2 Days 1 Nights Malindi Safari Kipini Wildlife Conservancy

This 2-Day/1-Night Kipini Wildlife Conservancy safari begins and ends in Malindi. The tour takes you to the Kipini Wildlife Conservancy (also known as the Kipini Wildlife and Botanical Conservancy), located approximately 170 km (106 miles) north of Malindi in the remote Tana River Delta.

This less-traveled destination offers a unique blend of coastal forest and riverine wilderness where the Tana River meets the Indian Ocean.

Kipini Wildlife Conservancy is a private coastal sanctuary located in the Tana River Delta, approximately 170 km north of Malindi. It is recognized as one of Kenya’s “best-kept secrets,” as it is one of the few places in Africa where you can spot elephants, lions, and buffalo on the beach alongside marine life like dolphins and sea turtles.

Kipini Wildlife Conservancy Marine Fauna & Wildlife

Migratory & Shore Birds

✓ Threatened Species: The area provides essential habitat for endangered shorebirds and seabirds 
✓ Migratory Habitat: The Conservancy serves as a critical stopover and wintering habitat for various migratory bird populations

Animals Species

Carnivores: Lions, spotted hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, and hunting dogs
Primates & Other: Gerenuk, lesser kudu, coastal topi, desert warthog, and marsh mongoose
Primates: Vervets, black and white colobus, Blue Sykes monkeys, and proximity to the Tana River mangabey
Endangered/Rare Species: Hirola (individuals) and Aders’ duiker, which is considered nearly extinct in Kenya
Large Mammals: Elephant, African buffalo, hippopotamus, reticulated giraffe, Burchell’s zebra, eland, and waterbuck

2-Day/ 1-Night Kipini Wildlife Conservancy safari from Malindi Itinerary

Day 1: Malindi to Kipini Conservancy

0800 Hours – Departure: Depart from your hotel in Malindi by road for the drive north toward the Tana River Delta
1030 Hours – Arrival & Game Drive: Arrive at the conservancy after a roughly 2.5-hour drive. Begin a mid-morning game drive through the Kipini Forest Conservancy
Wildlife Sightings: Look for elephants, African buffalo, reticulated giraffes, hippos, and rare species such as Ader’s Duiker and the endemic Tana Red Colobus monkey.
1300 Hours – Check-in & Lunch: Arrive at your lodge or camp for check-in, followed by a traditional lunch
1400 Hours – Afternoon Leisure & Optional Activities: Spend the afternoon relaxing on the secluded Kipini beaches, or choose from optional excursions, including Riverboat Excursions to explore the Tana River’s winding channels
Cultural Visits: Tour the historical town of Kipini to learn about local coastal heritage
Nature Walks: Guided walks through the botanical areas to see rare trees like the Dume palm
1900 Hours – Dinner & Overnight: Dinner served at your accommodation 

Day 2: Exploration & Return to Malindi

0700 Hours – Breakfast: Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge.
0830 Hours – Morning Activities: Choose a morning activity to experience the delta’s biodiversity:
Island Hopping: Boat trips to nearby islands for snorkeling and exploration
Bird Watching: The area is home to over 200 bird species, including the Southern Banded Snake Eagle and Saddle-billed Stork
1300 Hours – Lunch & Checkout: Final lunch at the conservancy before preparing for departure
1500 Hours – Journey Back: Depart Kipini by road for the return journey to Malindi
1800 Hours – Arrival: Arrive in Malindi for drop-off at your hotel or residence

Important information

Distance: Approximately 170 km (106 miles) north of Malindi
Transport: This tour is conducted in a 4×4 safari vehicle with open-top hatches for game viewing
Packing: Bring binoculars for birding, light coastal clothing, and swimwear for beach or boat activities

2 Days 1 Night Malindi Safari Kipini Wildlife Conservancy is a short wildlife holiday to the lesser-traveled and remote Tana River Delta, in the small fishing village of Kipini, one of Kenya’s best-kept secrets. It is a wildlife conservancy at the heart of Kenya’s Tana Delta. One of the only places in Africa with turtles, lions, dolphins, and elephants on a beach!

Kipini Wildlife Conservancy is located along Kenya’s coast, approximately 170 km north of Malindi by road. Kipini Conservancy Birds include Black-and-white Flycatcher, Green Tinkerbird, Pallid Honeyguide, African Crake, Southern Banded Snake Eagle, and Saddle-billed Stork, amongst others.

This private coastal conservancy is an important habitat for rare and endangered trees and animals such as elephant, African buffalo, hippopotamus, reticulated giraffe, Burchell’s zebra, hirola, waterbuck, coastal topi, lesser kudu, gerenuk, desert warthog, and eland, among others.

