Classic Kenya Safari
Maasai Mara & Amboseli Adventure
Experience Kenya's iconic wildlife parks on this classic safari. Witness the Great Migration in Maasai Mara and photograph elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop in Amboseli National Park.
Best Time
July-Oct, Jan-Feb
Destinations
Maasai Mara, Amboseli
Accommodation
Luxury Lodges
Meals
Full Board
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Activities:
- Meet and greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Transfer to your hotel in Nairobi
- Welcome briefing about your Kenya safari
- Overview of Maasai Mara and Amboseli parks
- Evening at leisure to rest after your flight
- Optional: Dinner at famous Carnivore Restaurant
Accommodation:
Sarova Stanley or similar (Nairobi)
Meals:
Dinner
Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
- Early breakfast and departure (6:30 AM)
- Scenic drive to Maasai Mara (5-6 hours)
- Stop at Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photos
- Descend the escarpment with spectacular views
- Arrive at camp for lunch
- Afternoon game drive in Maasai Mara
- Search for Big Five and other wildlife
- Sundowner drinks in the bush
- Return to camp for dinner
Accommodation:
Mara Serena Safari Lodge or similar (Maasai Mara)
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full Day Maasai Mara Game Drives
Activities:
- Early morning game drive (6:00 AM)
- Search for lions, leopards, and cheetahs
- Witness the Great Migration (July-October)
- Return to lodge for breakfast
- Mid-morning relaxation at the lodge
- Lunch at the lodge
- Afternoon game drive (3:30 PM)
- Visit to the Mara River
- Spot hippos, crocodiles, and water birds
- Sunset viewing over the savanna
Accommodation:
Mara Serena Safari Lodge or similar (Maasai Mara)
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Maasai Mara Cultural Experience & Game Drive
⚠️ Maasai village visit costs $30 per person (optional but highly recommended).
Activities:
- Morning game drive in different sector
- Track predators and plains game
- Return to lodge for breakfast
- Visit traditional Maasai village
- Learn about Maasai culture and traditions
- Witness traditional jumping dance
- Lunch at the lodge
- Afternoon game drive
- Photography opportunities at golden hour
Accommodation:
Mara Serena Safari Lodge or similar (Maasai Mara)
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Maasai Mara to Amboseli National Park
Activities:
- Early morning game drive
- Final wildlife viewing in the Mara
- Return to camp for breakfast and check-out
- Depart for Amboseli National Park (6-7 hours)
- Lunch en route
- Arrive at Amboseli in late afternoon
- Check-in at lodge with Mount Kilimanjaro views
- Sundowner drinks overlooking the mountain
Accommodation:
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or similar (Amboseli)
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Full Day Amboseli National Park
⚠️ Early morning offers best chances for clear Kilimanjaro views before clouds form.
Activities:
- Dawn game drive for Kilimanjaro sunrise photos (6:00 AM)
- Photograph elephants with Kilimanjaro backdrop
- Visit observation hill for panoramic views
- Return to lodge for breakfast
- Mid-morning relaxation
- Lunch at the lodge
- Afternoon game drive
- Visit swamps teeming with wildlife
- Spot large elephant herds (up to 100 individuals)
- Bird watching - over 400 species
- Sunset viewing with mountain backdrop
Accommodation:
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or similar (Amboseli)
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Amboseli to Nairobi - Departure
Activities:
- Final early morning game drive
- Last photos of elephants and Kilimanjaro
- Return to lodge for breakfast and check-out
- Depart for Nairobi (4-5 hours)
- Lunch en route or at a Nairobi restaurant
- Optional: Last-minute souvenir shopping
- Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Drop-off 3 hours before international flight
- Depart Kenya with unforgettable memories
Accommodation:
None (Departure)
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Safari Highlights
Maasai Mara Big Five
World-famous for lion prides and leopards
Amboseli Elephants
Large herds with Kilimanjaro backdrop
Great Migration
Witness millions of wildebeest (July-Oct)
Mount Kilimanjaro Views
Africa's highest peak as your backdrop
Maasai Culture
Visit traditional villages and ceremonies
Photography Paradise
Iconic African landscapes and wildlife
Package Price
$2,950
per person
Based on 2 people sharing
Quick Facts
Safety & Support
- ✓ Flying Doctor insurance included
- ✓ 24/7 emergency support
- ✓ Experienced safari guides
- ✓ Well-maintained 4x4 vehicles
- ✓ Professional wildlife trackers
Conservation Impact
Your park fees support wildlife conservation, anti-poaching efforts, and community development in Kenya's national parks and reserves.
Learn more about our impact →Experience the Journey
Maasai Mara Wildlife
Amboseli Elephants & Kilimanjaro
Big Five Encounters
Ready for Your Kenya Adventure?
Experience the magic of Maasai Mara and the majesty of Amboseli. Book your classic Kenya safari today.