Kenya is the land of African superlatives and on this whirlwind tour of Kenya’s highlights, you will experience both the quintessential experiences alongside the lesser-known (but equally spectacular) corners of the country. Over 7 days you will experience unsurpassed big-game viewing, vibrant culture, flamingo ringed soda lakes and spectacular vistas of rolling Savannah and the snow-capped peaks.
Itinerary Highlights
- Enjoy a private safari at your own pace with quality guides
- Meet traditional Maasai warriors and enjoy big 5 game viewing in the Masai Mara
- Witness the migration in season
- See hundreds of elephants in Amboseli National Park whilst enjoying spectacular views of Africa’s highest peak, the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Excellent bird watching throughout!
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive to Nairobi
- Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Day 3: Masai Mara Game Viewing
- Day 4: Masai Mara Game Reserve to Lake Nakuru
- Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park
- Day 6: Explore Amboseli National Park
- Day 7: Depart Amboseli & transfer to Nairobi
Tailor-made suggestions for this itinerary
- Consider venturing into Tanzania to visit the magnificent Serengeti and Ngorogoro Crater
- Experience a majestic sunrise hot air balloon ride in the Masai Mara
- For the truly adventurous you can consider the multi day trek up Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro.
Travelling with Eclipse
Peace of Mind
- Eclipse Travel is Australian owned and run, and an ATAS accredited travel agent.
- 24/7 emergency numbers and local contacts provided for support while you’re abroad.
- We provide all the information you need to organise your visas and vaccinations, making travel preparation stress-free.
- No currency surcharges. Once your deposit is paid, your price is guaranteed.
Specialists
- Our consultants are true destination experts, with firsthand experience and extensive travel in the regions we offer.
- Expect quick, professional responses and dedicated service from our knowledgeable team.
- We conduct regular checks on destinations, hotels, and services to ensure quality for every trip.
Authentic Travel
- Tailor-made itineraries designed around your unique requirements.
- Freedom to select your preferred style and standard of accommodation.
- Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
- Committed to responsible travel: we reinvest in the environment and local communities across our destinations.
Day 1 - Nairobi: Arrive
Arrive
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 - Nairobi: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast we proceed across the beautiful Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. Situated in the south-eastern corner of Kenya, the reserve is home to the greatest concentration of large mammals on earth. The Masai Mara and the Mara River form part of the world-famous Great Annual Wildebeest Migration, and timing your Masai Mara Safari to coincide with this can be critical.
We arrive in time for lunch and in the afternoon, enjoy an enthralling game-viewing drive. Spotting lions, cheetahs and other spectacular predators is the highlight of your day and we might even spot a traditional Maasai Warrior who are still quite common in these parts.
This evening, enjoy a sumptuous dinner at your lodge.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 3 - Masai Mara: Masai Mara Game Viewing
Masai Mara Game Viewing
Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Masai Mara to search for the myriad species of game that make this reserve their home. Rise early for a dawn game drive, returning to the camp in time for breakfast. Or perhaps to the Mara River or the Musiara Marsh on half day with picnic breakfast. Return to the camp in time for lunch, followed by a rest in the shaded tent or relax on the veranda of your tent, watching the game go by. Later head out on an afternoon game drive returning to camp to enjoy a sundowner around the campfire, exchanging stories of the day with the other guests. Dinner by candlelight completes the day, after which an askari will guide you to your tent.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 4 - Masai Mara: Masai Mara Game Reserve to Lake Nakuru
Masai Mara Game Reserve to Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru keeping an eye out for game along the way. Lake Nakuru is one of the Rift Valley’s soda lakes and is rich in birdlife with over 400 resident species including abundant pink flamingos which number their thousands, sometimes millions and feed on the algae in the lake.
You'll drive through the park and arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon we embark on a game drive and along with the birdlife we will hopefully spot the rare Rothschild’s giraffe, black and white rhinos and predators such as lions, cheetah and leopard. Dinner at your lodge.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 5 - Lake Nakuru: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park
Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast we drive to Amboseli National Park located at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. The snow of the mountain forms a majestic backdrop to one of Kenya's most spectacular displays of wildlife including lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, cheetah, buffalo and host of plains game.
Lunch is served at the lodge with some time to relax. In the late afternoon we will enjoy a game drive before spending dinner and the evening at our lodge.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 6 - Amboseli National Park: Explore Amboseli National Park
Explore Amboseli National Park
Today we rise early and take in the impressive views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit. We set off for a dawn game drive to view a multitude of wildlife which call Amboseli home including everything from Wildebeest to Giraffes to Baboons.
