
Kenya
Kenya - Private Safari and Beach
Kenya - Private Safari and Beach
Duration
14 days
Start/End
Nairobi/Mombasa
Tour type
Individual
Level
Easy
Accommodation
Lodges, camps and hotels
Overview
On this exclusive private trip with your own driver-guide you experience the Masai Mara with lion prides, cheetahs and huge herds of wildebeest and zebra. You continue to Lake Naivasha, to Amboseli with its elephant herds and to Tsavo West National Park before relaxing on the beach near Mombasa.
Experience the world-famous Masai Mara, one of Africa's most wildlife-rich natural paradises, on this exclusive Kenyan safari. Observe prides of lions at sunrise, elegant cheetahs on the prowl, and countless herds of wildebeest and zebra traversing the vast savannah. The Masai Mara unfolds its own magic at every time of day – from golden dawns to dramatic sunsets over the open grasslands. Your journey continues to the majestic Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and the impressive backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Here you'll experience a picture-perfect safari: elephants roaming through gentle swamps, rising morning mist slowly dissipating, and scenery that seems like a painting. Kilimanjaro always towers over the landscape, making every moment special. In the wildly romantic Tsavo West National Park, you'll discover the rugged, diverse side of Kenya. Here, vast lava fields meet green oases, dense bushland alternates with impressive rock formations, and the wildlife reveals itself in its pristine, untouched form. The landscapes seem otherworldly – mystical, varied, and full of surprises. After all these impressive safari experiences, you'll enjoy relaxing days at the charming Pinewood Beach Hotel on the stunning Diani Beach. The powder-white sand, turquoise sea, and laid-back atmosphere offer the perfect place to unwind. Reflect on the experiences of the past few days on the beach, treat yourself to some pampering spa treatments, or take short excursions along the tropical coast. The private safari, for two or more people, is accompanied by an experienced English-speaking driver-guide. A German-speaking driver or translator can be booked for an additional fee. In a 4x4 jeep with a pop-up roof, you'll spend ample time in the Masai Mara, experience Amboseli National Park with the backdrop of Kilimanjaro, and explore the diverse Tsavo West National Park. You'll stay in small, comfortable lodges and camps instead of large hotels and conclude your trip with six relaxing nights on Diani Beach. This journey is a true safari of indulgence – not an ordinary travel program, but a carefully curated, extraordinary experience full of magic, natural wonders and unforgettable moments that will stay with you for a long time.
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Day 1
Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Base Camp
approx. 280 km
Your Kenya safari begins with a highlight: you'll be picked up from your accommodation in Nairobi. We'd be happy to assist you with booking a pre-safari overnight stay. From vibrant Nairobi, you'll travel to one of the world's most renowned wildlife destinations: the Masai Mara. After a short briefing, you'll set off westward in your 4x4 Land Cruiser. As the first acacia trees appear, you'll journey deeper and deeper into Maasai country. In the afternoon, you'll embark on your first game drive in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and many other animals you'd expect to see on a Kenyan safari. Your safari guide will share their extensive knowledge of the Masai Mara's wildlife and ecosystem. You'll be amazed at how much you experience and learn on just the first day of your safari. As the sun slowly sets over the Kenyan bush, you'll begin your journey back to the authentic Masai Mara Base Camp on the Talek River, where you'll spend the next three nights.
Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 1
Base Camp
approx. 280 km
Your Kenya safari begins with a highlight: you'll be picked up from your accommodation in Nairobi. We'd be happy to assist you with booking a pre-safari overnight stay. From vibrant Nairobi, you'll travel to one of the world's most renowned wildlife destinations: the Masai Mara. After a short briefing, you'll set off westward in your 4x4 Land Cruiser. As the first acacia trees appear, you'll journey deeper and deeper into Maasai country. In the afternoon, you'll embark on your first game drive in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and many other animals you'd expect to see on a Kenyan safari. Your safari guide will share their extensive knowledge of the Masai Mara's wildlife and ecosystem. You'll be amazed at how much you experience and learn on just the first day of your safari. As the sun slowly sets over the Kenyan bush, you'll begin your journey back to the authentic Masai Mara Base Camp on the Talek River, where you'll spend the next three nights.
