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Overview
This 14-day safari and beach holiday offers an extensive exploration of Kenya's premier wildlife parks combined with a relaxing retreat on the idyllic Diani Beach. It is perfectly crafted for travelers seeking a comprehensive 'bush and beach' experience, featuring luxury accommodations, diverse wildlife encounters, and seamless travel arrangements by expert local guides.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Ideal for honeymooners, families, couples, and discerning travelers looking for an extended, high-quality Kenyan vacation that balances adventure with relaxation.
- Pace of Travel: Relaxed, with sufficient time in each park and several days dedicated to unwinding at the beach. Includes fly-in segment for Diani.
- Interests: In-depth wildlife viewing (Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo West), conservation experiences (chimpanzee sanctuary), iconic landscapes (Mt. Kilimanjaro views), and pristine white sandy beaches.
- Comfort Level: Luxury, featuring stays in renowned Serena Lodges, Sarova Camps, Sopa Resorts, and high-end beach resorts.
- Focus: A premium, all-encompassing Kenyan journey blending thrilling safaris with luxurious coastal relaxation.
Key Tour Highlights
- Comprehensive Wildlife Circuit: Explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy (chimpanzees, rhinos), Lake Nakuru (rhinos, flamingos), Masai Mara (Big Five, migration), Lake Naivasha, Amboseli (elephants, Kilimanjaro), and Tsavo West (Mzima Springs).
- Luxury Accommodations: Enjoy stays at some of Kenya's finest safari lodges and beach resorts, known for their exceptional service and stunning locations.
- Diani Beach Escape: Conclude your adventure with several days of leisure at the award-winning Diani Beach.
- Scenic Beauty: Witness the Equator crossing, Rift Valley views, the majesty of Mount Kilimanjaro, and the unique landscapes of Tsavo.
- Expert Local Guiding: Travel with experienced local guides who provide deep insights into wildlife, culture, and conservation.
Accommodation Style
Experience superior comfort and service throughout your journey. Stays are planned at luxury properties such as Emara Hotel Ole Sereni, Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Sarova Lion Hill, Sarova Mara Game Camp, Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, and Swahili Beach Resort, or similar establishments of exceptional standard, ensuring a memorable and indulgent Kenyan holiday.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Nairobi: Initial pre-safari briefing and comfortable city stay.
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit and rhino tracking.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: Rhino sanctuary and birdlife.
- Masai Mara National Reserve: World-renowned for Big Five and Great Migration.
- Lake Naivasha: Boat rides and walking opportunities.
- Amboseli National Park: Large elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
- Tsavo West National Park: Mzima Springs and diverse landscapes.
- Diani Beach: Pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and optional watersports.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), you will be warmly greeted by a local company representative. They will provide a pre-safari briefing and transfer you to your luxury hotel in Nairobi for an overnight stay. (Meals: Breakfast if arrival time allows for hotel check-in before breakfast service ends)
Accommodation: Emara Hotel Ole Sereni or similar luxury hotel.
After breakfast, travel north towards Nanyuki, with a memorable stop at the Equator line for photos. Proceed to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Check in at your luxury camp for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Jane Goodall Institute's Chimpanzee Sanctuary and enjoy a game drive in this conservancy, renowned for its rhinos. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for check-in and lunch at your luxury lodge. Spend the afternoon at leisure before an evening game drive around the soda lake, a haven for rhinos and (seasonally) flamingos. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge or similar luxury lodge.
After breakfast, check out and drive to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, traveling through the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury camp. After settling in, embark on an evening game drive until dusk. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
Enjoy a full day dedicated to exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives, or a full-day game drive with picnic lunches. Search for the Big Five and the myriad of other wildlife that inhabits this vast reserve. If your visit coincides with the Great Migration (July-September), the spectacle is awe-inspiring. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, depart the Mara for Lake Naivasha. Arrive in time for lunch at your resort. The afternoon offers opportunities for a leisurely walk within the lodge grounds, spotting resident giraffes, monkeys, and diverse birdlife. Optional activities like a boat ride to Crescent Island are available (extra cost). (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or similar mid-range to luxury hotel.
After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park, set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive in time for check-in and lunch at your luxury lodge. Spend the afternoon at leisure before an evening game drive, or opt for a visit to a local Maasai village (extra cost). (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or similar luxury lodge.
Spend the entire day exploring Amboseli National Park with morning and evening game drives. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds. Weather permitting, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Other wildlife includes buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, and various plains animals and birds. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or similar luxury lodge.
Check out after breakfast and depart for Tsavo West National Park. Arrive in time for check-in and lunch at your luxury lodge. Enjoy some mid-afternoon leisure before embarking on an afternoon game drive, which may include a visit to Mzima Springs, where you can view hippos and crocodiles from an underwater observatory. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or similar luxury lodge.
Enjoy a very early morning game drive for a chance to see nocturnal animals. After breakfast, depart for the Kenyan coast. You will be transferred to Diani Beach and check into your luxury beach resort for a late lunch. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore the beautiful beach. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Swahili Beach Resort or similar luxury beach resort.
Spend these two days at your own pace at the beach resort. Relax by the pool, stroll along the white sandy beaches, swim in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or indulge in optional activities such as watersports, snorkeling, diving, or excursions to Mombasa (all at extra cost). All meals will be served at the resort. (Meals: All meals included)
Accommodation: Swahili Beach Resort or similar luxury beach resort.
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the Ukunda Airstrip (Diani) for your domestic flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Upon arrival at Wilson, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your international flight back home. (Meals: Breakfast)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).
This day serves as a buffer for international flight schedules or allows for late departures. If departing today, airport transfer will be arranged accordingly. (Meals: Breakfast if overnighting from Day 13)
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