5-Day Masai Mara & Amboseli Safari Tour UNLIMITED WILDLIFE ENCOUNTER

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🐾 5-Day C.A.T.S. Signature Safari

Masai Mara & Amboseli – Unlimited Wildlife Encounter

Collective African Tours & Safaris (C.A.T.S.)
Authentic journeys. Responsible travel. Unforgettable wildlife.


Safari at a Glance

Route: Nairobi → Masai Mara → Amboseli → Nairobi
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Safari Style: Private C.A.T.S. Wildlife Expedition
Departure from Nairobi: 5:00 AM
Transport: Private 4×4 C.A.T.S. Safari Land Cruiser (Pop-Up Roof)
Accommodation Levels: Economy | Comfort | Luxury | Superior Luxury

This is not a rushed tour, it’s a deep immersion into Kenya’s most iconic wildlife landscapes, designed around animal movement, natural light, and authentic encounters.


Why This Safari Is Uniquely C.A.T.S.

✔ Private safari — no sharing vehicles
✔ Wildlife-first routing & flexible game drives
✔ Handpicked guides with deep park knowledge
✔ Carefully chosen lodges close to wildlife zones
✔ Ethical, conservation-minded travel

Every detail is crafted to keep you in the wild longer, closer, and more connected.


Day 1 – Nairobi → Masai Mara National Reserve- From City Lights to Savannah Dreams

250 to 300 km (depending on the lodge / camp in the Mara you are going to) & takes about 5-6 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Departure from Nairobi: 5:00 AM

As dawn breaks over Nairobi, your C.A.T.S. safari guide collects you from your hotel, residence, or airport. You set off in your private 4×4 Land Cruiser, watching the city fade into rolling highlands, open plains, and Maasai land.

A scenic stop in Narok town allows you to stretch, refresh, and take in local life before continuing toward the legendary Masai Mara.

Entering the reserve feels like crossing into another world — vast golden grasslands, scattered acacia trees, and wildlife moving freely across the horizon.

Your first game drive begins immediately. Lions resting in the shade, elephants grazing quietly, giraffes silhouetted against the sky — this is Kenya at its wildest.

You arrive at your lodge or tented camp later in the day, just in time to freshen up and enjoy dinner beneath the African stars.

Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve Lodge/ tented camp


Day 2 – Full Day in Masai Mara- Big Cats, Open Plains & Raw Africa

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today belongs entirely to the Mara — one of the richest wildlife ecosystems on Earth.

You explore different regions of the reserve, guided by your expert C.A.T.S. driver who knows where predators hunt, where herds gather, and where the light is best for unforgettable photos.

Expect encounters with:

  • Lions and cheetahs on the hunt

  • Elephants and buffalo moving in powerful groups

  • Zebra and wildebeest stretching across the plains

During migration season (July–October), you visit the Mara River, where crocodiles and hippos rule the waters and dramatic crossings unfold.

Optional Experiences (on request):

  • Hot air balloon safari over the Mara at sunrise- please ask us about this unique opportunity – $460 per person

  • Maasai village visit for cultural connection- Please arrange with your driver/guide – $25 per person

As the sun sets, the savannah glows gold — a perfect end to an unforgettable day.

Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve Lodge/ tented camp


Day 3 – Masai Mara → Amboseli National Park- Across Kenya’s Heartland

500 km, 9-10 hours (via Nairobi)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

You depart the Mara and journey across Kenya’s diverse landscapes — farmlands, open plains, and distant mountain views.

As you approach Amboseli, Mount Kilimanjaro rises slowly into view — massive, snow-capped, and unforgettable.

Your arrival in Amboseli is marked by a game drive through elephant territory. This park is famous for its large, free-roaming elephant families, often seen marching across the plains with Kilimanjaro as their backdrop.

As evening approaches, the clouds may lift to reveal the mountain’s summit — a moment that feels almost unreal.

Overnight: Amboseli National Park


Day 4 – Full Day in Amboseli- Giants of the Plains & Mountain Majesty

Amboseli offers a different rhythm — wide open spaces, dramatic skies, and intimate wildlife encounters.

Game drives take you through:

  • Marshlands fed by underground springs from Kilimanjaro

  • Dry lakebeds ideal for photography

  • Observation Hill, offering panoramic views of the park

You encounter elephants at close range, along with lions, cheetahs, buffalo, hippos, and rich birdlife including pelicans, herons, and eagles.

Between drives, enjoy time at your lodge — whether relaxing by the pool, overlooking a watering hole, or simply listening to the sounds of nature.

Overnight: Amboseli National Park


Day 5 – Amboseli → Nairobi- Final Footprints in the Wild

265km, approx. 4hrs

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Your final morning offers one last chance to explore Amboseli and capture farewell moments with its iconic wildlife.

After breakfast, you begin the scenic return to Nairobi, carrying with you five days of unforgettable encounters, dramatic landscapes, and authentic safari memories.

You are dropped off at your hotel, residence, or airport in Nairobi.


