15-Day Kenya Explorer: Ultimate Bush & Beach Holiday
- Overview
- Itinerary
- Rates
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Experience the absolute best that Kenya has to offer on this grand 15-Day Bush & Beach Safari. This extensive journey is designed for travelers who want to leave no stone unturned, combining an epic overland wildlife adventure with a relaxing tropical retreat on the Swahili Coast.
Your adventure begins in the rugged northern frontier, taking you through Ol Pejeta and Samburu, before winding down through the Great Rift Valley lakes, the world-famous Maasai Mara, the elephant strongholds of Amboseli, and the volcanic landscapes of Tsavo. Finally, trade your safari hat for sunglasses as you unwind on the pristine, white sands of Mombasa.
🌟 Tour Highlights
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Ol Pejeta & Samburu: See the world's last two Northern White Rhinos, visit rescued chimpanzees, and discover rare northern species like the Grevy's Zebra.
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Great Rift Valley: Marvel at the flamingos of Lake Nakuru and take a walking safari among giraffes on Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha.
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The Maasai Mara: Spend two days tracking the Big Five and experiencing the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
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Amboseli & Tsavo: Enjoy unmatched views of Mount Kilimanjaro, massive elephant herds, and the dramatic volcanic scenery of Tsavo West and East.
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Mombasa Beach Retreat: Conclude your trip with three days of pure relaxation and oceanfront luxury at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort.
Itinerary
📅 Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
You will be picked up from your Nairobi hotel at around 7:30 AM. Depart for the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, situated on the equator. Arrive at Sweetwaters Serena Camp in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game-viewing drive. The conservancy boasts the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and houses the last two remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world. You will also visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
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Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
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Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Ol Pejeta to Samburu National Reserve
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Ol Pejeta, returning to the lodge for breakfast. Afterward, depart for the Samburu National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, proceed for a game drive. Samburu is fiercely beautiful, featuring arid savannahs watered by the Ewaso Ny'iro River, and is home to endemic species like the Reticulated Giraffe and Beisa Oryx.
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Overnight: Samburu Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Full Day in Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, proceed for a game drive in this lush northern region. You can choose to either have a full-day game drive with a packed lunch served inside the park or enjoy morning and evening game drives with a hot lunch back at the lodge.
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Overnight: Samburu Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart Samburu after breakfast and drive south into the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive. Besides the flamingos the lake is famous for, you will search for endangered Rothschild's giraffes, black and white rhinos, lions, and leopards hiding in the acacia woodlands.
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Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara Game Reserve
Enjoy an early breakfast and a brief game drive as you exit the park. Drive via the Great Rift Valley to the legendary Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive until dusk, getting your first glimpse of the unrivaled wildlife in the reserve.
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Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Full Day in Maasai Mara Game Reserve
Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five. If visiting between July and October, you may witness the annual migration of millions of wildebeests and zebras.
(Optional Activities: A dawn Hot Air Balloon Safari can be arranged for US$450 per person, or a visit to a local Maasai village for US$35 per person).
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Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha—famous for its birdlife and hippos. Arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon, take a scenic boat ride along the lake to Crescent Island, where you will enjoy a guided nature walk right next to grazing zebras, giraffes, and waterbucks in a predator-free environment.
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Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
After a sumptuous breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park. Dwarfed by the magnificent snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, you’ll arrive at your lodge in time for check-in and a delicious lunch. The afternoon will be spent on a game drive in search of Amboseli's famous elephant herds.
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Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in Amboseli. During the drive, you will have the chance to spot large herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, and zebras—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the park.
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Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park
Enjoy a morning game drive in Amboseli before departing for Tsavo West National Park (a 2-hour drive). Check into Kilaguni Serena Lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive exploring Tsavo West's dramatic volcanic landscapes, including the Shetani Lava Flow and Mzima Springs.
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Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Tsavo West as the sun rises. After breakfast, journey to Tsavo East National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at Satao Camp. In the afternoon, head out to explore the vast open spaces, searching for the famous "red elephants" and maneless lions.
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Overnight: Satao Camp
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12: Tsavo East to Mombasa Beaches
Have an early morning breakfast at your camp. Afterward, check out and enjoy a final game drive as you head toward the Kenya Coast (approx. 4-hour drive). You will arrive around lunchtime at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa, where you will spend the next three nights enjoying the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
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Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
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Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 13 & 14: Mombasa Beaches (Leisure)
Spend two full days at leisure on the beach. Enjoy the extensive resort facilities or partake in optional activities (available at an extra cost) such as snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, or a visit to the nearby Kisite Marine National Park.
