This 10 day safari by road covers many of Kenya’s key areas including Tsavo East National Park, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famous Masai Mara. Starting from Nairobi, this itinerary heads to the rugged landscape surrounding coastal Kenya, then to the open plains of Amboseli, through the lake land interior to Lake Nakuru National Park before ending in the Masai Mara, an area renowned for its big cats.
This 10 day safari by road covers many of Kenya’s key areas including Tsavo East National Park, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famous Masai Mara. Starting from Nairobi, this itinerary heads to the rugged landscape surrounding coastal Kenya, then to the open plains of Amboseli, through the lake land interior to Lake Nakuru National Park before ending in the Masai Mara, an area renowned for its big cats.
Highlights
- Tsavo East National Park: The first stop on your safari, Tsavo East offers vast savannahs, large herds of elephants, and iconic landscapes. It’s one of the oldest and largest parks in Kenya, with the famous red elephants (due to the red soil) and wildlife like lions, cheetahs, and giraffes.
- Amboseli National Park: Known for its picturesque views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is a haven for elephants. The park’s wetlands attract a variety of wildlife, and you will also have a chance to observe abundant bird species.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage site, Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingo population (though numbers vary), black and white rhinos, and an array of other animals, including buffalo, giraffes, and leopards.
- Masai Mara Game Reserve: The grand finale of this safari, where you’ll explore the vast plains of the Masai Mara, known for its big cats (lions, cheetahs, leopards) and the incredible Great Migration (July-October). This area offers fantastic opportunities for game drives and photographic moments.