This a safari that will takes you from tranquil oases of the Great Rift Valley to thrilling wildlife encounters and ends with pure relaxation on one of Kenya’s most beautiful beaches. If you’re looking for a comprehensive Kenyan experience that combines adventure and serenity, this is the trip for you. It caters a wide range of interests and is suitable for honeymooners, families or even solo travelers.
2 Night Masai Mara National Reserve | 1 Night Lake Nakuru National Park | 1 Night Lake Naivasha | 3 Nights Diani Beach
With an early start, you will be picked-up from your hotel, residence, or from the airport if your arrival time is suitable. From Nairobi, you will make your way through the Great African Rift Valley, an ancient landscape that is still in a state of flux; a place teeming with life and natural history. Stops are made for photo opportunities across the Suswa Ranges and Mount Longonot.
Arrival in Masai Mara game reserve will be by lunch time and your African safari guide will take you through the Masai Mara on a short game drive before arriving at your selected accommodation.
After some time to settle, you can eat lunch at your camp or lodge. In the afternoon, your guide will confirm the following day’s itinerary and give you the opportunity to add any optional extras to your Kenyan safari.
Dinner will be served at the camp or lodge you’ve chosen, followed by your first night sleeping in Masai Mara.
Included on this 1st day of Kenyan safari;
Meals: lunch and dinner Only
Drinks: Unlimited drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Masai Mara landscape is dominated by the acacia trees mixed with long grass and volcanic boulders that punctuate the landscape. You will head out after breakfast at your accommodation, with your African safari guide on hand to help you track, spot, and identify all the animals you see.
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450
species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place (July to October). This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
Lunch will be served picnic style, so as to ensure you get as much of the day within the parks as possible. You will return to your accommodation for dinner and rest before the next day of your African safari.
This day of your safari includes:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
If spending so much time in the Masai Mara wasn’t enough excitement, during your safari you have the chance to take a hot air balloon ride over the plains as the sun rises. An early start will see you ascend over the land to get a fresh and stunning perspective. After you return to solid ground you will be treated to a Bubbly Bush Breakfast as the morning light spills over the grasslands. This breath-taking experience has an additional cost of $450 per person. Your afternoon will include a further game drive out in the park, with chance to visit new places that you want to explore, or return to spend more time in the areas you fell in love with the previous day. You are also invited to visit a Masai village, home to the nomadic tribespeople who have roamed and thrived in these lands for generations. A welcome dance will be followed by a chance to look around the village and even see inside one of their traditional homes. For the visit, each person needs to pay an additional $20. After your packed day of safari and the option of extra activities, it’s time to return to your camp or lodge for your final evening. You will be given dinner and time to relax and take advantage of any extra facilities offered. Included on this day of your Kenyan safari is:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Optional Activities on this Day: Ballon Safari (450 per person), Masai Village Tour (20 per person)
It’s time to say goodbye to the beauty of Masai Mara! After savoring a delicious breakfast, embark on an en-route game drive, an opportunity to catch any wildlife sightings you might have missed in the past few days and head to Lake Nakuru National Park.
From Masai Mara, we’ll track north towards Lake Nakuru, through the still-evolving landscape of the Great African Rift Valley. The volcanic landscape, characterised by rocky outcrops and acidic lakes, affords wonderful photographic opportunities en route to Lake Nakuru.
Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru, you will progress to your accommodation and take lunch and time to relax. The afternoon offers time for a game drive, in this park that is an ornithologist’s dream. There are over four hundred species of bird that live here, including bright pink flamingos that dance and display across the lake’s edges. And so many more, of which your guide will be on hand to able assist you identify. There are also plenty of rhinos in the area, giving you ample opportunity to see one of the more elusive of the big five.
Following your afternoon by the lake, you’ll return to your camp or lodge for dinner and time to rest with evening views across the lakeside. This day of your African safari includes:
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Drinks: Unlimited drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Morning rolls around with a game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park. Be ready to spot some of the most fantastic birds and animals that you might have missed yesterday.
Mammals that populate this stunning lake; with luck you will be able to see the rare Rothchild Giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, impala, and buffalo. Your expert Kenyan tour guide will be able to help you understand the animals you see and track any that are close by.
Lunch is served by the lake then depart for Lake Naivasha.
Upon arrival at Lake Naivasha, you’ll check into your lodge or camp and enjoy a leisurely afternoon exploring the lake’s surroundings.
In the evening, relax at your accommodation and savor a delicious dinner.
