How to plan a Diani Beach holiday and Kenya safari with us?
How to plan a Diani Beach Holiday and Kenya safari with us? Experience the thrill of a classic African safari and the relaxation of a tropical beach escape when planning a holiday to Kenya. A popular choice for travelers is a safari that combines the dramatic wildlife of Kenya’s famous national parks with the pristine, white sands of Diani Beach.
While there are many tour operators, working and then travelling with a reputable and experienced company like Focus East Africa Tours can make the planning process very easy and then ensure you have an unforgettable safari experience in Kenya.
Focus East Africa Tours, while it is majorly known for its expertise in Uganda, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda also organizes safari itineraries to Kenya. They are a local company with an immediate understanding of East Africa, allowing them to meet all your preferences and then offer choices that fit your budget and then your travel style. Their local guides and commitment to the client satisfaction are the cornerstones of their services, which take you to both the Diani beach and then a Kenya safari to various national parks and reserves.
Designing your Kenya Adventure.
A combined safari and then beach holiday is a fantastic way to experience the diversity of Kenya. A typical safari itinerary will start with the action-packed safari portion and conclude with a few days of relaxation on the coast.
This safari starts and then ends in Nairobi, Kenya’s main capital city. In this article we bring you what is included in the itinerary, then highlight the key parks and then the coastal paradise of Diani beach.
The safari portion: From Nairobi’s capital city to the savanna parks.
Your safari will begin upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. Then our company representative from Focus East Africa Tours will meet you and then welcome and brief you about the safari; after that, they will transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi for your first night stay.
Nairobi itself offers several interesting excursions, such as visiting the Giraffe center, the Karen Blixen Museum or the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, among others, which are great options if you arrive with sometime during your safari.
The safari adventure will then begin with a drive to one of Kenya’s attractive national parks the next day. A popular route includes a combination of the following.
Maasai Mara national reserve; Maasai Mara national reserve id arguably the most famous safari destination in Kenya, and then for the good reason. It is a vast savanna that is part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem and it’s a home to a various number of wildlife year-round. This is “Big Cat Country,” which offers the tourists on a safari a chance of giving you the excellent chances of spotting lion prides, leopards, and then cheetahs. During your safari to the park, you will go for the morning and then afternoon game drives that take you to the reserve’s open savannah plains to search for the ‘’Big five’’ (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and then rhino).
For a truly special safari experience in Maasai Mara national reserve the tourists also go for the optional hot air balloon safari over the plains at sunrise, as this is a spectacular way to see the vast landscape and then the wildlife from above, and then the experiences end with a champagne bush breakfast.
The Maasai mara national reserve is also the stage for the Great Wildebeest Migration; this is a breathtaking spectacle where millions of wildebeest, zebras and then gazelles cross the Mara River if you are lucky enough to visit and have your Kenya safari between July and October.
Amboseli National Park: Amboseli National Park is a wonderful safari destination that should not be missed on your Kenya bucket list; a safari to Amboseli is excellent. The park is located at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, which is Africa’s highest peak, the park is famous for its large herds of elephants. During your Kenya safari, the iconic view of the elephants roaming with the snow-capped mountain in the background is one of the most classic safari scenes in all of Africa.
The park’s ecosystem, with its marshes and lakes as well, supports the wide variety of other wildlife in the park that includes the hippos and giraffes, plus the incredible number of bird species that makes it a paradise for birdwatchers.
Lake Nakuru National Park: Lake Nakuru national park is known for its stunning scenery and its population of pink flamingos. On a Kenya safari, Lake Nakuru is a key stop on many safari itineraries. While the flamingo numbers can fluctuate, the park is still a beautiful place for the game drives. It is a sanctuary for the endangered species and is one of the best safari destinations in Kenya to see the rare black and then the white rhinos. You will also see the leopards, lions, giraffes and then the variety of the other plain game.
After spending several days in these incredible parks, your safari portion will come to a close. From the final safari destination, you will be transferred to a local airstrip for a flight to the Kenyan coast.
The beach portion: Relaxation and adventure in Diani Beach.
After the rugged roads and dusty plains of your safari, the atmosphere changes completely as you arrive at the Ukunda Airstrip near Diani Beach. Diani is consistently ranked as one of Africa’s best beaches, and for a good reason. Diani beach increases miles of soft, white sand, lined with swaying palm trees and the warm, turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Your days in Diani beach will be a blend of pure relaxation and exciting marine adventures. Here is a look at what you can do:
Relaxing on the beach:
The major activity for many is simply relaxing. You can relax on a sun lounger, take leisurely walks along the shore, and then swim in the clear, warm waters. The beach has various numbers of resorts and then restaurants that allow you to enjoy fresh seafood and then tropical drinks with a stunning view.
Watersports
For the tourists that are looking for more action, Diani is a hub for watersports. You can try kite surfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and then jet skiing. The calm, warm ocean and consistent breezes make it the best spot for all the skill levels, with lessons and then there are always the equipment’s to use that can be for hiring at the less costs.
Marine Excursions:
Diani is a gateway to the vibrant underwater world. You can book a trip for snorkeling or scuba diving to explore the nearby coral reefs, which are inhabited by colorful fish, sea turtles and other marine life. A day trip to the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park is a highly recommended safari experience, where you can snorkel and then dive in one of the most biodiverse marine parks in the world with a high chance of spotting the dolphins during the Diani beach experience.
Cultural and then local attractions:
Beyond the beach, Diani beach offers the opportunity to engage with the local culture. You can visit the Colobus Conservation; this is a project dedicated to protecting the endangered colobus monkeys in the area.
Another option is to visit the Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest; this is a protected forest of the Digo people that offers you information into the local traditions. You can even try a unique experience like camel riding along the shoreline, especially during the sunset that offers you the wonderful safari experience.
