Duration
12-Day
Amboseli National Park, Kenya
12-Day Midrange Bush and Beach Expedition in a Mini Van
Overview
This safari provides an unforgettable adventure as you spend 12 days in one of Kenya's most lovely and famous parks and beaches. This private safari takes you to the Masai Mara National Reserve, famous for its annual wildebeest migration. You will also see Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha lying along the Great Rift Valley, extending from Egypt to South Africa. Amboseli National Park has the best view of Mount Kilimanjaro. You'll have a final rest at the Diani Beach.
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Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Samburu NR, Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP
Country & park
Kenya / Amboseli National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Samburu Sopa Lodge - Mid-range lodge inside Samburu NR
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
May 4, 2026 - Jun 15, 2026
$6,427 USD
$4,406 USD
Jun 16, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
$6,657 USD
$4,577 USD
Nov 1, 2026 - Nov 16, 2026
$6,427 USD
$4,406 USD
Nov 17, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$6,657 USD
$4,577 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 12 receive a discount and children under 3 are free.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Samburu NR
Day 3-4
Masai Mara NR
Day 5
Lake Nakuru NP
Day 6
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Day 7-8
Amboseli NP
Day 9-11
Diani Beach
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 12)
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 start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
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.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof minivan
Getting around: pop-up roof minivan & air transfer
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Samburu Sopa Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Samburu NR
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Sentrim Mara Lodge
Mid-range tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Hillcourt Resort & Spa
Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
Mid-range lodge near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7-8
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp just outside Amboseli NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9-11
Southern Palms Beach Resort
Mid-range resort at Diani Beach – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 12
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi - Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up from the city hotel. You will then depart for a scenic drive to Samburu National Reserve, via the central highlands of Kenya with views of coffee, tea, sisal, pineapple, and subsistence farming activities. You will arrive in the dramatic semi-arid scrubland of the Northern Frontier in time for lunch. After lunch, you will proceed for an afternoon game drive in the park. Samburu is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Ewaso Nyiro River. It is home to species only found north of the equator, from the reticulated giraffe to Grevy’s zebras, gerenuk, Beisa oryxes, and a host of the big game including elephants and lions. Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Samburu Sopa Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Samburu National Reserve Exploration
Prepare yourself for an amazing region along the Ewaso Nyiro River, Samburu. This reserve is famous for its truly wild semi-arid landscape and the large concentration of wildlife. Samburu is popular for hosting the rare Northern Kenya animal species (gerenuk, reticulated giraffe, grevy’s zebra, beisa oryx, and Somali ostrich) which are not found in other popular parks and reserves in Kenya. It is also home to all the African big cats (lion, cheetah, and leopard), alongside other big game including elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, impala, waterbuck, and many others. This reserve is also a renowned bird-watching haven, with hundreds of bird species residing here. You will spend your morning game drive which commences the morning after breakfast when the animals are most active. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to photograph your sightings. You'll retire to the lodge for lunch and relax. In the evening, you'll go forth on additional wildlife-viewing. Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Samburu Sopa Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Samburu - Masai Mara National Reserve
You will depart Samburu after breakfast and drive further along the floor of the Rift Valley with scenic views of both en route to Masai Mara National Reserve. You'll arrive at Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch. After lunch, you will proceed for an afternoon game drive that introduces you to this vast game-filled reserve. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Masai Mara National Reserve Exploration
You'll enjoy a full day of unlimited game drives in the phenomenal Masai Mara. One of the most iconic wildlife regions in Africa. You’ll have excellent opportunities to spot some of Africa's most notable species such as lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, and many more. We can also arrange for a stunning hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara at an extra cost. Just ask us our friendly guide about these fantastic extras to add some truly intimate touches to your Kenya safari experience. To get some of the best wildlife viewing of the day, an early start is needed to beat the heat of the sun. This is the time that the big cats are most active and can provide some of the most dramatic photography, thanks to the beautiful lighting. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Sentrim Mara Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Masai Mara National Reserve - Lake Nakuru National Park
You'll have an early morning game and scenery viewing drive after breakfast as you exit the Masai Mara National Reserve and proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, a birdlife haven, at the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru is known for hosting some endangered but beautiful species. You’re sure to see rare Rothschild’s giraffe along with white rhinos, especially along the lakeshore. The park is also a sanctuary for one of Kenya’s largest populations of black rhinos. Arrival will be in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, you will embark on a game drive before going back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Stay: Hillcourt Resort & Spa Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha
