Leopard descending acacia tree over Masai Mara plains, Kenya
Kenya

Wildlife Safari
& Beach Holiday

13 days / 12 nights
Masai Mara · Naivasha · Amboseli · Malindi · Lamu
All levels · Families · Couples

About this safari

The complete Kenya experience in one itinerary. Start in Nairobi before heading to the iconic Masai Mara — home to over 450 species and the world's greatest wildlife migration. Continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride and walk among free-ranging animals on Crescent Island, then to Amboseli with its dramatic Kilimanjaro backdrop and legendary elephant herds. Finish with two glorious beach extensions at Malindi and the island paradise of Lamu.

Duration
13 days
12 nights
Destinations
5 parks
& reserves
Transport
Safari van
+ domestic flight
Board basis
B&B Nairobi
Full board safari
Guide
English speaking
driver guide
Safety
AMREF Flying
Doctors cover

Day-by-day itinerary

On arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative at the arrivals terminals and transferred to the West End Hotel for check-in and overnight. Situated 160 km south of the equator, Nairobi is the capital of Kenya — a modern, cosmopolitan city and the regional headquarters for many African businesses.

West End Hotel, Nairobi

08:00 — Drive via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Masai Mara in time for check-in and lunch. After lunch, spend the afternoon at leisure before an evening game drive until dusk. The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species recorded. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, leopard, and elephant.

Loyk Luxury Mara Camp

06:30 — Early morning game drive in the Mara. Return to camp for breakfast. Spend the rest of the morning at leisure or visit an optional Masai village (US$20/person extra). After lunch, afternoon game drive until dusk. Optional balloon safari at extra cost.

Loyk Luxury Mara Camp

Optional hot air balloon safari at extra cost (US$410/person) — a champagne breakfast in the wild! Depart for Lake Naivasha. Afternoon boat ride on the lake and visit to Crescent Island Park — a walk-with-animals experience with hippos, giraffe, buffalo, and python. Views from the hilltop span 360° across the lake from Longonot to the Aberdares.

Lake Naivasha Resort

After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park. Check in and lunch at Kibo Safari Camp, ideally located for breath-taking morning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro from every tent. Afternoon game drive or optional Masai village visit. Graceful elephants may pass through the camp grounds.

Kibo Safari Camp, Amboseli

Full day in Amboseli with morning and evening game drives. Amboseli sits on the lower slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro — Africa's highest peak. Watching Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in early morning is extraordinary. Renowned for its huge elephant herds, you will also see buffalo, black rhino, zebra, and wildebeest.

Kibo Safari Camp, Amboseli

After breakfast, brief game drive en route to Malindi, arriving in the evening. Optional shortcut through Tsavo East National Park at US$55/person extra. Turtle Bay Beach Club in Watamu is located inside a national marine park, the only coastal property to receive a Gold rating from Ecotourism Kenya.

Turtle Bay Beach Club, Watamu

Two days at leisure at one of Kenya's most beautiful coastal towns. Optional water sports, snorkelling in the marine park, and Malindi excursions available at extra cost. A paradise with serene beauty and unspoiled surroundings.

Turtle Bay Beach Club, Watamu

Morning domestic flight from Malindi to Lamu. Transfer to the Lamu Msafini Hotel in charming Shela Village — a five-story limestone structure combining modern architecture and traditional Swahili design. Two-minute walk from white-sand beaches, 10-minute boat ride to Lamu Town.

Lamu Msafini Hotel, Shela Village

Two days at leisure on this beautiful Indian Ocean island, part of the Lamu Archipelago — an area of archaeological and historical interest and great natural beauty. Optional water sports and Lamu excursions available. A more tranquil, away-from-the-crowds Kenya beach holiday.

Lamu Msafini Hotel, Shela Village

After breakfast, transfer to Lamu Airport for domestic flight back to Nairobi. Transfer from Wilson Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your connecting departure flight home.

Included

  • Safari minivan with pop-up roof
  • All park entrance fees
  • Accommodation & meals as per itinerary
  • All airport transfers
  • Domestic flight Lamu–Malindi–Nairobi (~US$210)
  • English-speaking driver guide
  • 1L bottled water per person per day
  • AMREF Flying Doctors emergency cover

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Hot air balloon safari (US$410/person)
  • Masai village visits (US$20/person)
  • Drinks & personal expenses
  • Tips & porterage
  • Malindi & Lamu excursions

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