Are children allowed on this safari?

Yes, shorter drives and child-friendly activities are available.

Are park fees included?

Yes, all park fees are included in the package price.

Can accommodations be upgraded?

Yes, luxury lodge options are available upon request.

How many guests per vehicle?

Maximum 6 guests per 4x4 for comfort and optimal viewing.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Absolutely! We tailor it to the clients’ interests and pace.

What about internet access?

Yes. Kenya has one of the best internet access in Africa

The Grand Maasai Mara Amboseli Safari

Transportation
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with an expert guide; domestic flight optional
Accomodation
Premium hotel
Departure from
Nairobi
Best season
July–October: Great Migration Dec–Feb: Big cat season March–May: Green, less crowded
Meals
Full-board (all meals included)
Fitness level
Easy
Group Size
1-15

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Overview

This 10-day safari blends Kenya’s most breathtaking ecosystems in one expertly designed circuit. It is long enough to feel immersive, slow-paced enough to enjoy each moment, and diverse enough to give your guests a complete picture of Kenya’s wildlife, culture, landscapes, and hospitality.

Guests will encounter:

Elephant giants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
Volcanic lava fields, caves, and beautiful rhino sanctuaries in Tsavo
Hippos and eagles on Lake Naivasha
Rhinos, flamingos & rare giraffes in Nakuru
The Big Cats and Big Five in the Maasai Mara
Optional cultural intersections, balloon rides, nature walks, and boat safaris

Highlights

Unmatched elephant encounters in Amboseli with Kilimanjaro views
Explore vast lava fields, Shetani caves, and Mzima Springs in Tsavo West
Boat safari on Lake Naivasha + optional Crescent Island walking safari
Rhino sightings and flamingo views at Lake Nakuru
Three full days in the legendary Maasai Mara
Picnic lunches inside wildlife-rich regions
Optional hot-air balloon ride at sunrise in the Mara
Maasai cultural village visit
Game drives in 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional driver-guide throughout
Dramatic Rift Valley landscapes

Day 1 :

Arrival in Nairobi | Safari Briefing

Airport pick-up by Alyra Safaris representative
Private transfer to hotel
Safari briefing: expectations, safety, wildlife behavior, and packing guidance

Optional (depending on time):

Giraffe Centre
Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
Nairobi National Museum
Dinner at a local African restaurant

Day 2 :

Nairobi → Amboseli National Park | First Game Drive

Drive: 4.5 hours

Highlights:

Scenic drive through Maasai homelands
Arrival at Amboseli with first glimpses of Mt. Kilimanjaro
Afternoon game drive featuring:
- Elephant families
- Lions, cheetahs, hyenas
- Massive herds in the swamp areas

Day 3 :

Full Day in Amboseli | Kilimanjaro & Elephants

Morning game drive to catch predators returning from the hunt

Observe elephants crossing open plains
Visit Observation Hill for aerial views of the park

Afternoon game drive

Explore marsh zones
Excellent photography lighting

Optional: Maasai village visit

Day 04 :

Amboseli → Tsavo West | Lava Fields, Springs & Scenery

Drive: 2 hours

Highlights:

Short, smooth drive to Tsavo West
Vast volcanic scenery
Shetani Lava Flow
Shetani Caves
Hippos and crocodiles at Mzima Springs
Black rhino sanctuary visit (optional)
Evening game drive looking for:
- Elephants
- Kudus
- Lions
- Buffalo
- Birdlife

Day 05 :

Tsavo West → Lake Naivasha | Great Rift Valley

Drive: 5–6 hours

Route:

Through lush green highlands
Descend dramatically into the Rift Valley

Afternoon:

Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
Spot hippos, eagles, cormorants
Optional: Crescent Island walking safari

Evening:

Relax by the lakeside

Day 06 :

Lake Naivasha → Lake Nakuru | Rhinos + Flamingos

Drive: 1.5 hours

Full day inside Lake Nakuru National Park:

White and black rhinoceros sightings
Rothschild giraffes
Tree-climbing lions (rare but possible)
Flamingo clusters depending on water levels
Scenic viewpoints: Baboon Cliff, Out-of-Africa Lookout

Day 07 :

Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara | Afternoon Game Drive

Drive: 5 hours

Arrival in Maasai Mara in time for lunch and relaxation.

Afternoon game drive:

Start exploring the Big Cat territories
Elephants, giraffes, hartebeest, zebra, warthog

Day 08 :

Full Day in Maasai Mara | Big Cat Tracking

Full-day open savannah exploration:

Lion prides
Cheetahs on termite mounds
Leopards resting in trees
Elephant families migrating
Hyena clans
Wildebeest (year-round resident herds)

Picnic lunch by Mara River

View hippos
See crocodiles
Watch migration crossing points (Jul–Oct)

Optional: Maasai village cultural visit

Day 09 :

Full Day Maasai Mara OR Hot-Air Balloon Experience

Option 1 — Hot Air Balloon Safari

4:30am pickup
Balloon flight at sunrise
Champagne bush breakfast
Half-day game drive afterward

Option 2 — Normal Full-Day Game Drive

Explore new corners of the Mara
Visit Talek or Olare Orok regions
Search for rare sightings:
- Serval cats
- Bat-eared fox
- Caracal (rare)
- Black rhino (occasional)

Evening:

Farewell dinner, storytelling with guide

Day 10 :

Maasai Mara → Nairobi | Departure

Morning:

Relaxed breakfast
Optional early game drive

Drive back: 6 hours
OR flight: 45 minutes (optional add-on)

Drop-off at hotel or airport.

The Grand Maasai Mara Amboseli Safari

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