Your accommodation: Base Camp
3 nights · Double room · Full board
Your accommodation: Base Camp
3 nights · Double room · Full board
Day 2
Masai Mara Game Reserve
Base Camp
Look forward to a full day of game driving through the magnificent Masai Mara. Decide in the morning whether you would like to have your breakfast amidst the bush. If you visit the Mara during the Great Migration, you'll stop at the Mara River, where—with a bit of luck—you can see wildebeest and zebras crossing among the crocodiles. Throughout the year, you can observe a wide variety of animals in the Mara and have the chance to spot the Big Five and many more. Pause and let the endless expanse and breathtaking beauty of nature sink in. You'll spend another night at Base Camp Masai Mara, just outside the game reserve. Since animals don't respect boundaries, keep an eye out for wildlife even within the camp, perhaps while enjoying a refreshing drink before dinner.
Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 2
Base Camp
Look forward to a full day of game driving through the magnificent Masai Mara. Decide in the morning whether you would like to have your breakfast amidst the bush. If you visit the Mara during the Great Migration, you'll stop at the Mara River, where—with a bit of luck—you can see wildebeest and zebras crossing among the crocodiles. Throughout the year, you can observe a wide variety of animals in the Mara and have the chance to spot the Big Five and many more. Pause and let the endless expanse and breathtaking beauty of nature sink in. You'll spend another night at Base Camp Masai Mara, just outside the game reserve. Since animals don't respect boundaries, keep an eye out for wildlife even within the camp, perhaps while enjoying a refreshing drink before dinner.
Day 3
Masai Mara Game Reserve
Base Camp
On another day of safari in the Mara, you can fully immerse yourself in the natural world of this wildlife paradise. Explore the different corners of the game reserve and gain a deep insight into the local flora and fauna. Together with your driver, you'll observe the behavior and social structures of the animals while searching for rare species. No two days in the bush are the same. You'll return to the Masai Mara Base Camp one last time, where you can bring your time in the Mara to a close by a cozy fire.
Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 3
Base Camp
On another day of safari in the Mara, you can fully immerse yourself in the natural world of this wildlife paradise. Explore the different corners of the game reserve and gain a deep insight into the local flora and fauna. Together with your driver, you'll observe the behavior and social structures of the animals while searching for rare species. No two days in the bush are the same. You'll return to the Masai Mara Base Camp one last time, where you can bring your time in the Mara to a close by a cozy fire.
Day 4
Maasai Mara Region – Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
approx. 225 km
After breakfast, you'll leave the Masai Mara region and travel on to Lake Naivasha, Kenya's flower capital and one of the few freshwater lakes in the Great Rift Valley. Around midday, you'll arrive at your lakeside accommodation and can spend the afternoon as you wish. Book an optional boat trip on the lake and spot some of the more than 500 bird species, take a stroll around the lodge grounds, or relax with a book by the pool. It's not uncommon to encounter zebras on the property. Take some time for yourself and unwind before the exciting safari experiences of the coming days.
Maasai Mara Region – Lake Naivasha
Day 4
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
approx. 225 km
After breakfast, you'll leave the Masai Mara region and travel on to Lake Naivasha, Kenya's flower capital and one of the few freshwater lakes in the Great Rift Valley. Around midday, you'll arrive at your lakeside accommodation and can spend the afternoon as you wish. Book an optional boat trip on the lake and spot some of the more than 500 bird species, take a stroll around the lodge grounds, or relax with a book by the pool. It's not uncommon to encounter zebras on the property. Take some time for yourself and unwind before the exciting safari experiences of the coming days.
Your accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
1 night · Double room · Full board
Your accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
1 night · Double room · Full board
Day 5
Lake Naivasha – Amboseli Region
Satao Elerai
approx. 360 km
Today's journey takes us at a relaxed pace towards Amboseli National Park. We drive south past the Ngong Hills, almost to the Tanzanian border. Here lies Amboseli National Park, home to the elephants. Weather permitting, you can enjoy a unique view from here: Tanzania's Kilimanjaro, with its snow-capped Uhuru Peak, looms in the background, while elephants wander majestically among the acacia trees. Your home for the next two nights is the Satao Elerai Camp in a private conservancy south of the park. Observe animals at the camp's own waterhole and enjoy the view of Kilimanjaro from the swimming pool.
