$2,690 to $3,535 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park – At the Foot of Kilimanjaro
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park – At the Foot of Kilimanjaro
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel or airport in your private, custom-built 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser. Leave the bustling capital behind as you drive south through the scenic Maasai plains, arriving at your mid-range lodge in Amboseli in time for a fresh lunch.
After a short rest, head out for your first afternoon game drive. Amboseli is world-famous for its massive herds of free-ranging elephants and unmatched views of Mount Kilimanjaro. As the afternoon cools, the clouds around the mountain's snow-capped peak often clear, providing the perfect photographic backdrop as you track lions, cheetahs, and giant tuskers wandering through the swamps. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and a relaxing evening.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full Day in Amboseli National Park – The Land of Giants
Full Day in Amboseli National Park – The Land of Giants
The entire day dedicated to exploring Amboseli’s diverse landscapes, from dried lake beds to lush, spring-fed swamps. Morning: Set out for an early morning game drive when Kilimanjaro’s peak is clearest. Visit Observation Hill for a panoramic view of the vast swamp networks, which are alive with hippos, pelicans, and hundreds of elephants. Return to camp for a late breakfast and mid-day relaxation by the pool.
• Afternoon: Head out for another game drive to explore different habitats, searching for lions, cheetahs, and massive herds of buffalo.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park – Volcanic Landscapes & Hidden Springs
Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park – Volcanic Landscapes & Hidden Springs
Bid farewell to Kilimanjaro and cross the spectacular Chyulu Hills and the dramatic, jet-black Shetani Lava Flows—the transit as an active, geological game drive.
Enjoy an early breakfast and depart Amboseli at 07:30 AM. Cross the spectacular Shetani Lava Flow—a massive, black jagged landscape formed by volcanic activity—and enter Tsavo West. Head straight to the famous Mzima Springs for a guided nature walk to the underwater viewing chamber to watch hippos and crocodiles. Arrive at your lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, Visit the protected Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary to search for the endangered black rhino. Spend the rest of the afternoon trailing Tsavo's famous "red elephants."
Evening: Relax at the lodge balcony, which directly overlooks a highly active waterhole frequented by elephants, buffalo, and leopards.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo West NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Tsavo West to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – The Elevated Oasis & Night Safari
Tsavo West to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – The Elevated Oasis & Night Safari
A short, scenic drive from the rugged mountains of Tsavo West to the private Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Check into your lodge—such as the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge, renowned for its unique roundavels built on concrete stilts over a bustling floodplain.
After a thrilling afternoon game drive, enjoy dinner overlooking an illuminated waterhole. Later, head out for a thrilling night game drive. Armed with spotlights, look for elusive nocturnal predators like leopards, genets, and hunting lions—an exclusive experience forbidden in regular national parks.
- Main Destination:
- Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
- Accommodation:
- Salt Lick Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Taita Hills to Watamu Beach – Savannah to Pristine Swahili Coast
Taita Hills to Watamu Beach – Savannah to Pristine Swahili Coast
Wake up for a final sunrise game drive in the Taita Hills, watching wildlife wander past the floodlit waterholes for an early morning drink. After a hearty breakfast, pack your bags and trade the rugged red dust of the savannah for the sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Enjoy a scenic private cruise down the highway as the landscape shifts from dramatic acacia bushland to lush, tropical palm fringes with a stopover lunch. Arrive in Watamu by mid-afternoon and check into the stunning Temple Point Resort, uniquely perched on a private peninsula where Mida Creek meets the ocean.
Spend your afternoon exploring the lush tropical gardens or relaxing by the quiet saltwater pools. As golden hour approaches, head over to the resort's famous Lichthaus Sunset Bar to lounge over the water and witness Watamu's most romantic sunset view.
Tonight, savor a delicious dinner included in your half-board stay as the gentle ocean breeze welcomes you to the Swahili Coast.
- Main Destination:
- Watamu (Beach)
- Accommodation:
- Temple Point Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6-8
Watamu Beach – Tropical Leisure & Coastal Freedom
Watamu Beach – Tropical Leisure & Coastal Freedom
These days are entirely yours to design at your own peaceful pace. Lounge under swaying palm trees on powder-white sands, watch the tide reveal magical sandbars, or wander the charming streets of this laid-back eco-paradise.
Lunch is left open to give you the complete freedom to sample Watamu's legendary beachside culinary scene—like fresh seafood at Papa Remo Beach or sunset cocktails over the mangroves at Lichthaus—while your gourmet breakfast and dinner are fully covered at your resort.
Optional Adventures: Take a glass-bottom boat ride to swim with green sea turtles in the Watamu Marine National Park, explore the ancient Gede Ruins hidden in the coastal forest, or take a dhow cruise through Mida Creek.
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner Included).
- Main Destination:
- Watamu (Beach)
- Accommodation:
- Temple Point Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Watamu to Malindi Airport (MYD) – Nairobi Connection & Departure
Watamu to Malindi Airport (MYD) – Nairobi Connection & Departure
Savor a final tropical breakfast by the ocean. Skip the gruelling 10-hour overland drive back to Nairobi entirely. Your driver will pick you up from your resort and transfer you smoothly north to Malindi Airport (MYD).
Board your self-booked domestic flight for a quick, comfortable 1-hour jump back to Nairobi (NBO), perfectly timed to connect with your international flight home.
The domestic flight ticket is excluded, but airlines like Jambojet or SafariLink fly this route daily for around $70–$100. Meals: Breakfast.
- Main Destination:
- Malindi (Beach)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
