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11-Day Kenya Safari and Diani Beach Journey

Length
11 days
Start and end
Nairobi → Diani Beach
Accommodation
Comfortable lodges and tented camps
Group size
Private party; camp activities may be shared

Overview

Kenya safari beach itinerary: Follow an overland journey from Nairobi through Amboseli and both Tsavo parks before unwinding at Diani. Two-night park stays make this a more measured alternative to a rapid safari-and-beach dash.

Why choose this Kenya safari beach itinerary?

  • Arrival night in Nairobi
  • Two nights in each safari area
  • Three-night Diani finish
  • Overland route that avoids returning to Nairobi

Your route at a glance

Nairobi → Amboseli → Amboseli → Tsavo West → Tsavo West → Tsavo East → Tsavo East → Diani Beach → Diani Beach → Diani Beach → Diani Beach.

Duration: 11 days / 10 nights. Start: Nairobi. Finish: Diani Beach. This is a proposed itinerary for a personalised quotation; accommodation, transport and activities are confirmed before booking.

Travel style and accommodation

A customisable journey for your party. Private road transfers can be requested, while scheduled flights and camp-run game drives may be shared unless an exclusive service is confirmed.

The proposed accommodation level is comfortable lodges and tented camps. Exact properties, room categories, bathroom arrangements and locations will be listed in the written quote, with alternatives if your first choice is unavailable.

When to plan and what to know

Beach activities and meal plans differ by hotel. The proposal separates safari meals, coastal meals and optional marine excursions.

Choose dates around your priorities rather than assuming every month offers the same experience. Weather, wildlife movements, road conditions and camp operations can affect the route. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. For a broader comparison, explore our Kenya safari collection.

How your quotation works

Send your preferred month, party size, children’s ages where relevant, rooming requirements and approximate budget. The proposal should itemise accommodation, park access, guiding, transport and meals, then identify optional extras. Final inclusions and cancellation terms are those in the written booking agreement.

Frequently asked questions

Can this itinerary be made private?

Yes, you can request a private proposal. For a classic group option, the confirmed departure and vehicle capacity must be checked first. Flights, camp facilities and some lodge activities may still be shared unless the quote states otherwise.

Are the advertised lodges and dates guaranteed?

This outline does not reserve rooms, flights or park access. The written quote names the available properties and departure arrangements for your dates. Please approve those details before making a payment.

What should I budget for this safari?

Price depends on your month, number of travellers, room sharing, accommodation level and transport. Request an itemised quote for this 11-day route; international flights, entry permissions, insurance and optional activities are normally separate.

Plan your Kenya safari beach itinerary

Tell BookSafariTours what matters most and request an itemised proposal for this route. We can discuss extra nights, a different accommodation level or a quieter pace.

Destination planning reference: Tsavo East visitor information. Route and accommodation can be tailored to your travel dates.

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Helpful planning guides

Places you visit

Amboseli Diani Beach Nairobi Tsavo East Tsavo West

Beach & bush Wildlife safaris

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Begin in Nairobi

    Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to the proposed hotel. Keep the remainder of the day flexible for rest and a safari briefing. Sightseeing and any early hotel check-in are arranged only if requested and confirmed.

    • Nairobi
    • Road or flight sector as specified in the final quote; allow transfer time
    • Hotel in Nairobi
    • Meal plan confirmed in the quote
  2. Day 2

    Continue to Amboseli

    Explore the park’s wetland edges and open plains, watching for elephants and other wildlife. Kilimanjaro may appear when cloud clears; the day remains worthwhile whatever the mountain visibility. Travel and check-in take priority today; game-viewing time depends on the transfer schedule.

    • Amboseli
    • Road or flight sector as specified in the final quote; allow transfer time
    • Lodge or tented camp near Amboseli
    • Proposed safari meals from arrival at camp; exact plan confirmed
  3. Day 3

    A full day in Amboseli

    Explore the park’s wetland edges and open plains, watching for elephants and other wildlife. Kilimanjaro may appear when cloud clears; the day remains worthwhile whatever the mountain visibility. With no accommodation move today, choose a full outing or separate morning and afternoon activities where the camp programme permits.

    • Amboseli
    • Local activities; flexible daily programme
    • Lodge or tented camp near Amboseli
    • Proposed safari full board
  4. Day 4

    Continue to Tsavo West

    Explore the park’s varied terrain and volcanic scenery by safari vehicle. Any spring, viewpoint or short guided stop is chosen according to access rules and the time available that day. Travel and check-in take priority today; game-viewing time depends on the transfer schedule.

