6 Day Kenya Camping Safari
Overview
Experience the best of Kenya’s iconic safari destinations on this 6 day Kenya camping safari. From the wildlife-rich plains of Masai Mara to the flamingo-dotted shores of Lake Nakuru and the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, this safari offers unforgettable encounters with Africa’s most iconic animals—including the Big Five.
Safari Highlights:
- Explore the Masai Mara, home to the Big Cats and the Great Wildebeest Migration
- Visit Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for flamingos and rhino sightings
- Discover Amboseli National Park, known for large herds of elephants and views of Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Enjoy full-board camping accommodation and immersive guided game drives
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6 Days/ 5 Nights
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Kenya
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Guided, Private Safari
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Airport TransfersCar hireServices of an English-speaking guideRefreshments like waterAll accommodation & MealsAll activitiesAll Taxes /VATA professional driver /guideFuelDrinking water
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Tips and gratuitiesAll items of personal natureInternational flightsAlcoholic drinks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your Kenya camping safari begins with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel by your professional guide. Depart the city and head southwest, passing through the scenic Great Rift Valley where you’ll stop at a viewpoint for panoramic photos. Continue through the Maasai town of Narok, where you’ll enjoy a local-style lunch and a cultural glimpse into Maasai life.
In the afternoon, arrive at your camp in Masai Mara and settle in. After a short rest, head out for your first thrilling game drive in this wildlife-rich reserve. Expect to spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions or cheetahs as the sun sets over the savannah.
Accommodation: Mara Nature Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara – Big Cats & Migration Views
After an early breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive with packed lunch. You’ll explore the vast plains of Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife areas. This is prime Big Five territory, with frequent sightings of lions, elephants, buffalo, and sometimes leopards or rhinos.
During the Great Wildebeest Migration (typically July to October), you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River—a dramatic and unforgettable natural spectacle. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, where crocodiles and hippos bask in the sun. Return to camp in the late afternoon for a hearty dinner and evening around the campfire.
Accommodation: Mara Nature Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Morning Game Drive
Rise early for a morning game drive to catch predators returning from a night hunt and herbivores grazing in the cool dawn. After breakfast at camp, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, traveling through scenic landscapes dotted with farms, towns, and distant mountains.
Arrive at your lodge or campsite near the park in the afternoon. If time allows, you can take a short walk along the park’s perimeter or relax with views of the Rift Valley escarpment.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Nairobi – Flamingos & Rhino Sanctuary
Enjoy breakfast, then set out for a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. The lake’s alkaline waters attract thousands of flamingos and pelicans, creating a sea of pink along the shores. The park is also home to a large population of endangered white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, zebras, baboons, and waterbucks.
After a scenic picnic lunch or meal at the lodge, exit the park and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Along the way, enjoy views of Lake Naivasha and possible optional stops like the Nairobi Giraffe Centre or Kazuri Beads Women’s Factory.
Accommodation: Nairobi hotel (can be arranged at extra cost)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Nairobi to Amboseli – Land of Giants
After breakfast, leave Nairobi and travel south to Amboseli National Park, arriving around midday. Check in to your lodge or camp, have lunch, and then set out for an afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is famous for its large herds of elephants and striking views of Mount Kilimanjaro—the tallest peak in Africa. Explore the park’s open plains, wetlands, and acacia woodlands, watching for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and an array of birdlife. If the weather is clear, Kilimanjaro provides a breathtaking backdrop for wildlife photography.
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Morning Game Drive in Amboseli – Return to Nairobi
Start your day with a sunrise game drive, the perfect time to see predators on the move and elephants making their way to the swamps. After returning to the lodge for breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon.
You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenya camping safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
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