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Elephants, Lakes and Mara Plains

See elephants and Mara wildlife, with two quiet nights by the lake between parks.

  1. 1Nairobi
  2. 2Amboseli
  3. 3Lake Naivasha
  4. 4Maasai Mara

From, per person~US$3,410

Designed by @snuck Shaped around your dates No payment to ask

Best Jan, Feb and Jun to Oct

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Start with Amboseli's elephants, spend two nights beside Lake Naivasha and finish with three nights in the Mara. Comfortable lodges, a private vehicle and a flight back to Nairobi give you time for wildlife and rest.

Length
8 nights
Route
Nairobi, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha…
Best time
Jan, Feb and Jun to Oct
Ideal for
Couples and families wanting variety on their first Kenya trip

Why you'll love it

  1. Two nights near Amboseli's elephants
  2. Views of Kilimanjaro when clouds allow
  3. Two nights beside Lake Naivasha
  4. Private boat outing with a local guide
  5. Three nights exploring the Mara
  6. Fly back to Nairobi after your safari

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive and Rest

    Meet your driver and settle into your Nairobi hotel. The rest of the day is free to rest before tomorrow's early start.

    • Stay: 4–5 star hotel in southern Nairobi
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 30–75 minutes

  2. Day 2

    Drive to Amboseli

    Drive south after breakfast, with a short break along the way. Have lunch at the lodge. Take a short afternoon wildlife drive if you arrive in time.

    • Stay: Premium safari lodge in the Amboseli area
    • Getting there: Private safari 4x4, about 4–5.5 hours including a short stop

  3. Day 3

    Elephants and Wetlands

    Explore Amboseli early and watch elephants move between feeding areas and wetlands. Return for lunch and a long midday break. Head out for another wildlife drive in the cooler afternoon.

    • Stay: Premium safari lodge in the Amboseli area
    • Getting there: Private 4x4 wildlife drives, about 4–6 hours total

  4. Day 4

    Drive to Lake Naivasha

    Leave after an early breakfast for the trip's longest road journey, with stops for lunch and stretching your legs. Arrive beside Lake Naivasha and settle in. There are no activities planned before dinner.

    • Stay: Distinctive premium lodge beside Lake Naivasha
    • Getting there: Private safari 4x4 via the Nairobi region, about 7–8 hours including stops; traffic can add time

  5. Day 5

    A Day by the Lake

    Take a private boat outing with a local guide to look for waterbirds and watch hippos from a safe distance. Spend the afternoon in the lodge gardens or by the pool.

    • Stay: Distinctive premium lodge beside Lake Naivasha
    • Getting there: Private local transfers, about 15–30 minutes each way; guided boat outing, about 1 hour

  6. Day 6

    Travel to the Mara

    Leave for the Mara after breakfast, with lunch along the way or at camp. Settle into your tent. Take a short first wildlife drive if there is enough daylight after the journey.

    • Stay: Premium tented camp with private bathrooms inside Maasai Mara National Reserve
    • Getting there: Private safari 4x4, about 5–6.5 hours including stops, depending on camp location

  7. Day 7

    Wildlife on the Plains

    Head out with your guide to look for wildlife, stopping for a picnic breakfast along the way. Rest at midday, then return to the plains for an afternoon wildlife drive.

    • Stay: Premium tented camp with private bathrooms inside Maasai Mara National Reserve
    • Getting there: Private 4x4 wildlife drives, about 4–6 hours total

  8. Day 8

    Choose Your Safari Day

    Choose morning and afternoon wildlife drives, or a longer outing with a picnic lunch. Your guide adjusts how far and how fast you travel to suit your interests. There is time to enjoy your final evening at camp.

    • Stay: Premium tented camp with private bathrooms inside Maasai Mara National Reserve
    • Getting there: Private 4x4 wildlife drives, about 4–7 hours depending on your choice

  9. Day 9

    Fly Back and Head Home

    After breakfast, travel to the airstrip for a morning flight to Wilson Airport. Meet your private driver and stop for lunch if time allows. Continue to Nairobi's international airport for a late-evening flight home.

    • Getting there: Private airstrip transfer, 30–90 minutes; scheduled flight, 45–90 minutes; private transfer between airports, allow 1–2 hours

Where you'll stay

  1. 1 night · day 14–5 star hotel in southern Nairobi
  2. 2 nights · days 2 to 3Premium safari lodge in the Amboseli area
  3. 2 nights · days 4 to 5Distinctive premium lodge beside Lake Naivasha
  4. 3 nights · days 6 to 8Premium tented camp with private bathrooms inside Maasai Mara National Reserve

When to go

  1. Jangood time to go
  2. Febgood time to go
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jungood time to go
  7. Julgood time to go
  8. Auggood time to go
  9. Sepgood time to go
  10. Octgood time to go
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Best from Jan, Feb and Jun to Oct. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Eight nights in premium stays, two people sharing a room
  • Daily breakfast
  • Lunches and dinners from day two through day eight
  • Private safari 4x4 and English-speaking driver-guide
  • All airport and airstrip transfers
  • Wildlife drives and park entry fees as listed
  • Private Lake Naivasha boat outing with safety equipment
  • Scheduled Mara–Nairobi flight and airport taxes
  • Drinking water during road journeys and safaris

Not included

  • International flights
  • Entry authorisation fees
  • Travel insurance and personal medical costs
  • Nairobi meals other than breakfast
  • Drinks, tips and personal purchases
  • Hot-air balloon flights and other optional activities
  • Applicable Indian GST and TCS

Good to know

  • The starting price is per person, with two adults sharing a room, for selected quieter weeks. Peak dates and your choice of lodge change the total.
  • Book a late-evening international flight, at least six hours after your scheduled arrival at Wilson Airport. Confirm both flights before buying tickets.
  • No activities are planned for the Amboseli–Naivasha travel day. Request vegetarian or Jain meals before booking.

Before you go to Kenya

Capital:
Nairobi
Languages:
English, Swahili
Currency:
KES

Questions

How many days is the Elephants, Lakes and Mara Plains trip?

8 nights and 9 days: Nairobi, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara, Nairobi.

How much does it cost?

From ₹3,20,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Jan, Feb and Jun to Oct.

What is included?

Eight nights in premium stays, two people sharing a room, Daily breakfast, Lunches and dinners from day two through day eight, Private safari 4x4 and English-speaking driver-guide, All airport and airstrip transfers, Wildlife drives and park entry fees as listed, Private Lake Naivasha boat outing with safety equipment, Scheduled Mara–Nairobi flight and airport taxes, Drinking water during road journeys and safaris.

What is not included?

International flights, Entry authorisation fees, Travel insurance and personal medical costs, Nairobi meals other than breakfast, Drinks, tips and personal purchases, Hot-air balloon flights and other optional activities, Applicable Indian GST and TCS.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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