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Masai Mara Migration & Amboseli Elephants Safari: 6 Days

A 6-day safari itinerary focused on Masai Mara National Reserve & Amboseli, with a structured daily route, package details and practical questions.
Masai Mara National Reserve & Amboseli
6 days

Indicative price USD 3,520 / per person sharing

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Safari overview

Northern Mara plains meet the dramatic shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in this focused fly-in journey. The safari prioritizes time in the field by connecting Kenya’s most iconic wildlife regions via scheduled light aircraft. It is designed for travelers who value efficiency and high-quality wildlife viewing without long road transfers.

The journey begins in Nairobi before moving to the heart of the Maasai Mara for three nights of intensive game viewing. The rhythm then shifts to the Amboseli ecosystem, known for its massive elephant herds and views of Africa’s highest peak. Each transition is managed with assisted flight connections to maintain a steady, relaxed pace.

Comfort remains central to the experience through the use of established luxury camps positioned for optimal wildlife access. The flow ensures a deep connection to the landscape while providing soft landing points at the end of each day. It offers a balanced approach to Kenya’s premier southern circuit.

Journey at a glance

Masai Mara National Reserve & Amboseli
6 days

Indicative price USD 3,520 / per person sharing

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi

    The journey begins with a warm welcome at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. A representative assists with the short transfer to the airport hotel for a comfortable night’s rest. The evening is spent unwinding and preparing for the flight to the bush the following morning.

    • Meals: Bed and Breakfast

    • Accommodation: Four Points By Sheraton

    Accommodation note: Four Points By Sheraton

  2. Day 2: Fly to Maasai Mara

    A morning flight departs from Wilson Airport, soaring over the escarpment and into the Maasai Mara. Upon landing, a guide meets the aircraft for a transfer to the camp. After lunch and a short rest, the first game drive explores the plains as the afternoon light softens across the landscape.

    • Meals: Lunch and Dinner
    • Accommodation: Rekero Camp

    Accommodation note: Rekero Camp

  3. Day 3: Great Migration Focus

    The day is dedicated to following the movement of the Great Migration. The vehicle moves across the savanna, stopping at key points along the river where herds gather. It is a day of patient observation, watching the natural rhythm of the herds and the predators that follow them.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    • Accommodation: Rekero Camp

    Accommodation note: Rekero Camp

  4. Day 4: Maasai Mara Exploration

    The exploration continues into different sectors of the Mara. The day allows for deeper immersion in the landscape, observing specialised animal behaviours and diverse birdlife. Guests may choose to start the day with an optional balloon safari to see the plains from above before continuing with ground-based game drives.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    • Accommodation: Rekero Camp

    Accommodation note: Rekero Camp

  5. Day 5: Fly to Amboseli

    The journey moves south toward the border with Tanzania. After a flight connection, the landscape changes to the marshes and dry lake beds of Amboseli. The afternoon game drive focuses on the region’s famous elephant populations, often seen grazing with the snow-capped mountain in the background.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    • Accommodation: Elerai Camp

    Accommodation note: Elerai Camp

  6. Day 6: Final Game Drive and Departure

    A final morning drive catches the animals at their most active. After breakfast, a flight returns to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. A driver assists with the transfer back to the international airport or a local point of interest, marking the end of the safari.

    • Meals: Breakfast

    • Accommodation: End of journey

    Accommodation note: End of journey

What is included

  • All 5 nights accommodation
  • All domestic flights:
  • All airstrip and airport transfers
  • 4x4 safari vehicles during game drives
  • All meals in Maasai Mara and Amboseli (full board)
  • Conservancy fees
  • Professional, English-speaking driver-guides

What is not included

  • International flights to/from Nairobi
  • Premium alcoholic beverages (wines & spirits)
  • Laundry services are not included in the lodges
  • Emergency medical evacuation insurance
  • Costs arising from delays, weather, or unforeseen circumstances

Safari questions

Elerai Camp offers excellent views of the mountain, though visibility depends on daily cloud cover.

This specific package includes exclusive use of your safari vehicle for private game viewing.

Yes, light aircraft have a strict limit of 15kg per person in soft-sided bags.

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