Is 7 days enough for an Amboseli and Masai Mara safari?

Yes. Seven days gives you two nights in Amboseli, one at Lake Naivasha and three in the Masai Mara, which is enough to see the Big Five without rushing.

How long are the drives between parks?

Amboseli to Naivasha is about 5–6 hours and Naivasha to the Mara about 4–5 hours, with stops. You can replace drives with flights at extra cost.

Can we do this safari as a group?

Yes. It works well for groups of 6 to 30, travelling in several vehicles. Per-person prices fall as the group grows.

What is the best time for this safari?

June to October and January to February are best, with the Great Migration in the Mara from about July to October.

What accommodation do you use?

We use comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps as standard. Luxury upgrades are available in each park.

Amboseli And Masai Mara Safari: 7-Day Kenya Classic

Kenya’s classic route in one week: Amboseli’s elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, Lake Naivasha’s hippos and three nights in the Masai Mara.

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Overview

This Amboseli and Masai Mara safari is the classic Kenya itinerary for a first visit. You start beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, famous for its elephants, break the journey at Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley and finish with three nights in the Masai Mara.

It works for couples, families and groups, travelling in private pop-up roof 4x4s with a window seat for every guest. This trip replaces several older 6–8 day versions of the same route on our site.

Best for: Group / classic. Popular with: Groups, couples and families from the UK, Germany, France, Spain and Italy. Best time: Year-round.

Price is from USD 1,650 per adult sharing; the final cost depends on season, accommodation and group size.