6-Days Classic Kenya Safari: Maasai Mara to Amboseli

Depart Nairobi early morning and drive southwest toward the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. The scenic journey takes you through Kenya's heartland, passing through Kikuyu highlands and the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your tented camp in the afternoon, settle in, and enjoy your first African sunset over the savanna. An evening game drive introduces you to the reserve's incredible wildlife.

Experience a full day immersed in the Maasai Mara's pristine wilderness. Start with an early morning game drive to catch predators during their most active hours. Witness lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitat, along with massive buffalo herds and graceful antelope species. Return to camp for lunch and rest during the hottest part of the day. An afternoon game drive offers another opportunity to spot the Big Five and experience the reserve's remarkable biodiversity.

Leave the Maasai Mara behind and travel toward Lake Nakuru, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its stunning flamingo populations. The drive takes you through diverse landscapes showcasing Kenya's varied ecosystems. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in the afternoon and embark on a game drive to spot the park's resident rhinos, lions, and diverse birdlife. The lake's shallow waters create a magical pink hue from millions of flamingos.

Dedicate a full day to exploring Lake Nakuru's remarkable ecosystems. This morning's game drive focuses on the park's significant rhino population, both black and white rhinos, as well as the diverse birdlife that makes this park a haven for ornithologists. The afternoon takes you to the lake's shore for close encounters with flamingos and other water birds. Your expert guide shares insights into conservation efforts protecting these endangered species.

Travel south toward Amboseli National Park, located at the base of Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. The drive through Kenya's semi-arid landscapes offers glimpses of Maasai pastoralist communities and their traditional way of life. Arrive at Amboseli in the afternoon and enjoy your first game drive in this elephant haven. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds and the stunning backdrop of snow-capped Kilimanjaro.

Spend your final morning in Amboseli on a comprehensive game drive, seeking out the massive elephant herds that define this park. Capture stunning photographs with Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop. After lunch, begin your journey back to Nairobi, reflecting on six days of extraordinary wildlife encounters and African adventures. Arrive in Nairobi in the evening, where your Royal Dawn Safaris adventure concludes.