Elephant herd covered with red dust in Tsavo East National Park Kenya

9 days Kenya: Safari adventure & beach relaxation

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*price p.p. incl. guide, safari jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (based on six persons)

9 days Kenya: Safari adventure & beach relaxation

You start your unforgettable journey in Mombasa, Kenya’s coastal gem, where vibrant culture and ocean breezes set the mood for your unique adventure ahead. The next day, you directly jump into the wilderness, where the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately owned park, wows you with its lush hills and numerous bird and reptile species that are found nowhere else.

Nearby, the LUMO Conservancy offers a unique safari experience. Since it isn’t an official national park, game drives are possible here at night – a perfect excuse to hold on to your loved ones.

Your journey continues across the iconic landscapes of Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks, where the red-earth savannah seems endless. Wildlife lovers will feel their heart skip a few beats here, when seeing the famous “red elephants”, giraffes, buffalos, zebras and many more posing for your pictures. Oh, and the Big Five, of course!

After thrilling days in the bush, you swap the safari jeep for a sunbed in the soft white sand. With its turquoise waters, Watamu awaits you with easygoing beach days, snorkelling, and pure relaxation.

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Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrival in Mombasa
  • Day 2: Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and LUMO Conservancy
  • Day 3: Tsavo West National Park
  • Day 4: Tsavo East National Park
  • Day 5: Tsavo East National Park
  • Day 6: Drive from Tsavo to Watamu + Watamu Beach
  • Day 7: Watamu Beach
  • Day 8: Watamu Beach
  • Day 9: Flight home from Mombasa (not included in the price)

Day 1

Arrival in Mombasa

As you step out of Moi International Airport, your personal Africa Safari Trips driver greets you with a big smile: 'Karibu Kenya – welcome to Kenya!'. He takes you straight to your hotel, while you take in the first images of the vibrant city of Mombasa. From the old ruins of Fort Jesus to the white sand beaches of the turquoise-blue Indian Ocean, Mombasa is a dream destination. Your paradise vacation in Kenya has just started!

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Day 2

Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and LUMO Conservancy

The Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and LUMO Conservancy are two smaller parks between the giants Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Park. They offer unique game drives at night and, due to their proximity, they can be easily combined. During a safari here expect to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and antilopes, among other species, as well as over 300 bird species. In the nearby Taita Hills you can also spot Kenya’s rarest (and most threatened) birds: the Taita Apalis, the Taita White-eye and Taita Thrush.

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Day 3

Tsavo West National Park

Tsavo West National Park is a park that shows a diverse and remarkable nature with, for example, the Mzima Springs, the Shetani Lava Flows and the Chaimu crater. With its 9,065 square kilometres, this is one of Kenya's largest national parks, and four of the Big Five can be seen roaming freely here. Besides, you fairly easily spot regulars like giraffes, zebras, antelopes, gerenuks and many different species of birds, all between the green hills, acacia forests, savannah, natural springs and huge lava rocks from nearby volcanos.

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Day 4 - 5

Tsavo East National Park

With over 13,000 square kilometres, Tsavo East National Park is huge, impressive, and, since it was founded in 1948, old. Cruise the outstretched savannah of the Yatta Plateau with its large groups of red elephants, and observe some of the last remaining supertuskers and maneless lions. Listen to the famous story of the man-eating lions, while keeping your eyes peeled for an amazing amount of other animals; four of the Big Five (minus rhinos) together with dik-diks, zebras, giraffes, yellow baboons, cheetahs, African wild dogs, elands, gazelles, gerenuks, hyenas, jackals, and over 500 species of birds!

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Day 6 - 8

Drive from Tsavo to Watamu

The drive from Tsavo East National Park to Watamu takes about three hours. On the way, you pass through scenic landscapes and small towns before reaching the white sandy beaches of Watamu!

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Day 9

Flight home from Mombasa (not included in the price)

This is your last day! Unfortunately, our driver will have to take you to Mombasa to catch your flight home from Moi International Airport. Sad to leave...? Then don't worry! We can still add a few more days on those beautiful beaches or even add a few exciting safari days to your holiday!

Make your dream trip come true with Africa Safari Trips

At Africa Safari Trips, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!

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Why Africa Safari Trips?

  • We are based in Nairobi (Kenya) and Kampala (Uganda)
  • We offer private safaris
  • We have world class safari guides
  • You get Expert advice
  • Best value for money
  • Own safari vehicles
  • No limit on driving distance
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