6-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Maasai Mara Group Safari

Organized by Safari Direct
Start: Arusha, Tanzania | End: Arusha or Nairobi
Destinations: Amboseli – Naivasha – Maasai Mara


Day 1: Arusha – Amboseli National Park (Kenya)

  • Departure Time: 07:00 AM

  • Distance: Approx. 180 km | Duration: 4–5 hours (via Namanga border)

Activities:

  • Depart from Arusha and cross the Namanga border into Kenya.

  • Arrive in Amboseli by early afternoon.

  • Lunch at the lodge/camp.

  • Afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park – famous for large elephant herds and Mt. Kilimanjaro views.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Safari lodge or tented camp in Amboseli


Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli

Activities:

  • Early morning game drive to catch clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Return to lodge for breakfast.

  • Midday rest and optional visit to a local Maasai community.

  • Afternoon game drive for more wildlife viewing (elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Same lodge/camp in Amboseli


Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Naivasha

  • Departure Time: 07:00 AM

  • Distance: Approx. 310 km | Duration: 6–7 hours

Activities:

  • Breakfast and check-out.

  • Scenic drive via Nairobi with stopover for lunch.

  • Arrive at Lake Naivasha in the afternoon.

  • Optional boat safari on Lake Naivasha.

  • Evening nature walk or visit to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp near Lake Naivasha


Day 4: Naivasha – Maasai Mara National Reserve

  • Departure Time: 07:30 AM

  • Distance: Approx. 230 km | Duration: 5–6 hours

Activities:

  • Breakfast and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley.

  • Lunch on arrival at your Maasai Mara lodge/camp.

  • Afternoon game drive in Maasai Mara – one of Africa’s top wildlife reserves.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Safari camp or lodge in Maasai Mara


Day 5: Full Day in Maasai Mara

Activities:

  • Full-day game drive with picnic lunch inside the reserve.

  • Explore key wildlife areas: Mara River, Talek River, open savannah.

  • Look for the Big Five and other wildlife: lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos.

  • Optional Maasai village visit ($ extra).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Same lodge/camp in Maasai Mara


Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi – Arusha (or End in Nairobi)

  • Departure Time: 07:00 AM

  • Distance to Arusha: Approx. 500 km | Duration: 8–10 hours

  • Distance to Nairobi: Approx. 270 km | Duration: 5–6 hours

Activities:

  • Early morning game drive (optional).

  • Breakfast and checkout.

  • Drive back to Nairobi with stopover for lunch.

  • Continue to Arusha OR drop-off in Nairobi.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Not included (end of safari)


✅ Inclusions:

  • All transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide

  • Park fees: Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara

  • 5 nights’ accommodation in lodges/tented camps

  • All meals as indicated

  • Bottled water during game drives

❌ Exclusions:

  • Tanzania–Kenya visa fees (and re-entry if applicable)

  • Optional excursions (boat ride, Maasai village visit)

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and personal expenses