13 days / 12 nights

13 Days 12 Nights Ultimate Kenya Bush & Beach Family Safari

Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Amboseli → Tsavo West → Tsavo East → Diani Beach

Overview

Kenya’s wildlife and beaches come together in this 13-day family safari. Travelling in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a professional guide, you visit the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Tsavo West and Tsavo East.

The trip ends with five nights at Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa in Diani, followed by the Madaraka Express train back to Nairobi. It is designed for couples, families and small groups.

Duration 13 days / 12 nights

Route Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Amboseli → Tsavo West → Tsavo East → Diani Beach

Starts and ends Nairobi hotel or airport

Stay Sentrim Mara Camp, Lake Nakuru Lodge, Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, Sentrim Tsavo Camp, Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa

Minimum age 6+

Safari highlights

Private safari in a customised 4×4 Land Cruiser safari jeep
Explore the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve
Excellent opportunity to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
Search for Africa’s legendary Big Five
Scenic stop at the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint
Visit Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for rhinos and spectacular birdlife
Incredible views of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park
Encounter Amboseli’s famous elephant herds
Explore the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West National Park
Discover the vast wilderness of Tsavo East National Park
Stay at the iconic Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
Five nights of beach relaxation at Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa
Family-friendly accommodation with children’s entertainment
White sandy beaches and warm Indian Ocean waters
Optional Wasini Island Dolphin & Snorkelling Excursion
Professional English-speaking safari guide throughout your journey

Optional extras. Optional excursions at Diani include the Wasini Island dolphin and snorkelling excursion, Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park, deep sea fishing, a sunset dhow cruise, the Colobus Conservation Centre and Diani shopping and local markets.

Day by day

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Journey into Kenya's Most Famous Wilderness

Travel by road from Nairobi to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp.

Stay Sentrim Mara Camp

Meals Lunch & Dinner

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

Following the Great Migration Across Endless Plains

A full day in the Masai Mara, with a visit to a Maasai village in the evening.

Stay Sentrim Mara Camp

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

From the Savannah to the Great Rift Valley Lakes

Leave the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for rhinos and birdlife.

Stay Lake Nakuru Lodge

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4

Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park

Beneath the Shadow of Africa's Highest Mountain

Travel from Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park, in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Stay Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5

Amboseli National Park

Among the Giants of Kilimanjaro

A full day in Amboseli National Park among its famous elephant herds.

Stay Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6

Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park

Volcanic Landscapes & Timeless Wilderness

Travel from Amboseli to the volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West National Park.

Stay Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7

Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

The Kingdom of the Red Elephants

Continue from Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park, home of the red elephants.

Stay Sentrim Tsavo Camp

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8

Tsavo East to Diani Beach

From the Savannah to the Indian Ocean

Leave Tsavo East for Diani Beach and check in at the beach resort on an all-inclusive basis.

Stay Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Selected Drinks (All Inclusive)

Days 9 to 12

Diani Beach

Relax, Unwind & Experience Kenya's Tropical Paradise

Four days at leisure on Diani Beach on an all-inclusive basis, with a children’s entertainment programme at the resort. Optional excursions are available.

Stay Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Selected Drinks (All Inclusive)

Day 13

Diani Beach to Mombasa to Nairobi

A Farewell to Kenya

Travel from Mombasa on the 8:00 am Madaraka Express, arriving in Nairobi at approximately 2:00 pm. A transfer to your hotel or the airport follows.

Meals Breakfast

Where you’ll stay

The lodges and camps on this itinerary. We can suggest other options at a different level if you prefer.

Masai Mara National Reserve

Sentrim Mara

On the slopes of the Ngama Hills in the Ololaimutiek area, about 3 km from Sekenani Gate on the eastern side of the reserve.

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru Lodge

Inside the south-eastern part of Lake Nakuru National Park, with views across the park to the lake.

Amboseli National Park

Sentrim Amboseli

On the border of Amboseli National Park, about 3 km from Kimana Gate, with views towards Mount Kilimanjaro.

Tsavo West National Park

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Inside Tsavo West National Park, between Mount Kilimanjaro and the Chyulu Hills.

Tsavo East National Park

Sentrim Tsavo East

In the Tsavo East area, about 20 minutes’ drive from the park’s Voi Gate.

Diani Beach

Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa

Beachfront resort on Diani Beach, about 40 km south of Mombasa.

What’s included

Price includes

Pick-up and drop-off from your Nairobi hotel or airport
Full board accommodation whilst on safari in standard rooms
Five nights’ all-inclusive accommodation at Neptune Village Beach Resort & Spa
All park entry fees
Services of an English-speaking professional driver/guide
Game drives as detailed in the itinerary
Maasai Cultural Village visit
Exclusive transport in a 4×4 all-weather safari vehicle with a game viewing roof hatch and UHF radio
SGR transfer on First Class tickets from Mombasa to Nairobi
Drinking water
Emergency Air Medical Evacuation Cover
Government taxes

Price excludes

International and domestic flights unless otherwise specified
Drinks and personal expenses
All optional activities and related fees
Nature walks, trekking and other optional experiences not mentioned
Laundry
Tips and gratuities

Route map

Price

$4,920

per person sharing

Prices are indicative. Tell us your dates and group and we will send your final quote.

Why book with us

Call or WhatsApp +254 736 116 152

Guest reviews

What our guests say

4.9

Rated 5 out of 5

on TripAdvisor

5.0

Rated 5 out of 5

on Google

Rated 5 out of 5

“The experience was nothing short of Incredible. From the punctuality at pick Up, to the Top tier professionalism from our driver and guide @Bedan. … Special thanks to Mr Bedan for being an excellent guide and ensuring we were most comfortable throughout the entire safari.”

Paul N

Review on TripAdvisor

· September 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

“Mbutu Tours offered us a seamless experience from enquiry to booking and the actual safari. John and Bedan, our guide and driver, were kind, professional and knowledgeable in the requirements for the trip and the animals that we spotted in the wild.”

Flo Ndiritu

Review on Google

Rated 5 out of 5

“We have learnt much more about animals during our 4 days safari than through all years at school. It was truly an amazing experience. We visited Masai Mara, Masai Village, Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island and on the last day we were in Nairobi National Park and in coffee factory.”

Magdalena

Review on TripAdvisor

· June 2026

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