Day fifth of your Kenyan safari experience includes:
Meals: All the Meals
Drinks: Unlimited drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp is situated on the shores of Lake Naivasha, a prime setting in Kenya’s Rift Valley. A 90 minute drive northwest from Nairobi, this 20-tented camp offers comfort and subtle luxury in a tranquil safari setting. The main area has a dining area where exquisite meals are created with fresh African ingredients and can be served indoors and outside. A small lounge and cozy bar invites guests to relax for a while with a swimming pool to cool guests down after a day of wildlife viewing.
Guests can embark on a cultural visit to nearby communities or visit the Makalia Falls in between embracing the boat rides that take place on Lake Naivasha. Hiking options are on offer from the camp and the friendly camp team is always on offer to share the history and heritage of this region with guests.
With a commitment to traditional values and environmental consciousness, Sopa ensured that all structures on their property were carefully positioned, avoiding the need to cut down any existing trees. This led to the development of an innovative and artistic design for the main public area building, gracefully winding between the trees with long, elegant curves.
This thoughtful approach extended to the deliberate spacing of various amenities across the property. It includes two swimming pools, one with a dedicated children’s section, a pool complex featuring a bar and snack kitchen, a pizzeria, a tennis court, conference halls offering six differently sized meeting areas, and stables.
From its inception, Sawela Lodge was envisioned as a special retreat, a haven of serenity far removed from the hectic pace of everyday life—a place of beauty where guests can truly live, laugh, and love. The dedicated Sawela Team tirelessly endeavors each day to create memorable stays and bring smiles to the faces of all our guests. Whether you’re here for a special event, a milestone celebration, or simply to indulge in self-care, Sawela is poised to exceed your expectations.
Just a 90-minute drive from Nairobi, Kenya’s capital, Sawela Lodge boasts breathtaking views of the nearby Mt. Longonot and the globally renowned Lake Naivasha. The tranquil and natural setting ensures swift rejuvenation, a sentiment echoed by numerous local and international guests who consider this property a luxurious and comforting home away from home.
The Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort enjoys one of the most spectacular views in all of Africa, just an hour-and-half’s drive from Nairobi. It is perched on the side of the Eburu Escarpment, overlooking the glistening waters of Lake Naivasha and the sweeping floors of the Great Rift Valley of Kenya.
With an 18-hole golf championship course, conference facilities, Adventurers’ club activities, swimming pool, activities including horse riding to Eburu forest, mountain biking, team building, this hotel is a must do for all. Accommodation is offered in hotel rooms, classy Longonot Villas and private chalets.
Today we will have a late start! After your breakfast your guide will be there to pick you up in time for your boat ride at the lake. Enjoy a boat ride to spot Naivasha’s many hippos and water birds including pelicans, cormorants, kingfishers, herons, jacanas, and fish eagles with their haunting cry. Then you will take a guided walking safari in Crescent Island Game Sanctuary to stroll among impala, waterbuck, wildebeest, zebra and giraffe—the terrain is flat and open so you can get surprisingly close to the animals. After our lovely lakeside safari, we will head back to your hotel for lunch before driving back to Nairobi. Arrival will be in the evening.
The sixth day of your safari includes:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Optional Activities on this Day: Bike Riding/ Rock Climbing at Hell’s Gate, Hot Spa Swim at Ol-Karia Geothermal Spa
After breakfast at your accommodation, we’ll head straight to Nairobi International Airport to get you on your way to the coast. Your flight will take you from Nairobi airport to Ukunda airport.
Upon arrival, we will pick you up and take you to your chosen hotel or resort in Diani. Dinner will be served at your accommodation and you can spend the evening perusing the available activities you can do in this beachside town.
Whether you want to organize snorkeling, water sports, or spa treatments, you can ask us for advice and make your bookings locally to get the most out of your time here.
This day of your Africa safari adventure includes:
Meals: All Meals
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Situated at the edge of the Indian Ocean along the stunning Diani Beach, Southern Palms Beach Resort is a haven of tranquility. Established in 1992 and recently renovated in 2019, this resort is located just 35 km south of Mombasa. The property seamlessly blends modern amenities with warm Swahili and Arabic décor. It serves as an ideal retreat for friends and families seeking to bask in the beauty of Diani Beach, indulge in poolside cocktails under the African sun, and capture envy-inducing moments like camel rides along the shore.
