11-Day Game Safari and Beach Holiday

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative with a friendly “Karibu Kenya” greeting. Meet your safari guide and begin your Combined Beach and Bush Safari with a comfortable transfer to your hotel.

After check-in at Argyle Grand Hotel, take some time to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy the hotel’s facilities or simply unwind before the exciting safari adventure begins the following morning.

Your private safari experience is designed to give you flexibility and comfort as you travel through Kenya’s remarkable wildlife destinations. With your dedicated safari vehicle and experienced guide, you will have opportunities to stop for photographs, observe wildlife and enjoy the scenery at your own pace.

Accommodations:

• Platinum Argyle Grand Hotel

After breakfast, meet your driver-guide at your Nairobi hotel and begin your journey to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.

Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley, enjoying spectacular views of the escarpment, rolling landscapes and rural communities along the way. There will be opportunities to stop for photographs and appreciate the changing scenery as you make your way towards the Mara.

Upon arrival, check in at Zebra Plains Mara Camp and enjoy lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.

The Masai Mara is one of Kenya’s premier wildlife destinations and is renowned for its exceptional concentration of wildlife. During your afternoon exploration, keep watch for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest roaming across the open savannah.

As the afternoon light softens over the plains, continue exploring the reserve before returning to camp for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Zebra Plains Mara

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before setting out for a full day of wildlife exploration in the Masai Mara.

The reserve is famous for its abundant wildlife and diverse landscapes, including open savannahs, woodlands and riverine areas. Spend the day searching for the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest.

Your experienced guide will take you through different sections of the reserve in search of wildlife activity and excellent photography opportunities. Depending on the season, you may also have the opportunity to witness parts of the Great Wildebeest Migration, when large herds of wildebeest and zebras move across the Mara ecosystem.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve, perhaps near the Mara River or beneath the shade of a tree overlooking the savannah. Continue with your afternoon game drive before returning to Zebra Plains Mara Camp for dinner and overnight.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Zebra Plains Mara

After breakfast, check out from the camp and visit a traditional Maasai village. This cultural experience provides an opportunity to learn more about the traditions, lifestyle and heritage of the Maasai people.

Interact with members of the community and enjoy traditional singing and dancing while gaining insight into their connection with the surrounding environment.

Later, continue towards Lake Nakuru National Park. After arriving and checking in at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, enjoy lunch and some time to relax.

In the afternoon, head out for a game drive through the park. Lake Nakuru is known for its scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife, including black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, lions and, with luck, leopards and cheetahs.

Explore the park’s forests, acacia woodlands, grasslands and rocky viewpoints before returning to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Nakuru Sopa

After breakfast, check out and enjoy a morning game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park as you make your way towards the park exit.

Continue to Lake Naivasha, a scenic freshwater lake situated within the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, visit Hell’s Gate National Park, where dramatic cliffs, gorges and volcanic landscapes provide a unique setting for outdoor activities.

Enjoy an opportunity to explore the park by bicycle or on foot, depending on the activities selected. The area is also home to wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, buffaloes and antelopes.

Later, continue to Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for check-in, lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, where you can look out for hippos, African fish eagles and numerous other bird species.

After the boat ride, continue to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary for a guided nature walk. Walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and antelopes while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the lake.

Return to your resort for dinner and overnight.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Naivasha Sopa

After breakfast, check out and begin your scenic journey towards Amboseli National Park.

Travel through Kenya’s countryside, passing rural settlements, open landscapes and expansive savannahs on your way to one of the country’s most famous elephant destinations.

Arrive at Kibo Safari Camp around lunchtime and enjoy your meal before settling in for a short rest.

In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in Amboseli. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Explore the open plains and wetlands while looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and a variety of bird species.

As evening approaches, return to Kibo Safari Camp for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay surrounded by the natural beauty of Amboseli.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Kibo Safari Camp

After breakfast, set out for a full-day safari across the spectacular plains of Amboseli National Park.

Explore different areas of the park in search of its abundant wildlife. Amboseli is particularly famous for its elephants, which can often be seen moving across the open plains in large family groups.

Keep watch for lions, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife. The park also supports a remarkable variety of bird species, making the day enjoyable for both wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Visit Observation Hill, one of the park’s best viewpoints, where you can enjoy panoramic views across Amboseli and its surrounding landscapes. Depending on the day’s schedule, enjoy a picnic lunch while taking in the scenery.

Continue with your afternoon game drive before returning to Kibo Safari Camp for dinner and overnight.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Kibo Safari Camp

After an early breakfast, check out and begin your transfer towards Emali Railway Station. Arrive in good time to board the Madaraka Express SGR train towards Mombasa.

Enjoy the approximately four-hour train journey as you travel from Kenya’s wildlife country towards the Indian Ocean coast. Upon arrival at the Mombasa Terminus, meet your transfer driver for the onward journey to Diani Beach.

Continue to Baobab Beach Resort & Spa and complete your check-in. After settling into your room, enjoy some free time to relax around the swimming pool or head down to the beach and enjoy the tropical coastal atmosphere.

Dinner and overnight will be at Baobab Beach Resort.

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Accommodations:

• Platinum Baobab Beach Resort

Enjoy a relaxed morning at Baobab Beach Resort after breakfast. This day is dedicated to enjoying the tropical beauty of Kenya’s south coast following your safari adventure.

Spend your time relaxing on Diani’s famous white sandy beach, swimming in the warm Indian Ocean or enjoying the resort’s swimming pool and facilities.

The resort is surrounded by coconut palms, tropical vegetation and beautiful gardens, creating an ideal environment for a peaceful beach holiday. You may also spot different species of monkeys and other small wildlife around the resort grounds.

Enjoy lunch before continuing your leisurely beach experience. Spend the afternoon swimming, sunbathing or simply relaxing by the ocean.

Return to the resort for dinner and overnight.

Accommodations:

• Platinum Baobab Beach Resort

After an early breakfast, depart your hotel at approximately 7:00 AM for your marine adventure at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park.

Board the Pilli Pipa dhow at Wasini Island and begin a memorable day exploring Kenya’s spectacular Indian Ocean waters. Enjoy breakfast refreshments while cruising through the marine environment, with opportunities to look for dolphins and other marine life.

The excursion includes snorkeling opportunities at selected locations, where you can explore coral reefs and observe colorful tropical fish, moray eels, stingrays and other marine species. Snorkeling equipment, life jackets and assistance from experienced guides are available.

Later, enjoy a seafood lunch on Wasini Island, featuring freshly prepared fish and crab alongside a selection of beverages. Vegetarian and other dietary options can also be arranged.

After lunch, relax by the beach or in the garden before returning to the mainland. Your driver will meet you later in the afternoon for the transfer back to Baobab Beach Resort.

Accommodations:

• Platinum Baobab Beach Resort

After breakfast, check out from Baobab Beach Resort and transfer to Ukunda Airport for your flight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.

Depending on your international flight schedule, a late check-out at the resort can be arranged where possible, giving you additional time to enjoy the beach before your departure.

Upon arrival at JKIA, connect with your onward international flight and bring your Combined Beach and Bush Safari to an end.

We hope this journey has provided a memorable combination of Kenya’s spectacular wildlife, scenic landscapes, cultural experiences and tropical beaches.