Masai Mara & Diani Beach Classic Safari: 7 Days

The journey starts with a morning flight from Nairobi, landing in the heart of the Masai Mara. The air is fresh, and the landscape opens into vast grasslands. After settling into the camp, the first game drive takes place as the heat of the day begins to fade. The Mara is home to a high density of wildlife, and the afternoon provides a gentle introduction to its residents. The day ends with a quiet dinner under the stars.

• Meals: Lunch and Dinner
• Accommodation: Entim Mara

The day follows the rhythm of the wild with an early start. Morning drives offer the best chance to see predators before they seek shade. The landscape is dotted with acacia trees and herds of grazing animals. A picnic lunch allows for more time in the field without returning to camp. The afternoon drive captures the soft golden light, perfect for observing animal behaviour.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Accommodation: Entim Mara

This day allows for a deeper exploration of different sectors of the Mara. The movement of the herds provides a constant sense of life and change. Guests can choose to take a hot air balloon flight for a different perspective of the plains. The final evening in the Mara is a time to appreciate the silence and the vastness of the Kenyan sky.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Accommodation: Entim Mara

A final morning drive provides a last look at the Mara’s wildlife. After lunch, a scheduled flight travels directly to the coast. The transition from the dry bush to the humid, tropical air of Diani is striking. The evening is spent settling into the beachfront resort and listening to the waves.

• Meals: All Inclusive
• Accommodation: Southern Palms Beach Resort

The pace slows down significantly at the coast. The day is free for guests to enjoy the resort facilities or walk along the white sands. The ocean is warm and inviting for a midday swim. It is a time for rest and reflection after the early starts of the safari.

• Meals: All Inclusive
• Accommodation: Southern Palms Beach Resort

Another day is dedicated to the calm of Diani. Guests might choose to visit the nearby sacred forests or take a dhow trip to see dolphins. The resort offers various ways to unwind, from the pool to the spa. The evening atmosphere is relaxed with the scent of jasmine and the sound of the breeze.

• Meals: All Inclusive
• Accommodation: Southern Palms Beach Resort

The final morning is spent enjoying the last moments of the coast. After lunch, a flight returns to Nairobi. The journey concludes with a transfer to the international airport for the flight home.

• Meals: Breakfast 
• Accommodation: Departure