8-Day Signature Journey of Wildlife & Coastal Luxury

After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport in Nairobi for your scheduled Safarilink flight to Samburu.

Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to Soroi Larsens Camp, set in the beautiful Samburu wilderness.

After settling into camp and enjoying lunch, head out for your first afternoon game drive. Samburu offers a very different safari experience from the Mara, with rugged landscapes and wildlife adapted to the northern Kenyan environment.
Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions and, with luck, some of Samburu's special northern species.

Overnight: Soroi Larsens Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Wake up to the sounds of the African bush and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a full-day safari experience.

Your professional safari guide will follow the latest wildlife movements to give you the best possible opportunities for sightings. Samburu is particularly famous for its elephants and unique wildlife, including the Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Somali ostrich.

Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch or return to camp for lunch, depending on the day's safari plan and weather.

Later, return to your luxury camp to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Overnight: Soroi Larsens Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Samburu before transferring to the airstrip for your Safarilink flight from Samburu/Kalama Airstrip to the Masai Mara.

Fly south towards the world-famous Masai Mara, with its endless grasslands and extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

On arrival at Keekorok Airstrip, meet your safari guide and begin your game drive en route to Elewana Sand River Masai Mara.

After lunch and time to settle in, head out for your first afternoon game drive in the Mara.

Overnight: Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is dedicated entirely to the Masai Mara National Reserve.

Set out after breakfast for a full-day safari, exploring the open savannah in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.

The Mara is also famous for its seasonal wildebeest migration. Depending on the time of year and wildlife movements, your guide will focus on areas offering the best opportunities for memorable sightings.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your afternoon exploration.
Return to camp later in the day for a relaxing evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Overnight: Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and transfer to Keekorok Airstrip.

Board your scheduled flight from the Masai Mara to Ukunda Airport, Diani.

On arrival, enjoy a private transfer to Almanara Luxury Resort, where your safari adventure transitions into a relaxing Indian Ocean holiday.

Spend the afternoon enjoying the resort, swimming pool and beautiful Diani Beach, or relax after your safari.

Overnight: Almanara Luxury Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Today brings one of the highlights of your coastal holiday.

After an early breakfast, your transfer takes you to the KWS floating jetty in Shimoni, arriving at approximately 8:30 AM.

Board a traditional Arabian-style dhow and receive a welcome from the crew, with Kenyan tea or coffee and biscuits served onboard.

Cruise through the beautiful waters towards Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, keeping watch for dolphins along the way.

Enjoy guided snorkelling in the protected marine waters, where you can discover colourful coral reefs and tropical fish. Depending on sea conditions, you will visit two snorkelling locations or enjoy extended time in the water.

Continue to Wasini Island for a delicious seafood lunch featuring fresh crab and fish, with chicken and vegetarian options available.

After lunch, relax in the peaceful island surroundings before returning by dhow across the Wasini Channel to Shimoni.

There may also be an opportunity for a short forest walk depending on the tides. A visit to the Shimoni Slave Caves Community Project can also be included as part of the experience.

Return to Diani at approximately 5:30–6:00 PM, depending on your hotel location and sea/tide conditions.

Overnight: Almanara Luxury Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Enjoy a completely relaxed day at the coast.

After breakfast, spend the day at your own pace. Swim in the warm Indian Ocean, relax by the pool, enjoy the beach or take advantage of the resort's facilities.

For guests looking for additional experiences, a selection of optional activities can be arranged.

Overnight: Almanara Luxury Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast at Almanara and some free time before your transfer to Ukunda Airport.

Board your scheduled flight from Ukunda to Nairobi, marking the end of your luxury Kenya safari and Diani Beach escape.

Meals: Breakfast