9 Day Kenya Safari Amboseli Tsavo East & Diani Beach Mombasa

Day 1: Nairobi – Drive to Amboseli National Park

After breakfast this morning, we head south to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive within the Amboseli park which lies at the floors of Mount Kilimanjaro and offers scenic backgrounds for photography. Amboseli is world-famous amongst Africa safari destinations, for its populations of large mammals.

The swamps are a center of activity for Elephants, Hippos, Buffaloes and abundant water birds. The surrounding flat grasslands are home to grazing Antelopes. Spotted Hyenas are plentiful, as are Jackals, Warthogs, olive Baboons and Vervet Monkeys.

No longer present in their original numbers, Lions can still be found in Amboseli though the famous black-maned Lions have long since disappeared, as have the black Rhinos that were once so plentiful.

Overnight Accommodation: Amboseli Serena, Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge or Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 2:  Explore Amboseli National Park

We awaken to the sights and sounds of big game country and, if we’re lucky, to a view of Kilimanjaro often unclouded in the early morning sky. In addition to Elephant, Antelope, Zebra, Wildebeest, Buffalo, and the rare Black Rhino.

Amboseli is sought after by travelers in the know for its breathtaking scenery and easily approachable wildlife.  Safari animals include: Lion, Cheetah, Leopard, Elephant, Zebra, Hippo, spotted and striped Hyena, Maasai Giraffe, Oryx, Wildebeest, Gerenuk, Impala and Grant’s Gazelle.

Bird life is abundant, especially in the vicinity of the lakes and swamps where a great variety of water birds may be seen. Over 425 bird species have been recorded here, including over 40 species of birds of prey.

Just after daybreak, we venture into the crisp morning air in search of the great herds. Our game drives are sure to reveal great wonders.

Overnight Accommodation: Amboseli Serena, Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 3: Amboseli  – Drive to Tsavo East National Park

Today, after breakfast, we leave Amboseli behind and head for Tsavo East National Park located South East of Kenya near the Town of Voi in the Taita-Taveta District of Coast Province. The park which is renowned for its large numbers of Elephants and the famous Man-Eating Lions (during the building of the Kenya/ Uganda Railway in 1890).

Upon arrival in Tsavo East we proceed for a game drive en-route to the lodge/ camp. After lunch we relax before taking an afternoon game drive.

During our wildlife viewing drive, we might see Red Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, pods of Hippo, Crocodile, Waterbucks, lesser Kudu, Gerenuk and the prolific bird life features 500 recorded species.

Overnight Accommodation: Voi Safari Lodge, Voi Wildlife Lodge, Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 4: Explore Tsavo East National Park

Wake up for an early game drive, later return to the hotel for breakfast then proceed to Tsavo West National Park. Arrive at the lodge for lunch. Tsavo West National Park is more mountainous and wetter than its counterpart, with swamps, Lake Jipe and the Mzima Springs.

Mzima Springs is home to abundant Nile crocodiles and hippos and a popular drinking spot for Elephant, Zebra and Gazelle whilst blue and vervet monkey cavort in the surrounding acacia trees.

Other mammals include Buffalo, Hartebeest, lesser Kudu, Eland, Waterbuck, Grant’s Gazelle, Impala and Giraffe. Steinbuck, Kirk’s dik dik and klipspringer are also common.

Birdlife include those of the semi-arid zone, such as Ostrich and golden Pipit while perhaps the most conspicuous are the white-headed Buffalo weaver and the brilliantly plumaged golden-breasted starling.

Overnight Accommodation: Finch Hattons Camp, Kilaguni Lodge Serena Lodge or Similar
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 5: Tsavo East – Drive to Diani Beach, Mombasa

Today we say goodbye to the wildlife on our safari adventures and head to the coast and its beautiful, tropical beaches. From Mombasa, we take the ferry to the south coast and our beach hotel/ resort.

We are free to spend the afternoon exploring our resort and the activities and amenities that it has to offer. Dinner is served at our resort.

Overnight Accommodation: PrideInn Hotel Diani, Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa or The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel
Meals: {Breakfast & Dinner}

Day 6, 7 & 8: Explore & Relax in Diani Beach, Mombasa

For the next three days, we have a plethora of activities to enjoy as well as time on the beach or at the pool soaking up the sun. You will be spoilt for choice when you see what activities the hotel offers, noting that some may be at extra cost.

These activities include swimming, snorkelling, a PADI diving school, nature walks, a floodlit tennis court, volleyball, a squash court, a fitness centre, pool games, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, Petanque, tables tennis, water aerobics, windsurfing, pool tables and bird watching.

Also available are the Wasini/ Kisite Island Marine National Park, an 18 hole golf course, shops/ supermarkets, casinos and nightclubs.

Overnight Accommodation: PrideInn Hotel Diani, Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa or The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel
Meals: {Breakfast & Dinner}

Day 9: Diani Beach – Depart

This memorable Bush and Beach Safari in Kenya comes to an end today. After breakfast, we are transferred to Moi Airport/ Ukunda Airstrip in Diani Beach for our onward travels.

Meals: {Breakfast}