Lakes to Ocean Safari

13 days—Nairobi, Lake Naivasha, Lake Elementaita, Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Taita Hills, Diani Beach

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Safari summary

This is a 13-day journey through Kenya’s most breathtaking landscapes — from the Rift Valley’s shimmering lakes to the vast savannas of the Maasai Mara and onward to the turquoise shores of Diani. Glide on Lake Naivasha, marvel at flamingos on Lake Bogoria, and spot rhinos in Nakuru. Encounter lions and elephants on Mara’s golden plains, gaze at Kilimanjaro’s snowy peak in Amboseli, and watch wildlife from the stilted decks of Salt Lick Lodge. End in Diani’s coastal paradise — where coral reefs, dolphins, and white sands offer the perfect finale to your wild-to-ocean adventure.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Beaches
  • Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • Internal flights
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Hot air balloons
  • International flights
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi → Lake Naivasha

This morning, descend the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment as sunrise bathes the plains in gold. At Lake Naivasha, glide across mirror-still waters where hippos yawn and fish eagles cry overhead. Step onto Crescent Island for a walking safari among elegant giraffes and grazing zebras. As dusk falls, the lake shimmers in fiery hues — a tranquil beginning to your wild Kenyan odyssey.

Lake Naivasha Resort (Half Board)

Day 2: Lake Naivasha→Elementaitaita

Lake Nakuru

Journey through rolling farmlands to the shimmering silver of Lake Elementaita, where flamingos and pelicans glide over tranquil waters framed by rugged hills. Continue to Lake Nakuru, a wildlife haven of rhinos, leopards, and giraffes. On your afternoon game drive, watch buffalo wade and flamingos paint the lake pink beneath the setting sun — a perfect harmony of color, wilderness, and reflection.

Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa, Nakuru (Full Board)

Day 3: Lake Nakuru → Lake Bogoria

After breakfast, travel north to the geothermal wonder of Lake Bogoria, a steaming basin framed by rugged escarpments. Geysers hiss and hot springs bubble from the earth in a surreal dance of fire and mist. Along the lake’s mirrored edge, thousands of flamingos swirl like living petals against blue waters. Visit Alcaria Hot Springs, where the air shimmers with heat and color — red, gold, and sapphire — painting one of Kenya’s most otherworldly scenes.

Lake Bogoria Spa Resort (Full Board)

Day 4: Lake Bogoria → Maasai Mara

Masai Mara

Depart Bogoria after breakfast, traversing highlands dotted with farms and Maasai homesteads. By afternoon, descend into the vast, golden plains of the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s crown jewel of wildlife. Your first game drive in the Mara unfolds beneath a sky of molten amber — lions stretch lazily on termite mounds, elephants stride in family groups, and herds of wildebeest darken the horizon. As dusk falls, settle into your lodge and let the sounds of the African night lull you to rest.

Mara Sopa Lodge (Full Board)

Day 5: Full Day in Maasai Mara

Masai Mara

At dawn, the savannah stirs with life as mist drifts over golden grass. Set out for a sunrise game drive — lions on the prowl, cheetahs surveying from mounds, and elephants glowing in the soft light. Enjoy a picnic breakfast by the Mara River where hippos grunt and crocodiles glide silently. Later, wander deeper into the plains and visit a Maasai village for song, dance, and tradition. End your day by the campfire under a star-filled sky, the wild whispering in the night.

Mara Sopa Lodge (Full Board)

Day 6: Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha

Bid farewell to the Mara with a golden sunrise game drive, the plains glowing with morning light and herds moving gracefully across the horizon. Journey north through scenic hills, pausing for breathtaking Rift Valley views. Arrive at Lake Naivasha by afternoon — a tranquil retreat of calm waters and whispering acacias. Spend the evening relaxing by the pool or lakeshore as the sun sinks, painting the water in crimson and gold.

Lake Naivasha Resort (Full Board)

Day 7: Lake Naivasha → Amboseli

Amboseli

After breakfast, journey south through Maasai country toward Amboseli National Park, where the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the skyline. Arrive by mid-afternoon for your first game drive through marshes and open plains teeming with elephants, buffalo, and giraffes. As the sun dips, the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro glows pink against the evening sky — a scene that defines Africa’s timeless beauty.

Amboseli Sopa Lodge (Full Board)

Day 8: Full Day in Amboseli

Amboseli

Rise early to capture Kilimanjaro at sunrise, its slopes bathed in gold. Venture deep into the park’s habitats: elephants moving in stately herds, lions lounging under acacias, and crowned cranes striding across wetlands. Amboseli’s open landscapes make for exceptional photography and quiet moments with wildlife. Return to your lodge in the evening to enjoy dinner under the stars, serenaded by night birds and distant calls of hyenas.

Amboseli Sopa Lodge (Full Board)

Day 9: Amboseli → Taita Hills

Drive east through Tsavo’s red-earth landscapes to the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Arrive at the elevated Salt Lick Safari Lodge, a one-of-a-kind retreat built on stilts above a waterhole that draws wildlife throughout the day and night. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, watching elephants bathe and antelopes drink as the sun paints the hills in amber light. Evening from your balcony brings close, magical encounters — nature’s theatre unfolding right below you.

Salt Lick Safari Lodge (Full Board)

Day 10 : Taita Hills Exploration

Spend a tranquil day exploring the sanctuary. Take an early morning game drive, followed by relaxed birdwatching or photography sessions from the lodge’s panoramic decks. In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely rest before heading out again for a sunset drive. At night, gather at the viewing decks where the floodlit waterhole reveals nocturnal visitors — elephants, buffalo, and perhaps a leopard slipping silently from the shadows.

Salt Lick Safari Lodge (Full Board)

Day 11: Taita Hills → Diani Beach

After breakfast, journey down to Kenya’s tropical south coast, where the wilderness gives way to the turquoise Indian Ocean. Arrive at Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, set among palm gardens and powder-white sands. Spend the afternoon swimming, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the ocean breeze from your veranda. The scent of frangipani and salt air mark your transition from safari adventure to seaside serenity.

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa (Full Board)

Day 12: Marine Adventure and Ocean

Set out for a full-day marine safari to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park or Wasini Island. Sail by dhow or motorboat over crystalline waters, snorkel among coral gardens, and watch playful dolphins arc beside your boat. Sea turtles glide below as colorful fish swirl around coral heads. Enjoy a Swahili-style seafood lunch on the island, then return to Diani for a leisurely evening — cocktails by the beach and a stroll under a velvet sunset sky.

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa (Half Board)

Day 13: Diani Beach (Leisure/Depart

Your final morning is for unhurried pleasures — a spa massage, a dip in the warm ocean, or one last barefoot walk along the surf. Optional activities include kite surfing, deep-sea fishing, or curio shopping for coastal souvenirs. Later, transfer to Ukunda Airstrip or Moi International Airport (Mombasa) for your onward journey, carrying with you the memory of Kenya’s seamless blend of wild lakes, open plains, and ocean paradise.

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