This Masai Mara & Diani Beach Vacation offers a chance to explore some of the best places in Kenya. The safari combines wildlife adventure in the Masai Mara with relaxing moments along the Diani Beach coastline, known for its calm breeze and beautiful views.
Guests will have great opportunities to see the animals in Masai Mara National Reserve, including the wildebeests and the Big Five.
This safari also includes fun activities like hot air balloon rides, scuba diving in Diani, and game drives in the reserve, giving travelers some of the best experiences in Kenya.
Masai Mara & Diani Beach Vacation Highlights
- Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
- Day 2: Full day Mara game drives
- Day 3: Another day in Masai Mara Reserve
- Day 4: Fly from Masai Mara to Diani Beach
- Day 5: Diani Beach relaxation
- Day 6: Spa treatment and water activities
- Day 7: Fly to Nairobi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi by a professional guide. After a short briefing, start the drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, which takes about 5 hours and 20 minutes.
On arrival, check in at the lodge and relax.
Enjoy a tasty lunch in the afternoon. After lunch, check into your room and spend the afternoon relaxing while enjoying the views of the wilderness and nearby animals.
In the evening, take a short walk around the lodge and spot animals like warthogs and baboons. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2: Full day Mara game drives
Start the day with an early breakfast at the lodge, then head out for a morning game drive.
Explore areas like Lemek Conservancy in the northern part of the reserve, where you can see wildebeests, leopards, lions, hyenas, elephants, and buffaloes. Return to the lodge at midday for lunch.
In the afternoon, go for another game drive in the Mara Triangle. This will give you more chances to see thousands of wildebeests and the Big Five.
Return to the lodge in the evening to relax, have dinner, and spend the night.
Day 3: Another day in Masai Mara Reserve
After breakfast, go for a hot air balloon safari. This gives you a bird’s eye view of Masai Mara, where you can see animals, bird species, and beautiful landscapes from above.
Return to the lodge at noon for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy horseback riding in the reserve under the guidance of game rangers to ensure safety.
Ride as you enjoy views of the wilderness and sunset. Return to the lodge later for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Fly from Masai Mara to Diani Beach
Start the day with an early breakfast at the lodge, then drive to Serena Airstrip for your flight to Diani Beach. On arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Enjoy lunch, check in, and relax while taking in views of the ocean and nearby islands.
In the evening, take a walk along the beach, enjoy the fresh air, and take some photos. Return to the hotel at sunset for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Diani Beach relaxation
After breakfast, go for sport fishing where you might catch fish like mackerel and salmon. Spend the whole morning enjoying this activity. Return to the hotel at midday for relaxation.
After lunch, enjoy the afternoon relaxing at the beach. Walk along the sand, enjoy the view of the ocean, and watch the sunset. Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Spa treatment and water activities
Have breakfast at the hotel, then enjoy a spa treatment for the entire morning. This is a calm and refreshing experience with health benefits.
After lunch at the hotel, head to the ocean for water activities like kite surfing and scuba diving.
These are fun and refreshing, especially in the afternoon when the ocean helps cool the high temperatures.
Return to the hotel at sunset for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Fly to Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in the morning, then check out and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi.
Arrival in Nairobi marks the end of this exciting vacation, and you will proceed with your journey back home.