10 Days 9 Nights Kenya Private Safari – Amboseli, Naivasha, Ol Pejeta, Nakuru & Masai Mara

10 Day Kenya Private Safari Overview

Experience five distinctive Kenya safari destinations on this 10-day Kenya private safari from Nairobi. Begin with the elephant-rich landscapes of Amboseli before traveling through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha. Continue north to Ol Pejeta Conservancy for rhino conservation and varied wildlife, then visit Lake Nakuru before ending with three nights in the Masai Mara.

The itinerary combines nine nights of selected mid-range accommodation with private transport in a customized 4×4 Land Cruiser. It also includes scheduled game drives, standard park and conservancy fees, meals listed in the itinerary, a Lake Naivasha boat safari and Crescent Island guided walk.

Two nights in Amboseli, two in Ol Pejeta and three in the Masai Mara give you meaningful wildlife time rather than treating every destination as a quick stop. The safari suits couples, families, friends and small private groups, with separate rates available for Kenyan citizens, eligible residents and international travelers.

Safari Highlights

• 10 days / 9 nights from Nairobi
• 2 nights in Amboseli
• 1 night at Lake Naivasha
• 2 nights at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• 1 night at Lake Nakuru
• 3 nights in the Masai Mara
• Private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser
• Full-day Amboseli game drive
• Lake Naivasha boat safari
• Crescent Island guided nature walk
• Two days at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit
• Lake Nakuru rhino-viewing opportunities
• Masai Mara afternoon game drive
• Two full Masai Mara safari days
• Standard park and conservancy fees included
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Meals as detailed in the itinerary
• Bottled drinking water
• Private Nairobi pickup and drop-off
• Resident and non-resident rates available

Safari at a Glance

Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Destinations: Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
Start & End: Nairobi
Safari Style: Private Mid-Range Safari
Vehicle: Private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser
Amboseli: 2 Nights
Lake Naivasha: 1 Night
Ol Pejeta: 2 Nights
Lake Nakuru: 1 Night
Masai Mara: 3 Nights
Naivasha Activities: Boat safari + Crescent Island guided walk
Accommodation: Selected mid-range lodges and tented camps
Meals: As listed by day
Park & Conservancy Fees: Included for the standard itinerary
Starting Price: From USD 2,395 pp sharing
Price Basis: 6-7 travelers on selected low-season dates
Kenyan Citizen Rate: From KES 189,500 pp sharing
Private Safari: Yes
Customization: Available before confirmation

Safari Route

Nairobi → Amboseli → Lake Naivasha → Ol Pejeta Conservancy → Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara → Nairobi

This route uses Lake Naivasha to break the longer journey between southern Kenya and the Laikipia region. From Ol Pejeta, the safari then moves southwest through Lake Nakuru towards the Masai Mara.

Driving times remain approximate because traffic, weather, road conditions, park gates and accommodation locations can affect the schedule.

Why Choose This 10 Day Kenya Safari?

Ten days allows you to experience more than Kenya’s headline wildlife parks. Amboseli introduces elephants and Kilimanjaro scenery, while Lake Naivasha gives you a break from vehicle-based game drives through a boat safari and nature walk.

Ol Pejeta adds a strong conservation element and two nights rather than a rushed overnight stop. Lake Nakuru then provides another distinct habitat before the final three nights in the Masai Mara, where you have an arrival-afternoon game drive and two complete wildlife days.

Because this is a private safari, the Land Cruiser remains dedicated to your party throughout the journey. That gives you greater flexibility with comfort stops and wildlife-viewing time while still following park regulations and operating hours.

Wildlife Experience

Amboseli is especially known for its elephant herds, wetlands and possible views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Wildlife may also include buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, hyenas and numerous bird species.

Ol Pejeta combines wildlife viewing with conservation experiences. In addition to rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and predators, the itinerary includes a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Lake Nakuru adds another important rhino-viewing destination, along with Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, waterbucks, baboons, and varied birdlife.

The Masai Mara provides the broadest classic savannah experience on the route. You may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, and other plains species. Seasonal migration activity occurs during parts of the year, but wildlife movements and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.

Accommodation

The standard safari uses selected mid-range lodges and tented camps with private bathroom facilities and meals according to the itinerary.

Amboseli – Kibo Safari Camp or Similar

Spend two nights in the Amboseli area at Kibo Safari Camp or a comparable mid-range property. The camp provides en-suite safari accommodation and convenient access to Amboseli National Park.

Lake Naivasha – Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp or Similar

Spend one night near Lake Naivasha. The location works well for the included boat safari and Crescent Island experience while also breaking the journey towards central Kenya.

