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9-Day Luxury Big Kenya Safari

Amboseli National Park, Kenya

9-Day Luxury Big Kenya Safari

5.0 / 5 · 656 reviews Offered by Spirit of Kenya 9-Day

Overview

This nine-day safari takes you to the best sites in Kenya: Tsavo West (two nights), Amboseli National Park (two nights), Lake Nakuru (two nights) and Masai Mara (two nights). All of our tours are customizable and we can increase or decrease the number of days, mix accommodation levels, and more.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

9-Day

Route

Nairobi to Nairobi (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

Activities

game drives & boat trip

Accommodation

Sarova Mara Game Camp - Luxury tented camp inside 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

9-Day Luxury Big Kenya Safari
Amboseli National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jun 15, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026 $5,555 USD $3,860 USD
Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 $4,835 USD $3,380 USD
Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026 $4,625 USD $3,240 USD
Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $5,555 USD $3,860 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 $4,575 USD $3,140 USD
Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027 $4,425 USD $3,040 USD
Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027 $4,275 USD $2,940 USD
Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 14, 2027 $4,425 USD $3,040 USD
Jun 15, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 $5,555 USD $3,860 USD
Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027 $4,835 USD $3,380 USD
Nov 1, 2027 - Dec 14, 2027 $4,625 USD $3,240 USD
Dec 15, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $5,555 USD $3,860 USD

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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 2 are free.

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Route

Tour route map
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
Day 7-8 Tsavo West NP
End Nairobi (City) (Day 9)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury 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 & boat trip
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof minivan
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof minivan
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

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Day 1-2

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Luxury tented camp inside Masai Mara NR

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

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Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

Day 3

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

Luxury lodge inside Lake Nakuru NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Naivasha Kongoni Lodge

Day 4

Naivasha Kongoni Lodge

Mid-range lodge near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Hunter's Luxury Manor

Day 5-6

Hunter's Luxury Manor

Luxury tented camp less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Severin Safari Camp

Day 7-8

Severin Safari Camp

Luxury tented camp inside Tsavo West NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 9

End of tour

No accommodation

(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.

Nairobi/Masai Mara

Day 1

Nairobi/Masai Mara

An early morning drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve, it holds on as one of the few places left on earth where wildlife still lives comparatively undisturbed, in the numbers that once roamed the plains and forests of Africa. As the northern tip of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the spectacular seasonal migration of many thousands of Wildebeest, Zebras and attendant predators. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive. Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Sarova Mara Game Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Masai Mara National Reserve

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast we have a full day dame drive, with packed lunch provided. The reserve is well known for its black- manned lion, as well as its abundant resident wildlife and its one of the few places where it's possible to see the big five during a morning's game drive. Many of the cheetahs are so tame they seek shelter from the hot sun under one's vehicle and several even climb onto the roof to get better view of prospective prey. For the bird enthusiast, almost 500 species have been recorded: among these 16 species of eagle, plus many hawks and falcons, 6 species of vultures, 8 species of storks 4 of bustard (including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird), and 9 species of sun birds. Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve Stay: Sarova Mara Game Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru

Day 3

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru

An early morning pick up then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, across the equator, southwards of Bogoria, lies the Rift Valley most famous Lake Nakuru. Known all over the world for its flamingoes, it's alkaline and is recognized as being one of the natural wonders of the world. Lake Nakuru is now a rhino sanctuary, harboring a population of over 40 black and over 60 white rhinos, but the flamingoes, of course, have always been the main attraction. At times there may be almost 2million flamingoes in the residence, forming a stunningly beautiful deep pink band around the edge of the lake shore. Arrive in time for lunch then have an afternoon game drive. Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Stay: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Lake Naivasha National Park

Day 4

Lake Naivasha National Park

An early morning drive to Lake Naivasha, it is the highest and the most beautiful of the Rif Valley lakes. At 1910m (6200f), the water is fresh and the lake is fringed with dense clumps of papyrus (ancient Egyptian once used this to make paper). Kingfishers use the papyrus as a perch, herons hide in it while searching for food. Naivasha is yet another area popular for bird watching (over 400species 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 altitude but there are a number of hippos. Along the lake shore, vineyards produce grapes for the country's fledging wine industry. 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)
Amboseli National Park

Day 5

Amboseli National Park

Early Morning start and drive to Amboseli National Park, check in at your accomodation, day spent at leisure. Amboseli National Park is situated due south of Nairobi, Most of the park consist of a dry, ancient lake bed and fragile grassland with patches of acacia woodland, while in the southern area there is a number of small, rocky, volcanic hills. Around the swamps Ol Okenya, Ol Tukai and Enkongo Narok, the vegetation is lush with yellow barked acacias and phoenix palms. Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Hunter's Luxury Manor Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Amboseli National Park

Day 6

Amboseli National Park

Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit with packed lunch provided, an Optional visit to a Masai village can be planned after breakfast. A visit reveals the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Despite its changing habitat, Amboseli National Park is possibly the best wildlife area In the whole of Africa to experience elephants at close range. Left unharassed by poachers, elephants feeding and bathing in the swamps must form the highlights of any Safari. Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Hunter's Luxury Manor Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tsavo West National Park

