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8 Days Kenya's Finest Camps, Amboseli, Samburu And The Mara | Africa safari
Luxury Safaris · 8 Days · Kenya

8 Days Kenya's Finest Camps,Amboseli, Samburu And The Mara

Three signature camps in three superb parks, with flights between them.

Duration8 Days7 Nights
WhereMaasai Mara+ 2 more
From$6,650per person sharing
Best TimeJul – OctAlso Nov – Mar
PaceEasyFly between camps
The Journey

Why You Will Love This One

Kenya's three most beloved parks, each in a camp that earns its reputation. Elephants against Kilimanjaro, rare northern species in Samburu and the Mara at its most dramatic.

The thread count is high, the service is quiet and the guides are the best in the country.

Everything is a starting point. Add a night where you fall in love, swap a camp or bolt on a beach, and we will shape it around you.

  • Private Bush Dinner with your private guide
  • Elephant Photography in Amboseli
  • Maasai Culture at Maasai Mara
  • 7 nights across 3 stops
Your Route

Three Stops, Seven Nights

Amboseli, Samburu and Maasai Mara, in a sensible order with as little backtracking as the map allows.

ADay 1 · Day 8NairobiMeet and greet
Scenic flight
1Days 1 – 2AmboseliLuxury Tented Camps2 nights
Light aircraft
2Days 3 – 4SamburuTented Riverside Camps2 nights
Light aircraft
3Days 5 – 7Maasai MaraLuxury Tented Camps3 nights
Transfer
BDay 8NairobiFly home
Highlights

What You Will Remember

Elephant Encounters
Elephant EncountersHerds wading through the swamps, close enough to hear them breathe.
Acacia Plains
Acacia PlainsOpen, golden and perfect for photographers.
Maasai Visits
Maasai VisitsBeadwork, songs and stories with a local family.
Samburu Culture
Samburu CultureMeet the Samburu, famous for their beadwork and warm welcome.
Sunset Valleys
Sunset ValleysBig skies and golden light across the valley.
Riverside Camps
Riverside CampsWake to birdsong and the river just beyond your tent.
Day By Day

Your 8 Days, In Detail

A typical flow for this safari. Timings shift with the herds, the weather and your wishes, and your guide has the final say on where the action is.

Welcome To KenyaDay1
Amboseli

Welcome To Kenya

MorningLand in Nairobi, where your guide meets you with a warm welcome. Board a light aircraft for a scenic flight to Amboseli. Getting there: Short flight or 4 – 5 hour drive from Nairobi.

AfternoonElephant Encounters: Herds wading through the swamps, close enough to hear them breathe.

Overnight
Luxury Tented Camps, Amboseli
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic flight
Activities
Welcome and arrival
Acacia PlainsDay2
Amboseli

Acacia Plains

MorningOpen, golden and perfect for photographers.

AfternoonSignature moment: Private Bush Dinner: A table laid under the stars with lanterns, fine wine and your own chef, just for you.

Overnight
Luxury Tented Camps, Amboseli
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Acacia Plains, game drives
On To SamburuDay3
Samburu

On To Samburu

MorningAfter breakfast, fly from Amboseli to Samburu, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonSamburu Culture: Meet the Samburu, famous for their beadwork and warm welcome.

Overnight
Tented Riverside Camps, Samburu
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic flight
Activities
On To Samburu
Sunset ValleysDay4
Samburu

Sunset Valleys

MorningBig skies and golden light across the valley.

AfternoonSignature moment: Private Bush Dinner: A table laid under the stars with lanterns, fine wine and your own chef, just for you.

Overnight
Tented Riverside Camps, Samburu
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Sunset Valleys, game drives
On To Maasai MaraDay5
Maasai Mara

On To Maasai Mara

MorningAfter breakfast, fly from Samburu to Maasai Mara, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonGame Drives: Dawn and dusk drives with Maasai guides who read tracks like headlines and find the cats before you finish your coffee.

Overnight
Luxury Tented Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic flight
Activities
On To Maasai Mara
Maasai CultureDay6
Maasai Mara

Maasai Culture

MorningMeet Maasai families and see how they live beside the wildlife.