Featuring 298 rooms, 2 luxurious suites, 4 restaurants, 4 bars, and 2 expansive freeform pools that stretch almost the entire length of the lush 10-acre tropical grounds, the resort offers an intimate, relaxed, and friendly experience. Whether you choose to unwind by the pool, dine in our exquisite restaurants, or explore the captivating surroundings, you’ll depart with a treasure trove of memories and the warmth of African culture in your heart.
Following your thrilling days of adventure while exploring the untamed landscapes of Kenya, marked by early mornings and action-packed game drives, it’s now an opportunity to shift gears. Your schedule in Diani is entirely at your discretion, whether you opt to relax by the pool or unwind on the immaculate white shores of the beach, or engage in more active pursuits – the day is yours to mold as you wish.
Included in this day of your unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure are:
Meals: All Meals
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
There are plenty of things to do in Diani if you want to maintain the adventurous spirit you’ve had while exploring the Great African Rift Valley. You have various options, such as going on a glass-bottom boat ride, embarking on a snorkeling adventure, or treating yourself to a relaxing massage and spa experience if you’re feeling a bit worn out from days in the safari vehicle.
Today marks your final full day of exploration in Kenya and enjoying the beach, so make sure to follow your heart’s desires.
Included on the second-to-last day of your Kenyan journey:
Meals: All Meals
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Optional Activity Available on this Day: Dinner at Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant
Your scheduled flight to Nairobi in the afternoon provides you with a leisurely morning to enjoy your breakfast and make the most of your remaining hours at the pool, beach, or shopping for souvenirs. Rest assured, we will ensure you reach the airport with ample time for your flight and will be there to greet you again at Nairobi International airport.
What happens next is entirely up to you. If you have an onward flight out of Kenya booked for this evening, we’ll arrange transportation to Jomo Kenyatta airport for you to continue your journey. Alternatively, if you’ve opted to extend your stay in Kenya for one more evening, we will gladly transport you to your prearranged hotel or residence before bidding you farewell.
On the final day of your Kenyan safari and beach adventure, the following is included:
Meals: Breakfast ONLY
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra
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Masai Mara landscape is dominated by the acacia trees mixed with long grass and volcanic boulders that punctuate the landscape. You will head out after breakfast at your accommodation, with your African safari guide on hand to help you track, spot, and identify all the animals you see.
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450
species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place (July to October). This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
Lunch will be served picnic style, so as to ensure you get as much of the day within the parks as possible. You will return to your accommodation for dinner and rest before the next day of your African safari.
This day of your safari includes:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
If spending so much time in the Masai Mara wasn’t enough excitement, during your safari you have the chance to take a hot air balloon ride over the plains as the sun rises. An early start will see you ascend over the land to get a fresh and stunning perspective. After you return to solid ground you will be treated to a Bubbly Bush Breakfast as the morning light spills over the grasslands. This breath-taking experience has an additional cost of $450 per person. Your afternoon will include a further game drive out in the park, with chance to visit new places that you want to explore, or return to spend more time in the areas you fell in love with the previous day. You are also invited to visit a Masai village, home to the nomadic tribespeople who have roamed and thrived in these lands for generations. A welcome dance will be followed by a chance to look around the village and even see inside one of their traditional homes. For the visit, each person needs to pay an additional $20. After your packed day of safari and the option of extra activities, it’s time to return to your camp or lodge for your final evening. You will be given dinner and time to relax and take advantage of any extra facilities offered. Included on this day of your Kenyan safari is:
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
Optional Activities on this Day: Ballon Safari (450 per person), Masai Village Tour (20 per person)
It’s time to say goodbye to the beauty of Masai Mara! After savoring a delicious breakfast, embark on an en-route game drive, an opportunity to catch any wildlife sightings you might have missed in the past few days and head to Lake Nakuru National Park.
From Masai Mara, we’ll track north towards Lake Nakuru, through the still-evolving landscape of the Great African Rift Valley. The volcanic landscape, characterised by rocky outcrops and acidic lakes, affords wonderful photographic opportunities en route to Lake Nakuru.
Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru, you will progress to your accommodation and take lunch and time to relax. The afternoon offers time for a game drive, in this park that is an ornithologist’s dream. There are over four hundred species of bird that live here, including bright pink flamingos that dance and display across the lake’s edges. And so many more, of which your guide will be on hand to able assist you identify. There are also plenty of rhinos in the area, giving you ample opportunity to see one of the more elusive of the big five.
Following your afternoon by the lake, you’ll return to your camp or lodge for dinner and time to rest with evening views across the lakeside. This day of your African safari includes:
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Drinks: Unlimited drinking Water, other drinks are extra.
