Elephant herd walking across Amboseli grassland below snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro

8-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach Holiday

Duration 8 days
Country Kenya
Parks Kenya
Style Beach Holidays
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Overview

Your trip at a glance

Elephants below Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, the wild landscapes of Tsavo West and Tsavo East, then four nights on the white sands of Diani Beach on Kenya's south coast.

This eight-day Kenya safari and beach holiday takes you from the savannah to the Indian Ocean by road. Start in Amboseli, where big elephant herds walk below snow-capped Kilimanjaro, then cross Tsavo West and Tsavo East, Kenya's largest wilderness, known for its red elephants, lions and lava landscapes.

Finish with four nights on Diani Beach, regularly voted one of Africa's best beaches, with time to snorkel, see dolphins at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park or simply relax.

Why Diani?

Diani has a long, palm-lined white beach, calm water inside the reef and easy access to Ukunda airstrip and Mombasa airport, so it is simple to fly home or connect onwards.

Best time to go

January to March and June to October are dry and sunny on safari and on the coast. The long rains fall from April to May.

Price and booking basis

From US$2,650 per adult, based on two adults travelling together in a private safari vehicle and sharing a twin/double room in mid-range accommodation, outside peak holiday dates. 8 days and 7 nights. Exact dates, lodge availability and current park fees determine the final quote.

Accommodation listed is proposed and confirmed at booking, with equivalent alternatives offered where needed. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. Nairobi to Amboseli

    Drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park, arriving for lunch and an afternoon game drive with views of Kilimanjaro.

    Overnight · Mid-range Amboseli lodge; confirmed at bookingMeals · Lunch, Dinner
  2. Amboseli full day

    Morning and afternoon game drives among elephants, buffalo and the swamps of Amboseli, with Kilimanjaro clearest at dawn.

    Overnight · Mid-range Amboseli lodge; confirmed at bookingMeals · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Amboseli to Tsavo West

    Drive to Tsavo West, stopping at Mzima Springs to look for hippos and crocodiles, then explore the lava flows of Shetani.

    Overnight · Mid-range Tsavo West lodge; confirmed at bookingMeals · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  4. Tsavo East to Diani Beach

    Game drive through Tsavo East to look for its red-dusted elephants and lions, then continue to the coast and check in at Diani.

    Overnight · Mid-range Diani beach resort; confirmed at bookingMeals · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  5. Diani Beach

    A free day on Diani Beach: swim, snorkel or relax under the palms.

    Overnight · Mid-range Diani beach resort; confirmed at bookingMeals · Breakfast, Dinner
  6. Optional dolphin and reef trip

    Join an optional dhow trip to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park and Wasini Island for snorkelling and dolphins.

    Overnight · Mid-range Diani beach resort; confirmed at bookingMeals · Breakfast, Dinner
  7. Diani free day

    Another day to enjoy the beach, kitesurfing or a visit to the Colobus Conservation centre.

    Overnight · Mid-range Diani beach resort; confirmed at bookingMeals · Breakfast, Dinner
  8. Departure

    Breakfast and check-out. Airport transfers to Ukunda or Mombasa can be arranged at extra cost.

    Overnight · Not included; ends in DianiMeals · Breakfast

What's included

Price includes & excludes

Included

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and English-speaking driver-guide
  • Park entry fees for Amboseli, Tsavo West and Tsavo East
  • Accommodation in shared twin/double rooms as listed, subject to availability
  • Meals shown in the daily itinerary and drinking water during game drives
  • Nairobi hotel pickup and road transfer to Diani

Not included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Kenya eTA, travel insurance and medical cover
  • Tips for guides and hotel staff
  • Drinks other than drinking water, laundry and personal purchases
  • Optional beach excursions such as the Kisite dolphin trip
  • Hotels before the safari and airport transfers after the beach stay

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