9 Days Kenya Big Five Honeymoon Safari

9 days, 8 nights · From USD 1,998 per person · Mid-range

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The 9-day Kenya honeymoon safari is a private Big Five trip for couples: three nights in the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, a Lake Naivasha boat ride and two nights in Amboseli, with romantic lodges and an optional sunrise balloon safari or bush dinner.

Duration
9 days, 8 nights
Price from
USD 1,998 per person
Tour type
Private
Departs
Nairobi
Parks
Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli National Park
Vehicle
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
Accommodation
Romantic lodges and tented camps
Park fees
not included

Highlights of the 9 Days Kenya Big Five Honeymoon Safari

  • 3 nights in the Masai Mara
  • Private vehicle and guide
  • Optional balloon safari and bush dinner
  • Add Diani beach for bush-and-beach

Itinerary: day by day

  1. Day 1: Arrive Nairobi

    Airport welcome and transfer to your hotel.

  2. Day 2: Nairobi – Masai Mara

    Drive or fly to the Mara, evening game drive.

  3. Day 3: Masai Mara

    Full-day game drive, optional bush dinner.

  4. Day 4: Masai Mara

    Optional sunrise balloon safari, game drives.

  5. Day 5: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru

    Transfer to Nakuru, afternoon drive.

  6. Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

    Morning drive, Naivasha boat ride.

  7. Day 7: Naivasha – Amboseli

    Drive to Amboseli.

  8. Day 8: Amboseli

    Game drives with Kilimanjaro views.

  9. Day 9: Amboseli – Nairobi

    Return to Nairobi for your flight or beach extension.

What is included and excluded?

Included

  • Private 4x4 transport
  • 8 nights accommodation
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Game drives
  • Airport transfers

Not included

  • Park fees
  • Flights
  • Balloon safari
  • Tips
  • Drinks

When is the best time for this safari?

June–October, January–February and December for a holiday honeymoon.

Masai Mara park fees for non-resident adults are USD 100/day (Jan–Jun) and USD 200/day (Jul–Dec). See our Masai Mara park fees guide.

Frequently asked questions

Where should we go on a Kenya honeymoon?

Combine the Masai Mara, with a balloon safari and a private camp, with Amboseli for Kilimanjaro views, then add 3–4 nights on Diani Beach for a bush-and-beach honeymoon.

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