobi. Day 2: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Day 3: A full day in Amboseli. Day 4: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru via the Great Rift Valley. Day 5: Lake Nakuru to the Maasai Mara. Day 6: A full day in the Maasai Mara. Day 7: Back to Nairobi and departure.
Where will we stay on this trip?+
Sarova Stanley Hotel (Nairobi); Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Amboseli National Park); Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Lake Nakuru National Park); Sarova Mara Game Camp (Maasai Mara National Reserve).
What is included in the price?+
Arrival and departure transfers, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport; Leona welcome with cool towels and bubbly; Complimentary branded safari hat and safari essentials pack; Bed and breakfast in Nairobi; Full board accommodation while on safari; Park entry fees; A professional English-speaking driver-guide; Unlimited game drives; Custom pop-up roof 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with HF radio, fridge, binoculars and guidebooks; Unlimited drinking water in the vehicle; Complimentary Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover while on safari.
What is not included?+
International flights, passport and visa fees; Comprehensive travel insurance; Cultural visit to a Maasai village (manyatta); Hot-air balloon safari over the Maasai Mara; Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and drinks; Tips for camp staff and gratuities for your driver-guide; Anything not listed as included.
Good to Know
- Rates are per person in US dollars and vary with travel dates and group size. See the 2027 rate table, and ask us for an exact quote.
- Minimum two travellers, travelling in one private safari vehicle.
- If a listed property is fully booked, we will offer a comparable alternative. Rates may change if you request modifications to the tour.
- Kenya requires an approved eTA and mandatory inbound travel insurance before you travel. See our FAQs for the official links.
- Errors and omissions are excluded.