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Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
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Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 15: Mombasa to Nairobi (Departure)
Enjoy a final tropical breakfast. You will then be transferred to Mombasa Airport for your included domestic flight back to Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, connecting perfectly with your onward flight home.
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Meal Plan: Breakfast Included
🏨 Accommodation Summary
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Ol Pejeta: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
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Samburu: Samburu Sopa Lodge
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Lake Nakuru: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
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Maasai Mara: Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Lake Naivasha: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
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Amboseli: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
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Tsavo West: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
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Tsavo East: Satao Camp
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Mombasa: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
Rates & Pricing
💰 2026/2027 Rates & Dates (USD)
Prices are quoted per person sharing based on the number of people in the private safari minibus.
| Season & Dates | 6 Pax Sharing | 4 Pax Sharing | 2 Pax Sharing | 1 Person (Solo) |
| 01 Jul – 31 Oct '26 (Peak Season) | $5,280 | $5,396 | $5,630 | $6,332 |
| 01 Nov – 22 Dec '26 | $4,524 | $4,640 | $4,878 | $5,576 |
| 23 Dec '26 – 02 Jan '27 (Festive) | $5,945 | $6,061 | $6,295 | $6,997 |
Inclusions & Exclusions
Gemini said
Here is the drafted post for the 15-Day Kenya Explorer Bush & Beach Holiday.
Note: I corrected the title for Day 9 (your text accidentally said "Lake Naivasha - Amboseli" again, but the description clearly outlined a full day in Amboseli). I also updated the Northern White Rhino count in Ol Pejeta to reflect the accurate number (two remaining), and I made sure to add the internal flight (Mombasa to Nairobi) into the "Inclusions" list, as mentioned in your Day 15 description.
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15-Day Kenya Explorer: Ultimate Bush & Beach Holiday
Experience the absolute best that Kenya has to offer on this grand 15-Day Bush & Beach Safari. This extensive journey is designed for travelers who want to leave no stone unturned, combining an epic overland wildlife adventure with a relaxing tropical retreat on the Swahili Coast.
Your adventure begins in the rugged northern frontier, taking you through Ol Pejeta and Samburu, before winding down through the Great Rift Valley lakes, the world-famous Maasai Mara, the elephant strongholds of Amboseli, and the volcanic landscapes of Tsavo. Finally, trade your safari hat for sunglasses as you unwind on the pristine, white sands of Mombasa.
🌟 Tour Highlights
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Ol Pejeta & Samburu: See the world's last two Northern White Rhinos, visit rescued chimpanzees, and discover rare northern species like the Grevy's Zebra.
-
Great Rift Valley: Marvel at the flamingos of Lake Nakuru and take a walking safari among giraffes on Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha.
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The Maasai Mara: Spend two days tracking the Big Five and experiencing the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).
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Amboseli & Tsavo: Enjoy unmatched views of Mount Kilimanjaro, massive elephant herds, and the dramatic volcanic scenery of Tsavo West and East.
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Mombasa Beach Retreat: Conclude your trip with three days of pure relaxation and oceanfront luxury at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort.
📅 Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy You will be picked up from your Nairobi hotel at around 7:30 AM. Depart for the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, situated on the equator. Arrive at Sweetwaters Serena Camp in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game-viewing drive. The conservancy boasts the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and houses the last two remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world. You will also visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
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Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
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Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Ol Pejeta to Samburu National Reserve Enjoy an early morning game drive in Ol Pejeta, returning to the lodge for breakfast. Afterward, depart for the Samburu National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, proceed for a game drive. Samburu is fiercely beautiful, featuring arid savannahs watered by the Ewaso Ny'iro River, and is home to endemic species like the Reticulated Giraffe and Beisa Oryx.
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Overnight: Samburu Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Full Day in Samburu National Reserve After breakfast, proceed for a game drive in this lush northern region. You can choose to either have a full-day game drive with a packed lunch served inside the park or enjoy morning and evening game drives with a hot lunch back at the lodge.
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Overnight: Samburu Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park Depart Samburu after breakfast and drive south into the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive. Besides the flamingos the lake is famous for, you will search for endangered Rothschild's giraffes, black and white rhinos, lions, and leopards hiding in the acacia woodlands.
