7-Day Kenya Safari: Maasai Mara & Amboseli Private Experience
This journey combines two of Kenya’s most distinct landscapes — the open savannahs of the...
Tour Overview
This journey is designed for travellers looking beyond the classic safari route, combining the exclusivity of Laikipia’s private conservancies with the wildlife-rich plains of the Maasai Mara. It offers a more layered experience — one that balances strong wildlife viewing with privacy, flexibility, and a deeper connection to conservation.
Laikipia introduces a different rhythm to safari. Set within privately managed conservancies, the experience is quieter and more controlled, with fewer vehicles and greater flexibility in how each day unfolds. Activities extend beyond traditional game drives to include walking safaris and more immersive exploration, all within landscapes that feel both protected and expansive. Wildlife here includes rare northern species, alongside elephants, big cats, and a strong focus on conservation-led experiences.
The journey then continues to the Maasai Mara, where open savannahs and consistent wildlife presence create a natural contrast. Here, the scale expands, and sightings become more frequent, particularly for big cats. The transition between these two regions allows for a safari that feels both exclusive and dynamic, without repetition.
Accommodation is carefully selected within conservancies and prime wildlife areas, ensuring privacy, comfort, and seamless access to key locations. This itinerary is ideal for those who want a more refined and less conventional safari, without losing the richness of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes.
Conservancy & Classic Safari Blend
- Exclusive safari experience in Laikipia conservancies
- Walking safaris and off-road game viewing (where permitted)
- Rare northern species (Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe)
- Big cat sightings in Maasai Mara
- Reduced crowds and more private wildlife encounters
- Seamless air transfers between regions
- Luxury lodges with strong conservation focus
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8-Day Kenya Conservancy & Mara Safari
Day 1 Arrival in Nairobi
Arrival in Nairobi with transfer to your hotel. Time to rest and prepare for the journey ahead.
Activities
- Airport pickup
- Transfer to hotel
Day 2 Flight to Laikipia Conservancy
Fly to Laikipia, where the landscape shifts to open, privately managed wilderness. Afternoon activity introduces the area.
Activities
- Domestic flight
- Afternoon game drive or walk
Day 3 Laikipia Experience
Explore Laikipia through a mix of activities, offering a more immersive safari experience beyond standard game drives.
Activities
- Game drives
- Walking safari
- Optional cultural or conservation activity
Day 4 Laikipia Exploration
A second full day allows deeper exploration of wildlife and landscapes, with flexibility based on interests.
Activities
Flexible safari activities
Day 5 Flight to Masai Mara
Transfer to the Maasai Mara by air. The landscape opens into wide savannahs with strong wildlife presence.
Activities
- Domestic flight
- Game drive
Day 6 Masai Mara Safari
Full day in the Mara, focusing on big cats and open-plain wildlife viewing.
Activities
Morning and afternoon game drives
Day 7 Masai Mara Safari
Another day to explore different areas of the Mara, maximizing sightings and avoiding crowded routes.
Activities
- Extended game drives
- Optional bush experience
Day 8 Return to Nairobi & Departure
Return to Nairobi for departure or onward travel.
Activities
- Transfer
- Departure
End of itinerary
Stays
Inclusive & Exclusive
Inclusive
- All park and conservancy fees
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with experienced guide
- All accommodation as per itinerary
- All meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport transfers
- Bottled water during activities
- Domestic flights between destinations
- Conservancy activities (walking safaris where permitted)
Exclusive
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, beverages)
- Optional activities not listed