Kenya – Big Two & Beach (12 Days)
This twelve-day Kenya holiday combines two of the country's signature safari landscapes with a relaxed Indian Ocean beach finale. The wildlife portion focuses on Maasai Mara and Amboseli, giving travelers a strong chance of seeing big cats, elephants, open savannah, and views of Mount Kilimanjaro when weather is clear.
The itinerary starts in Nairobi for arrival, acclimatisation, and optional conservation visits before moving into the bush. Maasai Mara brings classic savannah game drives and sweeping wildlife scenes, while Amboseli is known for elephants, wetlands, and Kilimanjaro views.
After the safari, the trip slows down at Diani Beach. Guests can choose pure relaxation or add snorkeling, marine excursions, coastal culture, and seafood experiences before returning home.
The highlights.
- Big-cat and elephant game drives in Maasai Mara
- Elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views in Amboseli
- Diani Beach relaxation on the Indian Ocean
- Optional Kisite-Mpunguti marine excursion and Wasini Island
12 days, 11 nights of adventure.
Arrival in Nairobi
Meals · DArrive in Nairobi and transfer to the hotel. Rest after the flight or enjoy a light city orientation.
Nairobi Conservation and City Highlights
Meals · BOptional visits to Nairobi National Park, the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen area, or local craft shops. Safari briefing in the evening.
Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Meals · B / L / DDepart for Maasai Mara by road or scheduled flight, depending on package level. Check in and enjoy lunch. Afternoon game drive.
Full Day in Maasai Mara
Meals · B / L / DMorning and afternoon game drives or a full-day game drive with picnic lunch. Search for big cats, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, plains wildlife, and seasonal migration activity.
Maasai Mara Wildlife and Optional Culture
Meals · B / L / DSecond full day in the Mara for deeper wildlife viewing. Optional hot-air balloon safari or Maasai village visit at extra cost.
Maasai Mara to Nairobi or Amboseli Transit
Meals · B / L / DDepart Maasai Mara after breakfast. Travel toward Nairobi and continue to Amboseli if road timing allows, or overnight in Nairobi depending on routing.
Amboseli National Park
Meals · B / L / DContinue to Amboseli if overnighted in Nairobi, then check in and enjoy lunch. Afternoon game drive with possible Kilimanjaro views.
Full Day in Amboseli
Meals · B / L / DMorning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli. Focus on elephant herds, wetlands, birdlife, and mountain backdrops.
Amboseli to Diani Beach
Meals · B / DTransfer to Nairobi or the nearest available connection for the flight or train and road transfer to Diani. Check in at the beach hotel.
Diani Beach Leisure
Meals · B / DFull day at leisure on Diani Beach. Optional snorkeling, glass-bottom boat ride, spa, or water sports.
Diani Marine or Cultural Excursion
Meals · B / DOptional Kisite-Mpunguti marine excursion, Wasini Island visit, Kaya Kinondo cultural visit, or Colobus Conservation stop. Final evening by the beach.
Diani to Nairobi and Departure
Meals · BBreakfast and check out. Transfer for flight or train connection back to Nairobi. Connect to onward international departure.
Year-round departures.
Daily departures available — pick the month that suits you and we'll confirm dates and availability.
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Anything we missed? Our Nairobi team replies within the working day — usually within an hour.
Ask a consultantConservancy fees go directly to the landowners and community projects in the area — schools, anti-poaching units, and conservation efforts.
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