AfternoonLeopards And Cheetahs: Sharp eyes, patient stops and a very good camera.

Overnight
Luxury Tented Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Maasai Culture, game drives
Bush SkillsDay7
Maasai Mara

Bush Skills

MorningFire-making, tracking and stories from the people who know the land.

AfternoonGuided Walks: Footprints, dung beetles and the small wonders you miss from a vehicle.

Overnight
Luxury Tented Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Bush Skills, game drives
Farewell And DepartureDay8
Maasai Mara

Farewell And Departure

MorningOne last slow breakfast and a final look at the view.

AfternoonTransfer to Nairobi for your onward flight home, or ask us about adding days on the coast. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again.

Meals
Breakfast
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Departure
When To Go

The Best Time To Go

Maasai Mara is at its best from Jul – Oct, but this journey works for much of the year. Brighter blocks mean better conditions.

Game viewing, Maasai Mara

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Game viewing, Amboseli

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Game viewing, Samburu

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Quiet camps and best rates

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FairGoodBest

An honest word. The green months (April, May and November) bring lush landscapes, fewer visitors and the lowest rates. Tell us your dates and we will say honestly what to expect.

Where You Stay

Where You Will Rest

Camps chosen for their position, their welcome and their style. We confirm the exact stays when we shape your proposal.

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Luxury Tented Camps

Spacious tents with proper beds, private decks and dinners under the stars. The stay everyone pictures when they dream of safari.

  • Maasai Mara
  • Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Luxury Tented Camps

Comfortable tents with proper beds, private decks and a wide plain at your doorstep.

  • Amboseli
  • Elephant Photography
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Tented Riverside Camps

Comfortable tents beside the river with shady decks and great birdlife.

  • Samburu
  • Samburu Special Five
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Rates

What It Costs

Indicative prices per person sharing, on full board. We confirm the exact figure in your written proposal.

Apr – May, Nov

Green Season

$6,650per person sharing

Green and quiet, with the lowest rates.

Jan – Mar, Jun

Shoulder

$7,800per person sharing

Good weather, good value and fewer vehicles.

Jul – Oct, Dec

Peak Season

$8,900per person sharing

The best wildlife viewing and the most demand. Book early.

Single-room supplements apply. Children travel at reduced rates, ask us. Rates may change with camp rates and fuel.

Good To Know

What Is Included, What Is Not

Included

  • Meet and greet and all airport and airstrip transfers
  • Accommodation as listed, on full board
  • House drinks, soft drinks and bottled water in camp
  • Daily game drives with a private guide in a 4x4 with a window seat for each guest
  • Scheduled and charter flights between camps as listed
  • Private guide and vehicle throughout
  • All park, conservancy and activity fees
  • Private bush breakfast or dinner at least once
  • Emergency medical evacuation cover (AMREF)

Not Included

  • International flights to and from East Africa
  • Visas and electronic travel authorisations
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (about $15 per person per day)
  • Premium spirits, champagne and personal purchases
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Single-room supplement
Know Before You Go

Pack Light, Travel Smart

The small stuff that makes a big difference. Tap a topic for the details, and ask us anything we have missed.

Riverside Camps
Questions?We reply within a day, usually sooner.
Ask Us Anything
Getting There

Fly into Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta) and we meet you at arrivals. Please arrive the day before your safari if you can, so a late flight never costs you a game drive.

Baggage

Light aircraft take soft bags only, with a limit of 15 kg per person including camera gear and hand luggage. We store spare bags safely.

What To Pack

Neutral layers, a warm fleece for early drives, a sun hat, sunglasses and good binoculars. Evenings are cool and days are warm.

Health And Safety

A yellow fever certificate may be needed if you come from a risk country. Ask your doctor about malaria cover. Our guides carry first-aid kits and radios.

Visas And Entry

Most visitors need a Kenya eTA, applied for online before travel. We guide you through it. Your passport needs six months of validity and spare pages.

Tipping

Tips are a kind way to say thanks. A guide is about $15 per person per day, with a shared tip for camp staff at each camp.

Good Questions

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