Duration
11 Days
Destination
Kenya
Style
Tailor-Made
Best For
Wildlife & Adventure
Women-Led · Custom-Made Luxury Safaris · Exclusive African Wilderness Escapes
Overview
Give the Maasai Mara four nights at the start of this eleven-day holiday, then move through Lake Naivasha to Amboseli. The lake changes the pace between game-viewing areas, and two nights in Amboseli let you explore its wetlands. A flight towards the coast brings you to Diani for the final three nights.
Trip Highlights
Maasai Mara: three full days of Big Five game drives
Lake Naivasha: boat safari, Hell's Gate, and Crescent Island
Amboseli: elephant herds and Kilimanjaro backdrop
Diani Beach: three nights on Africa's finest beach
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park: dolphins and coral reefs
Scenic flight Amboseli–Mombasa (included)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Drive from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara. Arrive for lunch and afternoon game drive: even on arrival the Big Five are regularly sighted.
Day 2Maasai Mara – Full Day
Full day of game drives in the Mara. Morning predator tracking, lunch by the river, afternoon following the great wildebeest herds across the golden plains.
Day 3Maasai Mara – Full Day
Visit the Mara Triangle: exceptional lion encounters and spectacular river crossing site. Optional Maasai village visit in the evening.
Day 4Maasai Mara – Full Day
Third full day in the Mara: your guide's local knowledge deepens the experience each day. Morning guided walk with a Maasai ranger; afternoon following the big cats. Farewell sundowner in the reserve.
Day 5Maasai Mara – Lake Naivasha
Drive from the Mara east to Lake Naivasha (approx. 3 hrs). Arrive for a late lunch and afternoon hippo boat safari on the lake.
Day 6Lake Naivasha – Amboseli
Morning cycling in Hell's Gate National Park or a Crescent Island walk. Drive south to Amboseli (approx. 3.5 hrs). Arrive for a late lunch and afternoon game drive beneath Kilimanjaro.
Day 7Amboseli – Full Day
Full day in Amboseli: early morning drives for cloud-free Kilimanjaro views and elephant herds at the swamp. Afternoon lion and cheetah tracking on the open plains.
Day 8Amboseli – Flight to Mombasa – Diani Beach
Morning game drive then fly from Amboseli to Mombasa. Transfer south to Diani Beach. Arrive in time for a late lunch and your first evening on the Indian Ocean coast.
Day 9Diani Beach – At Leisure
Full day at the beach: swim, snorkel over the coral reef, kayak, or simply relax in the shade of a casuarina tree. Optional sunset dhow cruise.
Day 10Diani Beach – Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park
Full-day boat excursion to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park: snorkelling above pristine coral reefs and swimming with dolphins in the warm blue water. Lunch on Wasini Island.
Day 11Diani Beach – Departure
Morning at leisure for a final walk on the beach. Transfer to Moi International Airport, Mombasa, for your departure. End of services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All accommodation as specified (Full Board for safari, Half Board or All-Inclusive at beach)
- Airport and hotel transfers throughout
- Expert safari guide for all bush sections
- All park and reserve entry fees (safari sections only)
- Mineral water during all game drives
- Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
Not Included
- International flights and any domestic or regional flights not expressly listed as included in your confirmed quote
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where required for your passport
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Beverages outside the included lodge or resort drinks package, including premium selections where excluded
- Personal items (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs)
- Optional activities, extra excursions and upgrades not listed as included in your confirmed itinerary
- Any costs arising from flight delays or itinerary changes
- Meals outside the meal plan stated for each day of this itinerary
Good to Know
Your route covers Maasai Mara, Naivasha, Amboseli & Diani Beach. The arrival arrangements on Day 1 and the final-day transfer form part of this itinerary; share your flight times with us before booking so we can check the connections.
Entry documents: check the passport, visa and entry-permission requirements for Kenya before travel. Requirements depend on your passport and can change. We confirm the planned crossings and arrival points with your itinerary.
The proposed route includes flight transfers on Day 8. Ask us to confirm the exact flight legs, fares and baggage allowance in your quote; an itinerary reference alone is not confirmation that an airfare is included.
Allow time for the road journeys shown in the daily plan. Driving times are estimates, with stops, road conditions affecting the day. Tell us about mobility needs or a preference for shorter travel days while we plan the route.
Ask us to confirm the scope and validity of any operator-arranged emergency evacuation cover for this route. Keep your own comprehensive medical and travel insurance suitable for the countries and activities in your itinerary.
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What Our Clients Say
Rated 5 stars on TripAdvisor by travellers from across the world.
An excellent trip to parts of Kenya that are not on the main tourist routes, northern Kenya. Everything went smoothly Victor and Abdi, took care of everything. The choice of accommodation provided a great range of experiences. I would recommend Saringi to anyone.
read moreGot to see lots of animals and the experience was out of this world .
read moreI had an absolutely wonderful time in Kenya, all thanks to Millcent / Saringi Travel. From the incredibly friendly and reliable communication, to the flexible and thoughtful travel planning, all the way to the outstanding care on the ground, everything was simply perfect. I always felt well taken care of and in the best hands. What impressed me most was not only their professionalism, but also the sheer beauty of the entire experience. I'm still completely in awe! Thank you Millcent and thank you Letaloi!!!
read moreI booked my birthday trip to Diani with Saringi Tours, and it was an unforgettable experience for my friends and me. From start to finish, Saringi Tours impressed us with their professionalism and warmth.
read more8 days of fun and fantastic experiences. The whole trip was amazing. Mike was an excellent driver and guide with great knowledge of the area. Highly recommend Saringi Tours.
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