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The journey
Experience an unforgettable 8-day Kenya safari that combines thrilling wildlife adventures with coastal relaxation. Explore the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli National Park on game drives to spot the Big Five and other spectacular wildlife, with an optional Maasai village visit adding a cultural touch. The journey ends with leisurely time on the stunning beaches of Diani or Watamu, with optional activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, dhow cruises, and coastal excursions.
At a glance
Day by day
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive in Masai Mara for lunch.
Embark on an afternoon game drive for your first wildlife encounter.
Overnight stay at a safari camp or lodge in Masai Mara.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner.
Return for lunch at the lodge or camp.
Continue with an afternoon game drive, or choose a full-day safari with a picnic lunch.
Optional visit to a Maasai village in the evening.
Overnight stay at the same lodge or camp.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Travel through Narok with an optional short stop at Lake Naivasha.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive at Lake Nakuru to spot flamingos, pelicans, and white and black rhinos.
Overnight stay at a lodge in Nakuru or Lake Elementaita.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Drive via Nairobi with lunch en route, or optionally upgrade to a flight to Amboseli.
Arrive in Amboseli and enjoy an evening game drive.
Take in views of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
Overnight stay at a camp or lodge in Amboseli.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Transfer to Emali station for the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) train to Mombasa, or alternatively take a flight from Nairobi or Ukunda.
Upon arrival, transfer to a beach hotel in Diani or Watamu.
Overnight stay at a beach resort.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.
Optional activities available: snorkeling, scuba diving, kite surfing, dhow cruise, village visit, or spa treatment.
Overnight stay at the same beach resort.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.
Optional day trip to Wasini Island or Gede Ruins, depending on your beach location.
Overnight stay at the same beach resort.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Ukunda, Malindi, or Mombasa airport for a domestic flight to Nairobi or your onward destination.
End of safari.
The route
The fine print
Transport in a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
Park entrance fees (Masai Mara, Nakuru, Amboseli)
Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
SGR train ticket or local flight to the coast
Transfers to and from Nairobi and the beach hotel
International flights to and from Nairobi or Kenya
Visa fees for Kenya
Personal travel insurance
Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless specified at certain lodges)
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
Souvenirs, laundry, and other personal expenses
Light clothing in neutral colors, a warm jacket, and swimwear.
Comfortable shoes and sandals.
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Personal toiletries and medications.
Camera, binoculars, phone, and power bank.
Travel adapter.
Passport, visa, travel insurance, and a Yellow Fever certificate, if required.
Some cash in USD and Kenyan shillings.
Apply for a Kenya eVisa online before travel.
A Yellow Fever certificate may be needed - check whether it is required.
Bring travel insurance and take malaria precautions.
Mornings are cold on safari - pack a warm layer.
The coast is hot and humid - pack light clothes.
Best game viewing is in the early morning.
Tipping guides is customary ($10-$20/day per group).
Wi-Fi is limited in the parks, and mobile signal may be weak.
Cash and M-Pesa are widely used - carry some small bills.
Always follow your guide's instructions around wildlife.
Logistics
Your 8 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.
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