12 days, 11 nights Amboseli & Diani
Our 12 days 11 nights trip to Nairobi, Mara, Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo west & Diani.
Starting and ending at Nairobi, this tour takes you through Kenya from the thick bush to the warm sandy beaches.
You will be picked up from Nairobi JKIA and be stewarded all through your tour by our able professional safari guide.
Transport will be via a 4X4 safari landcriuser with pop up roof.
This tour is all inclusive; ( all accommodation, park fees, transportation, hotel transfers, guiding services pick up & drop offs, game drives, meals & water will all be available as indicates in the itinerary throughout your tour).
Tour highlights
Maasai Mara:
Maasai Mara, is a large national game reserve in Narok, Kenya, contiguous with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. It is named in honor of the Maasai people, the ancestral inhabitants of the area, who migrated to the region from the Nile Basin. The Maasai Mara is characterized by its rolling plains, acacia woodlands, and riverine forests. Here are some fascinating details about this remarkable reserve:
Great Wildebeest Migration: Every year, millions of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope cross the Mara River in search of fresh grass, followed closely by hungry predators like lions, leopards, and crocodiles. Witnessing this awe-inspiring phenomenon only happens in Mara. Wildlife Diversity, The Maasai Mara is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros), as well as giraffes, cheetahs, hyenas, and many other species. It’s a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise.
Mara is endowed with remarkable bird and animal life with over 400 species.
Maasai Culture: You can learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai people, who coexist harmoniously with the wildlife and the land. Their description of the area as “Mara,” meaning “spotted” in the local Maasai language, refers to the short, bushy trees that dot the landscape.
Whether a game drive, a walking safari, or a hot air balloon ride, the magic of the African night sky awaits.
Naivasha:
Naivasha, located in Nakuru, Kenya, is a captivating tourist destination with a wealth of natural beauty and exciting experiences. Here are some highlights:
Crescent Island Game Park: Embark on a walking safari on Crescent Island, where you can get up close to giraffes, zebras, and other animals. The island offers stunning views of Lake Naivasha and its surroundings.
Lake Naivasha: This freshwater lake covers an area of 139 square kilometers and is home to abundant birdlife, including the African fish eagle, black heron, and pied kingfisher. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake and explore nearby attractions like Crescent Island.This lake is covered with pink flamingoes covering the huge lake.
Amboseli National Park:
Amboseli National park is a popular for holding the largest heards of elephant in the worlsd. The giants here are the great herds of elephants. Hundreds of them.
Protected from poachers, they carry their massive tusks with pride as they gather at predictable watering holes, delighting the many who come to Amboseli National Park to view these noble creatures.
Amboseli is known as the best place in Africa for getting up close to free-ranging elephants. The population is so robust here that sightings are guaranteed.
Kilimanjaro, the largest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world, towers over the park like a stately and photogenic sentinel. And when the clouds burn off at dusk or dawn, you’ll be treated to visions of its snowy peak
Tsavo West & East:
Tsavo East National Park: Wildlife Abundance: Tsavo East is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Red Elephants: The park is famous for its red elephants, which appear this way due to the reddish soil they often dust themselves with. Lava Flows: Explore ancient lava flows and volcanic landscapes that add to the park’s mystique. Mudanda Rock: A natural water catchment area where animals gather during the dry season. Tsavo West National Park: Scenic Beauty: Tsavo West boasts stunning landscapes, from the Chyulu Hills to the Mzima Springs. Mzima Springs: Crystal-clear springs that emerge from underground lava caves, providing a lifeline for wildlife. Giant Tuskers: Keep an eye out for the legendary giant tuskers, elephants with massive ivory. Rhino Sanctuary: Tsavo West is also home to a black rhino sanctuary.
Diani:
It has a long, white, sandy beach that is ideal for relaxing, swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the view of the Indian Ocean. The water is shallow near the shore and has some sandbars that allow wading with a clear view of the bottom.It has a rich and diverse marine life that can be explored by snorkeling, diving, or taking a boat trip to the nearby coral reefs. Some of the species that can be seen include dolphins, turtles, rays, and colorful fish1It has a vibrant and lively nightlife that caters to different tastes and preferences. There are many bars, restaurants, clubs, and hotels that offer entertainment, music, food, and drinks.
The Detailed itinerary:
Here is your daily schedule on your 12 days, 10 nights for your bush & beach safari package.
Day 1: Pick Up from Nairobi JKIA
On your arrival, our company representative will be ready to pick you up at the arrival hall at arrival time TBO and transfer you to your hotel for your rest and relaxation till the next day. You will also have the luxury of going on a brief city tour before you are transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Pick Up from Nairobi/ Transfer to Maasai Mara
Our seasoned diver guide will pick you up from your hotel then begin your journey to Maasai Mara National Park Reserve, stopping by the great rift valley escarpment for bathroom breaks and photography. Arrive in time for lunch, check inn and relax. Your driver guide will come pick you up later in the afternoon for your game drives till 6:00pm in the evening. You will later on transfer to your hotel for your meals and rest.
