5-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Mid-Range Kenya Safari Tour
This 5-Day Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Mid-Range Safari is a perfectly balanced Kenya safari adventure that combines the country’s most famous wildlife destinations with scenic landscapes and comfortable lodge stays.
Designed for travelers who want to experience Kenya’s diverse ecosystems within a short time, the journey delivers incredible wildlife encounters while maintaining a relaxed pace.
The safari begins in Nairobi before heading southwest to Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destination and home to the Big Five.
Here, vast savannah plains host lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffalo and countless antelope species, offering thrilling game drives in one of Africa’s richest ecosystems.
The adventure continues to the beautiful Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley surrounded by acacia forests and dramatic landscapes.
You can enjoy optional boat rides among hippos and explore nearby Crescent Island on a guided walking safari.
The final wildlife experience takes place in Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
With a pop-up roof safari minivan and expert guide, the trip offers exceptional wildlife viewing and memorable landscapes across Kenya’s most iconic parks.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
This safari is perfect for:
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First-time travelers looking for a classic Kenya safari tour
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Couples or honeymooners seeking a short romantic safari
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Families wanting an accessible wildlife adventure
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Travelers interested in seeing the Big Five in Masai Mara
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Guests wanting a balanced itinerary with wildlife and scenic lakes
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Visitors looking for a mid-range, privately guided safari
Why This Safari Is Best
This safari works particularly well because:
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Efficient route: Masai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli reduces backtracking.
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Diverse ecosystems:Â Savannas, lakes, wetlands and mountain landscapes.
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Big 5 opportunities:Â Strong chances to see lions, elephants, buffalo and more.
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Balanced pacing:Â Two nights in Masai Mara allow deeper wildlife exploration.
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Comfortable mid-range lodges:Â Great value without sacrificing safari experience.
Tour Highlights
Big Five wildlife safari in Masai Mara National Reserve
Optional boat safari on Lake Naivasha
Guided walking safari at Crescent Island
Elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro views in Amboseli
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Privately guided safari in a pop-up roof minivan
Diverse wildlife habitats across Kenya’s top parks
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 adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or airport in Nairobi.
The journey heads southwest through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley with scenic stops along the way for photography and refreshments.
Arrive in Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch at your mid-range safari lodge.
Later in the afternoon, embark on your first game drive across the vast plains searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and numerous antelope species before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals:Â Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi → Masai Mara (Approx. 270 km / 5–6 hours) – Pop-up roof safari minivan
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 2
Full Day Safari in Masai Mara
Spend a full day exploring the legendary Masai Mara ecosystem with morning and afternoon game drives.
The reserve is home to an incredible density of wildlife including the famous Big Five.
Your experienced guide navigates through different areas of the reserve searching for predator action, large herbivore herds and possibly sightings near the Mara River where hippos and crocodiles live.
Picnic lunch may be enjoyed in the park before continuing your exploration of this world-renowned wildlife reserve.
Meals:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Game drives within reserve – Pop-up roof safari minivan
Accommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast you depart Masai Mara and drive toward Lake Naivasha, passing through the scenic Great Rift Valley landscapes.
The journey offers views of escarpments, volcanic hills and rural Kenyan countryside.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for lunch at your lodge.
In the afternoon you may take an optional boat ride across the lake to see hippos and numerous bird species, followed by a guided walking safari at Crescent Island where zebras, giraffes and antelope roam freely.
Meals:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Masai Mara → Lake Naivasha (Approx. 220 km / 4–5 hours) – Pop-up roof safari minivan
Accommodation
Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
Day 4
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast you depart Lake Naivasha and travel south toward Amboseli National Park near the Kenya–Tanzania border.
The drive crosses scenic countryside and Maasai pastoral lands.
Arrive in Amboseli in the afternoon and begin a game drive through the park’s open plains and wetlands.
Large elephant herds are commonly seen here, often with the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Meals:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Naivasha → Amboseli (Approx. 310 km / 5–6 hours) – Pop-up roof safari minivan
Accommodation
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 5
Amboseli to Nairobi
Wake early for a sunrise game drive in Amboseli when wildlife activity is at its peak and Mount Kilimanjaro often reveals its snow-capped summit above the clouds.
After breakfast at the lodge, begin the journey back to Nairobi arriving in the afternoon where your safari concludes with drop-off at your hotel or airport.
Meals:Â Breakfast
Transport: Amboseli → Nairobi (Approx. 240 km / 4–5 hours) – Pop-up roof safari minivan
Accommodation
No Accomodations ( 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 | $2,265 | $1,560 |
| Apr 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | $2,130 | $1,470 |
| Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026 | $2,265 | $1,560 |
| Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | $2,550 | $1,750 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 | $2,750 | $1,950 |
| Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $2,570 | $1,830 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026 | $2,465 | $1,760 |
| Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $2,750 | $1,950 |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | $2,310 | $1,590 |
| Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 | $2,265 | $1,560 |
| Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | $2,130 | $1,470 |
| Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 14, 2027 | $2,265 | $1,560 |
| Jun 15, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 | $2,550 | $1,750 |
| Jul 1, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 | $2,750 | $1,950 |
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 | $2,570 | $1,830 |
| Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 14, 2027 | $2,465 | $1,760 |
| Dec 15, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $2,750 | $1,950 |
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