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7-Day Big 5 Sopa Lodges Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru, Mara
In this seven-day adventure, you’ll travel to Amboseli National Park. Here, you will enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Kilimanjaro and hundreds of elephant families. It is also home to the largest tuskers you will ever see. Proceed to the lakes in the Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru, home to hundreds of flamingos and rare rhinos. The last leg of the trip takes you to the Masai Mara, probably the most prolific wildlife destination on the planet. On the entire safari, accommodations will be in the Sopa Lodges.
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses Sopa lodges and resort.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
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Included/Excluded
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water (On all days)
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Day 1 Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Arrival
You’ll be collected from the airport.
Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
We leave Nairobi this morning and drive across the picturesque Athi Plains and into the bushland of Amboseli National Park, home to the famous Maasai community and well-known for its enormous herds of elephants.
You will arrive in time for a hot lunch. A game drive is scheduled in the afternoon. Nearly every sight in the park is framed by the spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance, in addition to plenty of elephant, antelope, zebra, wildebeest,Buffalo, and lion.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at your lodge or camp.
Note: It is possible to downgrade to more economical options (price reduction).
Main Destination: Amboseli National Park 
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2 Full day at Amboseli National Park
Full day at Amboseli National Park
We leave this morning for another exciting full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch to
catch the best views of Mount Kilimanjaro before the clouds cover the summit. Amboseli is a
great location to see a wide variety of animals, including elephants, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras,
lions, cheetahs, and many others.
The name “Amboseli” comes from a Maasai word meaning “salty dust”, and it is one of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up close. Nature lovers can explore 5 different habitats here, ranging from the dried-up bed of Lake Amboseli to wetlands with Sulphur springs, the savannah, and woodlands. They can also visit the local Maasai community, which lives around the park and experience their authentic culture.
Dinner and overnight stay will be at your lodge or camp.
Note: It is possible to downgrade to more economical options (price reduction).
Main Destination: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3 Transit to Lake Naivasha
Transit to Lake Naivasha
After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha. On your way, you will stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Then, you will proceed to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch. You will enjoy a boat ride and a walking safari this afternoon in the animal sanctuary. Lake Naivasha is the second-largest freshwater lake in Kenya.
The surrounding forest is home to various wild animals and over 400 bird species, making it the
perfect destination for birders worldwide.During your safari along the lake, you will likely encounter countless birds of all shapes and sizes. Kingfishers, eagles, pelicans, cormorants, egrets, and many other species share the lake’s waters, and numerous hippos and other creatures regularly visit its shores.
After the activities, we will return to the camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Note: It is possible to downgrade to more economical options (price reduction).
Main Destination:Â Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4 Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru
You’ll have breakfast, then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. En route to your accommodation,
you’ll have a game drive, arriving in time for lunch. Later, you’ll enjoy an afternoon game drive along the lake’s shores, taking in its diverse variety of animals and birdlife.
The lake’s abundance of algae attracted a vast quantity of flamingos that famously lined the shore. Other birds also flourish in the area. Four of the Big Five are present, and Buffalo and white and black rhinoceros are common in the park.
Dinner and your overnight stay are at the lodge or camp.
Note: It is possible to downgrade to more economical options (price reduction).
Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park 
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru Np
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5 Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara
Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara
Depart early in the morning for Masai Mara National Reserve. It is one of the few places left on earth where wildlife lives comparatively undisturbed. Masai Mara is an unmistakable highlight of any holiday in Kenya.
With a vast range of wildlife, including the Big Five, and a rich cultural heritage to explore, it is without doubt one of the most incredible safari destinations in Africa.
Between July and October, things get busy. Millions of zebra and wildebeest cross from the
Serengeti to the Masai Mara, searching for new grazing territories.
Dinner and your overnight stay are at the camp or lodge.
Note: It is possible to downgrade to more economical options (price reduction).
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve 
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6 Exploring Masai Mara
Exploring Masai Mara
Today’s itinerary is flexible, and you can discuss it with your guide and plan the day’s schedule. You can have a relaxed breakfast and depart for a full-day game drive at around 7:00 am with a picnic lunch. The game drive will allow you to visit the Mara River, where the migration happens. Also, you’ll have better chances to view wildlife all day and return to the lodge or camp late in the afternoon.
Alternatively, you can depart at 6:00 am for an early morning game drive. Later, return to your accommodation for breakfast and relax until midafternoon. Then, at 4:00 pm, depart on an afternoon game drive. You’ll return to the lodge or camp at 6:30 pm for dinner and your overnight stay.
Note: It is possible to downgrade to more economical options (price reduction).
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7 Returning to Nairobi
Returning to Nairobi
After breakfast, you will check out and proceed to Nairobi. Depending on your flight details, your driver-guide will help you organize your departure time from Masai Mara.
You will be dropped off at your desired hotel or the airport for your homebound flight.
Reviews
This tour starts and ends in your chosen destination
Marurumi Safaris can help select your international flights, but you’ll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
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2 Comments
5
From the moment we booked our trip with Marurumi Tours, we knew we were in good hands. They were incredibly helpful in customizing our itinerary to fit our interests and budget. The attention to detail was amazing, and everything went smoothly throughout the trip. We had a fantastic time exploring the stunning scenery and encountering amazing wildlife. Thank you, Marurumi!
5
Marurumi Safaris provided an unforgettable experience! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the wildlife, making every game drive exciting and educational. The accommodations were comfortable and luxurious, and the food was delicious. We saw all the animals we were hoping for and more! I highly recommend Marurumi for anyone looking for an authentic and unforgettable African safari.