Lake Naivasha – Amboseli Region
Day 5
Satao Elerai
approx. 360 km
Today's journey takes us at a relaxed pace towards Amboseli National Park. We drive south past the Ngong Hills, almost to the Tanzanian border. Here lies Amboseli National Park, home to the elephants. Weather permitting, you can enjoy a unique view from here: Tanzania's Kilimanjaro, with its snow-capped Uhuru Peak, looms in the background, while elephants wander majestically among the acacia trees. Your home for the next two nights is the Satao Elerai Camp in a private conservancy south of the park. Observe animals at the camp's own waterhole and enjoy the view of Kilimanjaro from the swimming pool.
Your accommodation: Satao Elerai
2 nights · Double room · Full board
Your accommodation: Satao Elerai
2 nights · Double room · Full board
Day 6
Amboseli National Park
Satao Elerai
Today we'll explore Amboseli National Park on full-day safaris. Although the park is located in a warm and dry region, the melting snows of Kilimanjaro transform Amboseli into a green oasis during the rainy season. Follow in the footsteps of elephants and observe the animals' sophisticated social behavior with your safari guide. With a bit of luck, you might also spot cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, and waterbuck along the way.
Amboseli National Park
Day 6
Satao Elerai
Today we'll explore Amboseli National Park on full-day safaris. Although the park is located in a warm and dry region, the melting snows of Kilimanjaro transform Amboseli into a green oasis during the rainy season. Follow in the footsteps of elephants and observe the animals' sophisticated social behavior with your safari guide. With a bit of luck, you might also spot cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, and waterbuck along the way.
Day 7
Amboseli National Park – Tsavo West National Park
Severin Safari Camp
approx. 155 km
Having already explored some of Kenya's most popular national parks over the past few days, another highlight awaits you. Tsavo West is one of the country's largest parks and the setting for countless wilderness experiences. Today, you'll explore this national park, renowned for its diverse landscapes, on an afternoon game drive. Mountains, savannah, thorny bushes, and forests are home to many animal species, including the rare hunter antelope. By now, you've become a true Kenya and safari expert, having seen various landscapes and animal species and learned a great deal from your safari guide. Enjoy your last safari evening at the comfortable Severin Safari Camp.
Amboseli National Park – Tsavo West National Park
Day 7
Severin Safari Camp
approx. 155 km
Having already explored some of Kenya's most popular national parks over the past few days, another highlight awaits you. Tsavo West is one of the country's largest parks and the setting for countless wilderness experiences. Today, you'll explore this national park, renowned for its diverse landscapes, on an afternoon game drive. Mountains, savannah, thorny bushes, and forests are home to many animal species, including the rare hunter antelope. By now, you've become a true Kenya and safari expert, having seen various landscapes and animal species and learned a great deal from your safari guide. Enjoy your last safari evening at the comfortable Severin Safari Camp.
Your accommodation: Severin Safari Camp
1 night · Double room · Full board
Your accommodation: Severin Safari Camp
1 night · Double room · Full board
Day 8
Tsavo West National Park – Diani Beach
Pinewood Beach Resort
approx. 335 km
After exciting days exploring Kenya's most beautiful national parks, it's time to wash off the red dust and relax. Today we'll take you to Diani Beach on Kenya's south coast. We'll drive through the hinterland, through the Shimba Hills. Passing small villages and over verdant hills, we'll arrive in the small beach town of Diani Beach with its 13-kilometer stretch of tropical coastline. Upon arrival at your beach hotel, you'll say goodbye to your driver. Relax by the Indian Ocean, in one of the many excellent restaurants or bars, and reminisce about your Kenyan safari adventures.