After time for lunch and a rest we then enjoy another evening game drive, returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 7 - Amboseli National Park: Depart
Depart
This morning after breakfast depart Amboseli National Park, enjoying some final game viewing as you exit the park. Continue on to Nairobi where you will say goodbye to your guide as you are dropped off at the international airport for your departure flight.
Breakfast included.
Departs daily
Season | Type | From | Special Offer |
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05 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025 | NZD$5771pp | ||
Comfort | NZD$5771pp | Contact us | |
Superior | NZD$7030pp | Contact us | |
Deluxe | NZD$9944pp | Contact us | |
01 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 | NZD$5593pp | ||
01 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2025 | NZD$5343pp | ||
01 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025 | NZD$5806pp | ||
16 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | NZD$5926pp | ||
01 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 | NZD$6854pp | ||
01 Oct 2025 - 14 Oct 2025 | NZD$6234pp | ||
15 Oct 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 | NZD$6234pp | ||
01 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 | NZD$5988pp | ||
01 Dec 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 | NZD$6169pp |
- Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
- Please note: Park fees are quoted based on current rates and are subject to change at any time. If the local Wildlife Authority decides to increase their park fees after you have booked a safari trip, Eclipse Travel will need to add a supplement to your booking to cover the additional cost.
- The prices on our website will give you a very good estimate of the cost of this itinerary, however there might be a small variation in price due to the fluctuating costs of the internal flights and potential overlap between the rate seasons of different suppliers. To get an exact quote, please speak to one of our consultants who will provide you with a detailed itinerary and quote based on your specific travel dates.
- Hotel rates are based on lead-in rooms. Other room types and hotels are available. Rates are subject to change and different rates may apply during holiday seasons and special events.
Comfort
Nairobi, Kenya - The Boma Nairobi
Masai Mara, Kenya - Basecamp Masai Mara
Lake Nakuru, Kenya - Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Amboseli National Park, Kenya - Kibo Safari Camp
Superior
Nairobi, Kenya - Ole Sereni Hotel
Masai Mara, Kenya - Ilkeliani Camp
Lake Nakuru, Kenya - Mbweha Camp
Amboseli National Park, Kenya - Elerai Camp
Deluxe
Nairobi, Kenya - Hemingways Nairobi
Masai Mara, Kenya - Sand River Mara
Lake Nakuru, Kenya - The Cliff
Amboseli National Park, Kenya - Tortilis Tented Camp
Whats included?
- Accommodation with private facilities
- Hotel taxes
- Entrance fees*
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with English speaking driver guide
- All transfers on arrival, while on safari and on departure
- Drinking water while on safari
- Medical Evacuation cover
- Meals as specified below
What’s not included?
- Air Transportation
- Airport entrance/departure taxes,
- Passport, visa, and immigration fees
- Additional nights
- Optional Activities
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Travel Protection Plan
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Accommodation meals as per below:
- Comfort: 01 Night The Boma Nairobi on Bed & Breakfast basis, 02 Nights BaseCamp on Full board basis, 01 Night Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge on Full board basis and 02 Nights Kibo Safari camp on Full board basis.
- Superior: 01 Nights Ole Sereni Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis, 02 Nights Ilkeliani Mara Camp on Full board basis, 01 Night Mbweha Camp on Full board basis & 02 Nights Elerai Camp on Full board basis.
- Deluxe: 01 Night Hemingways Nairobi on Bed & Breakfast basis, 02 Nights Elewana Sand River on Full board basis, 01 Night The Cliff on Full board basis and 02 Nights Elewana Tortilis Camp on Full board basis.
- *Please note: Park fees are quoted based on current rates and are subject to change at any time. If the local Wildlife Authority decides to increase their park fees after you have booked a safari trip, Eclipse Travel will need to add a supplement to your booking to cover the additional cost.
- The prices on our website will give you a very good estimate of the cost of this itinerary, however there might be a small variation in price due to the fluctuating costs of the internal flights and potential overlap between the rate seasons of different suppliers. To get an exact quote, please speak to one of our consultants who will provide you with a detailed itinerary and quote based on your specific travel dates.
- Please note Elerai Camp is closed during May. Alternative accommodation will be suggested.
- Optional: Balloon Safari: US$ 475 per person
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
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