Large carnivore species found in the area include lions, spotted hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, and hunting dogs. The area also hosts marsh mongooses, small primates (vervets, black-and-white colobus, and Blue Sykes monkeys), various amphibians, and reptiles. 203 species of birds have been registered in the area, including a healthy population of ostriches.

Among the trees found in the conservancy are Dume palms, Triclulia Emetia, Mvule, Terminalia, black palms, and elephant trees. In addition, there is a diversity of marine life, including more than 1,000 coral fish and turtles. Several species of whales and dolphins, including the globally threatened dugong, are also available.

River Boat Excursions: The Tana River boasts more than 40 recorded fish species.

Island Hopping & Explorations (snorkeling & googling). The beach is also an important breeding area for turtles and the rare Dugong

Nature Walks: The sanctuary is home to a number of endangered species, including the red mangabey, buffalo, hippo, and crocodiles in the river.

Cultural Excursions: At Kipini, there is a beach with an open sea to the Indian Ocean.  Visit local villagers and small-scale farmers, and see how they pluck coconuts from palm trees, learn how they process maize for daily consumption, and meet and talk with the local Orma and Somali people.

Deep Sea Fishing: Trophy quality marine game, e.g., barracuda, swordfish, and black marlin, are in abundance, but the most notable is the dolphin that will definitely mesmerize you.

Wildlife Conservancy Game Drives: Animals include yellow baboon, mangabey, Sykes, and vervet monkeys; lion, Leopard, African Civet, African Wild Dog, elephant, buffalo, waterbuck, topi, black-eared kob, warthog, and bush pig. The river is famous for its Crocodiles and hippos.

Day 1: Malindi – Drive to Kipini Wildlife Conservancy (Tana River Delta)
Day 2: Kipini Wildlife Conservancy (Tana River Delta) – Drive to Malindi

Day 1: Malindi – Drive to Kipini Wildlife Conservancy (Tana River Delta)

0800 Hours: After breakfast at your hotel in Malindi, depart by road to Kipini Wildlife Conservancy, located on the Kenyan coast, where the Tana River (the biggest river in Kenya) drains into the Indian Ocean. The drive takes about 2.5 Hours from Malindi to Kipini Wildlife Conservancy.

1030 Hours: Enjoy a mid-morning game drive in Kipini Forest Conservancy. Located along Kenya’s coast, the conservancy offers a unique mix of wilderness and coastal charm.It is simply beautiful, and being in Kenya, a country endowed with incredibly diverse landscapes and unique geographical features, all teeming with wildlife and home to more than 50 cultural communities.

1300 Hours: We arrive at our hotel/lodge located outside the conservancy. We check in, and lunch follows.

1400 Hours: After lunch, relax on the beautiful beach of Kipini. There are optional activities available today, such as Riverboat excursions, Nature walks, Cultural excursions, Island hopping and explorations (snorkeling and googling), etc.

Accommodation Options:
Luxury Accommodation: Kizingo Eco Lodge, Delta Dunes Lodge
Mid-Range Accommodation: Red Cliffs Camp Kipini
Budget Accommodation: Kipini Tana River Lodge

Meal Plan: {Lunch & Dinner}

Day 2: Kipini Wildlife Conservancy (Tana River Delta) – Drive to Malindi

0700 Hours: Morning breakfast, then relax or enjoy the many activities available in Kipini, which are a visit to the historical Town of Kipini, Riverboat excursions, Nature walks, Cultural excursions, Island hopping and explorations (snorkeling and googling), etc.

1300 Hours: Lunch followed by checkout.

1500 Hours: Return to Malindi by road.

1800 Hours: Arrive and transfer to your hotel/ Residence. End of our 2-day 1-night Malindi Safari Kipini Wildlife Conservancy Tour.

Meal Plan: {Breakfast and Lunch}

2 Days 1 Night Malindi Safari Kipini Wildlife Conservancy Rates Includes

✓ Extensive game drives
✓ Mineral water during tour
✓ All meals included while on safari
✓ Professional experienced driver guide
✓ All applicable game park entrance fees
✓ Accommodations of your choice in Kipini
✓ Guaranteed window seating with open-top
✓Round trip transport from Nairobi to Kipini & Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water

Notes

* This tour departs daily and also private departures are available

2 Days 1 Night Malindi Safari Kipini Wildlife Conservancy Rates Do Not Include:

* International Airfare
* A visit to a Masai village
* Accommodations in Malindi
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Gratuity for your professional driver guide
* Gratuity for Porterage/waiters at hotels, camps, and airports
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
* Personal expenses such as traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes, and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, and wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary

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