7-Day Safari: Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Amboseli National Parks
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average physical condition; must handle several hours in a vehicle, short walks, and an optional easy-to-moderate bike ride.
Overview
A compact seven-day circuit through Kenya’s most celebrated wildlands: Maasai Mara’s predator-packed plains, the pink fringes of Lake Nakuru, boat rides on Naivasha and Amboseli’s Kilimanjaro views. Expect full-day game drives, a Hell’s Gate bike safari, and close encounters with elephants, rhinos and flamingos.
7-Day Safari: Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Amboseli National Parks
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The engine slows and the horizon opens: acacia silhouettes cut the dawn like ink strokes and a wind that smells of dust and wild grass pushes through the vehicle’s pop roof. On day two, you’ll find yourself craning for a lion’s profile or the shimmer of a distant herd — the Mara prowls like a living map, always shifting.
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Adventure Tips
Early starts win sightings
Game drives at first light (before 7:30am) dramatically increase predator and big-mammal encounters; be packed and ready the night before.
Bring binoculars and extra batteries
A compact pair of 8x42 binoculars and spare camera batteries let you catch distant behavior across the plains and at the lakes.
Layer for temperature swings
Mornings are chilly while afternoons heat up—pack a warm fleece and sun-protective layers for Hell's Gate biking.
Carry small bills for tips and purchases
ATMs can be sparse outside Nairobi; carry Kenyan shillings for tipping guides, buying crafts or paying optional fees.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- African elephant
- hippo
History
The parks combine colonial-era protected areas with Maasai grazing lands; many conservancies are now co-managed with local Maasai communities to balance livelihoods and wildlife protection.
Conservation
Rhino protection at Lake Nakuru and community conservancies around Maasai Mara are active conservation priorities; practice low-impact tourism and follow guide instructions to minimize disturbance.
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Recommended Gear
Binoculars (8x42)
Essential for scanning herds, spotting tree-climbing lions and watching birdlife at lakes.
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Needed for transfers, short walks and the Hell's Gate bike/foot options.
Light, sun-protective layers and a fleece
Protects from strong sun by day and early-morning chill on game drives.
Power bank and extra camera batteries
Charging options are limited in camp; spare power keeps your camera and phone alive.