8 Days Classic Kenya Safari – Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru & Maasai Mara
Discover four of Kenya's rewarding wildlife regions on a private safari combining Amboseli's elephant country, the Great Rift Valley lakes and the legendary plains of the Maasai Mara.
A Complete Kenya Safari Through Four Remarkable Wildlife Regions
This 8-day private Kenya safari is designed for travellers who want a broader first experience of Kenya without rushing between destinations. Begin with a comfortable arrival night in Nairobi before travelling to Amboseli National Park for elephant viewing and memorable Mount Kilimanjaro landscapes.
Continue through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and Crescent Island nature walk, explore the wildlife habitats of Lake Nakuru National Park, then finish with two nights in the Maasai Mara. With your own 4x4 Land Cruiser, professional safari driver-guide and three accommodation levels, this journey works especially well for couples, families, small groups and first-time safari travellers.
Safari at a Glance
Choose Your Preferred Safari Style
Select from Mid-Luxury, Luxury or Premium accommodation while keeping the same private safari itinerary.
Mid-Luxury
Comfortable safari accommodation offering excellent value for this complete private Kenya safari.
- Comfortable lodges & camps
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Applicable park fees
- Safari meals as indicated
Luxury
Higher-category lodges and camps offering enhanced comfort, locations and safari atmosphere.
- Handpicked luxury lodges & camps
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Applicable park fees
- Safari meals as indicated
Premium
Premium safari properties for travellers prioritizing exclusivity, location and refined service.
- Premium lodges & luxury camps
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Applicable park fees
- Safari meals as indicated
Six Highlights of This 8-Day Classic Kenya Safari
Amboseli Wildlife
Explore elephant country and enjoy memorable Mount Kilimanjaro landscapes when weather conditions are clear.
Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Enjoy Rift Valley scenery, birdlife and a different perspective from the water.
Crescent Island Walk
Take a guided nature walk among giraffes, zebras and other plains wildlife.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Explore a compact Rift Valley park known for varied wildlife, birdlife and important rhino habitat.
Maasai Mara
Finish your journey with two nights and classic savannah wildlife viewing in the Maasai Mara.
Private 4x4 Journey
Travel with your own safari Land Cruiser and professional driver-guide throughout the safari.
More Than a Safari — Experience Kenya
Private game drives, remarkable wildlife and memorable experiences, planned around the way you want to travel.
A genuine Braverly Holidays safari moment.
Suggested Safari Lodges & Camps
Choose from Mid-Luxury, Luxury and Premium options. Comparable alternatives may be offered where a preferred property is unavailable.
Nairobi — 1 Night
PrideInn Azure
La Maison Nairobi
or similar
Hyatt Place Nairobi
Novotel Nairobi
or similar
JW Marriott Nairobi
Sankara Nairobi
or similar
Amboseli — 2 Nights
Hunters Amboseli
AA Lodge Amboseli
or similar
Ol Tukai Lodge
Amboseli Serena
or similar
Tawi Lodge
Ol Tukai Lodge
Angama Amboseli
or similar
Lake Naivasha — 1 Night
Burch's Resort
Fish Eagle Inn
or similar
Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Sawela Lodge
Naivasha Simba Lodge
or similar
Enashipai Resort
Chui Lodge Naivasha
or similar
Lake Nakuru — 1 Night
Buhari Zenoni Hotel
Lake Nakuru Lodge
or similar
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Sarova Lion Hill
or similar
The Cliff Nakuru
or similar
Maasai Mara — 2 Nights
Enkorok Mara
Mara Odare Camp
Mara Chui
or similar
Ashnil Mara
Entim Mara
Sarova Mara
or similar
JW Marriott Masai Mara
The Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara
Olare Mara Kempinski
or similar
8 Days Classic Kenya Safari Itinerary
Arrival in Nairobi
On arrival at JKIA, meet your Braverly Holidays representative for a warm welcome and private transfer to your selected Nairobi hotel. Settle in and rest after your international journey, with the remainder of the day at leisure as you prepare for your safari.
Nairobi → Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, meet your safari driver-guide and depart Nairobi in your private 4x4 Land Cruiser for Amboseli National Park. Arrive at your lodge or camp and begin exploring the park's open plains, wetlands and wildlife habitats, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a spectacular backdrop when conditions are clear.
Full-Day Amboseli National Park
Spend a full day on safari in Amboseli with your private guide. Search for elephant herds alongside buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelope and predators, with time to explore different wildlife areas at a comfortable pace.
Amboseli → Lake Naivasha
Depart Amboseli after breakfast and travel toward the Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake followed by a guided Crescent Island nature walk, offering a refreshing change from vehicle-based game viewing.
