Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative, who will brief you on your upcoming safari before transferring you to your hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure to relax, acclimatize, and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Depending on your arrival time, you may choose from optional excursions such as a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum, the Giraffe Centre, or a guided Nairobi city tour.

Overnight: Crowne Plaza

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast at your hotel, depart Nairobi and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley, pausing to admire sweeping views of escarpments and vast savannah landscapes. Continue across open grasslands to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, celebrated for its abundant wildlife and dramatic scenery.

Arrive at Mara Elatia Camp in time for lunch and a short rest. In the late afternoon, venture out on your first game drive within the conservancy, where sightings may include elephants, buffalo, giraffes, lions, and, with luck, the elusive leopard.

Return to camp for dinner. Later, embark on a night game drive a rare and thrilling experience that offers the chance to encounter nocturnal wildlife such as civet cats, porcupines, aardvarks, and predators prowling under the cover of darkness.

Overnight: Mara Elatia Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Full Day Safari

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive across the Maasai Mara’s sweeping plains. Carrying a picnic lunch, you’ll venture deeper into the reserve, maximizing your chances of witnessing extraordinary wildlife encounters.

Spend the day tracking the Big Five ,lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino ,along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and abundant antelope species. The endless savannah, dotted with acacia trees, provides a breathtaking backdrop for photography.

During migration season, witness the dramatic wildebeest river crossings, one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Pause midday to enjoy your picnic lunch in the wild, before continuing with your afternoon game drive.

As the sun begins to set, return to Mara Elatia Camp for dinner and an evening of relaxation by the campfire.

Overnight: Mara Elatia Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 4: Maasai Mara – Wildlife and Culture

Rise early for an optional hot air balloon safari (additional cost), floating silently above the savannah as the sun rises. From this breathtaking vantage point, witness herds of wildlife moving across the plains, followed by a champagne bush breakfast upon landing.

Alternatively, enjoy a traditional sunrise game drive, when wildlife is most active and the soft morning light casts a magical glow over the landscape. Return to camp for a late breakfast before setting out to visit a traditional Maasai village.

Here, you’ll gain fascinating insights into the customs, rituals, and daily life of the Maasai people , renowned for their warrior traditions, colorful attire, and deep connection to the land. This cultural experience offers a meaningful complement to your safari.

In the afternoon, relax at camp or embark on another game drive to track more of the Mara’s resident wildlife.

As evening falls, gather around the campfire under the stars, where a warm dinner awaits. The tranquil sounds of the African night, distant lion roars or the call of hyenas, provide the perfect backdrop for reflection and storytelling.

Overnight: Mara Elatia Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 5: Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the Maasai Mara as you drive north through the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the escarpments and fertile farmlands that line the valley.

Arrive at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge in time for lunch, followed by a short rest. In the afternoon, set out on a game drive through the park’s acacia woodlands, grasslands, and lakeshores.

Lake Nakuru is world-famous for its populations of black and white rhinos, as well as the endangered Rothschild giraffe. Keep an eye out for lions, buffalo, baboons, and, depending on the season, spectacular flocks of flamingos painting the lake pink.

Return to your lodge in the evening to unwind and enjoy dinner with sweeping views over the lake and surrounding landscapes.

Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

After breakfast at your lodge, depart for the short drive to Lake Naivasha, a beautiful freshwater lake nestled in the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, check in at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge and enjoy lunch while taking in the serene views of the lake and its gardens, often visited by resident giraffes and colobus monkeys.

In the afternoon, embark on a scenic boat ride across Lake Naivasha. Glide past pods of hippos and spot a variety of birdlife, including fish eagles, pelicans, and kingfishers. The excursion continues with a walking safari on Crescent Island, a private sanctuary where you can stroll freely alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and antelope in a predator-free environment.

Return to the lodge in the evening to relax by the lakeshore, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 7: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive south toward Amboseli National Park, passing through Nairobi before continuing across the plains of southern Kenya. Arrive at Kibo Safari  Camp, Amboseli in time for lunch and a short rest.

In the afternoon, set out on a game drive across Amboseli’s diverse landscapes, ranging from open savannah and acacia woodlands to swamps fed by underground rivers from Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is world-famous for its large elephant herds, often seen walking in front of the snow-capped peaks of Kilimanjaro, a truly iconic African safari scene. You’ll also have opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species.

Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation under the starlit African sky.

Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 8: Amboseli -Tsavo East National Park

Wake up early for a final morning game drive in Amboseli, capturing last views of the elephants and, with luck, Mount Kilimanjaro glowing in the morning light. Return to camp for breakfast before departing on your journey to Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest and most untamed wildernesses.

Arrive at Ashnil Aruba Lodge in time for lunch, set on the banks of the Aruba Dam, a popular wildlife gathering spot. After some rest, head out on an afternoon game drive across Tsavo’s vast landscapes of red-earth plains, palm-fringed rivers, and dramatic rock outcrops. Keep your eyes open for Tsavo’s famous “red-dust elephants”, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, and an incredible array of birdlife.

As the sun sets, return to the lodge to relax and enjoy dinner overlooking the dam, where wildlife often comes to drink at night.

Overnight: Ashnil Aruba

Meal Plan: Full Board ( Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner)

Day 9: Tsavo East – Diani Beach

After an early breakfast at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, bid farewell to the wilds of Tsavo East as you set off toward Kenya’s spectacular coastline. Drive through the changing landscapes of the Coastal Province, with opportunities to enjoy the contrasting scenery along the way.

Arrive in the early afternoon at Leopard Beach Resort, a luxurious retreat set along the soft white sands of Diani Beach. Check into your garden-view room and take the rest of the day to relax and unwind.

You may choose to lounge by the pool, stroll along the pristine shoreline of Diani, or indulge in optional activities such as a spa treatment or water sports. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at the resort, with the soothing sounds of the ocean in the background.

Overnight:Leopard Beach Resort

Meal Plan: Half Board ( Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 10: Diani Beach Leisure

Wake up to the sound of the ocean and enjoy a relaxed breakfast at Leopard Beach Resort. The day is yours to spend entirely at leisure in one of Kenya’s most stunning coastal paradises.

Swim in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, stroll along the powdery white sands, or simply lounge by the pool with a refreshing cocktail in hand. For those seeking activity, the resort offers optional water sports such as snorkeling, diving, and kite surfing, or you may choose to pamper yourself with a soothing spa treatment.

As the sun sets, unwind with a walk along the beach before returning to the resort for dinner.

Overnight:Leopard Beach Resort

Meal Plan: Half Board ( Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 11: Full-Day Wasini Island Excursion

After breakfast at the resort, depart for an exciting full-day excursion to Wasini Island, one of the highlights of Kenya’s south coast. Drive to Shimoni, where you’ll board a traditional dhow boat for a scenic sail across the Indian Ocean.

The adventure begins with dolphin spotting along the way, with a good chance of seeing these playful creatures in their natural habitat. Continue to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, a pristine coral haven, for snorkeling and swimming among vibrant marine life — tropical fish, sea turtles, and colorful reefs.

At midday, step ashore on Wasini Island for a freshly prepared Swahili seafood lunch, accompanied by local specialties and coastal hospitality. Afterward, enjoy a guided walk through the island village or simply relax and soak in the tranquil coastal atmosphere.

Return to the mainland in the late afternoon and transfer back to Leopard Beach Resort for a relaxed evening.

Overnight:Leopard Beach Resort

Meal Plan: Half Board ( Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 12: Diani Beach Leisure

Enjoy your final full day on the Kenyan coast at Leopard Beach Resort. After breakfast, the day is free for you to soak up the sun and relax on the pristine sands of Diani Beach.

Take a leisurely swim in the Indian Ocean, lounge by the resort pool, or indulge in optional activities such as scuba diving, kite surfing, or deep-sea fishing. For a cultural touch, you may also explore local markets and shops, where you’ll find handcrafted souvenirs, beadwork, and Swahili-inspired treasures.

As the evening sets in, savor your last dinner by the ocean, reflecting on the incredible memories of your safari and beach journey.

Day 13: Departure

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Kenyan coast. You will be transferred to Ukunda Airstrip for a domestic flight to Nairobi, or to Moi International Airport in Mombasa for your onward international flight.

This marks the end of your unforgettable 13-day Kenya safari and beach holiday, filled with incredible wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and coastal relaxation.