14 days Kenya: The Big Five & The Beach
*price p.p. incl. guide, safari jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (based on six persons)
Head north of Nairobi on this amazing 14-day journey searching for the famous Big Five. To top it off, you’ll end your trip on the beautiful beaches of Kenya’s south coast.
Your first stop is the Ol’ Pejeta Conservancy – a beautiful park where you can see both black and white rhinos. Afterwards, you have two days to admire the big herds of elephants in the Samburu National Reserve as well as the Samburu Special Five. And since rhinos are simply the best, you’ll meet them again at the rhino sanctuary of Solio Game Reserve. After so many thrills on land, it’s time to move to calmer waters.
On the mesmerising Lake Naivasha you’ll embark on a boat safari surrounded by hippos and exotic birds. You’ll end your safari with a bang, in the Masai Mara National Reserve, famous for its Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration. Discover an abundance of wildlife before you head to the sandy white beaches of the Indian Ocean to relax, dive, eat and relax again. Simply wonderful!
Many people travelling to the African continent have questions about safety. Is Kenya safe to travel to? Our answer is clear: YES!
Kenya is definitely a safe country to visit, especially for people going on organised game drives with private guides as you will do with us. There are definitely some places to avoid in big cities like Nairobi or Mombasa, but – as with all big cities – by taking some precautions, you’ll be fine. We advise, for example, to leave the hotel at night with a driver and not to go strolling around alone. Also be aware not to wear big and visible jewellery, and keep an eye on your valuables.
This is an exclusive, private safari that allows you to travel at your own pace. This trip is made just for you, exactly as you want it! Our experienced travel consultants will make sure that your wishes come true. There are numerous advantages to such a trip. First, you can cruise around in a private safari vehicle and have a personal guide. It’s completely up to you what time you leave in the morning and when you come back (taking into account your guide’s advice, of course). Secondly, once you’re in a national park, you can observe specific animals or herds for as long as you like. No one will push you to move along. And lastly, knowing your wishes, your personal guide will give you the right tips, turning your trip into an unforgettable experience.
At Africa Safari Trips, we’re all about co-creating your perfect journey. When you plan your African adventures with us, you’re not just booking a trip; you’re embarking on a personalised experience. We start by understanding your wishes and preferences, and we won’t stop until every aspect of your journey aligns perfectly with your vision. Our team works closely with you to ensure that your entire trip is tailor-made to your satisfaction. And for added convenience, we offer a selection of our most popular African tours and safaris as a starting point for your consideration.
Absolutely, Kenya is also home to all of the Big Five and many, many more animals. In short: wildlife galore! These magnificent creatures, lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, can be observed in their natural habitats, making Kenya a preferred choice for wildlife enthusiasts.
* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets
24/7 service 14 days All accommodations Drinking water in our safari jeeps Full board Game drives Luxurious private 4×4 Safari Jeep Park Fees Pickup and transfer airport Private guide speaking fluently English Reservation costs Domestic flight/train Fully accredited under SGR Excluded Visas Travel insurance International flights (can be booked for you on request) Make your dream trip come true with Africa Safari Trips At Africa Safari Trips, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
Day 1 Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi Silver Argyle Grand Hotel Gold Tamarind Tree Hotel Platinum Emara Ole Sereni As you step out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a member of our Africa Safari Trips team or a hotel driver greets you with a big smile: ‘Karibu Kenya – welcome to Kenya!’ He brings you straight to your hotel to relax and, along the way, you get your first impressions of vibrant Nairobi. The next day, your guide takes you on an exclusive, private safari that allows you to travel at your own pace. Let the adventure begin!
