Experience the very best of Kenya on this 10-day safari adventure that blends thrilling wildlife encounters with blissful beach relaxation. Journey through Kenya’s most iconic parks — Samburu, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Tsavo West — before unwinding on the white sandy beaches of Diani. From spotting the Big Five to basking under palm trees by the Indian Ocean, this safari promises the perfect balance of adventure and serenity.
- Duration: 10 Day (s)
- Departs from: Nairobi
- Ends in: Diani Beach
- Destination: Kenya
Day 1: Nairobi – Drive to Samburu National Reserve
Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive north across the equator to the semi-arid lands of Samburu National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp.
In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in search of the unique wildlife species found only in Samburu — the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, and the elusive leopard.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Samburu
Day 2: Full-Day Game Viewing in Samburu
Spend the day exploring Samburu’s rugged landscapes and wildlife-rich plains. Morning and afternoon game drives will bring you close to elephants, lions, cheetahs, and large herds of oryx and gerenuk.
In between, relax at your lodge and enjoy views of the Ewaso Nyiro River, where crocodiles and elephants gather.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Samburu
Day 3: Samburu – Drive to Aberdares National Park
After breakfast, leave Samburu and travel south to Aberdares National Park, a lush mountain region known for its forests and waterfalls. Arrive at your lodge, which overlooks a waterhole often visited by elephants, buffaloes, and even leopards at night.
Spend the evening watching wildlife from your viewing deck.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: The Ark Lodge / Treetops Lodge
Day 4: Aberdares – Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart after breakfast and drive through scenic farmlands to Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive around the lake — famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and tree-climbing lions.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Nakuru
Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Drive to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, enjoy a short drive to Lake Naivasha, the only freshwater lake in Kenya’s Rift Valley. Take a boat ride to see hippos and diverse birdlife, and visit Crescent Island Sanctuary for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
Spend the afternoon at leisure by the lakeside.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Resort in Naivasha
Day 6: Lake Naivasha – Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, drive to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in Kenya’s most renowned wildlife haven, home to the Big Five and the spectacular Great Migration (seasonal).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Masai Mara
Day 7: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Spend the day exploring the Mara’s vast plains and riverine forests. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or opt for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. Spot lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, cheetahs, and countless antelopes.
You may also take an optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise or visit a Maasai village to experience the local culture.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Masai Mara
Day 8: Masai Mara – Drive to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive to Amboseli National Park, famous for its herds of elephants and magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to spot lions, buffaloes, zebras, and flamingos in the park’s swamps.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Amboseli
Day 9: Amboseli – Drive to Tsavo West National Park
After breakfast, head to Tsavo West National Park, one of Kenya’s largest and most scenic parks. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Visit Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear water flows through volcanic rocks, offering a view of hippos and crocodiles.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or Tented Camp in Tsavo West
Day 10: Tsavo West – Drive to Diani Beach
Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast, then depart for the coastal city of Mombasa, continuing to Diani Beach.
Arrive in the afternoon and check into your beach resort — where your adventure ends and pure relaxation begins.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Beach Resort in Diani (optional extension available)
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- All park entry fees and government taxes
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- 9 nights’ accommodation in lodges or tented camps
- Meals as per itinerary
- Game drives and listed activities
- Bottled drinking water during safaris
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities (balloon safari, Maasai village visit, etc.)
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
