Duration
7-Day
Amboseli National Park, Kenya
7-Day Masai Mara, L Nakuru, Naivasha, Amboseli & Mombasa
Overview
This itinerary covers the Masai Mara Reserve, Lake Naivasha, and Nakuru. The Masai Mara is known for its exceptional population of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and rhinos. At Lake Nakuru, you will also be able to view flamingos that famously line the shore and other birds, depending on their migration. Lake Naivasha offers more than enough from a boat ride, birdwatching, Crater Lake, and Hell's Gate National Park. It also covers Amboseli National Park, famous for views of Kilimanjaro.
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Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Mombasa (City)
Via Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Country & park
Kenya / Amboseli National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Goshen Mara Camp - Budget tented camp just outside Masai Mara 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
Jan 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,232 USD
Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,344 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 2 people.
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 who are 1 year and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Masai Mara NR
Day 3
Lake Nakuru NP
Day 4
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Day 5-6
Amboseli NP
End
Mombasa (City) (Day 7)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget 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.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
1
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof minivan
Getting around: pop-up roof minivan & train
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Goshen Mara Camp
Budget tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
Lanet Matfam Resort
Budget hotel less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Dove Nest Lodge
Budget lodge near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5-6
Amboseli Eco Camp
Budget tented camp just outside Amboseli NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast 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-Masai Mara National Reserve
You will be picked up at the airport in Nairobi, followed by a briefing. You will thereafter drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve. You will have lunch at the lodge/camp. After lunch, you will have 3 options: rest at the lodge/camp, nature walk to the Maasai culture center, or proceed for an afternoon game drive, depending on what you are willing to pay for extra. This is another good time of day to view nocturnal hunters who prepare for their nightly expeditions. Watering holes are also usually busy just before sunset as animals such as hippos return to their resting spots, while others congregate to drink before retiring for the night. Later in the evening, you will return to your lodge/camp for dinner and an overnight stay. Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Goshen Mara Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, you'll have a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The reserve is well known for its black-maned lions as well as its abundant resident wildlife. It is one of the few places where it's possible to see the Big Five during a morning game drive. Many of the cheetahs are so tame that they seek shelter from the hot sun under a vehicle, and several even climb onto the roof to get a better view of prospective prey. For the bird enthusiast, almost 500 species have been recorded. Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Goshen Mara Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru National Park
After morning breakfast, you will depart the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru. You may have lunch en route. You'll arrive at the park for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is a small park with over 50% of its area covered by the Lake. Located in the middle of the Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru has a wide variety of animals, including the Rothschild giraffes, lions, white and black rhinos, and the leopard. All these can be spotted depending on your luck. The park is also considered by birdwatchers as an ornithological paradise! A myriad of both greater and lesser flamingoes have made this lake their home. Budget 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: Lanet Matfam Resort Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Lake Nakuru-Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, you will have a morning drive to Lake Naivasha, which is the highest and most beautiful of the Rift Valley lakes. At 1910m (6200 ft), 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. You will also get the opportunity to hike and have a game drive in Hells Gate National Park. You will have a full day in Naivasha to participate in either a boat cruise, a Crescent Island nature walk, or Hells Gate activities. Todays activities will be charged extra depending on what activities you take. Budget lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Stay: Dove Nest Lodge Budget lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Naivasha -Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, you will depart Naivasha for Amboseli National Park. Lunch at the camp/lodge followed by an afternoon game drive to explore Amboseli National Park. During your game drive, you will be searching for the big herds of African elephants, cheetahs, lions, gazelles, and the elusive elands. If the weather permits, you will be able to have a magnificent view of Mount Kilimanjaro. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Amboseli Eco Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, you will proceed on a full-day morning and afternoon game drive with picnic lunches. A particular feature of Amboseli is the possibility to take picture postcard photos of elephants against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro. Later in the evening, you will return to your camp/lodge for dinner and your overnight stay. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Amboseli Eco Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Amboseli to Mombasa
You will have the option of ending this safari in Nairobi or the coastal city of Mombasa and nearby beaches. For Mombasa, after early morning breakfast, you will depart to Emali train station to board first class coach at 9.30 am for 3 hours ride to Mombasa town. Upon arrival, our drop-off vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to your Mombasa or Diani hotel. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mombasa (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 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
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts in Nairobi and ends in Mombasa, Kenya
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
Fly back from Moi Airport (MBA - Check price) in Mombassa
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
Smartlickers Tours and Safaris
4.9 operator rating
23 reviews
Smartlickers Safaris is a Kenyan based tour company located in Nairobi. We offer tours based on clients interest and preferences. The organization is driven by a well coordinated team of professionals from your quotation request to end of your safari. We are driven by a philosophy 'Your safari is long planned and therefore your investment.'. We assure you return on investment
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2015)
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Practical answers
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 who are 1 year and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Goshen Mara Camp - Budget tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Smartlickers Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Smartlickers Tours and Safaris.
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