Wildebeest leaping into the Mara River during the Great Migration, Kenya

Masai Mara & Amboseli Classic

Big cats on the Mara and elephants beneath Kilimanjaro.

7 days Kenya Best · Year-round; migration July to October Private departureFrom $3,950 per person

What this journey holds.

A week combining Kenya's two most famous reserves. Fly into the Masai Mara for three nights of game drives along the river, then continue to Amboseli for the elephant herds and views of Kilimanjaro.

Group size
Private departure, 2–6 guests
Vehicle
Custom 4×4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
Guide
Licensed English-speaking driver-guide
Pace
Moderate, with early starts and unhurried sightings
Fitness
Easy; no walking required

Three that we build the days around.

Game drives along the Mara River

Big cats on the open plains

Elephants with Kilimanjaro behind them

A rhythm, not a rigid schedule.

Every day bends around the animals, the light, and how you like to travel. This is our starting shape.

  1. 01
    Arrive Nairobi

    Meet and greet, transfer to a quiet garden hotel.

  2. 02
    Fly to the Masai Mara

    Light aircraft to the Mara, afternoon game drive.

  3. 03
    Masai Mara

    Full day on the plains, with timing set by the guide and the wildlife.

  4. 04
    Masai Mara

    Optional balloon flight at dawn, then the river in season.

  5. 05
    Fly to Amboseli

    Afternoon among the elephant herds of the swamps.

  6. 06
    Amboseli

    Early drive for the clearest Kilimanjaro views.

  7. 07
    Departure

    Fly back to Nairobi for onward flights.

Nothing on the day of the shoot but the shoot itself.

  • Private 4×4 vehicle and professional English-speaking guide
  • Hand-picked lodges and camps, full board on safari
  • Park and conservation fees as listed in the itinerary
  • Airport meet and all ground transfers
  • 24/7 support from our team while you travel
  • Scheduled light-aircraft flights within Kenya
Not included
  • International flights and visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Optional activities (balloon safari, walking safari, cultural visits)
  • Tips for your guide and lodge staff
  • Personal items, laundry and telephone charges

Kenya, through the year.

July to October for the migration in the Mara; January to February is also dry and excellent.

This is a sample itinerary. Our specialists will confirm dates, permits and final pricing with you.

Frames from recent departures.

Wildebeest leaping into the Mara River during the Great Migration, Kenya
Amboseli National Park in Kenya with Mount Kilimanjaro on the horizon
Reticulated giraffe feeding in Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

Signature Luxury

The most storied camps, the deepest access, and a private guide throughout.

Explore this style

Signature Luxury pairs the photographic craft of PRO GUIDES with the finest accommodations on the continent - Singita, Wilderness, Time + Tide and their peers. A private guide is with you from the moment you land to the moment you leave.

  • Named guide throughout the journey
  • Private concession & off-road access
  • Helicopter transfers where useful
  • Premium camps: Singita, Wilderness, Time + Tide
  • In-suite dining, sommelier wine selection
Guest voices
“Our guide gave us the two most extraordinary weeks of our lives. Every morning was thought through - the light, the position, the story. We came home with photographs we'll frame for the rest of our lives.”

Anna & Peter Halvorsen · Oslo · Great Migration, 2025

From first note to first game drive.

Four steps, no pressure, and a human on the other end of every message.

01

Tell us your dates

Share travel dates, group size and what you most want to see. We reply within 24 hours.

02

We shape the route

A tailored itinerary with camp options at three price points, and honest advice on season and pacing.

03

Confirm and prepare

A 30% deposit secures camps and park permits. We send packing, camera and health notes.

04

Arrive and travel

Met at the airport, driven by your own guide, supported on the ground for the whole journey.

Before you ask.

How many people share a vehicle?
Every departure is private. Your party has the whole 4×4 to itself with a guaranteed window seat and pop-up roof for each guest.
Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes. Every route here is a starting shape. We regularly extend nights, swap camps, add Zanzibar or restructure days around photography light.
What does the price depend on?
Season, group size and camp category. The quoted rate is a per-person guide for two travellers sharing in mid-season; we confirm exact pricing with your dates.
What is the payment schedule?
A 30% deposit confirms the booking, with the balance due 45 days before arrival. Bank transfer and card payments are both accepted.
Is it suitable for children or older travellers?
Yes. We adjust drive lengths, road transfers and lodge choices to suit families and to keep travel comfortable at any age.
What should I pack for photography?
A long lens (400mm+), a wide zoom, spare cards and batteries. We supply bean bags in every vehicle and can arrange charging in the field.

Let's shape this journey around you.

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