The Ultimate 10-Day Kenya Safari and Great Migration Experience
Get ready for a wild ride through Kenya’s most iconic wildlife landscapes with our Kenya Safari Itinerary, designed to give you front-row seats to the legendary Great Migration while enjoying top-tier accommodations, game drives and local culture. At every turn you’ll feel immersed in nature’s drama and comfort combined.
Why choose this Kenya Safari Itinerary?
This safari blends the spectacle of the Great Migration with Kenya’s Big Five, dramatic landscapes and immersive wildlife encounters. Your journey spans the golden plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve, the sweeping vistas of Amboseli National Park and the colorful shores of Lake Nakuru National Park — all timed to maximize migration sightings, predator action and pure safari magic.
By selecting this Kenya Safari Itinerary, you’re joining a seamless, high-impact experience with expert guides, hand-picked lodges and a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.
Day-by-Day Breakdown
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi and transfer to Amboseli
You land in Nairobi and are greeted by your Trumpet Adventures guide who drives you south to Amboseli. Arriving in the late afternoon, you’ll relax at camp, enjoy views of Mt Kilimanjaro in the distance and take your first taste of Kenya’s wild terrain.
Meals: Lunch (in Nairobi), afternoon tea, dinner at lodge.
Accommodation options:
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Budget: Sentrim Amboseli Camp
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Mid-Range: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
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Luxury: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Day 2: Full-day game drives in Amboseli
Rise early and head out for dawn game drive in Amboseli’s sweeping open plains. Watch massive elephant herds with the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro behind. After a midday rest, take an afternoon drive to catch how the light plays on the landscape at golden hour. This day boosts your Kenya Safari Itinerary with the Big Five and incredible photo moments.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner at lodge.
Accommodation options: same as Day 1.
Day 3: Drive to Lake Nakuru via the Great Rift Valley
After breakfast you depart for Lake Nakuru, passing through the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive. This park is famed for its flamingo lagoons, tree-climbing lions and rhino sanctuary — a vibrant stop in your Kenya Safari Itinerary.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch (enroute), dinner at lodge.
Accommodation options:
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Budget: Lake Nakuru Lodge
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Mid-Range: Flamingo Hill Camp
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Luxury: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Day 4: Morning game drive at Lake Nakuru then transfer to Masai Mara
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, looking for black rhino and rare birds. After lunch you drive onwards to the Masai Mara ecosystem. Your Kenya Safari Itinerary ramps up in anticipation of the Great Migration.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch enroute, dinner in Masai Mara.
Accommodation options:
Day 5: Game drives in Masai Mara – migration focus
Today you explore the Masai Mara with early morning and late afternoon game drives. You are on the lookout for herds of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle converging for the Great Migration. The river crossings, predator-action and wide plains make this highlight terrain for your Kenya Safari Itinerary.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner at lodge.
Accommodation options: same as Day 4.
Day 6: Full-day Masai Mara – optional balloon safari
Wake before dawn for a spectacular balloon safari (optional) over the sweeping savannah, then continue game drives. Afternoon at leisure or visit a Masai village for cultural insights. This day elevates your Kenya Safari Itinerary with both wildlife and cultural depth.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation options: same as Day 4.
Day 7: Masai Mara to conservancy area & hidden river crossings
Move to a private conservancy adjacent to the Mara National Reserve. With fewer vehicles, you enjoy more flexible game drives focused on migration crossing points and predator action. This special touch in your Kenya Safari Itinerary delivers exclusivity and peak viewing.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch at camp, dinner.
Accommodation options:
Day 8: Early morning game drive – return to Masai Mara central
Take a dawn drive, then after lunch return to the central Mara region for final migration sightings. Use this day of your Kenya Safari Itinerary to capture sunset wildlife scenes and savor the wild rhythms of Africa.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation options: same as Days 4-6.
Day 9: Leisurely game drives and departure to Nairobi
Enjoy one final early game drive to absorb the wild energy of the Mara. After brunch, drive back to Nairobi. Spend the evening in a comfortable hotel, reflecting on your Kenya Safari Itinerary adventure and enjoying city comfort.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch in Nairobi, dinner.
