Explore Magical Kenya 8 Days 7 Nights Tsavo & Mara Safari

Explore Magical Kenya 8 Days 7 Nights Tsavo & Mara Safari
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Package Overview

This carefully crafted 8 day naivasha kenya tour brings together Kenya’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife experiences in one seamless journey, blending dramatic scenery with unforgettable safari moments. Your adventure begins with an immersive tsavo east national park safari, where red-earth plains and roaming elephant herds set the tone, followed by a scenic tsavo west national park safari featuring volcanic landscapes, lava flows, and natural springs. In Amboseli, enjoy a remarkable amboseli national park safari with stunning Mount Kilimanjaro views, complemented by a comfortable stay at Amboseli Serena Lodge. The calm waters of lake Naivasha kenya offer relaxing boat rides before the journey concludes with an extraordinary Masai Mara safari tour package, home to the Big Five and Africa’s legendary savannah wildlife.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day Plan

Day 1

Arrival & Transfer to Tsavo East National Park

Hotel

Transfer

activitiesActivities

Meals

SGR Train + Road Transfer

Nairobi (JKIA) / Nairobi Hotel

Tsavo East National Park (via SGR Train to Voi Station)

*Within same city pickup & drop will be provided

Meet at JKIA / Nairobi hotel → SGR train to Voi → road transfer + en-route game drive to lodge

hotel

Ashnil Aruba Lodge

or similar 4 Star Hotel

Standard Room (overlooking Aruba Dam)

En-Route Game Drive – Tsavo East

En-Route Game Drive – Tsavo East

Pick up from Voi and enjoy an en-route game drive inside Tsavo East National Park. Spot elephants, buffalo herds and diverse wildlife

Afternoon Sunset Game Drive – Tsavo East

Afternoon Sunset Game Drive – Tsavo East

Afternoon sunset game drive across red-earth plains dotted with baobabs. Spot elephants, buffalo herds and diverse wildlife during your Tsavo East National Park safari

Lunch Included

Dinner Included

  • Meet and greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Nairobi hotel.

  • Transfer to SGR station for a scenic train ride to Voi.

  • Pick up and enjoy an en-route game drive inside Tsavo East.

  • Lunch at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, looking at Aruba Dam.

  • Afternoon sunset game drive across red-earth plains dotted with baobabs.

  • Spot elephants, buffalo herds & diverse wildlife during your tsavo east national park safari.

Day 2

Tsavo West National Park Adventure

Hotel

Transfer

activitiesActivities

Meals

Road Transfer

Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo West National Park

*Within same city pickup & drop will be provided

Scenic drive to Tsavo West with wildlife sightings en route

hotel

Kilaguni Serena Lodge

or similar 4 Star Hotel

Deluxe Room

Scenic Drive to Tsavo West

Scenic Drive to Tsavo West

Scenic drive to Tsavo West National Park with wildlife sightings en route. Check in and lunch at Kilaguni Serena Lodge

Mzima Springs Visit

Mzima Springs Visit

Afternoon exploration including a visit to Mzima Springs – a stunning natural oasis with crystal-clear water fed by volcanic rock filtration

Volcanic Cones, Lava Flows & Ngulia Sanctuary

Volcanic Cones, Lava Flows & Ngulia Sanctuary

Witness volcanic cones, lava flows and black rhinos at Ngulia Sanctuary. Enjoy spectacular landscapes during your Tsavo West National Park safari

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Early breakfast at the lodge.

  • Scenic drive to Tsavo West with wildlife sightings enroute.

  • Check in and lunch at Kilaguni Serena Lodge.

  • Afternoon exploration, including Mzima Springs visit.

  • Witness volcanic cones, lava flows & black rhinos at Ngulia Sanctuary.

  • Enjoy spectacular landscapes during your tsavo west national park safari.

  • Dinner & overnight at lodge.

Day 3

Transfer to Amboseli National Park

Hotel

Transfer

activitiesActivities

Meals

Road Transfer

Tsavo West National Park

Amboseli National Park

*Within same city pickup & drop will be provided

Drive to Amboseli with stunning Mount Kilimanjaro views en route

hotel

Amboseli National Park

or similar 5 Star Hotel

Deluxe Room

Drive to Amboseli with Kilimanjaro Views

Drive to Amboseli with Kilimanjaro Views

Drive to Amboseli with stunning Mount Kilimanjaro views. Arrive in time for lunch at the camp/lodge

Afternoon Game Drive – Amboseli

Afternoon Game Drive – Amboseli

Afternoon game drive across swamps and open plains. Capture iconic elephant shots against snow-capped peaks during your Amboseli National Park safari

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Breakfast at the lodge.

