12-Day Kenya Luxury Safari & Beach Holiday
Experience the Best of Kenya: Safari & Beach Escape
Embark on the ultimate 12-day Kenya luxury safari & beach holiday! Witness the Big Five, enjoy stays in luxury lodges, and unwind on the pristine shores of Diani Beach. Book your adventure today!
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your African Paradise Safaris guide and transferred to your luxury hotel in Nairobi. Depending on your arrival time, you may opt for a Nairobi city tour, visiting the Giraffe Centre or the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage.
Main destination: Nairobi
Accommodation: Movenpick Luxury Hotel Nairobi
Meals & drinks: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After an early breakfast, depart at 7:15 AM for the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Stop at the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint for a photo session and another short break at Narok town. Upon arrival, enjoy an en-route game drive, heading to your luxury camp for lunch.
Later, embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the vast landscapes teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five. Conclude the day with sundowners (sunset drinks) before returning to your lodge.
Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Luxury Camp
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 3-4: Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara & The Great Migration
Spend two full days exploring the Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife reserves. Enjoy early morning and afternoon game drives or opt for a full-day safari with a packed lunch. Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) as thousands of wildebeests and zebras brave the Mara River crossing.
➡️ Optional: Balloon Safari ($450 per person) for breathtaking aerial views at sunrise.
➡️ Evening: Visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience.
Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Luxury Camp
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 5: Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy breakfast before departing for Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to spot white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, and leopards. The lake is a birdwatcher’s paradise, home to thousands of flamingos and over 400 bird species.
Main destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 6: Lake Nakuru to Samburu National Reserve
After an early breakfast, drive north to Samburu National Reserve, known for its unique wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Arrive in time for lunch, then embark on an afternoon game drive in search of the Special Five: ✅ Reticulated Giraffe
✅ Grevy’s Zebra
✅ Gerenuk
✅ Somali Ostrich
✅ Beisa Oryx
Main destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation: Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 7: Explore Samburu & Buffalo Springs
Enjoy a morning game drive, followed by a leisurely breakfast at the lodge. After some downtime, head out for another afternoon safari, spotting wildlife along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
➡️ Optional: Visit a Samburu cultural village to learn about their traditions.
Main destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 8: Samburu to Nairobi – Fly to Mombasa
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with a stop at the Equator point in Nanyuki. Enjoy lunch in Nairobi before catching a flight to Mombasa’s Diani Beach. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury beach resort for relaxation.
Main destination: Mombasa
Accommodation: Neptune Village Beach Resort
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 9-11: Beach Relaxation at Diani Beach
Spend three days unwinding on the white sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy optional water sports such as: ✅ Snorkeling
✅ Scuba diving
✅ Deep-sea fishing
Main destination: Mombasa
Accommodation: Neptune Village Beach Resort
Meals & drinks: Full board
Day 12: Mombasa – Fly to Nairobi & Departure
Enjoy a leisurely morning at the beach before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi. Connect with your international flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenya luxury safari and beach holiday.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✅ Included:
✔ Meals as per the itinerary (full board)
✔ 1 night in Nairobi, 3 nights in Maasai Mara, 1 night in Lake Nakuru, 2 nights in Samburu, 4 nights in Mombasa
✔ Park entry fees for all safari destinations
✔ Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
✔ Professional English-speaking guide/driver
✔ 1 liter of bottled water per person per day
✔ Game drives as per the itinerary
✔ Airport transfers
✔ Round-trip flight from Nairobi to Mombasa
✔ Sundowners in Maasai Mara
❌ Excluded:
✖ Kenya Visa fees
✖ Tips for guides and drivers
✖ Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, phone calls)
✖ Travel insurance (highly recommended)
✖ Optional activities:
➡️ Balloon Safari: $450 per person
➡️ Cultural Village Visit: $25 per person
Why Choose This Kenya Safari & Beach Holiday?
✅ Luxury Lodges & Tented Camps: Stay in premium accommodations
✅ Exclusive 4x4 Game Drives: Private, open-roof safari experience
✅ Authentic Cultural Encounters: Visit Maasai and Samburu villages
✅ Seamless Luxury Travel: Includes airport transfers & domestic flights
✅ Optional Balloon Safari: Aerial views of the Great Migration
Book your dream Kenya luxury safari and beach holiday today!
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