Discover the very best of Kenya on this unforgettable 12-day Bush & Beach Safari, carefully crafted to showcase the country’s most spectacular wildlife destinations before concluding with a luxurious escape along the award-winning beaches of Diani.
Your journey begins in the legendary Maasai Mara, home to the iconic Big Five and the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration. Continue to the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park before heading south to Amboseli National Park, where Africa’s largest elephant herds roam beneath the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro. Experience an unforgettable night at the world-renowned Salt Lick Safari Lodge, where wildlife gathers beneath your room, before ending your adventure with five nights of all-inclusive luxury at Leopard Beach Resort & Spa on the pristine shores of the Indian Ocean.
Combining breathtaking landscapes, exceptional wildlife viewing, authentic cultural experiences, comfortable accommodations, and tropical beach relaxation, this safari truly offers the best of Kenya in one unforgettable journey.
Nairobi Hotel, Airport
✔ Explore the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve with extensive game drives
✔ Opportunity to witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration (Seasonal)
✔ Search for the legendary Big Five in Kenya’s premier wildlife destinations
✔ Scenic stop at the breathtaking Great Rift Valley Viewpoint
✔ Discover Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for endangered rhinos and vibrant birdlife
✔ Experience Amboseli National Park beneath the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro
✔ Encounter Amboseli’s famous free-roaming elephant herds
✔ Overnight stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge overlooking a busy wildlife waterhole
✔ Watch wildlife directly from the lodge’s viewing decks and your room
✔ Relax with five nights of all-inclusive luxury at Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, Diani
✔ Return to Nairobi aboard Kenya’s comfortable Madaraka Express (SGR)
Whether you’re watching lions stalk across the golden plains of the Maasai Mara, photographing elephants beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoying dinner while wildlife gathers below Salt Lick Safari Lodge, or unwinding on the white sandy beaches of Diani, every day offers a new and unforgettable experience.
This itinerary has been thoughtfully designed to combine Kenya’s finest wildlife destinations with luxurious beach relaxation, making it perfect for honeymooners, couples, families, and anyone seeking the ultimate African safari.
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel before setting off towards the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Leaving the bustling city behind, you’ll travel through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, stopping briefly at the famous viewpoint where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching across one of the world’s greatest geological formations. It’s the perfect opportunity to capture memorable photographs before continuing your journey through the traditional Maasai countryside.
Arriving at Sentrim Mara Camp in time for lunch, you’ll check in and enjoy your first taste of authentic safari hospitality. After lunch, take some time to relax and appreciate the peaceful surroundings before your first wildlife adventure begins.
At 3:00 PM, depart for an exciting afternoon game drive as the African wilderness comes alive. Keep your camera ready as elephants wander across the plains, giraffes gracefully browse the acacia trees, zebras graze in large herds, and predators begin emerging as temperatures cool. Every turn offers the possibility of an unforgettable wildlife encounter.
As the golden African sunset paints the savannah, return to camp at around 6:00 PM for dinner and your first overnight stay in the heart of the Maasai Mara.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara Camp
Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness before enjoying an early breakfast. Today promises one of the highlights of your safari as you depart with packed picnic lunches for a full day exploring one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.
The endless golden plains of the Maasai Mara are home to an astonishing concentration of wildlife. Throughout the day, your experienced safari guide will navigate different regions of the reserve in search of the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—while also encountering cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and countless other species.
If you’re travelling during the migration season, you’ll also have the opportunity to witness the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration as thousands of wildebeests and zebras traverse the vast plains and gather at the Mara River in one of nature’s greatest spectacles.
At lunchtime, enjoy a picnic lunch deep within the reserve, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the African wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, you may choose to visit a traditional Maasai Cultural Village where you’ll gain fascinating insight into the customs, traditions, and lifestyle of one of Africa’s most iconic communities.
Return to camp in the evening for dinner and another peaceful night beneath the African skies.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara Camp
After breakfast, bid farewell to the Maasai Mara as you journey through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru Lodge in time for lunch and check in before taking a short break.
Later in the afternoon, depart for an exciting game drive through one of Kenya’s most beautiful national parks. Lake Nakuru is internationally renowned as one of Africa’s leading rhino sanctuaries, offering excellent opportunities to spot both endangered black and white rhinos in their natural habitat.
The park is also home to Rothschild giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, baboons, and an incredible variety of birdlife. Depending on water levels and the season, thousands of flamingos may gather along the lakeshore, creating a spectacular ribbon of pink against the shimmering waters.
Visit several scenic viewpoints overlooking the lake before returning to the lodge at around 6:00 PM.
Enjoy dinner and your overnight stay surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Great Rift Valley.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Rise early for a morning game drive when the park is at its most active. Watch as the African bush awakens with predators returning from their nightly hunts while herbivores emerge onto the open grasslands to begin another day.
Return to the lodge for breakfast before checking out and beginning your scenic drive south towards Amboseli National Park.
Arriving at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge in time for lunch, you’ll check in and enjoy a well-deserved meal before taking time to relax.
Later in the afternoon, depart at 3:00 PM for your first Amboseli game drive.
Famous for its enormous elephant herds and spectacular backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli offers some of Africa’s most iconic safari photography. Explore its open plains, seasonal swamps, and acacia woodlands while searching for elephants, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and more than 400 bird species.
