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Overview
This 11-day luxury safari and beach holiday offers an extensive journey through Kenya's premier wildlife parks, including the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli, culminating with a relaxing retreat on the pristine Diani Beach. This tour is meticulously crafted for discerning travelers seeking a comprehensive 'bush and beach' experience, featuring superior accommodations, diverse wildlife encounters, scenic train travel, and seamless arrangements by expert local guides.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Ideal for honeymooners, families, and individuals desiring an extended, high-quality Kenyan vacation that perfectly balances thrilling safari adventures with luxurious coastal relaxation.
- Pace of Travel: Leisurely to Moderate, with ample time in each park for in-depth exploration and several days dedicated to unwinding at Diani Beach.
- Interests: In-depth Big Five game viewing, witnessing the Great Migration (seasonal), rhino tracking, birdwatching, exploring Rift Valley lakes, enjoying iconic Kilimanjaro views, cultural interactions, and serene beach leisure with marine activities.
- Comfort Level: Luxury/Upper Mid-Range, featuring stays at renowned properties like Sarova Panafric, Zebra Plains Mara, Sarova Lion Hill, Lake Naivasha Sopa, Kibo Safari Camp, and Baobab Beach Resort.
- Focus: A premium, all-encompassing Kenyan journey blending classic safaris across diverse ecosystems with an indulgent coastal escape.
Key Tour Highlights
- Masai Mara Wildlife Spectacle: Two full days exploring the legendary Masai Mara, home to the Big Five and the Great Migration.
- Rift Valley Lakes & Activities: Discover Lake Nakuru (rhino sanctuary, flamingos) and Lake Naivasha (boat rides, Hell's Gate exploration).
- Amboseli's Elephants & Kilimanjaro: Witness large elephant herds against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Diani Beach Paradise: Three nights of relaxation at Baobab Beach Resort, Diani, including a dhow cruise to Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park.
- Scenic Train Journey: Experience a comfortable SGR train ride from Emali to Mombasa.
- Quality Accommodations Throughout: Enjoy stays at a mix of comfortable mid-range and luxury safari lodges and a premier beach resort.
Accommodation Style
Experience superior comfort and service throughout your extensive journey. Stays include Sarova Panafric Hotel (Nairobi), Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Lake Nakuru), Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Kibo Safari Camp (Amboseli), and Baobab Beach Resort (Diani), or similar establishments of a high mid-range to luxury standard, ensuring memorable and indulgent Kenyan holiday experiences.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Nairobi City: Initial comfortable city stay and pre-safari briefing.
- Masai Mara National Reserve: Unparalleled wildlife viewing, including the Big Five and the Great Migration.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: Rhino sanctuary, diverse birdlife, and unique landscapes.
- Lake Naivasha & Hell's Gate NP: Boat rides, walking safaris, and dramatic geothermal scenery.
- Amboseli National Park: Large elephant herds and iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Diani Beach: Pristine white sands, turquoise waters, and coral reefs.
- Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park: Excellent for snorkeling, dolphin watching, and dhow cruises.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), your local driver-guide will greet you with a 'Karibu Kenya!' and transfer you to your hotel. Relax and take in the vibrant images of Nairobi. (Meals: Dinner, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Sarova Panafric Hotel or similar mid-range hotel.
After breakfast, your driver will pick you up for the 5-6 hour journey to Masai Mara National Reserve. Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Arrive for lunch at your camp. Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for the Big Five and other wildlife. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast, head out with packed lunch for a full day of wildlife viewing. Explore the reserve, seeking the Great Migration (seasonal) and abundant wildlife. Picnic lunch along the Mara River. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
Enjoy an early breakfast. After checking out, have an en-route game drive. Visit a Maasai village (optional, extra cost) for a cultural glimpse. Leave for Lake Nakuru, arriving for lunch and check-in. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting rhinos, lions, and flamingos. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge or similar luxury lodge.
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive en route as you leave Lake Nakuru. Drive to Lake Naivasha (approx. 2 hours). Stop at Hell’s Gate National Park for optional bike riding or nature walks (extra cost). Arrive at your resort for check-in and lunch. Later, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Naivasha and a walk on Crescent Island. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or similar mid-range hotel.
After an early breakfast and check-out, leave Lake Naivasha for Amboseli National Park (approx. 5-hour drive). Stop to view Rift Valley scenery. Arrive for lunch and check-in. After relaxation, proceed for an afternoon game drive with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
Enjoy a full-day game drive in Amboseli. Your guide will ensure you view the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro from Observation Hill. Explore more animals like elephants, giraffes, and buffalos. Picnic lunch at a scenic spot. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)
Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After an early breakfast, check out. Adhere to timelines to arrive at Emali Train Station for the Madaraka Intercounty SGR Train to Mombasa (approx. 4 hours), reaching Mombasa terminus at 2:10 PM. Lunch will be on Mombasa Island (Swahili dishes). A driver will transfer you to Baobab Beach Resort in Diani. (Meals: All meals included, All drinks at beach resort - premium spirits may be extra)
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort or similar luxury resort.
Enjoy breakfast and spend the day relaxing at Baobab Beach Resort on the beautiful south coast beaches. The expansive compound has coconut palms and exotic trees. Enjoy lunch and an afternoon swim. (Meals: All meals included, Non-alcoholic drinks & spirits/liquor at beach resort - beer/wine may be extra)
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort or similar luxury resort.
You will be picked up at 7:10 AM for the Pilli Pipa dhow cruise at Wasini Island, featuring light breakfast, seafood lunch, and unlimited drinks. Watch for dolphins and turtles. Enjoy snorkeling at two stops. Seafood lunch on Wasini Island. Relax on the beach or visit Shimoni Caves (optional). Return to hotel around 6:00 PM. (Meals: All meals included, All drinks at beach resort - premium spirits may be extra)
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort or similar luxury resort.
After breakfast, transfer to Ukunda Airstrip for your flight to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your outbound flight. If your flight is late evening, a late check-out from Diani can be arranged (subject to availability). (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch, Drinking water)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Activities (as written in the itinerary)
- Entry fee
- Taxes
- A bottle of drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas