Kenya’s Ultimate Safari_Beach
13 days—Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, and Diani Beach
$3840-4995 USD
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Safari summary
This is a 13-day journey through Kenya’s most iconic landscapes, blending thrilling safaris with coastal bliss. From the legendary plains of Maasai Mara National Reserve, where lions prowl and elephants roam, you travel to the serene shores of Lake Naivasha, alive with hippos and birdlife. Continue to Amboseli National Park, famed for vast elephant herds beneath Mount Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak. Venture into the rugged wilderness of Tsavo West National Park, with volcanic ridges and the crystal waters of Mzima Springs, before heading to the rolling green hills of Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, where Salt Lick Safari Lodge overlooks a bustling waterhole. Finally, trade the rhythm of the wild for the turquoise waters and soft white sands of Diani Beach, where five days of relaxation and adventure on the Indian Ocean coast bring your odyssey to a perfect close.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Beaches
- Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Internal flights
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi → Maasai Mara
Masai Mara
Arrive in Nairobi and set off for the legendary Maasai Mara, descending through the Great Rift Valley with sweeping escarpment views. Arrive at Keekorok Lodge for lunch before your first game drive across golden plains alive with elephants, lions, and perhaps a cheetah on the hunt. As the sun dips, return for dinner with the wild sounds of the Mara echoing into the night.
Keekorok Lodge
Day 2: Maasai Mara –Full Day Safari
Masai Mara
Wake to the Mara’s orchestra of lions and birds. Spend a full day exploring endless plains where wildebeest graze, giraffes stride, and predators stalk. Enjoy a picnic amid the wild, then continue your game drive as amber light softens the landscape. Return to Keekorok Lodge for dinner, the night alive with distant roars and the rhythm of the bush.
Keekorok Lodge
Day 3: Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru
Bid farewell to the Mara and journey through the Rift Valley toward tranquil Lake Naivasha. Arrive at the Country Club for lunch before an optional boat ride among hippos and fish eagles. Stroll manicured gardens with playful monkeys as the lake mirrors a violet-gold sunset. Dinner by the shore completes your lakeside retreat.
Lake Naivasha Country Club
Day 4: Lake Naivasha → Amboseli
After breakfast, drive south through Maasai homesteads toward Amboseli, with Mount Kilimanjaro gradually rising on the horizon. Settle at Amboseli Serena for lunch, then head out on a game drive to witness massive elephant herds against Africa’s tallest mountain. Return for dinner as the sunset paints Kilimanjaro in fiery hues.
Lake Naivasha Country Club
Day 5: Amboseli → Tsavo West
Tsavo
Greet dawn with Kilimanjaro glowing above Amboseli. After breakfast, drive into Tsavo West’s rugged volcanic landscapes and arrive at Kilaguni Serena, overlooking a bustling waterhole. In the afternoon, visit Mzima Springs, where hippos and crocodiles thrive in crystal pools. End the evening watching wildlife at the floodlit waterhole before a starlit dinner.
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
Day 6: Tsavo West → Taita Hills
After breakfast, journey south into Taita Hills, where rolling green slopes welcome you. Arrive at Salt Lick Safari Lodge, uniquely raised above a waterhole alive with elephants and buffalo. After lunch, explore the sanctuary’s plains on a game drive, spotting lions and giraffes. Spend the evening dining as wildlife gathers dramatically below your stilted lodge.
Salt Lick Safari Lodge
Day 7: Taita Hills → Diani Beach
Wake to birdsong and elephant calls before heading east to the coast. As savannah gives way to palm-fringed shores, arrive at Neptune Paradise Resort on Diani Beach. The turquoise sea and soft sands invite you to unwind. Swim, stroll, or simply relax beneath palms before enjoying all-inclusive coastal dining with the ocean breeze as your soundtrack.
Neptune Paradise Resort and spa
Day 8: Arrival at Diani Beach
Settle into paradise as the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean greet you. Neptune Paradise Resort becomes your coastal haven—sink your toes into powdery white sand, cool off in the ocean, or simply lounge beneath palms as the salty breeze whispers of relaxation.
Neptune Paradise Resort and spa
Day 9: Ocean Adventures
Awake to the sound of waves and spend the day exploring Diani’s underwater wonders. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs alive with tropical fish, or dive deeper to meet graceful rays and turtles. Return to the resort for cocktails by the pool as sunset paints the sky gold.
Neptune Paradise Resort and spa
Day 10: Kisite–Mpunguti Marine
Board a traditional dhow and sail across sparkling waters to Kisite Marine Park. Watch playful dolphins ride the waves beside you before enjoying a Swahili-style seafood feast on Wasini Island. End the day with a moonlit stroll along Diani’s glowing shoreline.
Neptune Paradise Resort and spa
Day 11: Leisure and Indulgence
This day is yours to embrace pure relaxation. Lounge with a book under swaying palms, pamper yourself with a spa treatment, or join a beach volleyball match. As evening falls, dine by the ocean with the rhythm of the waves setting the mood.
Neptune Paradise Resort and spa
Day 12: Coastal Serenity
On your final full day, savor every moment of Diani’s charm. Take a sunrise walk along the soft sands, let the tide lap at your feet, or enjoy water sports in the turquoise lagoon. Celebrate your journey with a sunset toast, the ocean breeze wrapping up your coastal escape.
Neptune Paradise Resort and spa
Day 13: Departure
Savor one last walk along Diani’s shore before your transfer to Ukunda Airstrip. Fly back to Nairobi for your onward international journey, carrying memories of the Mara’s lions, Amboseli’s giants, Tsavo’s rugged beauty, and the soothing Indian Ocean waves—a true Kenyan odyssey.
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