Ol Pejeta – Sweetwaters Serena Camp or Similar

Spend two nights in the Ol Pejeta area at Sweetwaters Serena Camp’s standard accommodation or a comparable property. The location gives you convenient access to the conservancy’s game-viewing and conservation experiences.

Lake Nakuru – Lake Nakuru Lodge or Similar

Spend one night in or near Lake Nakuru National Park. The preferred property provides comfortable en-suite accommodation and a convenient base after the day’s wildlife viewing.

Masai Mara – Mara Leisure Camp or Similar

Spend your final three safari nights at Mara Leisure Camp or a comparable mid-range tented camp in the Masai Mara area. Three nights provide enough time for an afternoon arrival drive, followed by two full wildlife days.

All properties remain subject to availability. Tunza Tours will confirm the accommodation before payment and will explain any comparable substitution or price difference before making a change.

Transportation

The standard package includes a private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing and photography.

The vehicle remains exclusively with your party throughout the safari. Your driver-guide handles both the longer road transfers and wildlife-viewing drives, giving you continuity throughout the journey.

Although the vehicle is private, park regulations, road conditions, safety requirements and wildlife activity still determine the final game-drive routes. Soft-sided luggage is recommended because vehicle storage space remains limited.

10 Day Kenya Private Safari Price

From USD 2,395 Per Person Sharing

The lowest advertised rate applies when 6-7 travelers share one private 4×4 Land Cruiser on selected low-season departures.

Private safari pricing changes with group size because the Land Cruiser, fuel and driver-guide costs are divided among the travelers using the vehicle.

Non-Resident Private Safari Rates

Christmas, New Year and other festive dates are quoted separately.

Rates are per person sharing accommodation and apply to the standard mid-range itinerary on this page. Your final quotation depends on exact travel dates, confirmed accommodation, room arrangements and traveler category.

Kenyan Citizen and Resident Rates

Kenyan citizen rates start from approximately KES 189,500 per person sharing when 6–7 travelers share one private safari vehicle on selected low-season dates.

Smaller groups receive a customized rate because fewer travelers share the vehicle and guide costs. Eligible Kenya and EAC residents also receive dedicated quotations based on the park, conservancy and accommodation rates applicable to their category.

Tunza Tours does not simply convert the international USD rate into Kenyan shillings.

What Your Quotation Will Confirm

Before payment, Tunza Tours will clearly confirm:

• Total safari price
• Number of travelers
• Private 4×4 Land Cruiser
• Accommodation properties
• Room arrangement
• Park and conservancy fees
• Lake Naivasha activities
• Meal plan
• Game-drive schedule
• Optional activities
• Applicable seasonal supplements

Optional Activities

Ol Pejeta Night Game Drive

Ol Pejeta offers opportunities for wildlife viewing after dark. You can add a night game drive at an extra cost, subject to availability and conservancy regulations.

Masai Mara Hot-Air Balloon Safari

Add an early-morning balloon flight over the Masai Mara at additional cost. Flights depend on weather and availability, so we recommend booking in advance.

Maasai Cultural Visit

Tunza Tours can arrange a respectful cultural visit in the Masai Mara or Amboseli region. The experience is optional and costs extra unless listed in your quotation.

Hell’s Gate National Park

Travelers interested in cycling, walking or the volcanic scenery around Hell’s Gate can request an adapted Naivasha schedule. Tunza Tours will adjust the itinerary rather than overcrowding Day 3.

Accommodation Upgrade

You can request higher-category accommodation at any destination. Tunza Tours will confirm the additional cost before booking.

Masai Mara Fly-Out

A scheduled flight from the Masai Mara to Nairobi can replace the Day 10 road transfer at additional cost.

Best Time to Travel

This safari operates throughout the year. January to March generally offers warm and relatively dry conditions, while April and May bring greener landscapes, fewer safari vehicles and some of the year’s strongest accommodation value.

July to October is the busiest period, particularly in the Masai Mara, because travelers visit during the broader migration season. However, rainfall, grazing conditions and animal movement determine the exact location of the herds.

November and early December can provide greener scenery and rewarding general wildlife viewing. Christmas and New Year usually attract higher accommodation rates and require earlier booking.

What to Carry

• Passport or valid identification
• Residency documents when booking a resident rate
• Soft-sided travel bag
• Small day bag
• Lightweight safari clothing
• Warm jacket or fleece
• Comfortable closed shoes
• Hat and sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera or smartphone
• Binoculars
• Power bank
• Personal medication
• Reusable water bottle
• Travel-insurance details

Good to Know Before Booking

This safari covers a substantial part of Kenya by road. Day 3 between Amboseli and Lake Naivasha is the longest transfer, so travelers should expect several hours in the vehicle. Other transfers are deliberately arranged to break the overall journey into manageable stages.

