5–7 days · Nairobi itinerary
Kenya Safari Circuit from Nairobi: 5–7 Days
For the full East African safari, a multi-park circuit from Nairobi takes in the Rift Valley lakes, the Maasai Mara and Amboseli. Here is how to spend 5–7 days across Kenya’s great parks — with the best-rated safaris to book.
At a glance
- 1Lake Nakuru
- 2Lake Naivasha
- 3Maasai Mara
- 4Amboseli & Kilimanjaro
The Rift Valley lakes
Begin with Lake Nakuru’s flamingos and rhinos and Lake Naivasha’s hippo boat trips and Crescent Island walking safari.
The Maasai Mara
Spend several days in the Mara for the Big Five and, in season, the Great Migration, with optional Maasai village visits.
Amboseli and Kilimanjaro
Finish at Amboseli for its great elephant herds framed by the snows of Kilimanjaro before returning to Nairobi.
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