7 Days Best of Kenya Safari | Top 4 Kenya National Parks
Explore best four Kenya National Parks in this magical wildlife experience with our professional tour guides. The safari start in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for black and white rhinos, large flock of flamingoes on the shores, not forgetting the various species of birdlife.
Then head to the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve – the vast rolling savanna grasslands. All of Africa’s Big Five are here and the park is known for many sightings of lion, cheetah, as well as elephant, rhino, wildebeest, and zebra. The great wildebeest migration happens in June – August. The spectacle involves about two million wildebeest crossing the River Mara for greener pastures, and is widely considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Take an epic boat ride in Lake Naivasha where you get a chance to spot the big hippos on the shores of the lake and different species of water bird. Conclude the trip in Amboseli National Park, well-known for its good view of Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as its big elephants herds and other wildlife that co-exist here.
Price From: $1,500 per person
SUMMARY ITINERARY
| Day |
Destination |
Accommodation |
| 1 |
Lake Nakuru |
Flamingo Hill Tented Camp |
| 2 & 3 |
Masai Mara National Reserve |
Sentrim Lodge Mara |
| 4 |
Lake Naivasha |
Naivasha Crescent Camp |
| 5&6 |
Amboseli National Park |
Sentrim Lodge Amboseli |
| 7 |
Nairobi |
Departure |
| THE PRICE OF USING A 4X4 SAFARI LAND CRUISER |
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The Safari of a Lifetime with Amazing Memories - Choosing a safari in Kenya is about much more than seeing wildlife. While the ultimate goal is to get close to nature and experience the incredible animals, how successful that... read more experience is depends largely on the company you choose and, above all, on your guide. After spending 11 unforgettable days on safari with Amazing Memories, I can confidently say that we made the right choice. I would like to divide this review into three parts: the company, the guide, and the parks.
1. Choosing Amazing Memories
Our choice of Amazing Memories came after extensive research. We contacted four or five companies registered with KATO, carefully comparing itineraries, prices, and reviews. From our very first conversation, Nevill stood out for his professionalism, transparency, and willingness to tailor the trip to our wishes while staying within our budget.
He designed an excellent itinerary, and throughout the entire journey everything went exactly as planned. Every lodge we stayed at was excellent. We did not experience a single issue. Nevil also kept checking in with us during the trip to make sure everything was going well, which showed how much he genuinely cares about his guests.
2. Raphael – Our Guide, Driver, and Companion
Raphael was our guide, driver, and companion throughout the trip, and he was simply outstanding in all three roles.
His ability to find wildlife was remarkable. He always seemed to know where to be and when to be. Also, he had a lot of knowledge about wildlife and was very keen to share with us, which made each encounter more special. While we met other travelers who had quieter safari days, every one of our game drives was filled with memorable sightings and incredible experiences.
Driving in Kenya is a challenge itself. Many transfers from one park to another lasted more than seven hours on roads shared with trucks, potholes, cattle, baboons, and every imaginable obstacle. It requires complete concentration and exceptional driving skills. In that sense, Raphael was such a cautiously driver. But what impressed us even more was Raphael's dedication after each long day. While we were relaxing after seven-eight hours of driving on rough safari tracks, he was inspecting the vehicle, cleaning and preparing it for the following day. Along the way we passed groups stranded in remote areas waiting for mechanics, yet during our 3,000 km journey we never had a single mechanical issue. That was no coincidence—it was the result of Raphael's professionalism and care.
Beyond his skills, Raphael was a wonderful company. Spending 11 days together with me, my wife, and our two boys is probably not the easiest assignment, yet he made every day enjoyable with his kindness, good humour, patience, and positive attitude. By the end of the trip, he felt much more like a friend than just a guide.
3. The Parks
Our itinerary included Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Amboseli, and Tsavo East National Park. Each park has its own unique character, landscapes, wildlife, vegetation, and local culture. Looking back, our only regret is that we did not have even more time to explore them.
The Maasai Mara amazed us with its abundance of big cats and enormous herds of wildlife. In Amboseli, we had the unforgettable feeling of standing in the middle of a herd of elephants as they slowly moved toward the swamps beneath the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro.
Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha offered wonderful opportunities to get incredibly close to giraffes, rhinos, and spectacular birdlife. Finally, Tsavo East gave us a little bit of everything, but what captivated me most was its vastness and remoteness, making it feel truly wild and untouched.
After 11 incredible days, we are returning to Brazil with exactly what the company's name promises: Amazing Memories! We are taking home unforgettable wildlife encounters, thousands of photos, wonderful stories, and a deep appreciation for Kenya, its people, and its extraordinary natural beauty. We wholeheartedly recommend Amazing Memories to anyone looking for an authentic, well-organized, and truly unforgettable safari experience.
Fabi G
July 18, 2026
THE COST INCLUDES:
- All Parks Entry Fee
- Hippo Boat ride and crescent Island Walk.
- Full Board Hotel Accommodation while on safari.
