18-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach: Itinerary, Cost & Activities.

An 18-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach holiday combines unforgettable wildlife encounters with a relaxing coastal escape. Explore Kenya’s top safari destinations, enjoy diverse wildlife and finish your adventure on the white sands of Diani Beach.

18-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach.

18-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach Itinerary.

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi.

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. Meet and greet with our safari representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for your safari adventure.

Overnight: Nairobi.

Day 2: Nairobi – Ol’ Pejeta Conservancy.

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive to Ol’ Pejeta Conservancy. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Explore the conservancy and look out for rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes and other wildlife.

Overnight: Ol’ Pejeta.

Day 3: Ol’ Pejeta – Samburu National Reserve.

After breakfast, drive north to Samburu National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Samburu is home to unique wildlife such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Somali ostrich.

Overnight: Samburu.

Day 4: Full Day Samburu National Reserve.

Enjoy a full day of game viewing in Samburu. Take morning and afternoon game drives along the Ewaso Ng’iro River and explore the reserve’s spectacular landscapes and wildlife.

Overnight: Samburu.

Day 5: Samburu – Aberdare National Reserve.

After breakfast, depart Samburu and drive towards Aberdare National Reserve. Arrive at your lodge and enjoy lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoying the surrounding forest environment.

Overnight: Aberdare.

Day 6: Aberdare – Lake Nakuru National Park.

After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy a game drive in the park, with opportunities to see rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, lions and a variety of bird species.

Overnight: Lake Nakuru.

Day 7: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve.

After breakfast, depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Explore the famous Mara ecosystem and look out for the Big Five.

Overnight: Masai Mara.

Day 8: Full Day Masai Mara National Reserve.

Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Masai Mara. Explore the reserve in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs and other wildlife. During migration season, there may also be opportunities to witness the Great Migration.

Overnight: Masai Mara.

Day 9: Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha. Upon arrival, enjoy a boat ride on the lake where you can see hippos and numerous bird species. Later, visit Crescent Island for a walking safari among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and antelopes.

Overnight: Lake Naivasha.

Day 10: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park.

After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and look out for Amboseli’s famous elephant herds.

Overnight: Amboseli.

Day 11: Full Day Amboseli National Park.

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Enjoy the park’s elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Overnight: Amboseli.

Day 12: Amboseli – Tsavo West National Park.

After breakfast, depart Amboseli and drive to Tsavo West National Park. Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s rugged landscapes and search for elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes and other wildlife.

Overnight: Tsavo West.

Day 13: Tsavo West – Tsavo East National Park.

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive as you depart Tsavo West and continue to Tsavo East National Park. Arrive and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Tsavo East is famous for its vast open landscapes and large elephant herds.

Overnight: Tsavo East.

Day 14: Tsavo East – Mombasa by Train.

After breakfast, depart Tsavo East and transfer towards the railway station. Board the SGR train to Mombasa. Upon arrival in Mombasa, transfer to your hotel in Diani Beach.

Overnight: Diani Beach

Day 15: Diani Beach – Leisure Day.

Enjoy your first full day at Diani Beach. Relax on the white sandy beaches, swim in the Indian Ocean or enjoy optional water activities.

Overnight: Diani Beach.

Day 16: Diani Beach – Leisure & Optional Activities.

Enjoy another relaxing day in Diani. Optional activities include snorkeling, diving, dhow cruises, kite surfing or exploring the coastline.

Overnight: Diani Beach.

Day 17: Diani Beach – Leisure Day.

Spend your final full day relaxing at the beach or enjoying optional activities. Take time to enjoy the beautiful Indian Ocean scenery before your departure.

Overnight: Diani Beach.

Day 18: Diani – Mombasa Airport – Departure.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Moi International Airport in Mombasa for your flight home.

International flight is not included in the package price.