Samburu – Mara – Amboseli Safari Classic (10 Days)
Samburu – Mara – Amboseli Safari Classic (10 Days) is a detailed Africa Last Minute safari product for travellers who want a guided route through Masai Mara, Samburu, Amboseli. It can be quoted in different accommodation categories and transport styles depending on travel dates, comfort level, group size and budget.
Key Highlights
- Samburu
- Masai Mara
- Amboseli
- Nairobi start
- Classic Kenya safari combination
- Professionally planned safari routing with driver-guide or lodge-guide support.
- Accommodation can be quoted in classic, mid-range, luxury or premium categories.
- Private, shared, road or fly-in versions can be built depending on product type.
- Works well as a standalone safari or as part of a larger Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania or beach itinerary.
Make This Journey Yours
Every Africa Last Minute itinerary is adjustable. Tell us your dates, guest profile, comfort level, and pace, and we will shape the package into a quote-ready travel proposal.
Itinerary
Nairobi Arrival
Meet guests in Nairobi and introduce the 10-day classic safari route: northern Kenya, the Masai Mara and Amboseli.
- Arrival transfer: Airport pickup and hotel transfer.
- Briefing: Confirm routing, accommodation bands and optional extras.
Nairobi to Samburu
Drive north to Samburu and begin the safari in Kenya's dry-country wilderness.
- Transfer: Travel through central Kenya.
- Afternoon drive: Search for elephants, reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra and other northern species.
Full Day Samburu
Explore Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives.
- Morning: Focus on riverine areas and wildlife movement.
- Afternoon: Explore different sectors for predators and the Samburu Special Five.
Samburu to Lake Nakuru or Naivasha
Leave Samburu for the Rift Valley. This breaks the long journey to the Mara and adds lake scenery or rhino viewing.
- Transfer: Drive south with lunch en route.
- Activity: Add Lake Nakuru game drive or Lake Naivasha boat ride depending on confirmed route.
Rift Valley to Masai Mara
Continue through Narok and Maasai landscapes to the Masai Mara.
- Road transfer: Arrive for lunch or late lunch.
- Afternoon drive: Begin Mara wildlife viewing.
Full Day Masai Mara
Spend the day exploring the Mara, with the guide selecting wildlife areas based on recent sightings.
- Morning: Look for big cats and plains game.
- Picnic lunch: Use picnic lunch for extended exploration if desired.
- Evening: Return for dinner.
Second Full Day Masai Mara
A second full day deepens the Mara experience and reduces pressure on sightings.
- Route variation: Explore river areas, plains, kopjes or conservancy zones.
- Optional balloon: Add pre-booked balloon safari if requested.
Masai Mara to Amboseli Route
Depart the Mara and travel toward Amboseli, usually with a long road day and overnight routing based on lodge availability.
- Transfer: Drive via Narok and Nairobi corridor.
- Arrival: Check in and rest. Avoid promising an extensive drive if timing is tight.
Full Day Amboseli
Spend the day in Amboseli, famous for elephants and Kilimanjaro views when skies are clear.
- Sunrise drive: Best for mountain views and wildlife movement.
- Midday: Rest at lodge.
- Afternoon: Explore wetlands and plains.
Amboseli to Nairobi
Take a final morning drive if timing allows, then return to Nairobi.
- Morning: Short game drive or direct departure.
- Return: Drop off at hotel or airport. Recommend late flights.
What is included
- Safari transport in the quoted vehicle type, such as safari minivan, 4x4 Land Cruiser, shared vehicle or flight transfer where applicable.
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide, lodge guide, ranger or activity guide during the listed safari components.
- Accommodation in the quoted lodge, camp, hotel, mountain hut or campsite category, subject to availability.
- Meals as specified in the final confirmed itinerary.
- Game drives, boat rides, trekking activities, mountain services or sightseeing stops specifically listed in the final quotation.
- Airport, hotel, lodge, airstrip or agreed-point transfers only where shown in the confirmed route.
- Government taxes and service charges related to the confirmed package unless separated in the quote.
What is excluded
- International flights, domestic flights unless specifically listed, airport taxes and airline extras.
- Visa fees, passport costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Park fees, conservancy fees, marine park fees, gorilla permits, chimp permits, mountain fees or special permits unless expressly included.
- Drinks, laundry, telephone calls, room service, souvenirs and personal expenses.
- Tips and gratuities for driver-guides, lodge staff, porters, rangers, boat crews, mountain crew and community hosts.
- Optional extras such as balloon safaris, cultural visits, day rooms, beach extensions, golf, fishing, city tours or upgraded transfers unless stated as included.
- Any deviation from the confirmed itinerary caused by late arrival, missed flights, route changes, weather, park regulations or private guest requests.
Important Notes
- Confirm season, travel dates, group size and rooming list before quoting.
- Verify park fees, conservancy fees, permits and domestic flight schedules before confirming.
- State accommodation level clearly: classic, mid-range, luxury or premium. Avoid mixing lodge categories in one unclear price.
- Add realistic drive times and advise guests that road conditions can vary.
- Do not guarantee wildlife sightings, migration crossings, gorilla encounters beyond permit rules, or mountain summit success.
Optional Extras
- Maasai community visit where appropriate
- Masai Mara hot-air balloon safari
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser upgrade
- Luxury lodge, premium camp or family-room upgrade
- Extra night extension for a more relaxed pace
- Airport meet-and-assist and Nairobi day-room arrangement
- Beach extension to Diani, Mombasa, Watamu, Malindi or Zanzibar
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this package be customized?
Yes. Accommodation level, vehicle type, start point, end point, pace and optional extras can be adjusted before quotation.
Are park fees included?
Only include park, conservancy or permit fees if they are clearly listed in the final confirmed quotation.
What should guests confirm before booking?
Travel dates, group size, rooming needs, flight times, preferred accommodation level and any special interests such as photography, culture, beach extensions or gorilla permits.
Are wildlife sightings guaranteed?
No. Wildlife sightings depend on nature, season, weather, guide skill and daily animal movement. The itinerary increases opportunity but cannot guarantee specific sightings.
Ideal Traveller
- First-time safari travellers who want a planned route.
- Couples, families and small groups looking for private or flexible safari arrangements.
- International visitors combining safari with Nairobi, the Kenya coast, Uganda, Tanzania or onward flights.
- Guests who want clear routing, lodge options and quotation support before booking.
- Travellers who want classic big-cat and savannah wildlife viewing.
