# 8 Days Kenya Safari – Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara > Experience an unforgettable 8 Days Kenya Safari covering Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the world-famous Masai Mara. Enjoy private 4x4 game drives, breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, rhino sightings in Lake Nakuru, and incredible wildlife encounters in the Masai Mara. - **Type:** trip - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//safaris/8-day-ultra-luxury-kenya-safari - **Last updated:** 2026-07-12 ## Key facts - **Duration Days:** 8 - **Price From U S D:** 5262 - **Trip Type:** Safari - **Budget Level:** ultra-luxury - **Difficulty:** Easy - **Best Months:** June, July, August, September, October - **Countries:** Kenya - **Destinations:** Nairobi City, Nakuru City, Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake naivasha, Nairobi National Park, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park - **Highlights:** Track all Big Five in their natural habitat, Elephants with Kilimanjaro backdrop in Amboseli, Rhino tracking at Lake Nakuru, Two full days in the legendary Masai Mara, Chance to witness the Great Migration river crossings (Jul–Oct), Maasai cultural village visit, Expert naturalist guide throughout - **Inclusions:** Meet and greet at JKIA airport, All park and reserve entry fees, Full-board accommodation (7 nights), All game drives in 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, Professional English-speaking driver-guide, Bottled water during game drives, Maasai village visit, All inter-park transfers, Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover - **Exclusions:** International flights, Travel & medical insurance, Visa fees, Tips and gratuities, Optional hot air balloon safari ($450 pp), Alcoholic beverages, Personal expenses & souvenirs, Laundry services ## Details This 8-day Kenya safari is a private ultra-luxury road itinerary from Nairobi covering Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. Priced from US$5,262 per person full board for groups of 2 to 6, it suits travellers who want Kenya’s most iconic parks in one unhurried, well-sequenced journey. ## Which Destinations Does This Safari Visit? - Amboseli National Park — two days of elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro views on clear days - Lake Naivasha — a boat ride and Crescent Island nature walk - Lake Nakuru National Park — rhino viewing and rich birdlife in the Rift Valley - Masai Mara National Reserve — three full days for big cats and Big Five viewing before the return to Nairobi Each destination contributes a distinct experience: Amboseli for elephants and mountain scenery, Naivasha for a gentler lakeside day, Nakuru for rhinos and birdlife, and the Mara for some of the best big-cat and Big Five viewing in Africa. ## Who Is This Safari For? With 7 nights on the road and a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, this itinerary suits couples, families, small groups of up to 6 and first-time visitors who want flexibility over daily timing. The recommended travel window runs from June to October, and a Maasai village visit adds a cultural dimension alongside the game drives. ## Why Choose This Route? The sequence builds naturally from Amboseli’s elephants and mountain scenery through the gentler lake stages to a three-day finale in the Mara, so the most intensive game viewing comes when travellers are settled into safari rhythm. The Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island walk break up vehicle time with wildlife viewing on foot and water, and the small maximum group size of 6 keeps every game drive personal from the first drive to the last. ## What Is Included? The price covers meet-and-greet at JKIA, all park and reserve entry fees, 7 nights of full-board accommodation, all game drives in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a professional English-speaking driver-guide, the Maasai village visit, bottled water on game drives and Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover; the complete inclusions list is shown on this page. ## Frequently asked questions ### When is the best time for this safari? The best time is July to October during the Great Migration. January to March (calving season) is also excellent for predator action. ### Is 8 days enough for a Kenya safari? Yes, 8 days is a great amount of time for a Kenya safari. It allows you to visit several top destinations without feeling too rushed, including Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. ### What parks are included in this 8 Days Kenya Safari? This safari includes Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara National Reserve. ### Will I see the Big Five? This route is specifically designed to maximise Big Five sightings. While wildlife is wild, our experienced guides have a 95%+ success rate on this circuit. ### Can I add a hot air balloon safari in Masai Mara? Yes, a hot air balloon safari can be added in the Masai Mara at an extra cost. It is one of the most memorable experiences you can include in your Kenya safari. ### Will I see the Big Five during this safari? You have a good chance of seeing many members of the Big Five, especially in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed, but this itinerary gives you excellent opportunities. ### Is the safari private or shared? This itinerary is designed as a private safari. You will have your own 4x4 safari Land Cruiser and private driver-guide, giving you flexibility throughout the trip. ### Is this safari suitable for families? Yes, this 8 Days Kenya Safari is suitable for families, couples, groups, and solo travelers. The pace can be adjusted depending on your travel style and preferences. ### Is July 2026 a good time for this 8-day Kenya safari? Yes. July is dry season in Kenya, with thinner vegetation and wildlife gathering near water sources. It also marks the early Great Migration season in the Masai Mara, although river crossings are never guaranteed. ### What wildlife can I expect in Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara? Amboseli is best known for large elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views. Lake Nakuru is a strong rhino and birding destination, while the Masai Mara offers lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo and seasonal wildebeest migration herds. ### Does this itinerary include a boat safari at Lake Naivasha? It should include a Lake Naivasha boat ride to see hippos, fish eagles and waterbirds, with an optional Crescent Island walking safari. This adds a relaxed Rift Valley experience between Amboseli and Lake Nakuru. ### Is an 8-day Kenya safari suitable for first-time visitors? Yes. This route combines Kenya’s most recognised safari landscapes in a manageable loop from Nairobi, making it suitable for first-time visitors, couples, families and small groups wanting variety without too many long transfers. ### How much driving is involved on this Kenya safari route? Expect several overland transfers, including Nairobi to Amboseli, Amboseli to Lake Naivasha, Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru, and Lake Nakuru to the Masai Mara. A private 4x4 Land Cruiser improves comfort, flexibility and wildlife-viewing access. ### Can this 8-day safari be customised? Yes. The itinerary can be tailored by lodge level, pace, family needs, private conservancy stays, balloon safari options, cultural visits and whether to return to Nairobi by road or scheduled flight from the Masai Mara. ### What wildlife can I expect on this Kenya itinerary? Amboseli is best known for large elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views, Lake Naivasha for hippos and birdlife, Lake Nakuru for rhinos and flamingos when conditions allow, and the Masai Mara for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo and seasonal wildebeest herds. ### How many game drives are included in an 8-day Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru and Masai Mara safari? A typical private itinerary includes afternoon and morning game drives in Amboseli, a boat safari or Crescent Island walk at Lake Naivasha, game drives in Lake Nakuru, and multiple game drives in the Masai Mara, including at least one full-day or extended drive. ### Is this itinerary suitable for first-time safari travellers? Yes. It combines Kenya’s most recognisable safari areas in a logical route from Nairobi, with varied scenery, wildlife and activity levels. A private 4x4 Land Cruiser also gives families, couples and small groups more flexibility than a fixed group departure. ### What is the usual route for this 8-day Kenya safari? The route normally starts in Nairobi, continues to Amboseli National Park, then travels through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru, before ending with several nights in the Masai Mara and returning to Nairobi by road or optional flight. ### Can I see the Big Five on this safari? This route gives a strong chance of seeing lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, but sightings are never guaranteed. Lake Nakuru improves the rhino opportunity, while the Masai Mara is one of East Africa’s strongest areas for lions, leopards and buffalo. --- Source: Imara Africa Safaris (https://imaraafricasafaris.com/). 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