In 2026, seven days is considered the "minimum viable" duration for a satisfying Kenya safari. While you cannot see the entire country in a week, you can successfully visit two or three major parks without feeling too rushed. A classic 7-day itinerary typically includes 2 nights in Amboseli (famous for elephants and views of Kilimanjaro), 1 night at Lake Nakuru or Lake Naivasha for birdwatching and rhinos, and 3 nights in the Maasai Mara for the ultimate "Big Five" experience. To make 7 days work, it is highly recommended to "fly-in" to the parks using small bush planes (like SafariLink) rather than driving, which can take 5–6 hours between locations on bumpy roads. If you stay in a single region or use domestic flights, 7 days is enough to see an incredible density of wildlife. However, if you also wish to visit the coast (Mombasa or Diani Beach), you would realistically need to extend your trip to at least 10 or 12 days.