Day 3&4: Maasai Mara full day
Mara is inexhaustible, spend the next two days in Mara exploring the enchanting animal kingdom. Your driver guide will take you through the wildlife terrains with ease and comfort while offering extensive knowledgeable information. You will go on a cultural visit in the Maasai village with an optional ride on a hot air balloon ride at an extra cost USD 450.
Day 5: Mara-Naivasha
On this day, you will exit Mara heading onwards to Naivasha for overnight before you arrive at Amboseli the next day. Drive on the floor of the rift valley while enjoying the view of the landscape of the great rift valley. Stop over at Lake Naivasha for a view of the spectacular pink covered flamingo lake then proceed to Naivasha. You will get there in time for lunch and check in before your transfer to Crescent Island, for your boat rides and walks in the sanctuary. You will later on be taken to your hotel for rest and meals.
Day 6: Naivasha to Amboseli:
On this day wake up and have your early morning breakfast as you get ready for your transfer you to your hotel in Amboseli. Rest and relax as you get ready to be picked up for your afternoon game drives till late evening.
Day 7: Full day Amboseli
On this day, spend the whole day cruising through the park, spotting the big 5, and other wildlife, flora and fauna of the park.
Day 8: Amboseli to Tsavo West:
This day, you will be transferred to Tsavo West, another wildlife haven. On the way, you will encounter some natural geological sites and attractions such as the shetani lava flow, mzima springs and many more as well as wild and birdlife. You will arrive to your hotel in tie for lunch and check in. Relax as you prepare to go on an afternoon game drive till late evening then back to your hotel for rest and meals.
Day 9: Tsavo West to Diani.
At around 0630hrs, after your breakfast at your hotel and check out, hop into our 4×4 safari cruiser for your transfer to Diani beach. This journey will take 5-6hrs until you arrive to Diani at your hotel. You will stop by for lunch at Voi town for lunch and bathroom breaks then proceed to Diani via Tsavo East route. Get to your hotel in Diani in the evening. Enjoy the rest of the day at the beach sunbathing/ enjoying water sport activities.
Day 10 & 11: Leisure.
Feel free to swim your thighs sore or also rent a swing chair and umbrella at your convenience. Relax on this tropical white sandy beach with crystal clear pristine ocean water that offers a pictorial backdrop. You can indulge in various beach activities such as water sports, optional camel rides, sea shell collection, long walks and many more. The warm tropical weather complimented with a cool relaxing breeze will have you basking in the sun all day.
Day 12: Departure.
Unfortunately, we have come to the end of our safari. You will have enough time for enjoying the beach again in the morning after your breakfast before we start our departure after checkout to Nairobi at 1200hrs in our 4×4 land cruiser or your mode of choice. We hope you enjoyed your tour.
Package includes:
- All pickups and transfers / Train tickets.
- Services of a professional safari guide
- Exclusive use of a 4×4 safari land cruiser
- Mineral bottled drinking water during the safari
- Park fees and government taxes
- Accommodation as per the itinerary.
- Game drives at Amboseli, Tsavo East and Tsavo West National park
- Transfers to Nairobi Airport
Package excludes:
- Travel insurance, expenses such as excess baggage fee, laundry charges, and airtime
- Optional tips for porters and game guides
- Visit at Mara Village
- Beach activities ie camel rides, boat rides
- All other alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.
- Pre-travel expenses where applicable – Passports and visas
- Money transfer fee when send
All rates are in USD per person.
| Hotel category | Seasonality | 1 pax | 2 pax | 4 pax | 6 pax |
| Luxury | High season | USD 6958 | USD 4682 | USD 3860 | USD 3460 |
| Peak season | USD 7500 | USD 4600 | USD 3800 | USD 3750 | |
| Low season | USD 6640 | USD 4100 | USD 3350 | USD 3300 | |
| Midrange | High season | USD 6780 | USD 4300 | USD 3430 | USD 3552 |
| Peak season | USD 6705 | USD 4650 | USD 3550 | USD 3780 | |
| Low season | USD 6720 | USD 4050 | USD 3100 | USD 3350 |
Single supplement: USD 3604 per person
Cost is in USD per person.
During festive seasons, accommodation facilities attract a supplement rate on the dates indicated below where peak season rates apply:
Easter period: 29th, 30th, 31st March and 1st April 2024.
Christmas period: 24th, 25th, 26th, 31st 2024 and 1st Jan.
Program may be amended to suite client preference on request with your agent.
Terms and conditions apply.