Argyle Grand Hotel Gold Tamarind Tree Hotel Platinum Emara Ole Sereni Silver Argyle Grand Hotel Gold Tamarind Tree Hotel Platinum Emara Ole Sereni Day 2 Ol’ Pejeta Conservancy Ol’ Pejeta Conservancy Silver Sweetwaters Serena Camp Gold Sweetwaters Serena Camp Platinum Sweetwaters Serena Camp – Morani Wing The Ol’ Pejeta Conservancy is a protected area set up for endangered species. For rhino lovers, this is a pure heaven on earth with a population of more than 100 black rhinos, almost 40 southern white rhinos AND the last two remaining northern white rhinos worldwide. These white rhinos can even be visited up close! Besides rhinos, the conservancy hosts endangered species like the African wild dog, the oryx, Jackson’s hartebeest and Grévy’s zebra, and houses a sanctuary for abused or orphaned chimpanzees.
Sweetwaters Serena Camp Gold Sweetwaters Serena Camp Platinum Sweetwaters Serena Camp – Morani Wing Silver Sweetwaters Serena Camp Gold Sweetwaters Serena Camp Platinum Sweetwaters Serena Camp – Morani Wing Day 3 – 4 Samburu National Reserve Samburu National Reserve Silver Samburu Sopa Lodge Gold Samburu Intrepids Platinum Elephant Bedroom Camp Samburu National Reserve is a great place the first half of your safari adventure, with a dry semidesert and savannah landscape that allows for far sights and lots of animals. It is home to the Northern Five also called the Samburu Special Five – five rare animals that can only be spotted together in Samburu. The central Ewaso Nyiro River makes for a great spot to see all these animals, while just outside the park you can meet the fascinating Samburu tribe, and observe their special way of living.
Samburu Sopa Lodge Gold Samburu Intrepids Platinum Elephant Bedroom Camp Silver Samburu Sopa Lodge Gold Samburu Intrepids Platinum Elephant Bedroom Camp Day 5 The Solio Ranch / Solio Game Reserve The Solio Ranch / Solio Game Reserve Silver Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Gold Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Platinum Rhino Watch Safari Lodge – Senator Tent The Solio Ranch Conservancy is a privately owned and very special wildlife sanctuary. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, the former ranch is dedicated to saving and protecting rhinos in Kenya. Enjoy thrilling game drives, guided walks and serene picnics amidst the picturesque scenery and not only marvel at the grey giants, but also animals like buffalos, zebras, giraffes, elands, oryx, impala, waterbucks, Thomson’s gazelles and warthogs. You can either spend an unforgettable day here or even stay the night at this tranquil place in the middle of nowhere.
Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Gold Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Platinum Rhino Watch Safari Lodge – Senator Tent Silver Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Gold Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Platinum Rhino Watch Safari Lodge – Senator Tent Day 6 Boat ride on Lake Naivasha and walking safari on Crescent Island Boat ride on Lake Naivasha and walking safari on Crescent Island Silver Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge Gold Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge Platinum Enashipai Resort and Spa Have you ever wanted to pass floating hippos by boat? Seek no longer: during a boat safari on Lake Naivasha this is exactly what will happen. You will pass between huge groups of hippos while seeing eagles and cormorants flying above you, and admiring giraffes on the shore. The safari on board a small motorized boat takes about 60 minutes and ends on the beautiful Crescent Island, where you will continue with a stunning walking safari between zebras, giraffes and wildebeests.
Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge Gold Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge Platinum Enashipai Resort and Spa Silver Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge Gold Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge Platinum Enashipai Resort and Spa Day 7 – 8 En route to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve to accommodations outside the park Silver Zebra Plains Mara Camp Gold Serenity Mara Legends Camp Platinum Ilkeliani Mara Camp Lovers of road trips get their money’s worth today, as you drive to what might be the most famous safari destination in the world. If you decide to sleep at the Zebra Plains Safari Camp today (our silver accommodation), you will end the day on a high note with a walking safari. If you opt for our gold or platinum accommodation, however, you skip the walking safari but sleep right in the heart of the Masai Mara.
Today is a day to remember as you make your way to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve – the highlight of your trip! Enjoy both straight and winding roads on this beautiful road trip, while passing by some exceptional landscapes that you can only find in this part of the world. As this road trip takes up the biggest part of your day, no game drive is planned today. You sleep in an accommodation just outside the park to be well-rested for all the beauty the Mara has to offer the next day!
