10-Day Ultimate Kenya Safari & Beach Holiday Itinerary
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Why choose between wildlife thrills and beach bliss when you can have both? This 10-day safari and beach itinerary takes you from game drives with lions and elephants to white sand beaches kissed by the Indian Ocean.
Crafted by Eastlink Escapades, this itinerary blends Kenya’s most iconic parks with luxury or mid-range comfort and a soothing finish on the coast. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, family adventure, or group tour, it’s the perfect all-in-one East African escape.
📅 10-Day Kenya Safari & Beach Itinerary
📍 Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
✈️ Pick-up from JKIA Airport
🏙️ Optional visits (time permitting): Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum
🛌 Overnight in Nairobi
Mid-range: Tamarind Tree Hotel
Luxury: Hemingway’s Nairobi
📍 Day 2: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha
🚐 Drive to the Great Rift Valley, stopping at viewpoints
🛶 Afternoon boat safari on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and water birds
🚴 Optional biking/walking safari at Crescent Island
🛌 Overnight in Naivasha
Mid-range: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Budget: Fisherman’s Camp
📍 Day 3: Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru National Park
🚗 Morning drive to Lake Nakuru, famous for flamingos, rhinos & leopards
🦏 Afternoon game drive in the national park
🛌 Overnight in Nakuru
Mid-range: Ziwa Bush Lodge
Luxury: Sarova Lion Hill
📍 Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
🛣️ Scenic drive to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s top wildlife reserve
🦁 Afternoon game drive en route to your lodge or camp
🛌 Overnight in Maasai Mara
Mid-range: Sentrim Mara
Luxury: Ashnil Mara Camp
📍 Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara
🐘 Full-day game drive with picnic lunch in the bush
🐆 Chance to spot: Big Five, cheetahs, wildebeest (seasonal), giraffes, and more
🎈 Optional: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost)
🛌 Overnight in Maasai Mara (same lodge/camp)
📍 Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi (Fly Option Available)
🛖 Morning Maasai village visit for cultural interaction
🚗 Drive or fly back to Nairobi (afternoon flight option available)
🛌 Overnight in Nairobi
Optional dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
📍 Day 7: Nairobi – Diani Beach (Fly-In Option)
✈️ Morning flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airstrip
🚐 Transfer to your Diani Beach resort
🏖️ Afternoon at leisure – swim, relax, sip a cocktail by the pool
🛌 Overnight in Diani
Mid-range: Bahari Dhow Beach Villas
Luxury: The Sands at Nomad / Swahili Beach Resort
📍 Day 8–9: Diani Beach Leisure & Activities
Enjoy two full days of coastal bliss:
🐬 Snorkeling or diving at Kisite Marine Park
⛵ Sunset dhow cruise with dinner
🧖 Couples massage or beach yoga
🛍️ Explore local shops & beach markets
Optional add-ons:
Wasini Island day trip
Skydiving over Diani
Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary
🛌 Overnight in Diani (same resort)
📍 Day 10: Diani – Nairobi – Departure
✈️ Morning or afternoon return flight to Nairobi
✈️ Connect to international departure from JKIA
💰 Pricing Guide (Per Person Sharing)
Package Type Price (Resident) Price (Non-Resident) Accommodation
Budget Ksh 145,000 $1,750 Lodges + budget beach resort
Mid-Range Ksh 175,000 $2,300 3–4★ lodges & hotels
Luxury Ksh 255,000 $3,250 4–5★ lodges & beach resorts
✅ Price includes:
All park fees & full-board accommodation during safari
Return flight from Nairobi to Diani
Airport transfers and transport in 4x4 Land Cruiser
Game drives, boat rides, and listed excursions
Professional driver-guide services
❌ Not included:
Hot air balloon safari, visa fees, travel insurance, personal expenses
💡 Why This Trip Works
✅ Wildlife + Beach in one package
✅ Great balance of activity and relaxation
✅ Fly-in and road options available
✅ Fully customizable for honeymooners, families, or small groups
🌍 Let Eastlink Escapades Plan It for You
You focus on the experience, we’ll handle every detail—flights, transfers, bookings, and personalized touches. Whether you're after romance, thrill, or chill, this 10-day itinerary is the perfect blend.
🏁 Final Word
In just 10 days, experience Kenya’s wild wonders and coastal charm—from the roar of lions to the whisper of ocean waves. With Eastlink Escapades, your ultimate safari and beach holiday begins here.
