Black rhino and zebras sharing a waterhole

Big Five Classic

9 days · Kenya

Nine days across the Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli — the complete Kenyan portrait, and the best odds of all five.

Highlights

  • Three contrasting ecosystems in one journey
  • Rhino at Nakuru, tuskers at Amboseli, cats in the Mara
  • A private guide who stays with you throughout

Who this journey suits

Travelers who want one comprehensive journey — the classic parks, the classic species, done properly.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Nairobi

    Arrive, meet your guide, and rest ahead of an early start.

  2. Days 2–3

    Lake Nakuru

    Rhino, flamingos, and Rift Valley views from the escarpment.

  3. Days 4–6

    Maasai Mara

    Three full days with the big cats — the heart of the journey.

  4. Days 7–8

    Amboseli

    Elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro; dawn photography at the swamps.

  5. Day 9

    Depart

    Return to Nairobi for your flight home.

What's included

  • All park fees
  • Private guide and 4x4 throughout
  • Full-board lodges and camps

Not included

  • International flights
  • Gratuities

Best time to go

Excellent June to March; the dry months make sightings easier.

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Make this journey yours

Adjust the pace, camps, and duration — a specialist will shape it around you.