7-Day Coast to Savannah Kenya Safari

Your safari experience begins on the warm, tropical coastline of Diani Beach. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your coastal accommodation, Diani Sea Resort, located along one of Kenya’s most beautiful stretches of white sand beach.

The journey to the resort introduces you to the relaxed rhythm of coastal life, with swaying palm trees, turquoise ocean views, and a refreshing sea breeze.

After check-in, the remainder of the day is dedicated to relaxation. Guests may unwind by the swimming pool, take a leisurely walk along the soft white sands, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Indian Ocean coastline. The evening offers a calm introduction to Kenya’s coastal charm, with optional sunset views over the ocean.

Morning

Arrival at Diani Beach (depending on flight schedule)

Meet and greet by your driver-guide

Transfer to Diani Sea Resort

Afternoon

Check in and enjoy lunch

Relax by the swimming pool or on the white sandy beach

Enjoy the tranquil Indian Ocean views

Evening

Leisurely beach walk or optional sunset viewing

Dinner and overnight at Diani Sea Resort

A full day is set aside to enjoy the coastal environment of Diani Beach at your own pace.

The day may begin with a relaxed breakfast followed by time at leisure on the beach or within the resort grounds. Diani is known for its long, uncrowded shoreline and warm Indian Ocean waters, making it ideal for swimming, sunbathing, or beach walks.

For those seeking optional excursions, a variety of activities are available. These include snorkeling or diving trips to nearby coral reefs, dolphin watching excursions, and traditional dhow sailing experiences. A popular full-day excursion is a visit to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, where marine biodiversity and crystal-clear waters provide an exceptional underwater experience.

The remainder of the day allows for continued relaxation, enjoying resort facilities or simply taking in the tranquil coastal environment.

Morning

Breakfast at the resort

Relax on the beach or swim in the warm Indian Ocean

Afternoon

Enjoy optional activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, dolphin watching, a traditional dhow cruise, or a visit to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park (additional cost)

Lunch and leisure time at the resort

Evening

Relax at the resort

Dinner and overnight

After breakfast, the journey inland begins as you depart the coast and travel through the bustling coastal town of Mombasa before continuing into Kenya’s interior landscapes.

As the scenery gradually changes from coastal plains to dry bushland and rolling hills, you approach the Taita Hills region. Upon arrival at Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, you proceed to the iconic elevated lodge, Salt Lick Safari Lodge.

The lodge is uniquely constructed on stilts overlooking natural waterholes, offering uninterrupted wildlife viewing directly from the property. After arrival, you settle in and enjoy lunch followed by time to relax and observe wildlife activity from the lodge’s viewing decks.

This private conservancy is home to elephants, buffalo, giraffes, antelope species, and a variety of birdlife. As evening approaches, the changing light creates excellent photographic opportunities before returning to the lodge for relaxation and overnight rest.

Morning

Breakfast and check out

Scenic drive via Mombasa to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Afternoon

Arrive at Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Check in and enjoy lunch

Relax while watching wildlife gather at the lodge's waterholes

Evening

Continue wildlife viewing from the lodge's observation decks

Dinner and overnight at Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Following an early breakfast, you depart Taita Hills and continue your journey into one of Kenya’s largest and most iconic protected areas, Tsavo East National Park.

Upon entry into the park, you immediately begin a game drive, experiencing the vast open landscapes that define Tsavo East. The park is known for its expansive savannah, red volcanic soil, and large elephant herds often coated in the region’s distinctive red dust.

Wildlife sightings may include lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, antelope species, and a rich diversity of birdlife. The drive continues toward your accommodation within the park area, with wildlife encounters possible en route.

After arrival and settling in, the afternoon offers an additional game drive exploring key wildlife zones such as riverbeds and waterholes, including areas around Aruba Dam, which is a known wildlife concentration point.

The day concludes with continued exploration of the park’s rugged wilderness before returning to camp for rest.

Morning

Early breakfast

Drive to Tsavo East National Park

Enjoy a morning game drive en route to your lodge or camp

Afternoon

Lunch at the lodge

Afternoon game drive exploring the park, including the famous Aruba Dam area

Evening

Return to the lodge for dinner

Relax and overnight

After an early morning game drive and breakfast, you depart Tsavo East and travel toward Amboseli National Park.

The journey takes you through changing landscapes, passing rural settlements and open plains as you approach the Amboseli ecosystem. Upon arrival, you proceed to your accommodation at Hunter's Luxury Manor Amboseli.

After check-in and lunch, you embark on an afternoon game drive within Amboseli National Park. The park is internationally renowned for its large elephant herds and dramatic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, which often appears clearly during late afternoon light.

Wildlife viewing in Amboseli includes elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, and a wide variety of bird species concentrated around the park’s swamps and seasonal lakes.

As the day ends, you return to the lodge, often with sunset views over the plains and Kilimanjaro in the background.

Morning

Early breakfast

Depart Tsavo East and drive to Amboseli National Park

Afternoon

Arrive at Hunter's Luxury Manor Amboseli

Check in and enjoy lunch

Afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park

Evening

Return to the lodge with spectacular sunset views over Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting)

Dinner and overnight

The morning begins with an early game drive, when wildlife is most active and the light conditions are ideal for photography. This is the best time to observe elephants moving across the plains and predators such as lions and cheetahs in motion.

After returning to the lodge for a mid-morning break, the afternoon is reserved for another extended game drive, exploring different sections of the park including swamps, acacia woodlands, and open grasslands.

Amboseli offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife photography, particularly with the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting. Optional cultural interaction with a Maasai village may also be arranged to provide insight into traditional pastoralist life.

The day concludes with a final return to the lodge as the sun sets over the African plains.

Morning

Early morning game drive

Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation

Afternoon

Afternoon game drive exploring the swamps, open plains, and acacia woodlands

Optional visit to a Maasai village (additional cost)

Evening

Return to the lodge at sunset

Dinner and overnight

After breakfast, you depart Amboseli and begin your journey back to Nairobi.

The drive offers scenic views of the Kenyan countryside, marking the transition from wilderness back to urban life. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you are dropped off at your hotel or transferred directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward travel arrangements.

This marks the conclusion of your safari experience, which has taken you from the Indian Ocean coastline through private sanctuaries, expansive savannahs, and iconic national parks.After breakfast, you depart Amboseli and begin your journey back to Nairobi.

The drive offers scenic views of the Kenyan countryside, marking the transition from wilderness back to urban life. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you are dropped off at your hotel or transferred directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward travel arrangements.

This marks the conclusion of your safari experience, which has taken you from the Indian Ocean coastline through private sanctuaries, expansive savannahs, and iconic national parks.

Morning

Breakfast at the lodge

Check out and depart for Nairobi

Afternoon

Scenic drive through the Kenyan countryside

Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Evening

End of safari services