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12 Days 11 Nights Kenya Safari and Beach Holiday Experience

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KENYA SAFARI AND BEACH HOLIDAY PACKAGE
Duration 12 Days / 11 Nights
Indicative Rate From USD 4,911 - USD 7,441
Overview

A closer look at the experience.

12 DAYS KENYA SAFARI AND BEACH HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE

OVERVIEW

Experience the ultimate 12-day Kenya journey combining thrilling safaris and coastal relaxation. Begin with unforgettable game drives in the legendary Maasai Mara, then unwind by Lake Naivasha before heading to Amboseli for close-up views of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. Continue to the volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West, then board a first-class SGR train to Mombasa and relax for four nights on the white sands of Diani Beach. With private transfers, luxury stays, and seamless connections, this itinerary blends adventure, nature, and beach bliss into one incredible African holiday.

Destinations: Maasai Mara (3 nights) →Naivasha(1 night) - Amboseli (2 nights) → Tsavo West (1 night) → Diani Beach(4 nights)

Transport: 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser from Nairobi to Masai Mara, Naivasha, Amboseli & Tsavo West → First-Class SGR to Mombasa → Private coastal transfers → Ukunda to JKIA domestic flight

UPDATES 2025 RATES; 12 DAYS 11 NIGHTS KENYA SAFARI AND BEACH HOLIDAY PACKAGE

PER PERSON SHARING

PER PERSON SINGLE OCCUPANCY

VALIDITY

USD 4,911

USD 7,441

1st July 2026 -31st October 2026

NOTE;

- Rates are in US Doller ($)

- Rates Are Quoted In Per Person Sharing Basis

- EA Resident Rates Apply

- Cultural Tours & Hot Air Balloon Safari Available at Extra Cost

- AIR SAFARI AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

T/C’s Apply

Day by Day

The journey, step by step.

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara: Scenic Drive and First Afternoon Game Drive

Your adventure begins early in the morning—our driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel or airport in Nairobi by 6:00 AM. You’ll be riding in a custom-designed 4x4 safari Land Cruiser, built for comfort and panoramic game viewing.

As you leave Nairobi behind, watch the cityscape fade into open savannahs and charming rural towns. You'll pause briefly at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photos of the escarpment and then continue towards Narok town, where you'll stretch and grab refreshments.

From Narok, the terrain changes into rugged paths lined with acacia trees and scattered wildlife, your first taste of the wild. You’ll arrive in the Maasai Mara around 1:00 PM, just in time for lunch at your lodge.

In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive. The Mara never disappoints—expect herds of zebras, elegant giraffes, gazelles, and with some luck, your first lion or cheetah sighting. As the golden African sun sets over the plains, you'll return to your lodge for dinner and your first night in the wild.

Overnight: Mid-range safari lodge in Maasai Mara

Masai Mara Road
Day 2

Morning & Afternoon Gamedrive

This day is fully dedicated for full day Mara’s incredible biodiversity. You’ll have both morning and afternoon game drives—timed perfectly when animals are most active.

Watch elephants cross the Mara River, follow lion tracks through the grass, and if you're visiting during the migration (July–October), prepare to witness the Great Migration—a jaw-dropping movement of wildebeests and zebras.

In between, return to your lodge for a relaxing lunch and perhaps a swim or a short nap. One afternoon, we recommend visiting a Maasai village—learn about their culture, traditional dances, and unique way of life.

Optional: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise (additional cost)

Masai Mara Road
  • Morning & Afternoon Gamedrive
Day 3

Full Day Gamedrive

After breakfast, head out with packed lunch for a full day gamedrive in Masai Mara, you might witness the predators hunting down their preys and the large herds of wild animals roaming the vast landscapes of the mara. If you have travelling on the great migration period, you might witness the world most dramatic scene in action. You will have lunch in a designated site within the reserve, before continuing with your safari until evening where you will return to your lodge fr diner and overnight stay.
Masai Mara Road
Day 4

Masai Mara-Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, you’ll bid farewell to the Mara and drive towards Lake Naivasha, nestled in the Great Rift Valley. The drive takes about 4 hours (approx. 200 km), and you'll arrive just in time for lunch at a peaceful lakeside resort.

In the afternoon, hop on a boat safari on Lake Naivasha—watch hippos grunt in the shallows, see fish eagles swoop for their catch, and enjoy the calm breeze as you glide past grazing antelopes on Crescent Island. You might even walk among giraffes and zebras with no fences!