  • Drive to Amboseli with stunning Mount Kilimanjaro views.

  • Arrive in time for lunch at the camp/lodge.

  • Afternoon game drive across swamps & open plains.

  • Capture iconic elephant shots against snow-capped peaks during your amboseli national park safari.

  • Dinner & overnight at lodge.

Day 4

Full Day Amboseli Exploration

Hotel

activitiesActivities

Meals

hotel

Amboseli Serena Lodge

or similar 5 Star Hotel

Deluxe Room

Pre-Dawn Game Drive – Amboseli

Pre-Dawn Game Drive – Amboseli

Pre-dawn game drive for best wildlife photography. Return for breakfast and leisure time at the lodge

Optional Maasai Cultural Visit

Optional Maasai Cultural Visit

Optional visit to a local Maasai village to experience traditional culture, music, and lifestyle

Afternoon Game Drive – Amboseli

Afternoon Game Drive – Amboseli

Afternoon game drive spotting lions, cheetahs and giraffes. Enjoy the luxury hospitality of the Amboseli Serena safari experience

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Pre-dawn game drive for best wildlife photography.

  • Return for breakfast and leisure time at the lodge.

  • Optional Maasai cultural visit.

  • Afternoon game drive spotting lions, cheetahs & giraffes.

  • Stay at Amboseli Serena Lodge and enjoy the luxury hospitality of amboseli serena safari experience.

  • overnight at the Camp/lodge.

Day 5

Drive to Lake Naivasha

Hotel

Transfer

activitiesActivities

Meals

Road Transfer

Amboseli National Park

Lake Naivasha (Sopa Lodge)

*Within same city pickup & drop will be provided

Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha Kenya

hotel

Sopa Lodge, Lake Naivasha

or similar 4 Star Hotel

Deluxe Room

Scenic Drive through Great Rift Valley

Scenic Drive through Great Rift Valley

Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha Kenya. Check-in and lunch at Sopa Lodge

Afternoon Boat Ride – Lake Naivasha

Afternoon Boat Ride – Lake Naivasha

Afternoon boat ride to view hippos and vibrant birdlife on Lake Naivasha. Glide across the freshwater lake spotting fish eagles, pelicans and more

Guided Walk – Crescent Island Sanctuary

Guided Walk – Crescent Island Sanctuary

Guided walk at Crescent Island Sanctuary amid wildlife. Relax amid acacia trees and manicured gardens

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Breakfast at the lodge.

  • Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha Kenya.

  • Check-in and lunch at Sopa Lodge.

  • Afternoon boat ride to view hippos & vibrant birdlife.

  • Guided walk at Crescent Island Sanctuary.

  • Relax amid acacia trees and manicured gardens.

  • Dinner & overnight at lodge.

Day 6

Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara

Hotel

Transfer

activitiesActivities

Meals

Road Transfer

Lake Naivasha

Masai Mara National Reserve

*Within same city pickup & drop will be provided

Drive via the Great Rift Valley viewpoints. Arrive Masai Mara in time for lunch

hotel

Luxury Tented Camp – Masai Mara

or similar 5 Star Hotel

Luxury Tented Suite

Drive via Great Rift Valley Viewpoints

Drive via Great Rift Valley Viewpoints

Drive via the Great Rift Valley viewpoints. Enjoy panoramic views of one of Africa's most dramatic geological wonders

Afternoon Thrilling Game Drive – Masai Mara

Afternoon Thrilling Game Drive – Masai Mara

Afternoon thrilling game drive in predator-rich plains. Spot lions, cheetahs and possibly the Big Five

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Breakfast at leisure.

  • Drive via the Great Rift Valley viewpoints.

  • Arrive Masai Mara in time for lunch.

  • Afternoon thrilling game drive in predator-rich plains.

  • Spot lions, cheetahs & possibly the Big Five.

  • Dinner & overnight at luxury tented camp.

Day 7

Full Day Masai Mara Safari

Hotel

activitiesActivities

Meals

hotel

Luxury Tented Camp – Masai Mara

or similar 5 Star Hotel

Luxury Tented Suite

Full Day Game Drive with Picnic Lunch – Masai Mara

Full Day Game Drive with Picnic Lunch – Masai Mara

Full-day game drive with picnic lunch. Track wildlife across vast savannah landscapes. Witness Africa's dramatic wildlife action in its raw form

Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari – Masai Mara

Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari – Masai Mara

Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari (extra cost). Breathtaking sunrise balloon ride followed by a champagne bush breakfast over the Mara plains

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

  • Track wildlife across vast savannah landscapes.

  • Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari (extra cost).

  • Witness Africa’s dramatic wildlife action in its raw form.

  • Return to camp for dinner & overnight.

Day 8

Return to Nairobi For Departure

Hotel

Transfer

activitiesActivities

Meals

Road Transfer

Masai Mara National Reserve

Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport)

*Within same city pickup & drop will be provided

Drive back to Nairobi. Lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden. Transfer to airport for onward flight

hotel

or similar Star Hotel

Last-Minute Shopping & Airport Transfer

Last-Minute Shopping & Airport Transfer

Last-minute shopping in Nairobi. Transfer to the airport for onward flight

Breakfast Included

  • Breakfast at camp.

  • Drive back to Nairobi.

  • Lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden.

  • Last-minute shopping.

  • Transfer to the airport for onward flight.

What's Included & Excluded

Accommodation as stated above

All game drives as per the itinerary using a 4 x 4 Land Cruiser

All park entrance fees as per itinerary (Note different charges for camps in the reserve & Camps in Conservancies based on chosen accommodation)

Services of a qualified English-Speaking Driver Guide

Meals as per the itinerary

All transfers as per the detailed itinerary

Safe mineral drinking water

Complimentary gift

Amref evacuation medical cover

All International & Domestic Flights.

All alcoholic & Non-alcoholic drinks during the entire stay.

Visas, Travel & Personal accident insurance

Laundry (unless stated), Massage, and Personal expenses such as telephone calls…etc.

Optional activities and excursions

All tips and porterage

Any services not mentioned in the program.

Tour Highlights

Big Five Game Drives

Experience thrilling wildlife safaris across Tsavo, Amboseli, and Masai Mara, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards in their natural habitats.

Scenic SGR Train Journey

Enjoy a comfortable and picturesque train ride from Nairobi to Voi, adding a unique touch to your safari adventure.

Diverse Landscapes in Tsavo

Explore red-earth plains, volcanic lava flows, baobab-dotted savannahs, and natural springs across Tsavo East and Tsavo West.

Kilimanjaro Backdrop Views

Capture iconic elephant photos with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro standing tall in Amboseli.

Lake Naivasha Boat Safari

Glide across the freshwater lake, spotting hippos, fish eagles, and vibrant birdlife in the Great Rift Valley.

Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

Upgrade your Masai Mara experience with a breathtaking sunrise balloon ride followed by a champagne bush breakfast.

Premium Safari Lodges

Stay at handpicked lodges and luxury tented camps offering comfort, scenic views, and authentic Kenyan hospitality.

Great Rift Valley Drive

Enjoy stunning panoramic views while traveling through one of Africa’s most dramatic geological wonders.

Quick Answers to Common Questions

Yes, Lake Naivasha, Kenya, is absolutely worth visiting for its peaceful scenery, boat safaris, hippos, and rich birdlife. It’s perfect for relaxing between wildlife parks.

Both are incredible. Amboseli National Park safari offers iconic Kilimanjaro views and close elephant sightings, while the Masai Mara is better for Big Five game drives and the Great Migration.

Lake Naivasha is famous for freshwater boat rides, hippo pods, Crescent Island walks, and over 400 bird species in the Rift Valley.

Lake Nakuru is ideal for rhinos and flamingos, while Lake Naivasha is better for boat safaris and relaxed nature experiences.

Yes, it adds balance to a safari itinerary, especially during an 8 days naivasha kenya tour, combining wildlife and scenic relaxation.

It depends on your interest. For boat rides and scenery, choose Lake Naivasha; for flamingos and rhinos, choose Lake Nakuru.

June to October and January to February are best for clear views and wildlife sightings during your amboseli national park safari.

2-3 nights are ideal to enjoy game drives and fully experience a Masai Mara safari tour package.

Yes, a tsavo east national park safari and tsavo west national park safari offer fewer crowds, dramatic landscapes, and large elephant herds.

For comfort and prime location, Amboseli Serena Lodge is highly recommended, especially for an authentic amboseli serena safari experience.
Explore Magical Kenya 8 Days 7 Nights Tsavo & Mara Safari

7 Nights / 8 Days

Kenya

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