8 Days 7 Nights Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli Safari

8 Day Kenya Safari Overview

Experience five of Kenya’s most distinctive wildlife and scenic destinations on this 8-day Kenya safari from Nairobi. Begin at Ol Pejeta Conservancy for rhinos, chimpanzees, and conservation-focused game viewing, then continue to Lake Nakuru, the Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and finally Amboseli National Park.

This is a private mid-range safari with a customized 4×4 Land Cruiser reserved exclusively for your party. The itinerary includes seven nights of selected lodge and tented-camp accommodation, standard park and conservancy fees, scheduled private game drives, a Lake Naivasha boat safari, Crescent Island guided walk and meals listed in the itinerary.

The route works particularly well for first-time visitors, couples, families and private groups who want a broad Kenya experience without adding internal flights or squeezing too many destinations into the eight days.

Safari Highlights

• 8 days / 7 nights from Nairobi
• 1 night at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• 1 night at Lake Nakuru
• 2 nights in the Masai Mara
• 1 night at Lake Naivasha
• 2 nights in Amboseli
• Private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser
• Ol Pejeta afternoon game drive
• Chimpanzee sanctuary visit
• Lake Nakuru rhino-viewing opportunities
• Masai Mara afternoon and full-day game drives
• Lake Naivasha boat safari
• Crescent Island guided nature walk
• Amboseli afternoon and full-day game drives
• Selected mid-range lodges and tented camps
• Standard park and conservancy fees included
• Meals as listed in the itinerary
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Bottled drinking water
• Nairobi pickup and drop-off
• Kenyan Citizen, Resident and Non-Resident rates available
• Accommodation and experience upgrades available

Safari at a Glance

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations: Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli
Start & End: Nairobi
Safari Style: Private Mid-Range Safari
Vehicle: Private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser
Ol Pejeta: 1 Night
Lake Nakuru: 1 Night
Masai Mara: 2 Nights
Lake Naivasha: 1 Night
Amboseli: 2 Nights
Accommodation: Mid-range lodges and tented camps
Meals: As listed in the itinerary
Naivasha Activities: Boat safari + Crescent Island guided walk
Park & Conservancy Fees: Included for the standard itinerary
Starting Price: From USD 1,950 pp sharing
Price Basis: 6–7 guests on selected low-season departures
Kenyan Citizen Rate: From KES 159,500 pp sharing
Private Safari: Yes
Customization: Available before confirmation

Safari Route

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

This order creates a practical overland circuit. You first travel north into the central highlands, continue into the Rift Valley, move southwest to the Masai Mara, return through Lake Naivasha and then finish south of Nairobi in Amboseli.

The longest transfer is Lake Naivasha to Amboseli. Therefore, the standard itinerary does not try to combine Hell’s Gate with that transfer, which would make an already long road day unnecessarily busy.

Why Choose This 8 Day Safari?

This itinerary provides exceptional variety without repeating the same safari environment each day. Ol Pejeta introduces conservation, rhinos and chimpanzees; Lake Nakuru adds a compact Rift Valley wildlife sanctuary; the Masai Mara provides the main big-cat and savannah experience; Lake Naivasha adds water and walking activities; and Amboseli finishes the journey with elephants and views towards Mount Kilimanjaro when the weather is clear.

The private Land Cruiser also remains with your party throughout the journey. As a result, you have more flexibility over photography stops, comfort breaks and game-drive pacing than travelers on a group-joining safari.

Wildlife and Conservation Experience

Ol Pejeta is particularly strong for rhino conservation and also provides opportunities to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes and other wildlife. Its standard conservancy entry includes access to the chimpanzee sanctuary, while specialist conservation activities can be added separately.

Lake Nakuru offers further opportunities to see both black and white rhinos, along with Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, waterbucks and varied birdlife. Flamingos may occur along the shoreline, although their numbers naturally change with lake conditions.

The Masai Mara also offers opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and other plains wildlife. Finally, Amboseli is especially known for large elephant herds and wetlands. Wildlife and migration movements remain natural, so specific sightings and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.

Accommodation

The standard package uses selected mid-range lodge and tented-camp accommodation with en-suite rooms or safari tents.

Ol Pejeta – Sweetwaters Serena Camp or Similar

Spend one night at Sweetwaters Serena Camp or a comparable mid-range property serving Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The accommodation provides an en-suite safari stay with convenient access to the conservancy’s wildlife and conservation experiences.

