8-Day Into the Wild – Kenya Mid-Range Safari (Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha & Amboseli)
The 8-Day Into the Wild – Mid-Range Kenya Safari is a perfectly balanced adventure designed to showcase the best wildlife destinations in Kenya while offering comfortable mid-range safari lodges and camps.
This journey combines legendary Big 5 wildlife reserves, breathtaking landscapes, and unique ecosystems across the Great Rift Valley and southern Kenya.
Your safari begins with the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s premier wildlife destination known for its exceptional predator sightings and sweeping savannah landscapes.
Over several days, you explore the Mara’s rich wildlife territories where lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffalo, and giraffes roam freely across the plains.
The adventure continues to Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s best places to see rhinos and vibrant birdlife around its alkaline lake.
From there, the journey slows down slightly at Lake Naivasha, a peaceful freshwater lake surrounded by wildlife and scenic landscapes where activities such as boat rides and nature walks offer a refreshing change of pace.
The safari concludes in the spectacular Amboseli National Park, famous for its enormous elephant herds and unforgettable views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the plains.
This combination of parks provides diverse wildlife viewing opportunities and landscapes, making the safari ideal for travelers seeking a classic Kenyan wildlife experience with comfortable travel pacing.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
This safari is ideal for:
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First-time travelers looking for a classic Kenya safari experience
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Couples or honeymooners seeking a romantic mid-range safari
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Families wanting a well-paced wildlife adventure
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Travelers wanting to see the Big 5 in multiple national parks
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Guests looking for a privately guided safari with comfortable lodges
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Nature lovers wanting both wildlife viewing and scenic landscapes
Why This Safari Best
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Excellent wildlife flow: Masai Mara → Nakuru → Naivasha → Amboseli creates a natural wildlife circuit across Kenya.
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Balanced pacing: Multiple nights in key parks allow deeper exploration without rushing.
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Diverse ecosystems: Savannah plains, alkaline lakes, freshwater lakes, and mountain backdrops.
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Flexible transport: a pop-up roof safari Landcruiser for comfort and visibility.
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Iconic wildlife destinations: Includes Kenya’s most famous safari parks.
Tour Highlights
Spectacular elephant encounters in Amboseli with Mount Kilimanjaro views
Big 5 safari game drives in Masai Mara
Rhino tracking in Lake Nakuru National Park
Boat safari experience on Lake Naivasha
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Multiple national parks offering diverse wildlife encounters
Comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
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Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi as you travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley toward the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.
Along the way, enjoy panoramic viewpoints overlooking the valley before continuing across rolling savannah landscapes and Maasai villages.
Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
The Masai Mara is famous for its high concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and numerous antelope species.
After your first exciting wildlife encounters, return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi → Masai Mara (Approx. 270 km / 5–6 hours) – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 2
Full Day Safari in Masai Mara
Today is dedicated to exploring the rich wildlife habitats of the Masai Mara.
Early morning game drives often reveal predators returning from night hunts while herbivores graze peacefully across the plains.
Later in the afternoon you venture out again to different areas of the reserve searching for the Big 5 and other iconic African wildlife.
The Mara’s open landscapes provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography and close animal encounters.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Game drives within Masai Mara – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara Wildlife Exploration
Another exciting day awaits in the Masai Mara with additional game drives across the reserve’s vast plains.
Your guide will track wildlife movements and visit areas known for lion prides, cheetahs, and large elephant herds.
Optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari at sunrise or a visit to a Maasai cultural village can also be arranged for travelers interested in deeper cultural and scenic experiences.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Game drives within Masai Mara – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 4
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast you depart the Masai Mara and travel back through the Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park.
The drive offers scenic views of escarpments, lakes, and farmland along the way.
Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its large populations of both black and white rhinos as well as buffalo, lions, and flamingos along the lake shoreline.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru (Approx. 220 km / 4–5 hours) – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Day 5
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
After a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru, you continue south to the nearby freshwater Lake Naivasha.
The short journey passes through scenic Rift Valley landscapes and small farming towns.
Arriving by midday, you enjoy a relaxing afternoon at Lake Naivasha.
Optional activities include a boat safari where you can observe hippos and abundant birdlife or a guided walking safari on Crescent Island among zebras and giraffes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha (Approx. 80 km / 1.5 hours) –pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
Day 6
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast you depart the Rift Valley and travel south across Kenya toward Amboseli National Park near the Tanzanian border.
The journey takes you through changing landscapes and rural communities before reaching the park.
Arrive in time for lunch and later enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is world-famous for its massive elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the savannah.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Naivasha → Amboseli (Approx. 320 km / 6–7 hours) – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 7
Full Day Safari in Amboseli
Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.
The park’s open plains and wetlands support elephants, buffalo, lions, hyenas, giraffes, and numerous bird species.
Early morning offers the best chance to photograph elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background when the clouds often clear from the mountain’s peak.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Game drives within Amboseli –pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 8
Amboseli to Nairobi
After breakfast you enjoy a final morning view of Amboseli’s landscapes before beginning the journey back to Nairobi.
The drive offers a chance to reflect on the incredible wildlife experiences from the past week.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon where your unforgettable Kenya safari adventure comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport: Amboseli → Nairobi (Approx. 240 km / 4–5 hours) – pop-up roof safari Landcruiser
Accommodation
No Accommodation ( End of the tour )
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Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo - 1 Room | 2 People - 1 Room |
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| Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 | $3,805 | $2,650 |
| Apr 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | $3,580 | $2,500 |
| Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026 | $3,805 | $2,650 |
| Jun 15, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 | $4,585 | $3,270 |
| Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $4,315 | $3,090 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026 | $4,105 | $2,950 |
| Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $4,585 | $3,270 |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | $3,895 | $2,710 |
| Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $3,805 | $2,650 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | $3,580 | $2,500 |
| Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 14, 2027 | $3,805 | $2,650 |
| Jun 15, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 | $4,585 | $3,270 |
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 | $4,315 | $3,090 |
| Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 14, 2027 | $4,105 | $2,950 |
| Dec 15, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $4,585 | $3,270 |
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