- All Meals throughout safari and hot lunch/ picnic lunch where necessary
- Enough mineral bottled water while on safari
- Transfers from and to the airport
- Private Transport using a 4X4 Safari Land Cruiser
- Ultimate game drives in our specially designed 4 x 4 -wheel drive with pop-up roof for maximum game viewing and everyone guaranteed a window seat.
- Services of a professional English- speaking safari guide.
- Government taxes where applicable.
- Daily safari and wildlife briefing
- Airports meet and greet
COST EXCLUSIONS.
- Expenses and other items that are purely of personal nature
- Medical insurance.
- Passports and visas
- Driver/ Guide Gratuity and Tips
Day 1: Nairobi –Lake Nakuru National Park (200 kms – 3.5 hrs drive)
Your safari will start with a pick-up at your Nairobi Hotel. After a brief meet and greet, our office representative will hand you over to your driver guide. You will drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.
You will later arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch. Check-in at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp. Freshen up and proceed for a hot lunch.
At around 4 pm, after having some time to relax, you will head for an afternoon game drive.
This park is renowned for hosting thousands, sometimes millions, of flamingos, hundreds of black and white rhinos, and highly endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Also, it has the best scenery and opportunity to see Makalia Waterfall.
After the game drive, you will camp to the lodge to freshen up and proceed for a freshly prepared dinner.
Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park –Masai Mara National Reserve (320 kms – 5.5 hrs drive)
After breakfast, you will check out at the lodge and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Reserves
You will arrive at Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch. Check-in at Sentrim Mara Lodge. Have some time to rest after having some hot lunch.
Around 4 pm, proceed for an afternoon game drive. Masai Mara is the highlight of every safari in Kenya. Reserve has the highest concentration of wildlife in Kenya. All the Big Five can easily be spotted together with many other animals.
After the game drive, we will head back to the lodge to freshen up and enjoy dinner. Have overnight at the camp.
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
Today’s program is also very flexible; you can choose among three options.
Option 1: Breakfast and exit the lodge with a packed lunch for another whole day game drive at the Mara Reserve, searching for the Big 5 and other animals.
Option 2: You may opt to have an early morning game drive in search of the big cat and the killings, return for breakfast, freshen up and spend the rest of the mid-morning at your leisure, either swimming in the pool or just relaxing. Later have lunch and proceed for the evening game drive around 4 pm, searching for Big five and other animals.
Option 3: Go on for optional hot air balloon ride (USD 450pp) in the early morning, followed by mid-morning game drives before driving to the lodge for lunch. Later have an afternoon game drive together with an optional Masai village visit. (USD 30pp)
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Masai Mara National Reserve-Lake Naivasha (300km-5 hrs drive)
After breakfast, you will exit the lodge and drive to Lake Naivasha.
You will arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for lunch and check inn at Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp.
Around 3 Pm, After Lunch and relaxing at the resort, you will depart for Hippo Boat Ride and Crescent Island animal sanctuary walking tour.
Hippo Boat Ride: Lake Naivasha is one of Africa’s most renowned fresh water lakes and a boat safari ride here allows you to spot Hippo and numerous Bird species. In terms of wildlife the lake is home to over a thousand protected Hippo and the shores of the lake also host small numbers of Giraffe, Zebra, Waterbuck and the odd eland and wildebeest. A Lake Naivasha Boat ride is therefore an exciting yet relaxing lake safari experience with plenty of interesting sights to enjoy.
You will later proceed for a walk in the Crescent Island Animal Sanctuary. The Crescent Island Game Sanctuary is one of Kenya’s most picturesque reserves and is frequently referred to as Naivasha’s best-kept secret. Surrounded by water, the peninsula-shaped sanctuary is presently only reachable by boat from either the East or West side. Perfect for Wildlife Watching, Bird Enthusiasts, and all fans of the wilderness.
You will later drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Lake Naivasha-Amboseli National Park (350km-6 hrs drive)
After breakfast, you will exit the camp and drive to Amboseli National Park.
You will arrive at Amboseli National Park in time for lunch. Check in at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge and have a hot lunch.
About Amboseli National Park: The savannah grassland ecosystem is spread across the Kenya-Tanzania border. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to over 1600 free-ranging elephants and other wildlife species. Other park attractions include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and have a spectacular view of Mount Kilimanjaro. Also, you will get the best snapshots of the unique African sunset and sunrise.
After Lunch proceed for the evening Game drive then back to the Hotel.
Day 6: Amboseli National Park
Today’s program is also very flexible; you can choose between the below two options.
Option 1: Breakfast and exit the camp with packed lunch for a whole day game drive at the Park, searching for the Big 5 and other animals.
Option 2: You may opt to have an early morning game drive in search of other wildlife, return for breakfast, freshen up and spend the rest of the mid-morning at your leisure, either swimming in the pool or just relaxing. Later have lunch and proceed for the evening game drive around 4 pm, searching for Big five and other animals.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Amboseli National Park– Nairobi (250 kms- 4 hrs drive)
After breakfast, you will exit the lodge and head back to Nairobi.
Some Nairobi excursions are; a visit to the Giraffe Center, Visit to Maasai Market, and a dinner at the famous Carnivore Restaurant for meat lovers, etc.
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