As the sun sets beneath Africa’s highest mountain, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Wake up to the fresh morning air of Amboseli and enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for a full-day safari adventure with packed picnic lunches.
Today is dedicated to exploring every corner of one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Amboseli National Park is celebrated worldwide for its magnificent elephant herds, many of which are among the largest-tusked elephants remaining in Africa. Watching these gentle giants roam freely against the backdrop of the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro is a truly unforgettable experience.
Your game drive takes you across vast open plains, seasonal marshes, acacia woodlands, and permanent swamps fed by the underground streams flowing from Mount Kilimanjaro. These lush wetlands attract an abundance of wildlife throughout the year, making Amboseli one of the best parks for close wildlife encounters.
Along the way, keep an eye out for lions resting beneath acacia trees, graceful giraffes browsing the treetops, large herds of buffaloes and wildebeests grazing across the plains, spotted hyenas, cheetahs, zebras, warthogs, impalas, and over 400 recorded bird species.
At midday, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location within the park while taking in the breathtaking surroundings and uninterrupted views of Africa’s tallest mountain.
The adventure continues throughout the afternoon as your guide explores different sections of the park in search of more incredible wildlife encounters and perfect photographic moments.
As the golden African sunset begins to settle over the plains, return to Sentrim Amboseli Lodge for dinner and another peaceful overnight stay beneath the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
After breakfast, check out and begin your scenic journey toward the beautiful Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a private conservation area renowned for its rich wildlife and spectacular scenery.
Arrive at the world-famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge in time for lunch and check-in.
Built on elevated stilts overlooking a natural waterhole, Salt Lick Safari Lodge is one of Africa’s most photographed safari lodges. Its unique architecture allows guests to enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing directly from the comfort of the lodge, where elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, zebras, and many other animals frequently gather to drink throughout the day and night.
Following lunch, spend some time relaxing while taking in uninterrupted views of the waterhole from the lodge’s viewing decks or your room. Wildlife sightings often begin before you even leave for your afternoon safari.
At 4:00 PM, depart for an exciting evening game drive through the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
The sanctuary is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hartebeests, impalas, waterbucks, and numerous bird species. Your experienced guide will take you through different habitats in search of memorable wildlife encounters as the afternoon slowly transforms into sunset.
Return to the lodge at around 6:00 PM, where dinner awaits.
Later in the evening, relax on the viewing decks and watch as wildlife quietly gathers beneath the illuminated waterhole—a magical safari experience unique to Salt Lick Safari Lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Salt Lick Safari Lodge
Begin your morning with one final safari experience as you depart for an early game drive through the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
The cool morning hours provide excellent opportunities to spot wildlife at its most active. As the African bush awakens, you may encounter elephants on their morning walk, graceful antelopes grazing in the open plains, giraffes silhouetted against the sunrise, and perhaps even predators returning from their night’s hunt.
Return to the lodge for breakfast before checking out.
Your journey then continues toward Kenya’s spectacular coastline, where the landscapes gradually transform from rolling savannahs into lush coconut plantations and tropical scenery.
Upon arrival at the award-winning Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, you’ll be welcomed into one of Kenya’s finest beachfront resorts. Check in and enjoy a late lunch before settling into your luxurious surroundings.
From this point onward, your safari adventure gives way to complete relaxation.
Spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying the resort’s beautiful white sandy beach, tropical gardens, multiple swimming pools, or simply unwind while listening to the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean.
As evening falls, enjoy a delicious dinner before retiring for your first night in tropical paradise.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Selected Drinks (All Inclusive)
Accommodation: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa
After days spent exploring Kenya’s extraordinary wildlife, it’s now time to unwind along one of Africa’s most beautiful coastlines.
Over the next four days, enjoy the exceptional hospitality and world-class facilities of Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, where every day is yours to enjoy at your own pace.
Wake up to the soothing sound of the Indian Ocean, stroll along the powder-soft white sandy beach, take refreshing swims in the warm turquoise waters, relax beside the resort’s beautiful swimming pools, or simply unwind beneath the shade of swaying palm trees with your favourite drink in hand.
Whether you choose to indulge in the resort’s luxurious spa treatments, enjoy the tropical gardens, participate in beach activities, or simply embrace the relaxed coastal lifestyle, these days offer the perfect balance of comfort and tranquility after your safari adventure.
For guests seeking a little more adventure, a variety of optional excursions can also be arranged, including:
Every evening, return to the comfort of Leopard Beach Resort & Spa to enjoy exceptional dining, breathtaking sunsets over the Indian Ocean, and the peaceful atmosphere that has made Diani one of Africa’s most celebrated beach destinations.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Selected Drinks (All Inclusive)
Accommodation: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa
Enjoy your final morning in paradise with an early breakfast overlooking the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean.
After checking out of Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, your driver will transfer you to the Mombasa Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) Terminus in time to board the comfortable 8:00 AM Madaraka Express train back to Nairobi.
Sit back and relax as you enjoy one final scenic journey across Kenya’s diverse landscapes. The railway passes through Tsavo’s vast wilderness, where lucky travelers often spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes from the comfort of the train before continuing across the beautiful Kenyan countryside.
Arriving in Nairobi at approximately 3:00 PM, one of our representatives will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel or directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.
As your unforgettable Kenyan adventure comes to an end, you leave with incredible memories of spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, rich cultures, luxurious accommodations, and relaxing days on one of Africa’s finest beaches.
Meal Plan: Breakfast