Tsavo West National Park – Diani Beach
Day 8
Pinewood Beach Resort
approx. 335 km
After exciting days exploring Kenya's most beautiful national parks, it's time to wash off the red dust and relax. Today we'll take you to Diani Beach on Kenya's south coast. We'll drive through the hinterland, through the Shimba Hills. Passing small villages and over verdant hills, we'll arrive in the small beach town of Diani Beach with its 13-kilometer stretch of tropical coastline. Upon arrival at your beach hotel, you'll say goodbye to your driver. Relax by the Indian Ocean, in one of the many excellent restaurants or bars, and reminisce about your Kenyan safari adventures.
Your accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort
6 nights · Double room · Half board
Your accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort
6 nights · Double room · Half board
Days 9–13
Diani Beach – Galu Beach
Pinewood Beach Resort
You can relax for the rest of your Kenyan holiday at Galu Beach, adjacent to the famous Diani Beach. Its location and gently sloping sandy beach make Diani Beach a perfect place to unwind. The Pinewood Beach Resort is located somewhat away from the larger hotel complexes. It has 58 rooms spread across the grounds in small, two-story buildings. The hotel also features a pool with a pool bar, a beach bar, a beach restaurant, and a main restaurant. Dinner is served at a different location each day. The hotel offers spa treatments and various water sports. Childcare is also available. There is no organized entertainment – here, true peace and relaxation await. Enjoy your days off and reminisce about your safari adventure.
Diani Beach – Galu Beach
Days 9–13
Pinewood Beach Resort
You can relax for the rest of your Kenyan holiday at Galu Beach, adjacent to the famous Diani Beach. Its location and gently sloping sandy beach make Diani Beach a perfect place to unwind. The Pinewood Beach Resort is located somewhat away from the larger hotel complexes. It has 58 rooms spread across the grounds in small, two-story buildings. The hotel also features a pool with a pool bar, a beach bar, a beach restaurant, and a main restaurant. Dinner is served at a different location each day. The hotel offers spa treatments and various water sports. Childcare is also available. There is no organized entertainment – here, true peace and relaxation await. Enjoy your days off and reminisce about your safari adventure.
Day 14
Return journey from Mombasa
You will be taken to Mombasa airport, say goodbye to Kenya and begin your journey home with many memories. KENYA SAFARI AND BEACH.
Return journey from Mombasa
Day 14
You will be taken to Mombasa airport, say goodbye to Kenya and begin your journey home with many memories. KENYA SAFARI AND BEACH.
Price from
€4,905.00
Services
What's included
Trips in a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser safari vehicle
English-speaking tour guide who is also the driver – German-speaking guide available on request
Window seat guarantee in the vehicle
Full board as per program during the safari (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
Half board at the beach hotel
Accommodation as per program or equivalent if not available
Water during the safari
All entrance fees as per the itinerary in the national parks
Hotel on Diani Beach including half board
AMREF-Flying Doctors Insurance
Digital travel folder including travel guide
Travel price guarantee certificate
What's not included
Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)
Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)
personal equipment
Visa and vaccinations, if required
Tip
Pre-night stay at the Tamarind Tree Hotel: €99 per person in a double room
Additional meals, drinks and activities not listed
Increases in park entrance fees, taxes, duties, government regulations, and fluctuations in currency and fuel prices.
Character of the trip
Fitness
Easy
Altitude
Gentle
Culture / nature
Pure nature
This private tour is ideal for anyone who wants to experience Africa in a personalized, flexible way and at their own pace. You'll travel with your own driver-guide; no special level of fitness is required.
Dates and prices
Individual dates
1 participant · €4,905.00 per person
Optional
Pre-tour night Nairobi
Extra night before the tour at the Tamarind Tree Hotel in Nairobi, per person in a double room
€99.00
per person
All prices are “from” prices per person in a double room and apply to trips in April. Prices are higher in the high season. We will be happy to give you the exact price for your preferred date in your personal offer. Single room supplement on request.
Notes on the trip
Route
Nairobi – Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha – Amboseli – Tsavo West – Diani Beach/Galu Beach – Mombasa
Notes
Changes to the itinerary are possible. This trip is generally not suitable for people with reduced mobility. In individual cases, we are happy to check whether we can still accommodate your travel wishes. Please contact us.


