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Your 7-day itinerary, day by day
This is the exact seven-day scheduled route from the original trip page, travelling by road from Nairobi through the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli before returning to Nairobi.
Duration7 days
Guide price$4,650
RouteNairobi round-trip
Where you stay4 hotels, camps & lodges
Show prices inindicative only, we quote in USD
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Arrive in Nairobi
Make your own flight arrangements to Nairobi. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Nairobi Serena Hotel, with the remainder of the day at leisure.
OvernightNairobi Serena Hotel (1 night)
- Day 2-4
Drive to the Maasai Mara
Leave Nairobi after breakfast, descend the Rift Valley escarpment and travel across the wheat and barley fields near Narok. Reach the Maasai Mara in time for lunch, then set out on your first game drive before returning to the lodge at sunset.
OvernightMara Serena Safari Lodge (2 nights)
- Day 3
Game drives and a Maasai village visit
After an early breakfast, head out on a morning game drive and return to the lodge mid-morning. Following lunch and time to rest, take another game drive and visit a Maasai village before returning at sunset.
- Day 4-5
Lake Nakuru and Soysambu Conservancy
Travel north across the Rift Valley with a picnic lunch en route, then enter Lake Nakuru National Park for a game drive. Look for birdlife, flamingoes, black and white rhino and Rothschild giraffe before continuing to camp in Soysambu Conservancy.
OvernightLake Elmenteita Serena Camp (1 night)
- Day 5-7
Continue to Amboseli National Park
After an early breakfast, leave the Rift Valley, stop around Nairobi for an early lunch and continue south to Amboseli. The source itinerary also includes a naturalist-led bird walk at Soysambu before departure.
OvernightAmboseli Serena Safari Lodge (2 nights)
- Day 6
Game drives in Amboseli
Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli, returning to the lodge as the sun sets.
- Day 7
Return to Nairobi
After an early breakfast, take in your final views of Mount Kilimanjaro and drive north across the Athi Plains to Nairobi. Arrive around midday and transfer to the airport for onward flight arrangements.
Your scheduled safari route through Kenya
The road journey starts in Nairobi, crosses the Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara, continues through Lake Nakuru and Soysambu Conservancy, then turns south to Amboseli before returning to Nairobi.
- 1Nairobi
- 2Maasai Mara
- 3Lake Nakuru and Soysambu Conservancy
- 4Amboseli National Park
- 5Nairobi
Each numbered stop follows the scheduled road itinerary in order. The same group vehicle links the wildlife regions and returns to Nairobi on day seven.
Where you'll stay
Four established hotels and lodges support the scheduled route. Nairobi Serena, Mara Serena and Amboseli Serena use galleries already verified against their current first-party Brilliant Africa property pages. Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp remains text-only because its current property page exposes no usable imagery.
Nairobi
Nairobi Serena Hotel
A comfortable city hotel for the first night before the group departs for the Maasai Mara.
Maasai Mara Triangle
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
A well-established lodge for two nights of scheduled game drives and the Maasai village visit.
Soysambu Conservancy
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
A one-night tented stay after the Lake Nakuru game drive, with a naturalist-led bird walk included in the source itinerary.
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
A two-night base for morning and afternoon game drives beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.
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What's included
Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.
In your price
- Meet-and-greet service in Nairobi
- Road transfers listed in the itinerary
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as indicated in the confirmed programme
- Experienced safari guide
- Shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a maximum of six passengers
- Guaranteed window seat
- Scheduled game drives
- Required park fees
- Filtered water in the vehicle; bring a reusable bottle
- Backup and logistical support
With Brilliant, you'll also get
- One-to-one planning with a dedicated East Africa specialist through our Bucket List Safari System
- A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
- Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
- A personalised guest portal and mobile app
- WhatsApp contact with your local support team
- A one-to-one safety briefing
- Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
- Access to our international flight specialist for US guests
The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee
If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.
Prices are per person based on two people sharing during high season from June to September. Solo-room supplements, scheduled departure availability and any pre-tour or post-tour arrangements affect the final price.
Your questions answered
How much does the Kenya Classic Group Tour cost?
The seven-day scheduled tour starts from $4,650 per person based on two people sharing during the June to September high season. A single supplement applies for solo travellers who want their own room.
How many people share the safari vehicle?
The scheduled tour uses a shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a maximum of six passengers. Every traveller has a guaranteed window seat.
Is this trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes. The route is designed for solo travellers and couples who want to join a small group. We will confirm available departure dates and any single-room supplement.
Which wildlife areas does the tour visit?
The route visits the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Soysambu Conservancy and Amboseli National Park before returning to Nairobi.
Can the itinerary be changed?
The scheduled group route and departure dates are fixed. We can add private nights before or after the tour, arrange international flights or suggest a tailor-made Kenya safari if you want more flexibility.
Talk to someone who's actually been there
A group safari is about choosing the right departure and understanding exactly what is shared. Our Kenya specialists will confirm dates, rooming, single supplements and every included transfer before you book.
Barry
Safari Specialist & Field Guide
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Guest Experience Specialist
Tracy
Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
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Guest Experience Specialist
Marc
Africa Travel Specialist
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