Exploring Kenya's Wilderness & Coast

Overview

To give an insight into the types of luxury travel experiences we create, please view the sample itinerary below. It can either be treated as a standalone program, incorporated into a longer itinerary, or modified to match your particular interests and budget. Alternatively, you may wish for us to start with a blank canvas, to handcraft a personalised itinerary based on what you want and nothing more. Prices will fluctuate based on the time of year, length of stay, accommodation choices, number of participants and inclusions.

We pride ourselves in our ability to plan and execute every trip to perfection.

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Itinerary

Upon arrival at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your Travulous guide and transfer to your accommodation for check-in. Spend the rest of your day at leisure enjoying some of Nairobi’s sites or relaxing at your accommodation.
Meals: All meals at own arrangement.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: Kiambethu Tea Farm, Karen Blixen Museum, Kazuri Beads, AFEW Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation centre, half-day Nairobi city tour.
After breakfast, meet your Travulous guide and drive to Amboseli National Park. Crowned by Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, Amboseli is one of Kenya's most scenic parks. The name Amboseli comes from the Maasai word meaning 'salty dust', and it is one of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up close. Enjoy lunch at your accommodation followed by an afternoon game drive.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Enjoy a full day of game drives in Amboseli. Famous for big game sightings, Amboseli has over 80 different mammals and over 400 bird species recorded throughout its varied ecosystems. Return to your accommodation for dinner and spend the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha via Nairobi, and enjoy a packed lunch en route. Lake Naivasha is a beautiful freshwater lake, rimmed with thick papyrus. Known by the local Maasai as Nai’posha, meaning ‘rough water’, as the afternoon wind and storms can cause the lake to become suddenly rough and produce high waves. Naivasha is a premier birding destination and a great range of wildlife is drawn to its shores. Giraffes wander among the acacia, Buffalo wallow in the swamps and millions of flamingos fringe the lake in swathes of pink. After checking in at your accommodation, consider going for an optional boat trip or game walk.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: Boat trip, game walk.
Depart for the Maasai Mara National Reserve, located in the Great Rift Valley. Regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas, the Maasai Mara’s annual wildebeest migration sees over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November. Enjoy lunch at your accommodation followed by an afternoon game drive.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Today you have an opportunity to enjoy an optional hot air balloon safari, followed by breakfast and a full day game drive in the Maasai Mara. Nowhere in Kenya has more abundant wildlife than the Maasai Mara. Visitors have an excellent chance of spotting the ‘Big Five’ as well as seeing cheetah, giraffe, hyena, hippo and zebra. With 95 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles and over 400 bird species recorded in the reserve, the Maasai Mara truly is a naturalist's and photographers paradise.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: Hot air balloon safari.
After breakfast, transfer to Nairobi for your onward flight to Ukunda Airstrip near Diani beach. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach accommodation and enjoy an afternoon at leisure surrounded by the breath-taking Indian Ocean and soft white sands. Diani offers a range of activities, from visiting its marine national park for swimming with dolphins and sea turtles, to kitesurfing and skydiving.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: Spa treatments, dhow and sailing tours, motorised and non-motorised water activities, snorkelling and diving, guided tours (cultural, wildlife, town & city).
Time to relax and enjoy Diani's wonderful beaches. Start the day with an early morning swim in the pool or warm waters of the Indian Ocean, or participate in the optional activities on offer, including kayaking, snorkelling or perhaps a visit to Wasini Island to watch or swim with dolphins. Return to your accommodation for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: As listed on day 7
Spend your day at leisure, relaxing and enjoying your accommodation’s facilities or discovering Diani’s optional activities and tours.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: As listed on day 7
Enjoy your day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Accommodation options
Optional Activities: As listed on day 7
After a leisurely morning and lunch, transfer to Ukunda Airstrip for your flight to Nairobi. Upon arrival, meet your Travaleur representative and transfer to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch included, dinner at own arrangement.
Alternatively, consider extending this trip by adding one of our Extension Ideas (see below) to this program.

General Info

Tailor-made tour

Country: Kenya

Duration: 11 days

Lodges/Camps: 4-5 star

Fitness: Moderate

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Highlights

**THE GREAT MIGRATION**

Go in search of more than 1.5 million wildebeest which migrate in an enormous loop every year

**AMBOSELI’S WILDLIFE**

Visit Amboseli, famous for big game sightings and home to over 80 mammals and 400 bird species

**LAKE NAIVASHA**

Enjoy Lake Naivasha, a premier birding destination which is also home to a great range of wildlife

**DIANI’S BEACHES**

Relax on some of Kenya’s best beaches, including the beautiful Diani with its soft white sands

Accommodation Options

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Extension Ideas

**SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS**

Visit world famous safari highlights including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and the Gorillas

**BEHIND THE SCENES**

Gain unique insights into Wildlife Conservation, Educational Experiences and History & Traditions

**BEACH DESTINATIONS**

Round-off your safari in East Africa with a great choice of world-class Indian Ocean beach destinations

**WILDLIFE SANCTUARIES**

Visit a wildlife sanctuary and learn about the increadibe work they do to safeguard Africa’s wildlife

Climate

Kenya is generally warm all year round, with temperature fluctuations mainly determined by altitude. One of the most popular times to visit Kenya is from July to September, which coincides with the Great Migration. A good time to see baby animals and migratory bird species is typically from December to February.
The approximate seasons are January to March, short dry season; April to June, long wet season; July to October, long dry season and November to December, short wet season. During rainy seasons there are fewer tourists, and the landscape is strikingly green and lush.

Visas

Most foreign nationals will require a visa for entry to Kenya. Please check with your local Kenyan Embassy or our travel team for further information. Tourist visas can no longer be obtained, on arrival, at any port of entry.
The Kenyan government has introduced an online ‘e-visa’ application system for issuing all visa types in advance of travel. Travellers should carry a printed copy of their visa to present to immigration officials.

Language & Currency

Kiswahili and English are the official languages of Kenya. Kiswahili is spoken by most Kenyans, with English fluency varying outside of major towns and cities. There are over 65 languages spoken throughout Kenya, which mainly belong to the various Bantu and Nilotic tribal populations.
The local currency is the Kenyan shilling, which divides into 100 cents. US dollars are often accepted; local currency is best for tipping and small purchases. Hotels in tourist areas generally accept credit cards; however, surcharges are commonplace. Remote lodges often accept cash only. When making payments in US dollars, many businesses only accept notes that are dated 2013, or newer. Access to cash machines is available in most major towns, and exchanging currency can be done in banks and foreign exchange bureaus.

Health

At least 6-8 weeks before departure, please visit your local health care provider or travel clinic for any vaccination requirements and to discuss any other potential health risks, such as malaria (where applicable). All travellers should ensure they have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place.