Crafted by Eastlink Escapades, this itinerary blends Kenya’s most iconic parks with luxury or mid-range comfort and a soothing finish on the coast. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, family adventure, or group tour, it’s the perfect all-in-one East African escape.
📅 10-Day Kenya Safari & Beach Itinerary
📍 Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
✈️ Pick-up from JKIA Airport
🏙️ Optional visits (time permitting): Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum
🛌 Overnight in Nairobi
Mid-range: Tamarind Tree Hotel
Luxury: Hemingway’s Nairobi
📍 Day 2: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha
🚐 Drive to the Great Rift Valley, stopping at viewpoints
🛶 Afternoon boat safari on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and water birds
🚴 Optional biking/walking safari at Crescent Island
🛌 Overnight in Naivasha
Mid-range: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Budget: Fisherman’s Camp
📍 Day 3: Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru National Park
🚗 Morning drive to Lake Nakuru, famous for flamingos, rhinos & leopards
🦏 Afternoon game drive in the national park
🛌 Overnight in Nakuru
Mid-range: Ziwa Bush Lodge
Luxury: Sarova Lion Hill
📍 Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
🛣️ Scenic drive to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s top wildlife reserve
🦁 Afternoon game drive en route to your lodge or camp
🛌 Overnight in Maasai Mara
Mid-range: Sentrim Mara
Luxury: Ashnil Mara Camp
📍 Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara
🐘 Full-day game drive with picnic lunch in the bush
🐆 Chance to spot: Big Five, cheetahs, wildebeest (seasonal), giraffes, and more
🎈 Optional: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost)
🛌 Overnight in Maasai Mara (same lodge/camp)
📍 Day 6: Maasai Mara – Nairobi (Fly Option Available)
🛖 Morning Maasai village visit for cultural interaction
🚗 Drive or fly back to Nairobi (afternoon flight option available)
🛌 Overnight in Nairobi
Optional dinner at Carnivore Restaurant
📍 Day 7: Nairobi – Diani Beach (Fly-In Option)
✈️ Morning flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airstrip
🚐 Transfer to your Diani Beach resort
🏖️ Afternoon at leisure – swim, relax, sip a cocktail by the pool
🛌 Overnight in Diani
Mid-range: Bahari Dhow Beach Villas
Luxury: The Sands at Nomad / Swahili Beach Resort
📍 Day 8–9: Diani Beach Leisure & Activities
Enjoy two full days of coastal bliss:
🐬 Snorkeling or diving at Kisite Marine Park
⛵ Sunset dhow cruise with dinner
🧖 Couples massage or beach yoga
🛍️ Explore local shops & beach markets
Optional add-ons:
Wasini Island day trip
Skydiving over Diani
Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary
🛌 Overnight in Diani (same resort)
📍 Day 10: Diani – Nairobi – Departure
✈️ Morning or afternoon return flight to Nairobi
✈️ Connect to international departure from JKIA
💰 Pricing Guide (Per Person Sharing)
Package Type Price (Resident) Price (Non-Resident) Accommodation
Budget Ksh 145,000 $1,750 Lodges + budget beach resort
Mid-Range Ksh 175,000 $2,300 3–4★ lodges & hotels
Luxury Ksh 255,000 $3,250 4–5★ lodges & beach resorts
✅ Price includes:
All park fees & full-board accommodation during safari
Return flight from Nairobi to Diani
Airport transfers and transport in 4x4 Land Cruiser
Game drives, boat rides, and listed excursions
Professional driver-guide services
❌ Not included:
Hot air balloon safari, visa fees, travel insurance, personal expenses
💡 Why This Trip Works
✅ Wildlife + Beach in one package
✅ Great balance of activity and relaxation
✅ Fly-in and road options available
✅ Fully customizable for honeymooners, families, or small groups
🌍 Let Eastlink Escapades Plan It for You
You focus on the experience, we’ll handle every detail—flights, transfers, bookings, and personalized touches. Whether you're after romance, thrill, or chill, this 10-day itinerary is the perfect blend.
🏁 Final Word
In just 10 days, experience Kenya’s wild wonders and coastal charm—from the roar of lions to the whisper of ocean waves. With Eastlink Escapades, your ultimate safari and beach holiday begins here.