The private Land Cruiser remains dedicated to your party, but park regulations, weather, road conditions and wildlife movements still determine the final schedule.

Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Mount Kilimanjaro may be obscured by cloud, flamingo numbers at Lake Nakuru vary, and migration river crossings are unpredictable.

If you arrive in Nairobi on the same day the safari starts, share your flight time before booking. A late arrival may require an overnight in Nairobi before Day 1.

Booking and Payment

To receive an accurate quotation, provide your preferred travel dates, number of travelers, children’s ages, nationality or residency status and room requirements.

Because this is a private safari, group size directly affects the per-person price. Tunza Tours will calculate the correct rate for your party rather than applying the lowest advertised 6–7-person rate to every booking.

Your quotation will clearly confirm accommodation, vehicle, park and conservancy fees, meals, Naivasha activities and any optional experiences before payment.

Once we receive the required payment, Tunza Tours will issue a written booking confirmation with your accommodation details and final pickup arrangements.

Cancellation and Changes

Cancellation and amendment conditions depend on your travel dates, confirmed accommodation and supplier policies. Peak, migration and festive bookings may have stricter payment and cancellation terms.

Tunza Tours will provide the applicable conditions before payment. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does the 10-day Kenya private safari cost?

The safari starts from USD 2,395 per person when 6-7 travelers share one private Land Cruiser on selected low-season dates. A private low-season safari for two guests starts from approximately USD 3,195 per person.

2. Why does the price change with group size?

The Land Cruiser, guide and fuel are major fixed costs. When more travelers share the same private vehicle, the cost per person decreases.

3. Is this a private safari?

Yes. Your party has exclusive use of a customized 4×4 Land Cruiser with a dedicated driver-guide.

4. Are park and conservancy fees included?

Yes. Standard fees required for the confirmed itinerary are included unless your quotation specifically states otherwise.

5. Are Kenyan citizen rates available?

Yes. Kenyan citizen rates start from approximately KES 189,500 per person for larger private groups on selected low-season departures.

6. Where will we stay?

Preferred properties include Kibo Safari Camp, Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp, Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Lake Nakuru Lodge and Mara Leisure Camp or comparable mid-range alternatives.

7. How many nights are spent in each destination?

The itinerary includes two nights in Amboseli, one at Lake Naivasha, two at Ol Pejeta, one at Lake Nakuru and three in the Masai Mara.

8. Is the Lake Naivasha boat safari included?

Yes. The standard package includes a boat safari and a guided nature walk on Crescent Island.

9. What is included at Ol Pejeta?

The standard itinerary includes wildlife drives and a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. You can add specialist activities separately.

10. Is an Ol Pejeta night drive included?

No. I recommend keeping it optional so the starting price stays competitive and customers pay only if they want the experience.

11. How many Masai Mara game drives are included?

The package includes an afternoon game drive on Day 7 and full-day private drives on Days 8 and 9.

12. Is there a Masai Mara game drive on Day 10?

No standard Day 10 game drive is included. This avoids another reserve entry fee and allows a more reliable return to Nairobi.

13. Can children join this safari?

Yes. Child rates depend on age, room arrangements and applicable park or conservancy fees. Provide each child’s age when requesting your quotation.

14. Can solo travelers book?

Yes. However, solo pricing is higher because one traveler carries the private vehicle and single-room costs.

15. Can we see the Big Five?

The itinerary provides strong opportunities to encounter many of Kenya’s best-known wildlife species, including members of the Big Five. Specific sightings cannot be guaranteed.

16. Can we see the Great Migration?

Seasonal wildebeest movements may occur in the Masai Mara during the broader migration period. Exact herd locations and river crossings vary naturally.

17. Can we customize the safari?

Yes. You can adjust accommodation, activities, travel pace, and selected destinations before confirming the booking.

18. Can we add a beach holiday?

Yes. Tunza Tours can extend the itinerary to Diani, Mombasa, Watamu, Lamu or Zanzibar after the safari.

Why Book With Tunza Tours?

This itinerary combines Kenya’s southern wildlife landscapes, Rift Valley lakes, Ol Pejeta’s conservation experience and three nights in the Masai Mara without reducing each destination to a simple checklist.

The package also provides a private 4×4 Land Cruiser, transparent group-size pricing, named mid-range accommodation and standard park fees. Before payment, Tunza Tours confirms the complete itinerary and price so you know exactly what your safari includes.

Tunza Tours operates in Kenya under a Tourism Regulatory Authority License.

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We’ll confirm your accommodation, private 4×4 Land Cruiser, and the correct group-size price before payment.

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