Lake Nakuru – Lake Nakuru Lodge or Similar

Spend one night at Lake Nakuru Lodge or a comparable mid-range property in the Lake Nakuru safari circuit. The location provides a comfortable base for the afternoon wildlife experience.

Masai Mara – Mara Sopa Lodge or Similar

Spend two nights at Mara Sopa Lodge or a comparable mid-range property. The two-night stay allows an afternoon arrival game drive, followed by one full private safari day.

Lake Naivasha – Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or Similar

Spend one night at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or a comparable lakeside property. The stay provides a convenient base for the included boat safari and Crescent Island nature walk.

Amboseli – Kibo Safari Camp or Similar

Spend two nights at Kibo Safari Camp or a comparable mid-range tented property near Amboseli National Park. Two nights provide enough time for an arrival wildlife experience and one complete safari day.

Accommodation remains subject to availability. Tunza Tours will confirm the exact properties before payment and will explain any material change in accommodation standard or price before making a substitution.

Transportation

The standard package includes a private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for the complete eight-day journey.

Your vehicle remains exclusively with your traveling party, while the professional driver-guide handles the road transfers and private game drives. The Land Cruiser provides good ground clearance and wildlife visibility across the different parks and conservancies.

Because luggage space remains limited, particularly for larger groups, we recommend soft-sided travel bags instead of large hard-shell suitcases.

8 Day Kenya Safari Price

From USD 1,950 Per Person Sharing

The lowest advertised rate applies when 6–7 guests travel together in one private 4×4 Land Cruiser on selected low-season dates.

Smaller groups pay a higher per-person rate because fewer travelers share the private vehicle, fuel and driver-guide costs.

Non-Resident Private Safari Rates

Low Season: April–May
Regular Season: January–March, June and selected November–December dates
Peak Season: July–October
Christmas & New Year: On Request

Rates apply per person sharing accommodation. Exact pricing depends on travel dates, confirmed accommodation, room arrangements and traveler category.

Kenyan Citizen Rates

Kenyan citizen rates start from:

From KES 159,500 per person sharing

for 6–7 travelers on selected low-season dates.

Eligible residents receive separate quotations according to the park and accommodation rates that apply to their residency category.

What Your Quotation Will Confirm

Before payment, Tunza Tours will confirm the exact accommodation, room arrangement, private Land Cruiser, applicable park and conservancy fees, Lake Naivasha activities, meals and final safari price.

Optional Activities and Upgrades

Northern White Rhino Experience

Add a specialist Ol Pejeta visit to see the last northern white rhinos under the conservancy’s managed conservation program. Advance booking is recommended.

Masai Mara Hot-Air Balloon Safari

Add a sunrise balloon safari during the Masai Mara stay, subject to availability and weather conditions.

Maasai Cultural Experience

We can arrange a community visit during the Masai Mara section at an additional cost.

Hell’s Gate National Park

Travelers who want cycling, walking, or geothermal scenery can add Hell’s Gate. However, we recommend adding an extra night in Naivasha rather than making Day 6 unnecessarily rushed.

Accommodation Upgrade

Higher-end Ol Pejeta camps, Lake Nakuru properties, Masai Mara camps, Naivasha resorts and Amboseli lodges can be quoted separately.

Masai Mara Fly-Out

A scheduled flight can replace selected road transfers for travelers who want to reduce driving time. The final quotation will reflect the chosen flight arrangement.

Best Time to Travel

This safari operates throughout the year. January to March generally offers warm, relatively dry conditions across much of the route, while April and May bring greener landscapes, fewer visitors, and the lowest starting prices.

July to October is the busiest period in the Masai Mara and overlaps with the broader migration season. However, accommodation demand and Mara reserve fees also rise significantly during this period. November and early December can provide greener scenery and fewer visitors, although weather conditions vary.

Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli remain rewarding throughout the year. Mount Kilimanjaro visibility, flamingo numbers and individual wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

What to Carry

• Passport or valid identification
• Residency documents when using 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 if available
• Power bank
• Personal medication
• Reusable water bottle
• Travel insurance information
• Light rain jacket during wetter months

Good to Know Before Booking

This is a private safari, so your Land Cruiser remains exclusively with your traveling party. However, park regulations, wildlife movements, road conditions and weather still influence game-drive routes and daily timings.