As the Zebra Plains camp lies close to the Masai Mara National Reserve, their walking safaris are next level. While walking with two Maasai (one armed for protection) and an experienced guide, this is your chance to get closer than ever to giraffes, zebras, impala and all the other animals in this area. What’s more, the Maasai will teach you how to identify and differentiate wildlife footprints and plants, leaving you feeling like a true nature warrior in your own right!
The Masai Mara National Reserve is one of the most famous places for safari worldwide. Located 270 kilometres west of Nairobi, this is one of the biggest game reserves in Africa. It extends over 1,500 km² and has more than 400 species of birds and no less than 95 species of mammals. Big cats are frequently spotted here, and this is THE place to watch the world-famous Great Migration between August and October, with its vast herds of wildebeests and zebras crossing the Mara River.
Zebra Plains Mara Camp Gold Serenity Mara Legends Camp Platinum Ilkeliani Mara Camp Silver Zebra Plains Mara Camp Gold Serenity Mara Legends Camp Platinum Ilkeliani Mara Camp Day 9 – 13 Drive back to Nairobi and fly to the beach! Drive back to Nairobi Silver Neptune Village – Beach Resort and Spa Diani Gold Neptune Palm Beach – Boutique Resort and Spa Diani Platinum The Sands at Chale Island – Chale Island Resort It’s now time to rest by the ocean! Once back in Nairobi, you fly to the outstretched and white beaches of Diani, the perfect location for beach holidays. Longing for a tropical island retreat? Then step it up to platinum and stay on Chale Island – just off the coast it offers an amazing design hotel that pampers to all your needs.,
Today, you are going back to Nairobi, where you can either relax in your hotelroom or do a nearby activity.
Take a domestic flight to Diani Beach, where a tropical paradise awaits you! Over the next few days, you can discover white sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs. Into adventure? Discover the various nearby sandbanks, go snorkeling in a marine park, take a board to go supping or head out for a day of deep sea fishing. Into culture? Discover the nearby city of Mombasa with its vibrant culture. A better end to a perfect holiday is hardly imaginable! Diani Beach Stretching along Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast like a ribbon of brilliant white, Diani Beach is a gorgeous setting for a beach holiday. Against the backdrop of forests echoing with the sounds of wildlife, it offers clear blue waters, white palm fringed beaches, and many watersports activities. Here you can swim along sandbanks, snorkel among colourful reefs, dive in deep sea canyons, or try out kitesurfing or supping. And for those in need of a dash of culture, the vibrant city of Mombasa is not far away! Chale Island Chale Island is one of Kenya’s precious jewels, a true paradise with amazingly white beaches and a crystal blue ocean, just off the country’s south coast. This small, tropical island is also known as a sacred kaya, one of the places of ancient worship you find along Kenya’s coast, which makes it extra special. What’s more, it has rich and diverse oceanic underwater life and offers a plethora of water activities. Lovers of water sports, diving and beach will feel right at home here, especially when staying in The Sands Hotel – the island’s only (!) and beautiful beach resort. Accommodations: Silver Neptune Village – Beach Resort and Spa Diani Gold Neptune Palm Beach – Boutique Resort and Spa Diani Platinum The Sands at Chale Island – Chale Island Resort Silver Neptune Village – Beach Resort and Spa Diani Gold Neptune Palm Beach – Boutique Resort and Spa Diani Platinum The Sands at Chale Island – Chale Island Resort Day 14 Flight home from Mombasa (not included in the price) Flight home from Mombasa (not included in the price) This is your last day! Unfortunately, our driver will have to take you to Mombasa to catch your flight home from Moi International Airport. Sad to leave…? Then don’t worry! We can still add a few more days on those beautiful beaches or even add a few exciting safari days to your holiday!
Make your dream trip come true with Africa Safari Trips At Africa Safari Trips, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
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