10-Day Kenya Bush & Beach Safari Adventure
From the Wild Heart of Amboseli to the White Sands of Diani
Experience the best of Kenya on this unforgettable 10-day journey that blends thrilling safari adventures with tropical beach relaxation. Start your expedition with immersive game drives in world-renowned parks — Amboseli, Tsavo East, and Tsavo West — where you’ll encounter iconic wildlife against stunning backdrops like Mount Kilimanjaro and the rugged Tsavo landscapes. Then trade your safari hat for flip-flops as you head to the pristine shores of Mombasa and Diani Beach. Enjoy a refreshing mix of beach leisure, water sports, and cultural excursions by the Indian Ocean. Whether you seek wildlife, relaxation, or adventure, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of both worlds.
Day1. Nairobi-Amboseli
You will be picked from the place of your residence and drive to Amboseli National Park.
Arrive in Time for Lunch and check in at AA Lodge.
This afternoon you get to experience one of the highlights of any safari: a guided game drive through Amboseli National Park. Look forward to Kilimanjaro views, elephants and possibly big cats.
Overnight at AA Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
Day2-Amboseli National Park
Have a full day game drive at Amboseli National Park. You will get a chance to see the best of Amboseli National Park as we take you out on a guided game drive. It really is a terrific way to feel a part of Africa with the wind in your hair as we drive around the park.
Overnight at AA Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner.
Day3-Amboseli-Tsavo East National Park
After breakfast drive to Tsavo East National Park. Check in at Voi Wildlife Lodge in time for lunch.
Have an afternoon game drive. There’s a good chance you’ll see male lions without manes and elephants that have a strange red color (from taking a bath in the park’s red dust) here in Tsavo East. Out on the dry plains in the east of the park, cheetahs are often seen hunting. You can also look for Somali ostrich (which is seen nowhere else this far south in Kenya), gerenuk (the antelope that wants to be a giraffe) and the hard-to-spot hirola antelope. Apart from the Somali ostrich, nearly 500 bird species have been recorded at Tsavo East.
Overnight at Voi Wildlife Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day4-Tsavo East-Tsavo West National Park.
Tsavo West is a legendary Kenyan park, known for its wild backcountry, famous lions, endangered rhinos, beautiful scenery, and elephants with a reddish hue from taking mudbaths in the red Tsavo dust. It’s a fantastic park to explore, and you’ll probably also see hippo, buffalo, hyena, wildebeest, zebra and giraffe while you’re here. Keep an eye out for leopards too. The birding is first-class, with over 400 different species recorded. Many of the male lions here don’t have manes.
Check in at Ngulia safari Lodge
This afternoon you’ll go on a guided game drive through Tsavo West, looking for elephants, rhinos and big cats.
Dinner at Ngulia Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner.
Day 5/Day6 Mombasa Beach Time
You will be dropped at the train station for your train trip to Mombasa.
Check in at Sun and Sand Beach resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
We’ve set aside time for you to enjoy the beach here. It’s a great opportunity to relax.
Day 7-Day 9-Mombasa To Diani.
Accommodation: Papillion Lagoon Reef Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Optional activities in Diani
- Beach Activities
- Swimming & Sunbathing: The white sandy beaches of Diani are perfect for relaxing or taking a dip in the warm Indian Ocean.
- Beach Volleyball: Many resorts and beach areas offer facilities for a friendly game of volleyball.
- Kite Surfing & Windsurfing: Diani is a popular spot for these water sports thanks to the wind conditions.
- Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
- The Marine Park: Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park. It’s home to colorful coral reefs, dolphins, and a variety of fish species.
- Diving Trips: You can go diving at locations like the Coral Gardens and Mombasa’s famous wreck sites.
- Dolphin Watching
- You can take a boat ride to spots where dolphins frequently come near the shore. This is a thrilling experience for nature lovers.
- Colobus Conservation
- Learn about the conservation efforts for the endangered Colobus monkeys. You can take guided tours to see these unique primates in their natural habitat.
- Diani Skydiving
- For adrenaline junkies, skydiving over Diani Beach offers breathtaking views of the coastline and the Indian Ocean. It’s one of the most spectacular places to skydive in the world.
- Cycling Tours
- Rent a bicycle and explore the area. There are several bike tours available, offering a chance to explore the local villages and wildlife.
- Golfing
- The Diani Beach Golf Club offers a great experience for golf enthusiasts with views of the Indian Ocean.
