Quick Facts
| Duration | 7 days, 6 nights |
|---|---|
| Start / End | Mombasa (or coast hotel pickup) |
| Parks Covered | Tsavo East, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara |
| Style | Private safari — your own vehicle and guide |
| Vehicle | Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof |
| Group Size | Private safari, 2–6 people per vehicle |
| Price From | USD 1,850–3,350 pp (season-dependent, 2–6 people sharing) |
| Best For | First-time Kenya visitors, coast-based travellers wanting an inland safari add-on, and photographers wanting more time per park |
This 7-day private safari covers four of Kenya's best parks in one trip. Starting from Mombasa, you'll drive to Tsavo East for red-dust elephants, then Amboseli for Kilimanjaro views, then Lake Nakuru for rhino and flamingos, and finish in the Masai Mara for Big Five game drives.
You travel in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with your own driver-guide. No group tours, no shared vans, no fixed strangers in your vehicle. This itinerary suits first-time Kenya visitors, coast-based travellers who want an inland safari add-on, and photographers who want more time per park than a rushed group circuit allows.
Safari Highlights
- 7 days / 6 nights across four parks
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Tsavo East's red-dust elephants and large buffalo herds
- Amboseli's elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro views
- Lake Nakuru's rhino sanctuary and flamingo populations
- Masai Mara Big Five game drives
- Starts and ends in Mombasa — no separate Nairobi leg needed
- Fly out of the Mara instead of driving back, if you're short on time
- Can extend with a beach stay before or after the safari
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Mombasa – Tsavo East National Park
Pick-up from your Mombasa or coast hotel. Drive to Tsavo East, approximately 4–5 hours, via Buchuma Gate.
Afternoon game drive en route to your lodge. Dinner and overnight in Tsavo East.
Day 2: Full-Day Tsavo East National Park
Full day in the park with morning and afternoon game drives.
Look for Tsavo's red elephants, lions, and large buffalo herds. Overnight in Tsavo East.
Day 3: Tsavo East – Amboseli National Park
Morning game drive, then breakfast and check-out. Drive to Amboseli, approximately 4–5 hours.
Afternoon game drive with Mount Kilimanjaro as backdrop. Overnight in Amboseli.
Day 4: Full-Day Amboseli National Park
Full day of game viewing. The best window for Kilimanjaro photos is early morning, before clouds build.
Large elephant herds, plus buffalo, giraffe, and zebra. Overnight in Amboseli.
Day 5: Amboseli – Lake Nakuru National Park
Early breakfast, then a long drive via Nairobi to Lake Nakuru, approximately 7–8 hours total, with a lunch stop in Nairobi.
Afternoon arrival and a short evening drive if time allows. Overnight in Nakuru.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
Morning game drive in Nakuru for rhino, flamingos, and lion. Drive to the Masai Mara, approximately 5–6 hours, through the Rift Valley escarpment.
Afternoon game drive on arrival. Overnight in the Mara.
Day 7: Masai Mara – Mombasa
Early morning game drive. Breakfast, then drive or fly to Nairobi for a connecting flight to Mombasa.
Optional Add-Ons
Flying out of the Mara is faster and recommended if your schedule is tight, and gives you a full last game drive rather than a long drive-out day.
Tour Cost & Pricing
Private safari in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, per person, sharing. Rates vary by season and group size — smaller groups pay more per person because vehicle and guide costs are split fewer ways.
Season Guide
- Low SeasonApril, May, November
- High SeasonJanuary–March, June, October, December
- Peak SeasonJuly–September
Private Land Cruiser Safari Rates (Per Person Sharing)
| Season | 2 People | 4 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | $2,450 | $2,050 | $1,850 |
| High Season | $2,850 | $2,350 | $2,100 |
| Peak Season | $3,350 | $2,750 | $2,450 |
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, driver-guide, and fuel
- All park entrance fees (Tsavo East, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara)
- 6 nights' accommodation, full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off within Mombasa
Excluded
- International and domestic flights (Mara–Nairobi–Mombasa, if flying out)
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for driver-guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and premium drinks
- Optional activities (hot air balloon, Maasai village visits, night game drives)
- Personal expenses
Getting There
This safari starts and ends in Mombasa. Fly into Moi International Airport (MBA) or arrive by road/rail if you're already on the coast. We pick you up directly from your hotel in Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, or Watamu — transfer time varies by location.
Route Map
Returning from the Masai Mara
For the return leg from the Masai Mara, you have two options: drive back to Nairobi and connect to Mombasa by flight, or drive the full route back, which adds 1–2 days. Ask us about extending to 8 or 9 days if you'd rather skip the flight.
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