8-Day Kenya Odyssey to Mombasa Coast

8 Days

Starting in Nairobi and ending on the shores of the delightful Indian Ocean, this is a comprehensive safari that visits four extremely diverse wilderness areas. From the lakes of the Great Rift Valley and open plains of the Mara to the undulating hills of Tsavo, this is a great start to a safari and beach holiday. This tour departs from Nairobi every Sunday.

Day 1 :
Nairobi

<p>You'll be collected from the airport (or hotel).</p><p>Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.</p><p> </p><p>Upon arrival into Nairobi, clients will be met and transferred to the Eka hotel. Afternoon at leisure.</p><p></p><p>A contemporary style hotel that provides all the comfort, convenience and efficiency to the discerning traveler, Eka Hotel is Ideally located along Mombasa road in Nairobi the capital city of Kenya, It is an ideal business cum leisure hotel, close to both the International and domestic Airports as well as the city centre. The hotel offers tastefully decorated rooms, two restaurants, bar, conference facilities, swimming pool and a host of other facilities.</p><p></p><p>Suggested Optional Nairobi Excursions for Early morning arrivals (clients will be transferred to Eka Hotel on arrival for breakfast on own arrangements and then continue with the excursion).</p><p>Daphne Sheldricks Excursion</p><p>Out of Africa Excursion.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="#">Nairobi</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/eka-hotel-nairobi/">Eka Hotel Nairobi</a></p><p>Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>Leaving Nairobi after breakfast, you travel towards Kenya's fertile highlands and head down the rift escarpment on the road built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. On the way spot the charming chapel built at the foot of the escarpment. Pass the impressive Longonot earth satellite station as you head across the valley to Narok; continue your travels across acres of wheat and barley, before reaching the Masai Mara in time for lunch. Following lunch set off on your first game drive, returning to the lodge as the sun sets.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/masai-mara-national-reserve/">Masai Mara National Reserve</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/keekorok-lodge/"> Keekorok Lodge</a></p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>Following an early breakfast, depart on a morning game drive, returning to the camp mid morning. After lunch, and perhaps a siesta, set off on another game drive returning to the lodge as the sunsets. (It is possible to pre-book an optional early morning Balloon Safari at a supplementary cost)</p><p></p><p>Keekorok Game Lodge lies at the southern end of Masai Mara National Reserve, approximately 280 kilometres from Nairobi. It is sited in the direct path of the annual migration and was the first lodge to be built in the Mara. At the height of the migration, Keekorok is surrounded by a swarming mass of animals and there is hardly need to go on a game drive. Keekorok's charm lies in the liberal use of local building materials. Sand stone, cedar wood and other indigenous materials are used in all rooms and public areas. In front of the lodge there is a 300m elevated walkway that meanders through a small riverine forest to a small bar that overlooks a dam where game are regularly seen.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/masai-mara-national-reserve/">Masai Mara National Reserve</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/keekorok-lodge/"> Keekorok Lodge</a></p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast travel across the ‘breadbasket’ of Kenya, where acres of wheat and barley litter the landscape as you head north to Narok, the district headquarters of this part of Maasailand. Now travel across the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley, keeping an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle as you head up the Mai -Mahiu, before arriving at Lake Nakuru around midday. Once in the park, view game en route to the lodge. Following lunch and a siesta, there is an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge as the sun sets. The national park, known for its birdlife, offers a possibility to view flamingoes. It is also home to Black and White rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/lake-nakuru-national-parks/">Lake Nakuru National Parks</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/lake-nakuru-sopa-lodge/"> Lake Nakuru sopa Lodge</a></p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>Following an early breakfast, leaving Lake Nakuru behind, you continue towards Nairobi and then head south towards Amboseli stopping for a picnic lunch enroute. On arrival, there is game viewing en route to the lodge, arriving as the sun sets.</p><p></p><p>Set against the magnificent backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, the glittering Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge enjoys a uniquely privileged position at the heart of this world-famous national park.</p><p></p><p>Secluded within a grove of acacia trees, the lodge looks out over the golden savannah plains, with uninterrupted views of the mountain itself. Close by are a series of emerald green swamps, which are fed by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro. As the only sources of water in the park, this attracts huge numbers of wallowing elephants, hippos, buffalos and plains game. Meanwhile, from the prehistoric site of Observation Hill, the sunset over Kilimanjaro is truly magnificent.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/amboseli-national-park/">Amboseli National Park</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/amboseli-serena-safari-lodge/"> Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge</a></p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>Following a morning gamedrive the rest of the morning is at leisure followed by lunch at the lodge. Following Lunch, depart to Tsavo West. The journey takes you east, across the spectacular Shetani lava flow, a reminder of the molten outpouring that spilled down the scenic slopes of the nearby Chyulu Hills over the last three centuries. A zig zagging road through scrub thorn and acacia leads you into Tsavo National Park, which together (East and West) form the largest of Kenya’s parks. On arrival, enjoy game-viewing en route to your lodge arrive at your lodge as the sun sets.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/tsavo-west-national-park/">Tsavo West National Park</a> </p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/kilaguni-serena-safari-lodge/"> Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge</a> </p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>This morning enjoy a game drive in the park, including a visit to Mzima Springs with its underwater viewing holes. Following lunch at the lodge, continue to Taita Hills Game Sanctuary for rest of the afternoon at leisure, viewing game from lodge’s underground hide or from the lodge balconies.</p><p></p><p>Salt Lick Lodge is located in the heart of a private Wildlife Sanctuary which lies adjacent to Tsavo National Park, therefore playing an increasingly important role in the protection and conservation of Kenya's wildlife heritage. The entire lodge is raised on stilts, providing 24-hour game viewing opportunities from any corner of the lodge.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/taita-hills-wildlife-sanctuary/">Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary</a> </p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/kilaguni-serena-safari-lodge/"> Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge</a> </p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>

<p>Following breakfast, depart on a morning game drive in Taita Hills Game Sanctuary. Lunch will be provided at Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge before continuing your journey to Mombasa, aiming to reach your North or South Coast beach hotel by late afternoon.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="#">Mombasa Beaches (Beach)</a></p><p>Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)</p><p>Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p><p></p><p>End of tour </p><p>Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.</p><p>You'll be dropped off at the airport (or hotel).</p>

Starting in Nairobi and ending on the shores of the delightful Indian Ocean, this is a comprehensive safari that visits four extremely diverse wilderness areas. From the lakes of the Great Rift Valley and open plains of the Mara to the undulating hills of Tsavo, this is a great start to a safari and beach holiday. This tour departs from Nairobi every Sunday.

Trip cost includes

  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)

Trip cost excludes

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the Itinerary section)

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8-Day Kenya Odyssey to Mombasa Coast
From $2,500
/ Adult
  • Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Tsavo West NP & Taita Hills
  • All meals included
  • Accommodation catered