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The Grand Crossing

Red earth plains, Kilimanjaro on the horizon, and finally — the Mara at golden hour. Seven days across the full heart of Kenya.

The Experience

What Awaits You

Kenya doesn't reveal itself gradually — it hits you all at once. The red dust rising behind the Land Cruiser. The silhouette of a giraffe against a burning sky. This seven-day route moves through three of Kenya's most distinct wildernesses, each with its own light, its own rhythm, its own cast of animals.

From the vast plains of the south to the elephant-dotted marshes of Amboseli with Kilimanjaro as your backdrop, the journey continues through the lush shores of Lake Naivasha before arriving at the legendary Maasai Mara — one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth. Whether you visit during the Great Migration or outside of it, the Mara's abundant wildlife never disappoints.

A final loop through Lake Nakuru's flamingo-fringed shores rounds off a true all-Kenya experience — diverse, breathtaking, and unforgettable. This safari is designed for travelers who want to see it all, without compromise.

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Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Day 1–2

Into the Wild

Tsavo → Amboseli

Depart from Nairobi or Diani and enter Tsavo East — a vast, raw wilderness known for its red elephants and dramatic landscapes. Afternoon game drives reveal elephants, lions, and countless bird species. On Day 2, journey toward Amboseli, arriving with Kilimanjaro on the horizon. Evening game drive and sunset views over the plains.

Day 3–4

Serenity & Scenic Beauty

Naivasha → Mara

Leave Amboseli behind and wind north toward the Rift Valley. A scenic stop at Lake Naivasha offers boat rides among hippos and birding along the papyrus-fringed shore. On Day 4, the final stretch takes you into the Maasai Mara — arrive in time for an evening game drive as the golden light falls across the savannah.

Day 5–7

The Great Safari

Mara → Nakuru → Nairobi

Three full days in the Maasai Mara ecosystem — morning and evening game drives, optional bush walks, and optional hot-air balloon safaris at dawn. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and vast herds of plains game. On Day 6, a diversion to Lake Nakuru to witness flamingos, rhinos, and tree-climbing lions. Day 7 returns you to Nairobi, ending an epic journey through Kenya.

What's Included

Package Details

Included ✓

  • Private 4×4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All national park and reserve entrance fees
  • Full-board accommodation (meals included)
  • Bottled water throughout the safari
  • Airport and hotel transfers

Not Included ✗

  • International flights
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits)
  • Travel insurance

Accommodations

Suggested Lodges

Classic
  • Ngulia Lodge

    Tsavo

  • AA Amboseli Lodge

    Amboseli

  • Crescent Camp

    Naivasha

  • Enkorok Camp

    Mara

  • Flamingo Hill Camp

    Nakuru

Signature
  • Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

    Tsavo

  • Kibo Safari Camp

    Amboseli

  • Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

    Naivasha

  • Zebra Plains Mara Camp

    Mara

  • Sarova Lion Hill Lodge

    Nakuru

Prestige
  • Finch Hattons

    Tsavo

  • Ol Tukai Lodge

    Amboseli

  • Enashipai Resort & Spa

    Naivasha

  • Neptune Mara Rianta

    Mara

  • The Cliff

    Nakuru

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