    • Tsavo West
    • Road or flight sector as specified in the final quote; allow transfer time
    • Lodge or tented camp near Tsavo West
    • Proposed safari meals from arrival at camp; exact plan confirmed
  5. Day 5

    A full day in Tsavo West

    Explore the park’s varied terrain and volcanic scenery by safari vehicle. Any spring, viewpoint or short guided stop is chosen according to access rules and the time available that day. With no accommodation move today, choose a full outing or separate morning and afternoon activities where the camp programme permits.

    • Tsavo West
    • Local activities; flexible daily programme
    • Lodge or tented camp near Tsavo West
    • Proposed safari full board
  6. Day 6

    Continue to Tsavo East

    Follow game-drive tracks across Tsavo’s broad, dry-country scenery. Look for elephants and other wildlife around the habitats your guide recommends, allowing for distances within this large park. Travel and check-in take priority today; game-viewing time depends on the transfer schedule.

    • Tsavo East
    • Road or flight sector as specified in the final quote; allow transfer time
    • Lodge or tented camp near Tsavo East
    • Proposed safari meals from arrival at camp; exact plan confirmed
  7. Day 7

    A full day in Tsavo East

    Follow game-drive tracks across Tsavo’s broad, dry-country scenery. Look for elephants and other wildlife around the habitats your guide recommends, allowing for distances within this large park. With no accommodation move today, choose a full outing or separate morning and afternoon activities where the camp programme permits.

    • Tsavo East
    • Local activities; flexible daily programme
    • Lodge or tented camp near Tsavo East
    • Proposed safari full board
  8. Day 8

    Continue to Diani Beach

    Enjoy time on the coast at your own pace. Beach walks and hotel facilities shape the day; snorkelling, marine excursions and other outings are optional and depend on weather, tides and local operators. Travel and check-in take priority today; game-viewing time depends on the transfer schedule.

    • Diani Beach
    • Road or flight sector as specified in the final quote; allow transfer time
    • Beach hotel or resort in Diani
    • Meal plan confirmed in the quote
  9. Day 9

    A full day in Diani Beach

    Enjoy time on the coast at your own pace. Beach walks and hotel facilities shape the day; snorkelling, marine excursions and other outings are optional and depend on weather, tides and local operators. With no accommodation move today, choose a full outing or separate morning and afternoon activities where the camp programme permits.

    • Diani Beach
    • Local activities; flexible daily programme
    • Beach hotel or resort in Diani
    • Hotel meal plan confirmed in the quote
  10. Day 10

    A full day in Diani Beach

    Enjoy time on the coast at your own pace. Beach walks and hotel facilities shape the day; snorkelling, marine excursions and other outings are optional and depend on weather, tides and local operators. With no accommodation move today, choose a full outing or separate morning and afternoon activities where the camp programme permits.

    • Diani Beach
    • Local activities; flexible daily programme
    • Beach hotel or resort in Diani
    • Hotel meal plan confirmed in the quote
  11. Day 11

    Departure from Diani Beach

    Check out after breakfast and return to Diani Beach using the road or flight arrangement specified in your quote. A final game drive is possible only if the confirmed park access and transfer schedule allow it. International flights and extra hotel nights are arranged separately.

    • Diani Beach
    • Local activities; flexible daily programme
    • No overnight accommodation included on the final day
    • Breakfast; other meals only if confirmed in the quotation

Prices & dates

Price on request

  • Price depends on travel dates, group size and lodge choice.
  • Private departures any day of the year.
  • Single supplement and child rates on request.
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Included

Included

  • Proposed package inclusions below; final services and amounts confirmed in the written quote
  • Accommodation for 10 nights at the agreed properties
  • Safari guiding and game drives as specified in the confirmed programme
  • Road transfers and any expressly listed domestic flights
  • Park and conservation access for the agreed visits
  • Meals according to each property’s confirmed board basis

Not included

  • International flights unless expressly quoted
  • Entry permissions, visa or eTA costs as applicable to your nationality and route
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and personal purchases
  • Optional balloon flights, cultural visits, marine outings and specialist activities unless listed
  • Drinks, laundry, extra hotel nights and meals outside the agreed board basis

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