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9-Day Tsavo, Amboseli, Riftvalley and Maasai Mara

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🗺 Kenya ⏱ 9 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof

Tsavo Amboseli Riftvalley and Maasai Mara

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Explore Kenya’s diverse landscapes on this immersive safari—from Tsavo’s vast wilderness to Amboseli’s elephants under Kilimanjaro, the serene lakes of Naivasha and Nakuru, and the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara. A perfectly paced journey through Kenya’s most iconic destinations.

Route

Start	Tsavo (Day 1)
Day 2	Amboseli
Day 3	Riftvalley
End	and Maasai Mara

Tour Features

Day 1: Nairobi to Tsavo – Into the Red Wilderness Day 2: Tsavo – Exploring the Wild Frontier Day 3: Tsavo to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Awaits Day 4: Amboseli – Elephants & Open Plains Day 5: Amboseli to Naivasha – Scenic Transition Day 6: Naivasha to Nakuru – Flamingo Haven Day 7: Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Into Big Five Territory Day 8: Maasai Mara – Full Day Safari Experience Day 9: Maasai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

Activities & Transportation

Route: Tsavo, Amboseli, Riftvalley, and Maasai Mara
Duration: 9 days
Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1

Salt Lick Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

2

Salt Lick Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

3

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

4

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

5

The Nest Boutique Hotel Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

6

Lake Nakuru Flamingo Resort & Spa Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

7

Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

8

Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

9

No accommodation

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Nairobi to Tsavo – Into the Red Wilderness

⏱Morning 🏨Salt Lick Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart Nairobi in the morning and journey toward Tsavo National Park, Kenya’s largest and most rugged wilderness. The drive offers changing landscapes as you transition from urban surroundings to open savannah. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive. Tsavo is famous for its red-dusted elephants, vast plains, and dramatic scenery. Keep an eye out for lions, giraffes, zebras, and a wide range of birdlife. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 2 Tsavo – Exploring the Wild Frontier

⏱Morning 🏨Salt Lick Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend a full day exploring Tsavo’s untamed beauty with a full-day game drive. This expansive park offers a more remote and authentic safari experience, away from heavy crowds. Visit key highlights such as natural springs, waterholes, and lava flows where wildlife gathers. You may spot elephants, buffalo, antelope, and predators roaming freely. The changing light across the landscape makes for excellent photography. Return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxed evening.

Day 3 Tsavo to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro Awaits

⏱Morning 🏨Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, depart Tsavo and head toward Amboseli National Park, enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive in time for lunch and settle into your lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. The open plains and swamps attract a variety of wildlife, offering excellent game viewing opportunities. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 4 Amboseli – Elephants & Open Plains

⏱Morning 🏨Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Enjoy a full day in Amboseli with flexible game drives designed to maximise wildlife sightings. The park’s diverse habitats, from wetlands to dry plains, support elephants, lions, cheetahs, and abundant birdlife. Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park and its swamps. On clear days, Mount Kilimanjaro provides a stunning backdrop for photography. Take time to appreciate the peaceful rhythm of the park before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 Amboseli to Naivasha – Scenic Transition

⏱Morning 🏨The Nest Boutique Hotel Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart Amboseli early and travel through changing landscapes toward the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, you will go for a boat ride on the lake, where you can spot hippos and a variety of bird species. An optional guided walk (at additional cost) on Crescent Island offers a unique chance to walk among giraffes, zebras, and antelope. This tranquil setting provides a refreshing break from the intensity of game drives. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 6 Naivasha to Nakuru – Flamingo Haven

⏱Morning 🏨Lake Nakuru Flamingo Resort & Spa Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving for a game drive en route to your lodge. The park is known for its rich birdlife, including flamingos that often line the lake’s shores. It is also one of the best places in Kenya to see both black and white rhinos. Explore the park’s acacia woodlands and open grasslands in search of lions, buffalo, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 7 Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Into Big Five Territory

⏱Morning 🏨Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart Nakuru after breakfast and journey toward the Maasai Mara, passing through scenic Rift Valley landscapes. Arrive in time for lunch at your camp or lodge. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in this world-famous reserve. The Mara is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. The rolling plains and abundant animals make for an exciting introduction to this iconic destination. Dinner and overnight at your camp.

Day 8 Maasai Mara – Full Day Safari Experience

⏱Morning 🏨Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives across different areas of the reserve. Your guide will track wildlife movements to maximize sightings of predators and large herds. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration. A picnic lunch can be arranged to allow more time in the field. Optional visit to a Maasai village offers cultural insight. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 9 Maasai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying scenic views of the Rift Valley along the way. Arrive in the afternoon with drop-off at the airport or your hotel. This marks the end of your safari, leaving you with lasting memories of Kenya’s diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable experiences across its most iconic destinations.