10 Days of Kenya Safari & Beach Holiday

Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo West, Tsavo East, Mombasa
10 Days 9 Nights

Safari Overview

A 10-day Kenya safari and beach holiday, for the best of the country’s wildlife and landscapes. Begin your safari tour in Masai Mara, where you’ll encounter the Big Five and maybe witness the Great Migration (seasonal). Then, visit Lake Nakuru, a birdwatcher’s paradise known for its flamingos and rhino sanctuary, before heading to Lake Naivasha. Optionally enjoy a boat ride to see hippos and view birds or explore Crescent Island on foot.

After that head to the Amboseli National Park, set against the picturesque backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, followed by game drives in Tsavo West, home to volcanic landscapes and Mzima Springs. Continue to Tsavo East, where you’ll find the famous red elephants and a variety of wildlife like giraffes, antelopes, ostriches, and others roaming the savannahs.

Your safari adventure concludes in Mombasa, where you can unwind on the white sandy beaches, soak up the sun, and participate the vibrant coastal culture.

Safari Highlights

  • Masai Mara – 3 Nights: Zebra Plains or Basecamp/ Sarova Mara or Ashnil Mara/Mara Bush Camp (Private Wing)
  • Lake Nakuru – 1 Night: Sarova Woodlands Hotel/Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
  • Lake Naivasha – 1 Night: Naivasha Sopa Lodge/Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Amboseli – 2 Nights: Kibo Safari Camp or Amboseli Serena / Ol Tukai Lodge
  • Tsavo West – 1 Night: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
  • Tsavo East – 1 Night: Ashnil Aruba

 

Activities: Game viewing, photography, nature walk, sightseeing, birding and beach.

 

Detailed Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara (Approx. 5 Hours)

You will be picked up by our tour guide/driver on arrival at JKIA. Depart for Mara immediately to arrive in time for lunch. Later have a game drive from 3 p.m. till 6 p.m. Note – You will have 2-3 stopovers on this day

Overnight: Zebra Plains or Basecamp/ Sarova Mara Game Camp or Ashnil Mara/ Mara Bush Camp

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 2 & 3: Maasai Mara – Full day

Spend these 2 days with extensive full-day game drives in search of the big five and many other wildlife that inhabits these beautiful savannah plains. There will be picnic lunch on the banks of Mara River. Alternatively, have morning and afternoon game drives Optional activities: Hot air balloon & guided nature walks

Overnight: Zebra Plains or Basecamp/ Sarova Mara Game Camp or Ashnil Mara/ Mara Bush Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 4: Masai Mara – Transfer to Lake Nakuru (Approx. 5 hours)

After breakfast, depart Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru. Check in at the lodge and have lunch. Later, afternoon game drive to see a variety of wildlife including the endangered white Rhino and black rhino found in this park. Other animals to see include lion, leopard, buffalo, giraffe and a good number of birds.

Overnight: Sarova Woodlands/ Sarova Lion Hill Game Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Transfer to Lake Naivasha (Approx. 2 hours)

Have breakfast then head out to Lake Naivasha with a game drive as you depart. The afternoon is spent with a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to Crescent Island and a guided nature walk.

Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge or Lake Naivasha Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 6: Lake Naivasha – Transfer to Amboseli (Approx. 5-6 hours)

After breakfast, depart Naivasha for Amboseli National Park. You will have lunch en route. Once you arrive at the park, you will enjoy a game drive. Look out for large herds of elephants, lions, leopard, gazelles, wild dogs and the magnificent view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp or Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 7: Amboseli – Full Day

Spend this day with morning and afternoon game drives with stay in the lodge in between.

Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp or Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Amboseli – Transfer to Tsavo West (Approx. 2-3 hours)

Have breakfast then depart for Tsavo West to arrive before lunchtime. Immediately have a game drive as you head to the camp for lunch. In the afternoon visit Mzima Springs where you may view the crocodiles and hippos swimming underwater.

Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 9: Tsavo West – Transfer to Tsavo East (Approx. 2 hours)

After Breakfast, have a short game drive before departing for Tsavo East. You will arrive by mid-morning. Afternoon game drive is at 3/4p.m.

Overnight: Ashil Aruba Lodge

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 10: Tsavo East – Transfer to Mombasa (Approx. 2 hours)

Have breakfast then depart for a final game drive as you leave the park for Mombasa. You will have lunch en-route and be dropped off at hotel/residence to end the safari.

Notes:

Accommodation and tickets are subject to availability

Inclusive of;

  • All taxes/VAT
  • Park fees into all mentioned parks
  • Accommodation and meals as mentioned in the tour description
  • Drinking water while on game drives
  • Transportation in a 4*4 Land cruiser with pop-up roof to facilitate game viewing and photography
  • Romantic Sundowner in Maasai Mara & Honeymoon cake in Mara & Diani
  • All game drives as mentioned in the tour description
  • Services of a professional an English-speaking driver/guide
  • Internal flight; Diani – Nairobi
  • Airport transfer in Diani

 

Exclusive of;

  • International flights from home and back
  • Tips & porterage
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Travel insurance
  • Other personal items
  • Optional Activities: (Balloon ride: $450 per person, Maasai Village visit: $20 per person and Dolphin excursion)
10 Days of Kenya Safari & Beach Holiday
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