The safari covers five destinations in eight days, creating excellent variety but also including several road transfers. Day 6, from Lake Naivasha to Amboseli, is the longest journey, so travelers who prefer a slower pace may want to add an extra night.

Standard Ol Pejeta entry includes the chimpanzee sanctuary, but specialist conservation experiences remain optional. Similarly, the standard Lake Naivasha boat safari and Crescent Island walk are included, while Hell’s Gate remains optional.

Booking and Payment

To receive an accurate quotation, provide your preferred travel dates, number of adults, children’s ages, nationality or residency category and room preference.

Because this is a private safari, group size directly affects the per-person rate. The USD 1,950 starting price applies to 6–7 guests traveling together on selected low-season dates and is not the standard two-person rate.

Before payment, Tunza Tours will confirm the accommodation, private Land Cruiser, park and conservancy fees, Lake Naivasha activities, room arrangements and complete safari price in writing.

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 deposit and cancellation requirements.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does the 8-day Kenya safari cost?

Rates start from USD 1,950 per person sharing for 6–7 travelers on selected low-season dates. A two-person private safari starts from approximately USD 2,595 per person.

2. Is this a private safari?

Yes. The standard revised package includes a private customized 4×4 Land Cruiser exclusively for your traveling party.

3. What accommodation is included?

The standard package includes selected mid-range lodges and tented camps such as Sweetwaters Serena, Lake Nakuru Lodge, Mara Sopa Lodge, Lake Naivasha Sopa, and Kibo Safari Camp, or comparable alternatives.

4. Are park fees included?

Yes. Standard park and conservancy fees required for the confirmed itinerary are included.

5. Is the Ol Pejeta chimpanzee sanctuary included?

Yes. Standard Ol Pejeta entry includes access to the chimpanzee sanctuary during operating hours.

6. Is the northern white rhino experience included?

No. The specialist northern white rhino experience is an optional activity and carries an additional fee.

7. How many nights are spent in the Masai Mara?

Two nights, providing an arrival-afternoon game drive and one full-day private safari.

8. Is there a game drive in the Mara on Day 5?

No. The standard itinerary leaves after breakfast, so the safari avoids another Mara reserve entry and has enough time for the Naivasha activities.

9. Is the Lake Naivasha boat safari included?

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

10. Is Hell’s Gate included?

No. Hell’s Gate remains optional because including it on Day 6 would make the long journey to Amboseli unnecessarily rushed.

11. How much time do we spend in Amboseli?

Two nights, providing an arrival wildlife experience when timing allows and one full private safari day.

12. Is there an Amboseli game drive on Day 8?

Not in the standard package. This keeps the return to Nairobi more reliable and avoids adding another park entry to the advertised price.

13. Are Kenyan citizen rates available?

Yes. Rates start from approximately KES 159,500 pp for larger private groups on selected low-season dates.

14. Can children join?

Yes. Child rates depend on age, room arrangements and the applicable park or conservancy fee category.

15. Can solo travelers book?

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

16. Can we see the Big Five?

The itinerary offers excellent opportunities to see all members of the Big Five across Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara, but no individual wildlife sighting can be guaranteed.

17. Can we see the Great Migration?

Migration herds may enter the Masai Mara during parts of the broader migration season, but exact timing, location and river crossings depend on natural conditions.

18. Can the safari be upgraded?

Yes. Tunza Tours can arrange higher-end accommodation, specialist Ol Pejeta activities, a balloon safari, private dining experiences or selected fly-in sectors.

Why Book With Tunza Tours?

This eight-day itinerary combines conservation, classic savannah game viewing, Rift Valley lakes and Amboseli’s elephant country without adding unnecessary destinations. The route also follows a practical overland sequence from Ol Pejeta through the Rift Valley and Masai Mara, then finishes in Amboseli.

The revised package clearly outlines the private 4×4 Land Cruiser, accommodation level, included Naivasha activities, park fees, and the group-size basis of the advertised price before payment.

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

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Send Tunza Tours your preferred dates, number of travelers, children’s ages, nationality or residency category and room preference.

The team will confirm your private 4×4 Land Cruiser, accommodation, park fees, activities, and correct group-size price before payment.

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