Optional: Hell’s Gate National Park cycling or hiking

Overnight: Mid range lodge in Naivasha

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner


Naivasha Road
  • Boat riding
Day 5

Lake Naivasha to Amboseli

You’ll hit the road early once again as you journey southeast to Amboseli National Park, about 5.5 hours away (approx. 327 km). Along the way, enjoy changing landscapes—from fertile highlands to the drier savannahs of southern Kenya.

Arrive at your Amboseli lodge in time for lunch and a bit of relaxation. Later in the afternoon, set off on a game drive through the dusty plains of Amboseli, famous for its massive elephant herds and those breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

As the sun begins to drop, you’ll stop at a scenic viewpoint to soak in the silhouette of Africa’s tallest peak. It’s a moment worth remembering.

Overnight: Mid range Safari Camp

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner


Amboseli National Park Road
  • Afternoon gamedrive
Day 6

Full Day Gamedrives

Wake up to a postcard view of snow-capped Kilimanjaro, and set out for morning and afternoon game drives. The swampy areas of Amboseli contrast beautifully with its arid plains—perfect for spotting wildlife year-round.

You might visit Observation Hill for a panoramic view of the park or spend your afternoon visiting a nearby Maasai homestead. The rhythm of life here is peaceful and deeply connected to the land.

Optional: Nature walk with Maasai guides

Overnight: Same lodge

Meal Plan: 3 Meals ( Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Amboseli National Park Road
  • Full Day Gamedrive
Day 7

Amboseli to Tsavo West

After breakfast, drive for 2.5 to 3 hours (approx. 130 km) to Tsavo West, one of Kenya’s most scenic and diverse parks.

Upon arrival, check-in and head out to explore highlights like Mzima Springs, where clear waters bubble from underground streams and attract crocodiles and hippos. The park is dotted with lava flows, rocky ridges, and acacia woodland.

Tsavo West is also home to the red elephants—coated in rust-colored dust—and rare species like fringe-eared oryx. Enjoy your final bush sunset here.

Scenic: Shetani Lava Flows, Chyulu Hills backdrop

Overnight: Safari lodge inside Tsavo West

Tsavo West National Park Road
  • Afternoon Gamedrives
Day 8

Tsavo West-Diani Beach

After a short morning game drive, you’ll exit the park and head to Voi SGR Station, a smooth 2-hour drive. Board the first-class SGR train to Mombasa, a scenic and comfortable journey that takes about 4.5 hours.

Your private driver will meet you at the station and transfer you across the bypass road directly to Diani Beach (approx. 1–1.5 hours). Arrive at your beach resort in time to dip your feet into the Indian Ocean and unwind.

Meal Plan: All-Inclusive(Meals, beverages, snacks & room service)

Diani Train
Day 9

Four days to do absolutely everything—or absolutely nothing. Diani offers turquoise waters, powdery white sand, and palm-shaded resorts perfect for honeymooners, families, or solo travelers.

Overnights: Beach resort on all inclusive basis

Day 10

Optional Beach Excursions

This day is flexible, you may opt to have some beach and city excursions,

Best excursions options9Extra cost);

  1. Mombasa City Tour
  2. Diani Beach tour
  3. Wasini dhow cruise tour
  4. Full Day Malindi city tour with marafa hells kitchen, gede ruins Chale island tour.

If you chose any of the options, you will be picked from your hotel and transferred to those sites for either full day ot half day tour and later return to your resort for dinner and overnight stay.

Diani Road
Day 11

Beach Relaxation

After breakfast, you may opt to unwind by the pool or have a beach walk, you can also enjoy some beach games like volley.
Diani
  • Beach Activities
Day 12

Departure; Diani-Nairobi

After breakfast, your private driver will transfer you to Ukunda Airstrip, just a 15–20 min drive from your resort. Board a scheduled flight to Nairobi JKIA, arriving in time to catch your international flight or onward connection.

Diani Air
Planning Notes

What's included.

  • 11 Nights’ Accommodation
  • Meals on Full Board (Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner) while at safari and All-inclusive while at Diani
  • PrivateTransport in a 4x4 Safari Landcruiser
  • Services of a professional Driver Guide
  • Game drives in Masai Mara
  • Amboseli & Tsavo
  • Amboseli & Tsavo west National Park entry fees
  • Bottled water during safari
  • One way First class SGR tickets(Voi to Mombasa)
  • One way Flight tickets(Ukunda to Nairobi)
  • Return private transfers
  • Pick up & Drop off in Nairobi
  • All Government Taxes and Local Levies
  • Use and access of hotel facilities

What's excluded.

  • Extra Meals & Drinks
  • Masai Mara Park Fees
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Anything Else Not Mentioned
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