Arrival in Nairobi & Amboseli
Arrive in Nairobi and travel south to Amboseli, known for its large elephant herds and iconic views toward Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy game drives across the open plains and wetlands.
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WILDLIFE HOLIDAYS
The Classic Luxury Kenya Safari
A refined Kenya safari linking Nairobi, Amboseli’s elephant country and the legendary Maasai Mara for classic wildlife viewing, cultural encounters and exceptional wilderness stays.
LETZPLAN OFFBEAT · AFRICADuration7 Days / 6 Nights
Start / EndNairobi, Kenya → Nairobi, Kenya
Best WindowJuly – October
Journey StyleLuxury Wildlife Safari
OVERVIEW
From Kilimanjaro views to the Maasai Mara.
Kenya brings together open savannahs, dramatic mountain backdrops and some of East Africa’s most celebrated wildlife landscapes. This journey combines Amboseli’s elephant-rich plains with the Maasai Mara, adding expert guiding, optional ballooning, bush dining and opportunities for cultural encounters along the way.
HIGHLIGHTS
Big Five country, open skies and classic safari moments.
Track the Big Five
Track the legendary Big Five with expert naturalist guides
Safari from the Skies
Experience a sunrise hot-air-balloon safari over the plains of the Maasai Mara National Reserve
The Great Migration Spectacle
Witness the Great Migration when seasonal conditions bring the herds into the Maasai Mara
Dining in the Wild
Enjoy bush breakfasts, sundowners and private wilderness dining
Maasai Culture Encounters
Meet local Maasai communities and learn about traditions and daily life
BEST TIME TO TRAVELJuly – October
This period generally brings dry conditions and strong wildlife viewing in the Maasai Mara, with the Great Migration potentially present depending on the season.
IDEAL TIME TO VISIT
Travel during Kenya’s classic safari season.
July through October is a popular period for the Maasai Mara, when dry conditions can make wildlife easier to spot and seasonal migration activity may add another dimension to the safari.
- Strong game-viewing conditions in the Maasai Mara
- Seasonal Great Migration opportunities
- Excellent conditions for game drives and ballooning
- Cooler early mornings and evenings call for light layers
ITINERARY
Seven days through Kenya’s iconic safari landscapes.
The journey begins in Nairobi, moves into Amboseli and the Maasai Mara, then returns to Nairobi for your international departure.
Maasai Mara Safari
Fly to the Maasai Mara for morning and afternoon game drives. Look for the Big Five and other wildlife, with an optional hot-air-balloon safari and seasonal opportunities to witness the Great Migration.
Return to Nairobi
Return to Nairobi and settle into your hotel. Use the evening to relax after your safari or arrange a final city experience before departure.
Departure from Nairobi
Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international journey.
KENYA SAFARI
Wildlife, savannah and mountain horizons.
A selection of imagery presented within LetzPlan’s Offbeat visual language.
WHERE TO STAY
Selected luxury safari stays.
Accommodation is confirmed according to the selected departure, routing and availability, with stays chosen to complement the safari experience.
Angama Amboseli or Elewana Tortilis Camp
Amboseli, Kenya
Luxury safari accommodation positioned for Amboseli game viewing and expansive views of the surrounding landscape.
Nairobi Serena Hotel
Nairobi, Kenya
A comfortable Nairobi base for the beginning or final night of the safari, subject to routing and availability.
Angama Mara or Elewana Sand River Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Elegant Mara accommodation providing a refined base for game drives and wildlife experiences.
Final properties, room categories, nights and camp configuration are confirmed during enquiry and may vary by departure, routing and availability.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
A safari shaped by wildlife and seasonal conditions.
Game drives and activities follow local wildlife conditions, park regulations and seasonal access. Optional experiences such as hot-air ballooning are subject to availability and weather.
Wildlife is naturally variable
Animal sightings and Great Migration activity cannot be guaranteed and vary with season, weather and wildlife movement.
Safari logistics
Road and bush-flight transfers may be used between regions. Baggage limits, schedules and final routing are confirmed with the selected departure.
START PLANNING
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Tell us your preferred travel window, number of travellers and safari interests. We’ll help shape the right combination of Nairobi, Amboseli and the Maasai Mara.