12-Day Kenya's Hidden Gems Safari by Land

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrive in Nairobi and unwind

Touch down at Nairobi’s international airport, where you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The rest of The day is yours to relax and unwind after your journey. Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city and the main safari hub for international and domestic travelers with two airports connecting the full East Africa. The city has some great hotels, restaurants and the shopping opportunities to offer. More importantly, Nairobi has creditable must-sees of its own, of which the standout attraction is the remarkable Nairobi National Park, besides the Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre and the Karen Blixen Museum.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages

• Mid-range lodge located in Nairobi (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Nairobi

Enjoy a full day in Nairobi, either relaxing at your hotel or exploring the city’s highlights. Choose from exciting optional activities such as a game drive in Nairobi National Park and a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to see rescued baby elephants. Continue to the historic Karen Blixen Museum and the famous Giraffe Centre for a chance to feed and interact with the gentle Rothschild giraffes. A perfect blend of wildlife, culture, and history in Kenya’s vibrant capital.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages

• Mid-range lodge located in Nairobi (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Start your safari to Amboseli & Kilimanjaro

09:00h – Begin your safari with a scenic drive to Amboseli, at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro (approx. 4 hrs). Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Elerai Conservancy, ending with Sundowner drinks at a scenic viewpoint.

Optional: Hot-air balloon flight the next morning – request at booking.

Amboseli, located in southern Kenya near the Tanzanian border, is renowned for its stunning landscapes dominated by the towering presence of Mount

Kilimanjaro. The region boasts diverse ecosystems, including open savannahs, wetlands, and acacia woodlands, making it a prime destination for wildlife viewing and breathtaking scenery.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Elerai Camp

• Luxury tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Amboseli game driveing & Culture

Morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, with wildlife sightings against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Afternoon visit to a local Maasai village for an authentic cultural experience.

Amboseli is one of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up close. Other animals that are quite easy to spot are: Leopard, Cheetah, Wild dogs, Buffalo, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Crocodile, Mongoose, Hyrax, Dik- dik, Lesser Kudu, and Nocturnal Porcupine. The park also has prolific birdlife that features 600 species!

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Elerai Camp

• Luxury tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Travel from Amboseli to Tsavo West

Journey south into Tsavo West National Park, stopping to explore the Shetani Lava Flow and the crystal-clear waters of Mzima Springs. Arrive at your camp for lunch. Spend the afternoon at leisure or opt for a short game drive—flexible to your preference, just discuss with your driver-guide.

Tsavo West is a popular destination on account of its magnificent scenery. Mzima Springs a star attraction - a pool of natural spring water with underwater viewing hides for observing hippo and crocodiles, rich and varied wildlife with good road system and rhino sanctuary.

Main Destination:

Tsavo West National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo West NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Severin Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Tsavo Game Drives

Enjoy a full-day or split morning & afternoon game-drive across the rugged, lava-sculpted landscapes of Tsavo West National
Park. Wildlife viewing here is diverse and scenic.

Acacia woodlands, belts of riverine vegetation and rocky ridges including the Poacher's Lookout where visitors can see the teeming herds in the plains below. Tsavo West offers some of the most magnificent game-viewing in the world including: elephant, rhino, Hippos, lions, cheetah, leopards, Buffalos, diverse plant and bird species like threatened corncrake and near threatened Basra Reed Warbler.

Optional: Join additional lodge-organised activities such as a guided walking safari or bird-watching.

Main Destination:

Tsavo West National Park

Accommodation:

Severin Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tsavo West to Tsavo East

After early breakfast, enjoy a final game-drive through Tsavo West en route to the park gate. Continue to Tsavo East (2–3 hrs), with wildlife viewing along the way. Afternoon game-drive across the vast plains, home to large elephant herds and buffalo.

Kenya's biggest park is not only ideal for a safari away from the crowds but famous for its large numbers of elephant and spectacular herds of buffalo. Tsavo East is a flatter, drier and more open savannah environment than its western sibling which makes game viewing easier, especially around the permanent water sources. The park offers wild safari experience and a genuinely remote feel.

Main Destination:

Tsavo East National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)

High Season December to March and July to October (Not busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo East NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

Show more

CheetahOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

WildebeestRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Satao Camp

• Luxury tented bush camp located inside Tsavo East NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tsavo Game Drives & Sundowner Drinks

Enjoy a full-day or split morning & afternoon game-drive exploring Tsavo East National Park. End the day with sundowner drinks at a scenic viewpoint.

Tsavo East offers great wildlife-safari in pristine wilderness. All of the Big Five are here. Elephants are common throughout the park, and their red-dust coating makes them stand out against the arid environment. From big cats, lions are most easily spotted due to open-plains. Buffalo, zebra and plenty of Maasai-giraffe are common animals you can expect to see. This park is also one of the few places to see the fringed-eared Oryx, lesser kudu, long-necked gerenuk and the critically endangered hirola or Hunter's hartebeest.

Main Destination:

Tsavo East National Park

Accommodation:

Satao Camp

• Luxury tented bush camp located inside Tsavo East NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Travel to Diani Beach for leisure

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game-drive en route to the park gate and travel to Diani Beach.

A vibrant, intimate little paradise on the quiet shores of the Indian Ocean just south of Mombasa in beautiful Kenya. Two cottages, located on one of the most magical beaches in Africa! Designed for couples, the suites are about the privacy and cosiness. Monkey Suites is located in the centre of it all, restaurants, water sports and much more...

Incorporating Tiwi Beach, Galu Beach, Chale Island, Funzi Island, Msambweni and Kinondo. The pearly-white sands blend into the turquoise warm waters of the Indian Ocean creating a perfect backdrop of tranquillity for a truly memorable African Holiday. Destination is also popular for its coral reefs, colobus monkeys, kite-surfing and sky-diving. Close to Shimba Hills National Reserve and Kisite Marine National Reserve.

Main Destination:

Diani Beach

Accommodation:

Monkey Suites

• Mid-range cottage

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Do Something or Simply relax

Spend your day at leisure on Diani Beach — soak in the sun, swim in the ocean, or choose an optional activity: Funzi Island, Wasini Island, Snorkelling, Tropical Forest, Diving, Kite surfing...

The most popular activity is frolicking in the clear water of always warm Indian Ocean. There are lots of water-sports available. Divers have choice of 30 dive sites within half-an-hour boat trip from Diani Beach with near perfect visibility.

Snorkelling can be done by simply walking into the sea. The water is shallow and allows a clear view of the sandy bottom. Diani has great conditions for wind and kitesurfing too.

Main Destination:

Diani Beach

Accommodation:

Monkey Suites

• Mid-range cottage

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Relaxing day on Diani Beach

Free day to relax and enjoy the Indian Ocean. Diani is a perfect place to kick back and do nothing.

Not just any beach holiday. A trip to Diani Beach combines the beauty of sand, sea and tropical vegetation. The climate and scenery are marvellous. Dotted along the beach are elegant hotels and glamorous villas. While just at the backdrop there is Tropical Rain-forest, home to variety of wildlife-species with very special and indigenous Colobus Monkey.

Main Destination:

Diani Beach

Accommodation:

Monkey Suites

• Mid-range cottage

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart from Diani

We will assist with all logistics to ensure an easy connection to your international flight home.

As you prepare to return home, you have a couple of options for departing from Diani: > Fly internationally from Mombasa Airport; > Fly or take the train to Nairobi to connect with your international flight.

Let us assist you in choosing the most convenient route.

Main Destination:

Diani Beach

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.