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Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara Game Reserve Enjoy an early breakfast and a brief game drive as you exit the park. Drive via the Great Rift Valley to the legendary Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive until dusk, getting your first glimpse of the unrivaled wildlife in the reserve.
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Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Full Day in Maasai Mara Game Reserve Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five. If visiting between July and October, you may witness the annual migration of millions of wildebeests and zebras.
(Optional Activities: A dawn Hot Air Balloon Safari can be arranged for US450perperson,oravisittoalocalMaasaivillageforUS35 per person).
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Overnight: Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha—famous for its birdlife and hippos. Arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon, take a scenic boat ride along the lake to Crescent Island, where you will enjoy a guided nature walk right next to grazing zebras, giraffes, and waterbucks in a predator-free environment.
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Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park After a sumptuous breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park. Dwarfed by the magnificent snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, you’ll arrive at your lodge in time for check-in and a delicious lunch. The afternoon will be spent on a game drive in search of Amboseli's famous elephant herds.
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Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9: Full Day in Amboseli National Park Enjoy an early breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in Amboseli. During the drive, you will have the chance to spot large herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, and zebras—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the park.
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Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park Enjoy a morning game drive in Amboseli before departing for Tsavo West National Park (a 2-hour drive). Check into Kilaguni Serena Lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive exploring Tsavo West's dramatic volcanic landscapes, including the Shetani Lava Flow and Mzima Springs.
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Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park Start your day with an early morning game drive in Tsavo West as the sun rises. After breakfast, journey to Tsavo East National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at Satao Camp. In the afternoon, head out to explore the vast open spaces, searching for the famous "red elephants" and maneless lions.
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Overnight: Satao Camp
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Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12: Tsavo East to Mombasa Beaches Have an early morning breakfast at your camp. Afterward, check out and enjoy a final game drive as you head toward the Kenya Coast (approx. 4-hour drive). You will arrive around lunchtime at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa, where you will spend the next three nights enjoying the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
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Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
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Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 13 & 14: Mombasa Beaches (Leisure) Spend two full days at leisure on the beach. Enjoy the extensive resort facilities or partake in optional activities (available at an extra cost) such as snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, or a visit to the nearby Kisite Marine National Park.
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Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
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Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 15: Mombasa to Nairobi (Departure) Enjoy a final tropical breakfast. You will then be transferred to Mombasa Airport for your included domestic flight back to Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, connecting perfectly with your onward flight home.
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Meal Plan: Breakfast Included
🏨 Accommodation Summary
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Ol Pejeta: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
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Samburu: Samburu Sopa Lodge
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Lake Nakuru: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
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Maasai Mara: Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Lake Naivasha: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
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Amboseli: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
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Tsavo West: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
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Tsavo East: Satao Camp
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Mombasa: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
💰 2026/2027 Rates & Dates (USD)
Prices are quoted per person sharing based on the number of people in the private safari minibus.
| Season & Dates | 6 Pax Sharing | 4 Pax Sharing | 2 Pax Sharing | 1 Person (Solo) |
| 01 Jul – 31 Oct '26 (Peak Season) | $5,280 | $5,396 | $5,630 | $6,332 |
| 01 Nov – 22 Dec '26 | $4,524 | $4,640 | $4,878 | $5,576 |
| 23 Dec '26 – 02 Jan '27 (Festive) | $5,945 | $6,061 | $6,295 | $6,997 |
✅ Inclusions
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Transportation: Private 4x4 Safari Minibus with a pop-up roof for the safari portion.
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Internal Flight: One-way domestic flight from Mombasa to Nairobi on Day 15.
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Accommodation: 14 Nights in premium lodges, luxury camps, and a 5-star beach resort.
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Meals: As specified (Full Board on safari, Half Board on the coast).
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Fees: All park/conservancy entrance fees and government taxes/VAT.
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Guide: Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide.
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Transfers: Drop-off transfer to Mombasa Airport.
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Activities: Comprehensive game drives across all parks, plus the Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island walk.
❌ Exclusions
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International flights and visa fees.
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Additional accommodation before the tour begins.
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Tips and gratuities for the guide and hotel staff.
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Optional activities (e.g., Hot Air Balloon Safari, Maasai Village visit, coastal water sports).
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Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, drinks, laundry, etc.).
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