9-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach Holiday | Wildlife, Adventure & Luxury Escape

• Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi.

• Meet and greet by your Polmans representative and transfer to hotel.

• Optional afternoon city tour:

  • Giraffe Centre: Meet endangered Rothschild giraffes and feed them by hand.

  • David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage: Observe baby elephants being cared for.

  • Karen Blixen Museum: Explore the historic coffee plantation of the famed author.

• Evening: Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel / Sarova Panafric / Similar
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Distance: Approx. 250 km / 5–6 hrs

• Depart Nairobi after breakfast, driving through scenic countryside.

• Stop en route for a short coffee break and photo opportunities.

• Arrive in Amboseli National Park by early afternoon.

• Afternoon game drive:

  • Observe elephant herds roaming the plains.

  • Spot lions, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest.

  • Iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro towering over the park.

• Sunset photography opportunities.

• Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.

Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Early morning game drive for the best wildlife viewing.

  • Watch predators like lions and cheetahs in action.

  • Birdwatching: Amboseli hosts over 400 species, including African fish eagles and storks.

• Breakfast picnic in the park.

• Late morning: Optional visit to a Maasai village:

  • Learn about Maasai culture, traditions, and daily life.

  • Opportunity to buy handmade Maasai crafts.

• Afternoon game drive: Explore swamps and dry plains, spotting giraffes, elephants, and buffalo.

• Sunset over Kilimanjaro, a prime photography moment.

• Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Ol Tukai Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Distance: Approx. 230 km / 5–6 hrs

• Breakfast at lodge before departure.

• Drive to Tsavo West National Park, Kenya’s largest and most dramatic park.

• En route, spot wildlife grazing along the Savannah.

• Lunch at lodge.

• Afternoon game drive:

  • Mzima Springs: Spot hippos and crocodiles in crystal-clear pools.

  • Shetani Lava Flow: Explore ancient volcanic landscapes and scenic viewpoints.

  • Wildlife sightings: buffalo, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and predators.

• Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge / Ashnil Aruba Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Distance: Approx. 150 km / 3–4 hrs

• Early morning game drive in Tsavo West:

  • Observe wildlife in volcanic terrains and acacia forests.

  • Optional walking safari with lodge guide.

• Depart mid-morning for Tsavo East National Park.

• Stop en route for lunch at scenic viewpoint or lodge.

• Afternoon game drive in Tsavo East:

  • Famous for “Red Elephants” (coated in red Tsavo soil).

  • Lions, cheetahs, leopards, and vast herds of plains game.

  • Galana River: Prime spot for crocodiles and hippos.

• Dinner and overnight stay at camp or lodge.

Accommodation: Satao Camp / Voyager Ziwani Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Breakfast at lodge.

• Full-day game drives exploring:

  • Open savannahs and riverine forests.

  • Predators in action: lions, leopards, hyenas.

  • Birdwatching: hornbills, kingfishers, and vultures.

• Picnic lunch in the park or lunch at lodge.

• Optional evening sundowner stop with scenic sunset views.

• Dinner and overnight at camp.

Accommodation: Satao Camp / Voyager Ziwani Lodge / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Distance: Approx. 300 km / 4 hrs (or train to MSA)

• Breakfast at lodge.

• Transfer to Diani Beach: scenic drive through coastal plains.

• Arrive at hotel/resort by lunch.

• Afternoon at leisure: relax on the beach, swim, or explore the resort.

• Sunset on the Indian Ocean, perfect for photography.

• Dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Almanara Luxury Villas / Diani Reef Beach Resort / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Full day of leisure and optional activities:

  • Snorkeling and diving in coral reefs.

  • Kayaking or paddleboarding along the coast.

  • Dhow sailing for a sunset cruise.

  • Spa treatments for relaxation.

  • Optional excursion to Shimba Hills National Reserve: forest walk, elephant sightings, and rare birdwatching.

• Dinner and overnight at resort.

Accommodation: Almanara Luxury Villas / Diani Reef Beach Resort / Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Breakfast at resort.

• Transfer to Ukunda/Diani Airport for domestic flight to Nairobi (or road transfer if preferred).

• Arrival in Nairobi and drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for onward travel.

Meal Plan: Breakfast