Day 7

Tsavo West National Park

We depart by road for Tsavo West National Park. Arrive in time for lunch then an optional afernoon or evening game drive. Tsavo West is the most visited section in Tsavo National Park, ofering many attractions apart from its wildlife. The foremost is the famous Mzima Springs where up to 227.3 million liters of cool crystal clear water flows out of the ground through porous volcanic rocks. The water is believed to originate from Chuyulu Hills, via an underground river. Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Tsavo West National Park Stay: Severin Safari Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tsavo West National Park

Day 8

Tsavo West National Park

After breakfast, we have a full day game drive, packed lunch provided. Other interesting places to visit are the Roaring Rocks, which get their name from the wind that hurtles through them. From here there are wonderful views over Tsavo from the top of a 98m rock face; similar views can be experienced from the poachers lookout. The volcanic Chaimu Crater, less Than 200years old and composed of black coke, is worth visiting and can be climbed if one is intersted. The area is a good place to look out for klipspringer, a small antelope that's as agile as its swahili name mbuzi mawe(mountain goat). In the south west corner of Tsavo West is Lake Jipe, which has the Kenyan-Tanzanian border running through it. Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Tsavo West National Park Stay: Severin Safari Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tsavo West to Nairobi

Day 9

Tsavo West to Nairobi

Depart for a morning game drive after breakfast. Depart to Nairobi late in the morning. Lunch en route. 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 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 select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
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
Spirit of Kenya
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Spirit of Kenya

5.0 operator rating 657 reviews

Every safari is unique and tailor made. We provide lightning speed 24/365 customer care, extensive safari planning consulting in order to tailor make your once in a lifetime safari experience. High quality land cruisers and minivans, cheerful, experienced and knowledgeable guides, and on-spot support at any time is what we promise to make your once in a lifetime journey a reality.

Office In

Kenya

Size

10-20 employees (Founded in 2014)

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Kenya

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Excellent service, great guide, thoroughly enjoyed our trip.

We really enjoyed our trip with Spirit of Kenya. We took the 5-day safari and chose a Toyota Land Cruiser. Our guide, Charles, was excellent, he was friendly, knowledgable and was great helping us spot the animals as we toured around. I'd definitely recommend the Land Cruiser option, it's so much more flexible than some of the other transport we saw people using.

The Spirit of Kenya Land Cruiser
Lioness (Nakuru)
Giraffe (Nakuru)
Nakuru National Park

John · United Kingdom

Verified

Everything was well planned!

We had an amazing time in Kenya with Spirit of Kenya tour. Our expectations were far exceeded. Our favorite stay was in the Masai Mara. The proximity to nature and the beautiful green park truly astonished us. Lake Nakuru and Naivasha were also stunning, with their incredible animal diversity, breathtaking landscapes, and luxurious hotels. The food was always so tasty. The drive to Amboseli was quite long, but seeing so many elephants gathered together in the swamps along with my personal highlight, -a python- made it absolutely worth it. Overall, we could not be more thankful for Charles -our guide-, who was our feet, ears, and eyes throughout the entire week. He is a very knowledgeable guide with a kind heart! Everything went perfectly, and we truly appreciate the tour provider being so responsive over the past few months. I highly recommend Spirit of Kenya as your tour provider in your next trip in Kenya!

Photo by Tuna
Photo by Tuna
Photo by Tuna
Photo by Tuna

Tuna · Germany

Verified

Amazing

Did a 3D2N private tour to Maasai Mara. From the get go, i loved that it was completely customisable based on your schedule, to your desired comfort level for accommodation and even the vehicle! what i loved about them was the price transparency- you knew exactly what you were paying for. on the day of my tour, i was told the road to my accommodation was blocked, and we’d had to shift to an alternative one. Both the company and my guide handled it with such expediency and professionalism. I ended up staying somewhere just as comfortable, and was even refunded the price difference. The game drives were needless to say, amazing. My guide took the time to explain the history / culture of Masai Mara in great detail, and the species that we encountered, big or small. It was amazing; worth every dollar i paid. I’ll be back again ❤️

Cheryl · Singapore

Verified

An Expected Safari Journey with Surprises

Spending five whole days immersed in the wild, four in Masai Mara and one in Lake Nakuru, left us buzzing with excitement. The tour exceeded our every expectation. Despite a minor hiccup with a workers' strike at Nairobi Airport, the overall trip was impeccably organized. Nothing could’ve prepared us for how close we’d get to the animals. Being a couple of meters away from lions and elephants felt surreal, like the wildlife documentary suddenly let us step inside. Luck was definitely on our side; we managed to see all the Big Five, each sighting more exciting than the last. On top of that, we encountered plenty of creatures we hadn’t even dared to hope for—cheetahs lounging in the tall grass, flamingos painting Nakuru pink, small mammals darting around as if they were performing for us. Every drive brought some unexpected surprise. Our accommodations were on point. Zinwa Bush in Nakuru was quiet, clean, calm in the best way, and the food hit the spot after long game drives. Slope Mara delivered nicely too—comfortable, welcoming. I'd like to thank Gerardo, the sales manager, meticulously planned every aspect of the trip. This had been in the works for a good three months, and the itinerary was solid gold. Also Gideon, our guide and driver. His experience was obvious from the start: spotting animals at impossible distances, picking clever routes that brought us close without disturbing anything, handling the vehicle with calm confidence.

Photo by Luca
Photo by Luca
Photo by Luca

Luca · China

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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 2 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?

Sarova Mara Game Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Masai Mara 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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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Spirit of Kenya, 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.

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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