12 Days Magical Kenya Safari with Diani Beach Holiday
This 12 Days Magical Kenya Safari with Diani Beach Holiday takes you to Kenya’s most iconic wildlife parks and the warm, white sand beaches of the Indian Ocean. Your Kenya safari starts in Nairobi and head to the legendary Masai Mara National Park, and experience the open plains, enjoy a walking safari in Lake Naivasha, game viewing in Lake Nakuru National Park and Amboseli National Park – the Land of Giants.
Finally, you will unwind with a relaxing holiday on the beautiful beaches of Diani, on the coastal Kenya.
Highlight of 12 Days Magical Kenya Safari with Diani Beach Holiday
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 2&3: Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Day 4: Transfer to Lake Naivasha for a guided walk on Crescent Island
Day 5: Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 6: Transfer to Amboseli National Park
Day 7: Full Day Game Drive in Amboseli
Day 8: Transfer to Tsavo East National Park
Day 9: Morning game drive and Transfer to Diani Beach
Day 10 – 11: Diani Beach Holiday
Day 12: Departure
Detailed Itinerary of 12 Days Magical Kenya Safari with Diani Beach Holiday
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transfer you to Masai Mara National Reserve with a journey through the Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
Arrive in time for lunch, in the afternoon you will go for a game drive for your first game drive in the endless plains of Masai Mara.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge – Luxury, Julia’s River Camp – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 2&3: Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Spend these two days exploring Masai Mara National Reserve – the most famous reserve in Africa on morning and afternoon game drive across the Mara’s golden plains. Between the game drives you will enjoy downtime at your lodge or choose to visit the local Maasai Village.
During the game drive you will see several animals including lions, leopards, cape buffaloes, gazelles, wildebeests, cheetahs, wild dogs, zebras among others. In the evening, you will return to your lodge for an evening of rest, dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge – Luxury, Julia’s River Camp – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Lake Naivasha for a guided walk on Crescent Island
After breakfast, head northeast to Lake Naivasha, where fresh water, open skies, and abundant wildlife await. After check –in and lunch, you will embark on a walking safari on Crescent Island, a unique sanctuary where you will walk safely among giraffes, zebras, and other plains animals without predators.
In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Lake Naivasha, gliding past hippos and catching glimpse of kingfishers and African fish eagles. After the experience continue to your accommodations in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge – Luxury, Lake Nakuru Lodge – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast you will head to Lake Nakuru National Park for a game drive. The park is home to a huge population of Rothschild Giraffes, rhinos and large flocks of flamingoes on the shores of the lake.
During the game drive you will see several animals including Rothschild giraffes, rhinos, zebras, elands and several bird species including kingfishers and African fish eagles among others. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge – Luxury, Lake Nakuru Lodge – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Transfer to Amboseli National Park
Today we head to Amboseli National Park with en-route game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, it is a journey of 5 hours. Amboseli is where elephant herds roam beneath the towering presence of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge and in the afternoon, head out for an afternoon game drive across the open plains. Watch for elephants, buffaloes, and cheetahs in the golden afternoon light. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge – Luxury, Diani Reef Lodge – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Full Day Game Drive in Amboseli
Wake up early for breakfast and head to the park for a full day game drive, Amboseli National Park is one of the most popular parks in Kenya famous known for its huge herds of elephants and the scenic back drop of Mount Kilimanjaro. On this full day game drive you will see several animals including herds of elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, wildebeests, gazelles among others.
Enjoy picnic lunch, and continue exploring the park till evening. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge – Luxury, Diani Reef Lodge – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Transfer to Tsavo East National Park
After breakfast, embark on a journey to Tsavo East National Park for another exciting game viewing experience. Enjoy lunch at your lodge and return to the park for an afternoon of game drive with sighting of other several animals including lions, elephants, and buffaloes among others. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: Morning game drive and Transfer to Diani Beach
After breakfast, you will depart Tsavo East National Park for your journey to Diani Beach on the Indian Ocean arriving in time for lunch, spend the afternoon by the ocean, relaxing, swimming or simply soaking up the sun.
Accommodation: Swahili Beach Resort – Luxury, Diani Reef Lodge – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10 – 11: Diani Beach Holiday
Spend these three days on a beach holiday on Diani Beach – one of the finest destinations in Kenya. With white sand stretching for miles, gentle turquoise waters and an atmosphere of total peace. Where you are interested in sunbathing by the pool, reading a book in a hammock, or walking along the shores at sunset. This is your time to rest and reflect.
If you are interested in adventure, you can go snorkeling or scuba diving, take a traditional dhow cruise, or visit Kisite Marine National Park to spot dolphins and see turtles at an extra cost. However you can spend your time, these days connecting with the sea, with yourself, and with the memories you have created on your extraordinary journey.
Accommodation: Swahili Beach Resort – Luxury, Diani Reef Lodge – Midrange.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: Departure
Today is the final day of your 12 Days Magical Kenya Safari with Diani Beach Holiday. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast while taking in the last few moments to breath in the ocean air. Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Mombasa Airport for your departure flight back home.
End of 12 Days Magical Kenya Safari with Diani Beach Holiday