Accommodation options:
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Budget: Sarova Panafric Hotel
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Mid-Range: Tamarind Tree Hotel
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Luxury: Hemingways Nairobi
Day 10: Departure or optional extension
You have breakfast at the hotel and then your Trumpet Adventures guide transfers you to the airport for your flight home. If you prefer to extend, we offer optional beach or Nairobi city tours. This final day wraps up your Kenya Safari Itinerary with ease and satisfaction.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: None (departure).
Safari Highlights
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Witness the Wildebeest and zebra herds of the Great Migration as they cross into Kenya’s Masai Mara.
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Track the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) across Amboseli and Lake Nakuru.
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Enjoy Maasai cultural visits and private-conservancy game drives.
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Luxurious to budget-friendly accommodations tailored to your comfort level.
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Expert Trumpet Adventures guides, flexible schedule and immersive safari experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What’s included:
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Game drives as per itinerary in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
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Professional English-speaking safari guide.
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Accommodation (see daily breakdown) on full board basis unless specified.
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Park and conservancy entry fees.
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Airport transfers and inter-camp transport.
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24/7 support from Trumpet Adventures team.
What’s not included:
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International flights to/from Kenya.
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Travel insurance.
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Visa for Kenya.
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Balloon safari (optional on Day 6).
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Personal items, gratuities and beverages outside of meals.
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Items of a personal nature.
Pricing Overview
Pricing depends on accommodation level and group size. As a rough guide:
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Budget level: from USD 3,200 per person (based on twin share).
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Mid-range level: from USD 4,500 per person.
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Luxury level: from USD 6,800+ per person.
Pricing may vary with season, group size and lodge availability. Contact Trumpet Adventures for current offers and early-bird discounts.
Q: When is the best time to enjoy this Kenya Safari Itinerary and Great Migration?
A: The optimal window in Kenya for the Great Migration is roughly July to October, when massive herds descend into the Masai Mara and dramatic river crossings occur. Wildlife densities, predator sightings and open scenery align at their peak in this season. Outside that window you can still enjoy excellent game drives but migration hotspots are less certain.
Q: Is 10 days enough to see the Great Migration and Big Five in Kenya?
A: Absolutely. This Kenya Safari Itinerary is designed to give you quality stays in key parks—Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara—without rushing. It combines migration focus with Big Five sightings and gives you time to absorb each location rather than only transit through. For many travellers, 10 days hits the sweet spot.
Q: What kind of vehicle and guide will we have?
A: You’ll ride in a purpose-built safari 4×4 vehicle with a pop-up roof for game-drives. Your English-speaking guide is local, experienced and passionate about wildlife; they know the parks’ rhythms, migration patterns and wildlife behaviours, so your Kenya Safari Itinerary becomes both educational and thrilling.
Q: How strenuous is this itinerary and can families join?
A: The itinerary avoids excessive long drives and allows rest periods. While safari days begin early (for dawn drives), the pace remains comfortable. Families, couples and single travellers are all very welcome. Children are best aged 6+ for full enjoyment, though earlier ages may join pending lodge policies.
Q: What should we pack and prepare for the Kenya Safari Itinerary?
A: Bring neutral-tone clothing, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and binoculars if you have them. Early mornings and evenings can feel cool, so pack a light fleece or jacket. A good camera with zoom is ideal for wildlife shots. Don’t forget insect repellent and a small day-pack for drives.
Q: Are flights between parks included?
A: No, this itinerary uses road transfers for clear scenery and affordability. If you prefer fly-in options (from Nairobi into Masai Mara, for example), Trumpet Adventures can upgrade the itinerary accordingly—just ask.
Q: How flexible is the itinerary?
A: While the order and destinations listed reflect optimal circulation, Trumpet Adventures can tailor the itinerary to your preferences, extension, group size or travel style. It remains your Kenya Safari Itinerary, crafted around your dreams.
Ready to Book Your Adventure?
This Kenya Safari Itinerary offers one of the most compelling wildlife travel experiences in Africa: the Great Migration spectacle, Big Five game drives and immersive stays. With Trumpet Adventures you’ll travel with confidence, comfort and deep wild connection. Reserve your dates early for prime migration availability and let the wild thrill begin.
