6-Day Ultimate Big Five Footprint
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6-Day Ultimate Big Five Footprint

6 – 11 Nov 2026 · 6 days

Low season rate

Why this departure

  • 4 parks & reserves
  • 7 seats — 7 of 7 seats available
  • Small group, expert guide

About this safari

Route: Nairobi – Amboseli – Naivasha – Nakuru – Maasai Mara – Nairobi.

Kilimanjaro views over Amboseli’s elephant herds, a boat cruise at Naivasha, rhino at Nakuru and two nights in the Mara.

Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

  • Morning departure from Nairobi.
  • Drive to Amboseli National Park.
  • Check in at the safari camp/lodge and enjoy lunch.
  • Afternoon game drive with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at the safari camp/lodge.

Accommodation (Mid-Range): Amboseli Sopa Lodge or similar. Meal plan: LD

Day 2: Amboseli National Park

  • Full-day game drive in Amboseli with picnic lunch.
  • Explore elephants, predators and birdlife.
  • Dinner and overnight at the safari camp/lodge.

Accommodation (Mid-Range): Amboseli Sopa Lodge or similar. Meal plan: BLD

Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Naivasha

  • Breakfast and depart Amboseli.
  • Drive to Lake Naivasha.
  • Check in at the hotel and enjoy lunch.
  • Afternoon boat cruise on Lake Naivasha to spot hippos and birdlife.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Accommodation (Budget): Avian Court Hotel or similar. Meal plan: BLD

Day 4: Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park to Maasai Mara

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for a morning game drive — rhinos, flamingos and diverse birdlife.
  • Lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar.
  • Afternoon transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve.
  • Check in at the safari camp/lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation (Mid-Range): Enkorok Mara Camp or similar. Meal plan: BLD

Day 5: Full day game drive in Maasai Mara

  • Early breakfast followed by a full-day game drive in Maasai Mara with picnic lunch.
  • Explore the Big Five, cheetahs and sweeping savannah landscapes.
  • Dinner and overnight at the safari camp/lodge.

Accommodation (Mid-Range): Enkorok Mara Camp or similar. Meal plan: BLD

Day 6: Maasai Mara to Nairobi

  • Breakfast at the safari camp/lodge.
  • Transfer back to Nairobi.

No accommodation. Meal plan: B

Included

  • Transport in a shared safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing.
  • 2 game drives in Amboseli, 1 morning game drive in Lake Nakuru and 1 full-day game drive in Maasai Mara.
  • Lake Naivasha boat cruise.
  • 2 nights in Amboseli on full board.
  • 1 night at Lake Naivasha on full board.
  • 2 nights in Maasai Mara on full board.
  • Meals: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners.
  • Professional driver-guide, fuel and park fees.
  • 2 bottles of drinking water per person per day.

Excluded

  • Drinks (sodas, alcohol, bottled water during meals).
  • Tips and gratuities for the driver-guide or camp staff.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs and phone calls.
  • International flights to and from Kenya.
  • Travel insurance and medical cover.

Seasonal rates (per person sharing)

SeasonMonthsCost (sharing)Single supplement
Peak seasonAugust, September$1,926$245
High seasonOctober$1,816$195
Low seasonNovember – 21 Dec 2026$1,685$168

Rates are per person sharing a twin/double room. The single supplement applies if you would rather not share. A 30% deposit confirms your seat; the balance is paid in cash on the day of departure.

What's included

  • Seat in a 7-seat pop-top Land Cruiser
  • Expert English-speaking driver-guide
  • Park & conservancy entry fees
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Bottled water on game drives
  • International flights
  • Kenya visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & personal expenses
  • Drinks not specified

Who you'll travel with

A small, friendly group of up to 7 — most of our group travellers arrive solo or as a couple, from all over the world. Everyone gets a window seat, and the pop-top roof means all guests can stand and photograph wildlife at once.

Good to know

Your specific seats are held the instant you choose them while you check out, and confirmed in your name once you pay the deposit by card.
This safari runs on a regular repeating schedule, so if this date doesn't suit you there's always another one coming up. Every departure is guaranteed to run.
Up to 7 travellers plus your driver-guide — mostly solo travellers and couples.
Yes — your booking receipt includes a secure link to request a cancellation or move to another date, and our team will take care of it.
from $1,685 / seat
Child (under 11): $842.50
7 of 7 seats available
Departs6 – 11 Nov 2026
Deposit today (30%)$505.50
Balance due6 Nov 2026
Private safari from $5,055 This seat $1,685
Reserve my seat
  • Pay a 30% deposit by card to confirm
  • Balance in cash on the day of departure
  • Cancel or reschedule via your receipt link
$1,685 7 of 7 seats available
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