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6-Day Kenya Big Five Express Safari

Explore Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara on an unforgettable wildlife adventure.

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6 Days/ 5 NightsFlexible pace
From $1,378Starting guide
KenyaDestination
6-Day Kenya Big Five Express Safari
Starts from From $1,378
Kenya Designed around your dates, comfort level and travel style.
Price from $1,378 Per Person Sharing
Duration
6 Days/ 5 Nights
Route
Nairobi to Masai Mara
Destinations
Kenya
Country
Kenya
Safari style
Private Safari
Guest rating
4.6 / 5
Accommodations
4 lodges
Park fees
Included

Signature Experiences

  • Iconic Amboseli Elephant Experience
  • Rhino Encounters at Lake Nakuru
  • Big Five Adventure in the Masai Mara
  • Three Iconic Kenyan Destinations
  • Full-Day Game Drives
  • Comfortable Safari Stays
Kenya’s Ultimate Big Five Express Safari

6-Day Kenya Big Five Express Safari

Experience Kenya's most iconic wildlife destinations on this 6-day Big Five Express Safari, designed for travellers who want an exciting safari experience in a shorter time. Begin in Amboseli, where elephants roam beneath the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro, continue to Lake Nakuru for rhinos and Rift Valley scenery, and finish with two nights in the legendary Masai Mara for some of Kenya's best Big Five viewing. It is a compact safari with excellent game-drive opportunities every day, while keeping the route practical and comfortable.

Your Day-by-Day Experiences

Day1
Nairobi → Amboseli

Nairobi – Amboseli | Kilimanjaro & Elephants (Approx. 4 Hours)

Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel towards Amboseli National Park.

Arrive at Kibo Safari Camp for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive. Explore the park's open plains and wetlands in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes and other wildlife. Amboseli is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation

Kibo Safari Camp
Kibo Safari Camp

Kibo Safari Camp offers a classic African safari accommodation experience with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, without breaking your budget. Located just 5 minutes outside Amboseli National Park, this camp puts you right next to Africa's famous elephant herds and wildlife. You get to stay in large, comfortable safari tents that feature real beds, private hot showers, and flush toilets, giving you the perfect mix of nature and comfort. Between game drives, you can relax in the swimming pool, enjoy fresh local meals, and sit around the cozy camp bonfire under the stars.

1 Night - Lunch & Dinner
Today’s activities
  • Meet and greet
  • Transfer by road to Amboseli National Park
  • Afternoon guided game drive.
Day2
Amboseli

Amboseli | Full-Day Wildlife Safari

Enjoy a full day exploring Amboseli National Park.

Start with an early morning game drive when temperatures are cooler and wildlife is active. Explore different sections of the park while your guide follows the latest wildlife movements. Keep your camera ready for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing an unforgettable backdrop when the skies are clear. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to camp before continuing your afternoon safari. Return to Kibo Safari Camp in the evening.

Accommodation

Kibo Safari Camp
Kibo Safari Camp
1 Night - Full board
Today’s activities
  • Full-day game drive with a picnic lunch.
Day3
Amboseli → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha

Amboseli – Via Naivasha for Lunch -Lake Nakuru | Into the Great Rift Valley (Approx. 7 Hours)

After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel towards Lake Nakuru National Park.

Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through the Kenyan countryside and towards the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for lunch before your afternoon game drive. Explore the park's lake shores, woodland and open grasslands in search of black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, lions and leopards. The park also offers excellent birdwatching opportunities, with a variety of water birds and other species around the lake. Check in to the Nakuru Sopa Lodge in the evening for dinner.

Accommodation

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge is a beautiful lodge located on a hillside inside Lake Nakuru National Park, offering stunning views of the lake and the surrounding wildlife. The lodge provides comfortable rooms, a swimming pool, a restaurant and relaxing outdoor spaces. Its elevated location makes it a wonderful place to enjoy the scenery, watch birds and experience the beauty of the park while staying close to nature.

1 Night - Full board
Today’s activities
  • Transfer by road to Lake Nakuru National Park.
  • En route to lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort.
  • Check in at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
  • Guided Afternoon game drive.
Day4
Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara | Into the Mara (Approx. 4 Hours)

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and continue towards the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve.

Travel through the Great Rift Valley and into the rolling grasslands of the Mara. Arrive at PrideInn Mara Camp for lunch and some time to settle in. Later, head out for your first afternoon game drive. Explore the Mara in search of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and the reserve's famous big cats. Return to camp in the evening as the sun sets across the savannah.

Accommodation

PrideInn Mara Camp
PrideInn Mara Camp

Nestled along the scenic Talek River, PrideInn Mara Camp offers an unforgettable safari escape blending authentic African wilderness with exceptional comfort. Enjoy elegant safari tents and river-view cottages, thrilling wildlife encounters, refreshing swims, bush dining, magical campfire evenings and breathtaking Mara sunsets.

1 Night - Full board
Today’s activities
  • Early breakfast and check-out.
  • Road transfer to the Masai Mara National Reserve.
  • Transfer by 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Check-in for lunch at Pride Inn Mara, with an afternoon of relaxation.
  • Evening game drive.
Day5
Masai Mara

Masai Mara | Full-Day Big Five Safari

Today is dedicated to the Masai Mara.

Set out early for a full-day game drive with your experienced safari guide. Explore different areas of the reserve and follow current wildlife activity. The Mara offers some of Kenya's best opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and buffaloes, along with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and many other species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your afternoon game drive. During the migration season, your guide can also monitor the Mara River and surrounding areas depending on the movements of the herds. Return to PrideInn Mara for your final night.

Accommodation

PrideInn Mara Camp
PrideInn Mara Camp
1 Night - Full board
Today’s activities
  • Early breakfast.
  • Morning and afternoon game or;
  • Full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
  • Big Five tracking and other wildlife.
  • Wildebeest Migration (Seasonal)
  • Hot Air Balloon (at an extra cost)
Day6
Masai Mara → Nairobi

Masai Mara – Nairobi | Final Game Drive & Farewell (Approx. 6 Hours)

Depart the Mara and head back to Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, marking the end of your 6-Day Kenya Big Five Express Safari.

Accommodation

No Accommodation
No Accommodation

Depart the Mara and head back to Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, marking the end of your 6-Day Kenya Big Five Express Safari.

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Inclusions

What is included

  • Park fees
  • All activities mentioned
  • Meals (as specified)
  • All accommodations mentioned
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation [Pop up roof 4by4 - Land Cruiser]
  • All Taxes/VAT
Exclusions

What is not included

  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of US$ 10.00 per person per day for the guide and crew Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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