10 Days Nairobi to Diani Safari – From Kilimanjaro to the Coast

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly received and transferred to your luxury hotel in Nairobi. Settle in and relax after your journey, with optional evening dining in one of the city's renowned restaurants.

Spend the day exploring Nairobi’s heritage, including visits to the Giraffe Centre, the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, and the Karen Blixen Museum. Enjoy a leisurely lunch and perhaps a short visit to a local artisan market or beadwork studio. Return to your hotel in the evening to prepare for the safari ahead.

In the morning, board the SGR train to Emali Station, watching Kenya’s countryside unfold from your window. At Emali, your safari guide will meet you for a private transfer into Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch at your luxury lodge or camp. Enjoy an afternoon game drive with Mount Kilimanjaro looming in the distance, and return to your lodge for dinner and your first night in the wild.

Rise early for a morning game drive when the animals are most active and the light over the plains is golden. Amboseli is famous for its majestic elephants, dramatic landscapes, and wetlands filled with birdlife. Return for lunch and a relaxed afternoon before heading out again for a sunset drive. Optional cultural visits to Maasai villages are available for guests interested in understanding the people who call this land home.

After breakfast, transfer back to Emali Station and board your SGR train south to Voi. Upon arrival, your guide will drive you to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a green and mountainous area on the edge of Tsavo West. Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive through this unique, forested ecosystem, rich with wildlife and WWI history. Settle into your elegant lodge with panoramic views of the sanctuary.

Enjoy a full day exploring the lesser-known but deeply rewarding Taita Hills. Morning and evening game drives will bring you face-to-face with elephants, lions, and exotic birdlife. Between drives, you may choose to visit historical sites from World War I, walk through indigenous forest trails, or enjoy a bush sundowner with sweeping views over the rolling hills.

Depart Taita Hills after breakfast and drive toward Tsavo East, Kenya’s oldest and largest national park. Known for its "red elephants," open savannah, and dramatic rock formations, Tsavo East offers an untamed and authentic safari experience. Explore the park on a game drive before arriving at your lodge for lunch. Spend the afternoon on safari, and end the day with dinner under the stars.

After a relaxed morning breakfast, exit Tsavo and drive toward Mombasa, crossing into the coastal landscape. After a short city drive or optional lunch stop, continue south across the Likoni Ferry into Diani Beach. Arrive at your luxury beachfront resort in time for sunset cocktails and ocean breeze. Unwind to the rhythm of the coast.

This full day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Whether it’s relaxing on the soft white sands, indulging in a spa treatment, exploring the coral reef on a snorkeling or diving trip, or visiting nearby Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest, the Diani coast offers something for every kind of traveler. Optional excursions include a Wasini Island dhow cruise or a local Swahili cooking class.

Enjoy a final walk on the beach or a refreshing dip before check-out. Depending on your departure plans, you will be transferred to Ukunda Airstrip for a local flight back to Nairobi or to Moi International Airport (Mombasa) for your international connection. Depart Kenya with unforgettable memories of your safari and seaside journey.