Tour Highlights

Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Unlimited game drives in your own comfortable Safari pop-up top vehicle
  • The Big 5 – elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo & leopard… plus zebra, cheetah and much more
  • Experience the Masai Mara, home to an ancient culture
  • Your choice of accommodations – from budget to luxury – stay in lodges or tented camps
  • Optional Masai village – Please arrange with your driver/guide – $25 per person
  • Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride – please ask us about this unique opportunity – $460 per person

Amboseli National Park

  • Large Elephant herds – guaranteed sighting
  • Snow-capped peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro (weather permitting)
  • Lion, leopard, buffalo, and elephant
  • Marshlands host many elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and a variety of waterfowl like –pelican and Egyptian goose
  • Observation Hill – view the entire park, especially the marshlands with the elephants

Your C.A.T.S. Safari Vehicle

  • Pop-up roof for 360° game viewing

  • Fridge / cooler box

  • Binoculars for every guest

  • Power outlets & onboard Wi-Fi (coverage permitting)

  • First-aid kit & safari guidebooks

  • Expert multilingual C.A.T.S. safari guide


🐾 Accommodation Options

Choose your preferred comfort level — all carefully selected for location, atmosphere, and wildlife access:

  • Economy

  • Comfort

  • Luxury

  • Superior Luxury

(Lodges & tented camps available in both Masai Mara & Amboseli)

Best hotels, safari lodges & tented camps at Masai Mara National Reserve & its adjacent private wildlife sanctuaries. Choose from Economy, Comfort, Luxury or Superior Luxury.

Economy level lodge/tented camp
  • Mara Chui Camp
  • Elangata Olerai Camp
  • Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
  • Olorien Mara Camp
  • Mara Duma Camp
Comfort level lodge/ tented camp
  • Mara Simba – Lodge Rooms
  • Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mara Leisure Camp
  • Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Prideinn Mara Camp
  • Osero Camp
  • Enkorok Mara Camp
  • AA Mara Lodge
  • La Maison Royale Mara Camp
  • Mara River Lodge
  • Basecamp Masai Mara
  • Sekenani Camp
  • Olengoti Eco Safari Camp
  • Julia’s River Camp
  • Mara Big Five Camp
  • Mara Sweet Acacia Lodge
  • Ol Kinyei Mara Tented Camp
  • Mara Kimana Camp
Luxury level lodge / tented camp
  • Mara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Sarova Mara Camp – Deluxe tents
  • Zebra Plains Mara Camp Camp
  • Kandili Camp
  • Naserian Mara Camp
  • Emayian Camp
  • Mara Simba – Tent Rooms
  • Mara River Camp
  • Mara Siria Camp
  • Mara Maisha Camp (Main Camp)
  • Keekorok Lodge
  • Matira Bush Camp
  • Loyk Mara camp
  • Fig Tree Camp-Ngamboli Tents
  • Enchipai Mara Camp
  • Kilima Camp Mara
Superior Luxury level lodge/ tented camp
  • Karen Blixen Camp
  • Sarova Mara Camp – Club tents
  • Mara Intrepids Camp
  • Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp
  • Mara Eden Safari Camp
  • Ashnil Mara Camp
  • Mara Crossings Camp
  • Saruni Mara Camp
  • Olare Mara Kempinski Camp
  • Porini Mara Camp
  • Entumoto Safari Camp
  • Kicheche Mara Camp
  • Mara Bushtop Luxury Camp
  • &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Camp
  • Entim Mara Camp
  • Mara Explorer Camp
  • Mara Eden Safari Camp
  • Sroi Mara Bush Camp
  • Fairmont Mara Safari Club
  • Basecamp Eagle View Camp
  • Saruni Leopard Hill Camp
  • Governors Camp Mara

Best hotels, safari lodges & tented camps at Amboseli National Park. Choose from Economy, Comfort, Luxury or Superior Luxury.

Economy level lodge/tented camp
  • Amboseli Sopa Lodge – Standard rooms
Comfort level lodge/ tented camp
  • Amboseli Sopa Lodge – Premium rooms
  • AA Amboseli Lodge
  • Sentrim Amboseli Camp
  • Penety Resort
  • Hunter’s Luxury Manor-Amboseli
Luxury level lodge/ tented camp
  • Amboseli Serena Lodge
  • Oltukai lodge
  • Kibo Safari Camp
  • Kilima Safari Camp
  • Oilepo Safari Lodge
Superior Luxury level lodge/ tented camp
  • Tulia Amboseli Safari Camp
  • Elerai Camp
  • Tawi lodge
  • Tortilis Camp
  • Porini Amboseli camp

Safari Includes

✔ Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a dedicated English or other language speaking driver/guide

✔ Nairobi pickup & drop-off
✔ Park entry fees
✔ Unlimited game drives
✔ All meals on safari
✔ Bottled drinking water
✔ Emergency Flying Doctors evacuation cover
✔ Government taxes & levies

Not Included:
✘ Soft drinks & alcohol
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Tips & gratuities


🐾 Answer the Call of the Wild

This is more than a safari.
It is a journey into Kenya’s living wilderness, crafted exclusively by Collective African Tours & Safaris.

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