In the early morning, you will drive to Lake Naivasha, the highest and the most beautiful of the Rift Valley lakes. Sitting at 1910m (6200ft), the water is fresh and the lake is fringed with dense clumps of papyrus (ancient Egyptians once used this to make paper). Kingfishers use the papyrus as a perch and herons hide in it while searching for food. Naivasha is yet another area popular for bird watching (over 400 species have been recorded). It is also a favorite weekend retreat for Nairobi residents, who come here to sail, water ski, and fish. There are no crocodiles in the lake as the water is too cold for them (due to the altitude) but there are several hippos. You could go on an amazing boat ride in the lake too at an extra cost as it is an optional activity. Along the lakeshore, vineyards produce grapes for the country's fledgling wine industry. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge. Mid-range lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Stay: Naivasha Kongoni Lodge Mid-range lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Lake Naivasha - Amboseli National Park
You will get an early morning start and drive to Amboseli National Park. You will go on an afternoon game drive after checking in at your accommodation and eating lunch. Amboseli National Park is situated south of Nairobi. Most of the park consists of a dry, ancient lake bed and fragile grassland with patches of acacia woodland. In the southern area, there are several small, rocky, volcanic hills. Around the Ol Okenya, Ol Tukai, and Enkongo Narok swamps, the vegetation is lush with yellow-barked acacias and phoenix palms. Your dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Full-Day in Amboseli National Park
You'll wake up early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit. Despite its changing habitat, Amboseli National Park is possibly the best wildlife area in all of Africa to experience elephants at close range. Elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps form the highlights of any safari! An optional visit to a Maasai village can be planned after breakfast at an extra cost. You will see the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Amboseli National Park - Diani Beach
You'll have an early morning game drive followed by a hearty breakfast then check out of the camp. You'll leave for Emali Train Station where you will board your train to Mombasa. You will be picked up by our representative at the Mombasa train station for a transfer to your beach resort where you will spend your beach holiday. Mid-range resort located at Diani Beach All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Diani Beach Stay: Southern Palms Beach Resort Mid-range resort located at Diani Beach Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Diani Beaches
In the morning after breakfast at the resort, you have an option of going for a tour or spending time on the warm sandy beaches. The Kenyan coastline is a superb location to rejuvenate before returning home. It takes you to a majestic tropical paradise of blue-green waters lapping at long soft sand beaches with so much to offer. With almost seventeen kilometers of pristine white sand, cerulean water, and waving palm trees, this picture-perfect beach hugs the shores of the warm Indian Ocean. There are coral reefs to explore, and the sand bars make it perfect for swimming and many other water sports. Mid-range resort located at Diani Beach All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Diani Beach Stay: Southern Palms Beach Resort Mid-range resort located at Diani Beach Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 12
Diani - Nairobi
You'll enjoy your final morning waking up in paradise and relax to your fullest with a stroll on the white sandy beach. After checking out, you will be transferred to Ukunda for your flight back to Nairobi where you will board your international flight back home. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Jamlan Holiday Safaris
4.7 operator rating
42 reviews
JAMLAN HOLIDAY SAFARIS is your most reliable & affordable safari company in East Africa. Based in Nairobi Kenya, we enable you experience & explore nature in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda & Rwanda. We offer you spectacular & memorable safari packages that last at least 3 days to as many as 20 days or more depending on your safari needs, at amazingly discounted rates. Travel with us and see us make your safari imaginations a reality!
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2021)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Magnificent and Friendly adventure
It was an amazing experience to witness the migration with my friend Jayden. Our driver John was quite knowledgeable and kind. He accommodated all our requests and managed to find all the big five for us even after witnessing the migration. I would definitely recommend him and Jamlan holiday safaris. Teddy who was our consultant was quite helpful too and recommended amazing accommodations for us .
Julie · Kenya
Reliable, customer-centric, knowledgeable with extensive safari experience
We were very fortunate to have Sam as our driver and guide during our week long safari traversing Amboseli, Naivasha and Masai Mara. Sam is well spoken and has a great sense of humour. He has excellent networks which enable him to seamlessly cut thru challenges and ensure a smooth and seamless safari experience. Sam is a safe driver and his patience on what can be very challenging road and driving conditions assured us that we were always safe. Sam is flexible and willingly accommodated changes to our plan due to unforeseen circumstances. As a foreigner travel in remote areas can be very daunting and having Sam with us gave us a feeling of safety. We will recommend Sam and Jamlan Holiday Safaris to our friends and family and look forward to using his services when we next visit this beautiful country. If you are looking for a safe and memorable wildlife experience, it just does not get better than Jamlan Holiday Safaris. Thanks Sam for looking after us and we look forward to staying in touch with you and wish you the best in growing your amazing business.
Sanjay Banerji · Australia
Tremendous and mindfulness, very professional
Witnessing the great migration was an amazing experience. It's a wonder in deed. We loved the accommodations recommended by Teddy and our guide was quite knowledgeable and kind. We sure look forward to visiting again
Jayden · Kenya
Helpful, good and quick communicaton
Everything was perfect, the tours, the accomodation, communication, everything. I’m sure we’ll be back someday
Bence · Hungary
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Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 12 receive a discount and children under 3 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Samburu Sopa Lodge - Mid-range lodge inside Samburu NR. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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This tour is offered by Jamlan Holiday Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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