Itinerary
Day 01 :
Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Magical Kenya
- Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), a warm meet & greet by your Ideal Africa Smartours representative.
- Private transfer to your luxury Nairobi hotel.
- Optional afternoon visit: Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, or Karen Blixen Museum.
- Overnight: Luxury Hotel (e.g., Hemingways Nairobi, Giraffe Manor, or Karen Gables)
- Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 02 :
Nairobi ✈️ Lewa Downs Conservancy – Conservation Paradise
- Morning flight from Wilson Airport to the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Game drive en route to your lodge, then lunch and afternoon exploration.
- Spot endangered black rhinos, Grevy’s zebras, lions, elephants, and more.
- Overnight: Luxury Lodge (e.g., Lewa Safari Camp, Kifaru House)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 03 :
Lewa – Safari & Scenic Views
- Morning and afternoon game drives with expert guides.
- Optional experiences: Guided bush walks, horseback safaris, or visit Lewa HQ for insight into its conservation efforts.
- Enjoy uninterrupted views of Mount Kenya from your lodge.
- Overnight: Same as Day 2
- Meals: Full Board
Day 04 :
Lewa ✈️ Masai Mara – Into the Big Cat Kingdom
- After breakfast, board your flight to the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.
- Game drive on arrival en route to your luxury camp.
- Afternoon safari across the Mara plains—home to lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, elephants, and more.
- Overnight: Luxury Camp (e.g., Sand River Mara, Mara Ngenche, Governors’ Camp)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 05 :
Masai Mara – Full Day Safari Adventure
- Early morning and afternoon game drives or optional full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
- Optional experiences: Hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast, or Maasai village visit (extra cost).
- Sundowners and storytelling around the fire at camp.
- Overnight: Same as Day 4
Meals: Full Board
Day 06 :
Masai Mara ✈️ Diani Beach – Coastal Bliss Begins
- Morning game drive followed by breakfast.
- Fly from Masai Mara to Ukunda (Diani Beach) via Nairobi.
- Arrival and transfer to your beachfront resort on the Indian Ocean.
- Enjoy a peaceful afternoon on the white sandy beaches.
- Overnight: Luxury Beach Resort (e.g., The Sands at Nomad, AfroChic Diani, Almanara Luxury Villas)
- Meals: Half Board or Full Board
Day 07 :
Diani Beach – Relax & Explore
- Free day to relax on the beach or choose from optional water activities.
- Optional excursions: Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park, diving/snorkeling, Colobus Monkey Sanctuary, or deep sea fishing.
- Overnight: Same as Day 6
- Meals: Half Board or Full Board
Day 08 :
Diani Beach – Paradise Found
- Another day to soak in the tropical atmosphere at your own pace.
- Optional spa treatment or romantic beachfront dinner available.
- Overnight: Same as Day 6
Meals: Half Board or Full Board
Day 09 :
Diani ✈️ Nairobi – Departure
- Morning at leisure, then transfer to Ukunda Airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi (Wilson Airport).
- Connect to JKIA for your international departure.
- Optional: Lunch or dayroom available upon request.
Meals: Breakfast