Lake Naivasha → Lake Nakuru National Park
Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park and explore the park with your guide, enjoying its scenic landscapes, birdlife and opportunities to encounter rhinos and other wildlife before proceeding to your selected accommodation.
Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara National Reserve
Leave the Rift Valley and travel toward the Maasai Mara, passing through changing landscapes and local communities. Arrive at your selected lodge or camp and begin experiencing the vast savannah ecosystem.
Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara with your private driver-guide. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, cheetahs and other wildlife across the open plains, with a picnic lunch allowing you to maximize your time in the reserve. Optional experiences such as a hot-air balloon safari can be arranged at additional cost.
Maasai Mara → Nairobi → JKIA
After breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi. On arrival, transfer to JKIA for your onward flight or to another agreed Nairobi drop-off point. No game drive is scheduled on the final day.
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- ✓ Meet & Greet and safari pickup from JKIA, your hotel or residence within Nairobi
- ✓ Safari drop-off at JKIA, your hotel or residence within Nairobi at the end of the safari
- ✓ Private safari transportation in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- ✓ Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- ✓ Accommodation according to your selected safari tier or similar
- ✓ All applicable park entrance fees for parks and reserves included in the confirmed itinerary
- ✓ Full-board meals at safari lodges and camps; Nairobi hotel on bed & breakfast basis
- ✓ Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island nature walk
- ✓ Bottled drinking water during safari drives
- ✓ Kenya eTA application guidance
Excluded
- × International flights
- × Kenya eTA / application fees unless specifically included
- × Travel and medical insurance
- × Optional safari activities not specifically included
- × Hot-air balloon safari unless specifically included
- × Tips and gratuities
- × Alcoholic drinks and beverages not included by the lodge or camp
- × Personal expenses, shopping and other items of a personal nature
Important Information for Your Safari
Flexible Dates
The safari can be adjusted around your preferred travel dates, subject to availability.
Suggested Accommodation
Listed properties are suggested options. Comparable alternatives may be offered if unavailable.
Families & Children
Children are welcome. Final child rates depend on age, room sharing and lodge policies.
Wildlife & Migration
Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed. Migration movements vary seasonally.
Optional Experiences
Balloon safaris, Maasai village visits, sundowners and other experiences can be added where available.
Final Pricing
Starting rates are estimates. Final quotations reflect dates, party size, room configuration and confirmed accommodation.
8 Days Classic Kenya Safari – Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru & Maasai Mara FAQs
Helpful information about this exact 8-day private Kenya safari.
What destinations are included in the 8 Days Classic Kenya Safari?
This itinerary includes one arrival night in Nairobi, two nights in Amboseli, one night at Lake Naivasha, one night at Lake Nakuru and two nights in the Maasai Mara before returning to Nairobi on Day 8.
Is the 8 Days Classic Kenya Safari a private safari?
Yes. The safari is designed for your travelling party and uses a private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide.
What is included at Lake Naivasha on this 8-day safari?
The Lake Naivasha program includes a boat ride followed by a guided Crescent Island nature walk, offering a different experience from vehicle-based game viewing.
How many nights are spent in Amboseli National Park?
The itinerary includes two nights in Amboseli. You travel from Nairobi to Amboseli on Day 2 and spend Day 3 exploring Amboseli before continuing to Lake Naivasha on Day 4.
Does the safari include Lake Nakuru National Park?
Yes. Day 5 includes travel from Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park, where you explore the park's wildlife habitats and birdlife before your overnight stay in the Lake Nakuru area.
How much time is spent in the Maasai Mara?
The safari includes two nights in the Maasai Mara. You arrive from Lake Nakuru on Day 6 and spend Day 7 on a full-day Maasai Mara safari before returning to Nairobi on Day 8.
Are park fees included in the 8 Days Classic Kenya Safari?
Yes. Applicable park and reserve entrance fees for the confirmed itinerary are included as stated in the package inclusions.
Are meals included throughout the 8-day safari?
Safari lodges and camps are planned on full board. The Nairobi arrival hotel is planned on a bed-and-breakfast basis unless your final quotation states otherwise.
What accommodation options are available?
You can choose from Mid-Luxury, Luxury and Premium suggested accommodation in Nairobi, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara. Comparable alternatives may be offered depending on availability.
Can the 8 Days Classic Kenya Safari be customized?
Yes. Braverly Holidays can adjust travel dates, accommodation preferences and optional experiences according to your requirements and confirmed availability.
Is there a game drive on Day 8 before returning to Nairobi?
No. Day 8 is scheduled for breakfast, check-out and the return journey from the Maasai Mara to Nairobi or JKIA. No game drive is scheduled on the final day.
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