11-Day Kenya Safari and Beach Holiday with Maasai Mara and Diani

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Day 01

Arrive in Nairobi and Settle into Luxury

• Receive a VIP airport welcome with chilled towels and fast-track immigration assistance.
• Transfer in a private luxury vehicle to Hemingways Nairobi in the serene suburb of Karen.
• Check in to the Blixen Luxury Suite with sweeping views of the Ngong Hills.
• Sip cocktails at the bar and enjoy the Nairobi skyline.
• Dine on gourmet cuisine featuring local ingredients such as the Kenyan coffee-rubbed filet.
• Retreat to your suite for a restful night.

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Day 02

Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Experiences in Nairobi

• Enjoy breakfast on your private balcony with fresh juice and baked delicacies.
• Visit the Giraffe Centre for an intimate early-access experience with Rothschild giraffes.
• Proceed to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for a VIP interaction with orphaned baby elephants.
• Dine al fresco at Talisman Restaurant with signature African fusion dishes.
• Craft a bespoke bracelet in a private Maasai beadwork workshop.
• Explore Matbronze Art Gallery with a private art and tasting tour.
• Return to Hemingways for a peaceful evening with a sundowner on the terrace.

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Day 03

Fly to the Maasai Mara and Begin Your Safari

• Board a private charter flight to the Maasai Mara.
• Spot wildlife from the air during your flight over the Rift Valley and savannah.
• Arrive at Kichwa Tembo airstrip and begin a game drive en route to Angama Mara.
• Check in to your glass-fronted suite perched above the Mara plains.
• Embark on a sunset game drive to the Oloololo Escarpment with curated cocktails.
• Dine under the stars and rest deeply in your luxurious suite.

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Day 04

Ballooning and Maasai Cultural Immersion

• Rise before dawn for an optional hot air balloon safari with a champagne bush breakfast.
• Visit a local Maasai village for an authentic cultural experience including dancing and storytelling.
• Relax by the infinity pool or enjoy your veranda in the afternoon.
• Embark on an evening game drive focused on predators and nocturnal wildlife.
• Return to Angama Mara for another starlit bush dinner.

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Day 05

A Final Day in the Maasai Mara

• Depart for a sunrise game drive and watch the Mara awaken.
• Return to the lodge for a gourmet brunch and a spa treatment or guided walking safari.
• Explore the smaller wonders of the bush with a naturalist.
• Seek out elusive predators on a final evening game drive.
• Enjoy a farewell sundowner and bush dinner in a private location curated for you.

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Day 06

From Savannah Landscapes to Diani Beach

• Enjoy your last moments at Angama with coffee and sunrise views.
• Board a private charter flight to Diani Beach on the Indian Ocean coast.
• Arrive at The Sands at Nomad and check in to your private beachfront villa.
• Spend the afternoon unwinding by the ocean or sipping cocktails on your terrace.
• Dine beachfront as the sea breeze welcomes you to coastal Kenya.

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Day 07

Sunset Canoe Cruise on the Kongo River

• Begin the day at your own pace with a tropical breakfast.
• Relax by the beach, in your villa, or at the pool.
• Board a hand-carved canoe for a serene Kongo River sunset cruise.
• Watch the golden light filter through mangroves with a cocktail in hand.
• Return for a relaxed beachfront or in-villa dinner.

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Day 08

Kisite Marine Park and Wasini Island Discovery

• Drive to Kisite Marine Park for a full-day sea and cultural excursion.
• Snorkel through vibrant coral reefs with turtles and tropical fish.
• Sail on a traditional dhow and watch for dolphins and seasonal humpback whales.
• Visit Wasini Island to meet the Shirazi community and tour Shimoni Slave Caves.
• Dine on fresh seafood on a private sandbank before returning to Diani.

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Day 09

Kaya Kinondo and Swahili Spa Indulgence

• Enjoy a beachfront breakfast with ocean views.
• Visit Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest for a guided walk among ancient trees and shrines.
• Return for lunch and afternoon leisure time by the pool or sea.
• Indulge in a Swahili aromatherapy massage at the spa as the sun sets.
• Dine privately under lanterns with a beachfront BBQ featuring Swahili cuisine.

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Day 10

A Leisure Day of Barefoot Freedom

• Begin with a relaxed oceanfront breakfast.
• Spend the day at leisure with optional adventures such as local market tours, island boat rides, or a street food exploration.
• Conclude the evening with a romantic dinner at Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant, set inside a coral cave under the stars.

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Day 11

Farewell to Kenya

• Wake up to the sounds of the ocean and enjoy a final swim or beach walk.
• Transfer to Mombasa Airport with a warm send-off.
• Board your international flight with cherished memories and a heart full of adventure.