6 Day Kenya Game Safari
The 6 Day Kenya game safari invites you to visit Amboseli National Park for elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro views, Lake Nakuru National Park for flamingos and rhinos, and the Masai Mara National Park for the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration, with activities including game drives and cultural visits. This Package involves transfers between these locations from Nairobi by road, offering a diverse Africa wildlife experience over a shorter period.
Typical Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Amboseli National Park
- Morning: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi. Your Encounter Africa safari guide will pick you up and drive you to Amboseli National Park. We advise flights that arrive in Nairobi in the morning.
- Afternoon: Arrival at the hotel in Amboseli, check in and Lunch is served.
- Evening: You will do your first game drive in Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Overnight: Amboseli Sopa lodge (Budget) or Kibo Safari Camp (Midrange) or Amboseli Serena Safari lodge (Luxury)
- Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Full day in Amboseli National Park
- Morning: You will have an early morning game drive to see animals when they are most active. This is an excellent time for photography.
- Afternoon: You will return and relax at the lodge, enjoy lunch, or take an optional afternoon visit to a Maasai village.
- Evening: Head out for another game drive before returning to your hotel for dinner.
- Overnight: Amboseli Sopa lodge (Budget) or Kibo Safari Camp (Midrange) or Amboseli Serena Safari lodge (Luxury)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Transfer from Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park
- Morning: Today, you will have a final game drive in Amboseli before a scenic drive towards the Great Rift Valley, heading to Lake Nakuru National Park.
- Afternoon: Arrive at your lodge in Lake Nakuru for lunch. The park is a birdwatcher’s paradise, home to a large variety of bird species and a high concentration of black rhinos.
- Evening: Experience an afternoon game drive, seeking out rhinos, giraffes, waterbucks, and flamingos.
- Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge (Budget) or Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge (Midrange) or Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Luxury)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Morning: Set off and enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru and depart for the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve.
- Afternoon: Arrive at your hotel in the Mara, with a game drive en route. The reserve is known for its rolling grasslands and iconic wildlife. You will later return to the hotel for relaxation and Dinner
- Overnight: Mara Simba Lodge (Budget) or Masai Mara Sopa Lodge(Midrange) or Neptune Mara Rianta Camp (Luxury)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Full day in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Morning: Experience a full day of game drives in the Maasai Mara. This is a prime location to spot the Big Five.
- Afternoon: You can opt for a packed picnic lunch in the bush or return to your hotel and get Lunch there. The vast plains of Masai Mara give you an opportunity to see cheetahs, lions, and leopards.
- Evening: Consider an optional hot-air balloon safari for a stunning aerial perspective of the plains. This can be arranged at an extra cost
- Overnight: Mara Simba Lodge (Budget) or Masai Mara Sopa Lodge (Midrange) or Neptune Mara Rianta Camp (Luxury)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Final game drive and return to Nairobi
- Morning: Take a final, early morning game drive. Afterwards, enjoy breakfast and begin the journey back to Nairobi.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your departure.
Key Destinations
- Amboseli National Park:
Famous for its large elephant herds with the iconic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Lake Nakuru National Park:
Offers excellent birdwatching, particularly flamingos, and is a sanctuary for both black and white rhinos.
- Masai Mara National Reserve:
The highlight of many safaris, renowned for the Great Migration and a high concentration of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino).
Activities
- Game Drives: Guided game drives in 4×4 vehicles to see wildlife.
- Cultural Visits: Opportunities to visit local Masai villages for a cultural experience.
- Bird Watching: Enjoying the diverse birdlife at locations like Lake Nakuru.
Things to Consider
- Budget: Prices vary significantly depending on whether you choose budget camping or luxury lodges.
- Customization: Safaris can be customized to suit different travel styles, including private tours, family trips, and luxury options.
- Best Time to Visit: The dry seasons, from June to October and December to March, are generally the best for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
Why choose Encounter Africa safaris For You 6 Day Kenya Safari
Encounter Africa safaris is an African safari company that has stood a test of time with over 10 years experience. We organize a wide range of African safari activities including primates’ safaris such as gorilla or chimpanzee trekking, birding tours, honeymoon holidays, family getaways and more. We have pre-packages safaris and can tailor itineraries to soot our clients’ needs
Our team of Safari consultants is ready to work with you to plan that ideal African Safari and walk this memorable holiday journey with you.