15 Days / 14 Nights Kenya Bush & Beach Safari
Destinations: Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo East, Diani/Mombasa
Highlights: Big Five, special Samburu species, Great Rift Valley lakes, Maasai & Samburu culture, Kilimanjaro views, and Indian Ocean beaches
🗓️ Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
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Pick-up from JKIA Airport
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Transfer to your hotel and relax
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Optional: Giraffe Centre or Karen Blixen Museum
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🛏️ Overnight: Nairobi Serena / Tamarind Tree / Budget: Kenya Comfort Hotel
🗓️ Day 2: Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
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Depart early to Samburu (~6 hrs via Nanyuki)
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Lunch on arrival and afternoon game drive
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Look for Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, gerenuk
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🏕️ Overnight: Ashnil Samburu / Samburu Sopa / Elephant Bedroom
🗓️ Day 3: Full Day in Samburu
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Morning and afternoon game drives
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Optional cultural visit to a Samburu village
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🏕️ Overnight at same camp/lodge
🗓️ Day 4: Samburu – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
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Depart after breakfast to Ol Pejeta (~3 hrs)
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Visit the chimpanzee sanctuary and rhino conservation area
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Afternoon game drive
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🏕️ Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena / Ol Pejeta Bush Camp
🗓️ Day 5: Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru National Park
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Drive to Lake Nakuru (~4–5 hrs)
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Lunch en route or at lodge
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Afternoon game drive: flamingos, rhinos, and lions
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🏕️ Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill / Flamingo Hill Camp
🗓️ Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara
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After breakfast, head to the world-famous Maasai Mara (~5–6 hrs)
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Evening game drive en route to camp
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🏕️ Overnight: Mara Serena / Zebra Plains / Budget: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
🗓️ Day 7 & 8: Full Days in Maasai Mara
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Two full days exploring the Mara ecosystem
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Game drives with picnic lunch near Mara River
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Optional hot air balloon safari or Maasai village visit
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🏕️ Overnight at same lodge/camp
🗓️ Day 9: Maasai Mara – Lake Naivasha
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Depart Mara and drive to Lake Naivasha (~5 hrs)
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Arrive for lunch
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Afternoon boat ride and optional Crescent Island walk
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🏞️ Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa / Elsamere Lodge
🗓️ Day 10: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park
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Early breakfast then head south to Amboseli (~6–7 hrs)
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Arrive for lunch and an afternoon game drive
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View elephants and Mt. Kilimanjaro backdrop
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🏕️ Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp / Amboseli Serena
🗓️ Day 11: Full Day in Amboseli
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Morning and afternoon game drives
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Optional: Visit a local Maasai village
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🏕️ Overnight at same lodge
🗓️ Day 12: Amboseli – Tsavo East National Park
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Drive to Tsavo East via Emali (~4 hrs)
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Check-in, lunch, and game drive
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Spot red elephants, lions, and buffalo
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🏕️ Overnight: Ashnil Aruba / Voi Safari Lodge
🗓️ Day 13: Tsavo East – Diani/Mombasa Beach
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Early morning game drive
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Drive to Diani or Mombasa (~4 hrs)
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Arrive at the beach for lunch & relaxation
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🏝️ Overnight:
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Diani: Sands at Nomad / Baobab Beach
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Mombasa: Voyager Beach / Serena Beach
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🗓️ Day 14: Full Day at the Beach
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Full day at leisure — relax or enjoy:
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Snorkeling
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Wasini Island tour
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Spa treatments
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🏝️ Overnight at your beach resort
🗓️ Day 15: Diani/Mombasa – Nairobi Departure
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Transfer to Ukunda Airstrip or Moi Int’l Airport
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Domestic flight to Nairobi
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Connect to your international flight
✅ Included
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Full-board safari accommodation
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Half-board beach resort stay
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Park fees, transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
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Bottled water during safari
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Train & domestic flights (if applicable)
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Professional driver-guide
❌ Not Included
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Optional excursions (balloon, village visit, snorkeling)
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Tips, insurance, personal items
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Alcoholic drinks