18 days · Kenya
18 Days Kenya Safari & Coastal Holiday
A private safari through northern and southern Kenya combined with a stay on the coast near Watamu. The route runs from Nairobi through Samburu, the Rift Valley lakes, Amboseli and the Tsavo parks before finishing on the Indian Ocean coast.
- Length
- 18 days
- Country
- Kenya
- Experiences
- Game Drive · Boat Ride · Cultural Tour
Along this route
The world this journey moves through
Representative photography of the landscapes and wildlife on this route — tap any photo to view it full screen.
The route
How this journey unfolds, 11 stops in 18 days
Day by day
The journey, morning by morning
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, where our driver meets you and transfers you to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
NairobiNairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Drive north to Samburu with views of the Aberdares and Mount Kenya, with an afternoon game drive for the reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Grevy's zebra.
Samburu National ReserveSamburu to Lake Nakuru National Park
Continue to Lake Nakuru for lunch, with an afternoon game drive for flamingos, Rothschild's giraffes and black rhinos.
Lake Nakuru National ParkLake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Drive to Lake Naivasha for a boat trip to see birds and hippos, with lunch at Elsamere.
Lake NaivashaLake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Depart early for Amboseli with a packed lunch and a full-day game drive for elephants, lions and cheetahs.
Amboseli National ParkFull day in Amboseli National Park
A full day of game drives in Amboseli, with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Amboseli National ParkAmboseli to Tsavo West National Park
Drive to Tsavo West with a picnic lunch, a birdwatching tour with rangers and a game drive before dinner.
Tsavo West National ParkFull day in Tsavo West National Park
A full-day game drive exploring the varied habitats and wildlife of Tsavo West.
Tsavo West National ParkTsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
Transfer to Tsavo East with lunch on arrival, followed by an evening game drive.
Tsavo East National ParkFull day in Tsavo East National Park
A day of game drives for elephants, lions, antelope and a range of birds.
Tsavo East National ParkTsavo East to Watamu
Drive to Watamu with a packed lunch, arriving in the late afternoon for a seafood dinner.
WatamuExplore Watamu
Visit local schools and explore the area, returning to your villa to relax.
WatamuVisit Malindi
Tour local markets in Malindi, then return to relax by the pool.
MalindiSafari Blue experience
A full-day sea excursion including snorkelling and seafood on the sandbank.
WatamuCoastal culture
A relaxed day, with a traditional coastal dance performance in the evening.
WatamuOptional excursion day
Choose from optional excursions around Watamu or Malindi.
WatamuGede Ruins and Mida Creek
Visit the historic Gede Ruins and explore Mida Creek with a local food experience.
WatamuDeparture
Transfer to Malindi Airport for your flight to Nairobi and onward departure.
Malindi
What the price covers
Included and not included
Included
- The domestic flights shown in your itinerary — booked on your behalf; we confirm in writing whether they sit inside your package price or are quoted separately
- All ground transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Full-board accommodation on the safari stages; the meal basis at coastal and island hotels is set out in your itinerary
- Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- All park entrance fees
- Game drives, boat cruises and activities listed in the itinerary
- Drinking water in the vehicle
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Drinks and meals not listed in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature, such as laundry and souvenirs
Provisional — this list is being confirmed with the operator and may change before booking.
Good to know
Questions travellers ask about this trip
- How long is the 18 Days Kenya Safari & Coastal Holiday and where does it start and end?
- 18 days across Kenya. The itinerary begins in Nairobi and its last night is at Malindi; we arrange the transfers at both ends around your flights.
- How fit do I need to be for this safari?
- No particular fitness is needed. This itinerary is largely vehicle-based — game drives, boat cruises and short walks — so it suits travellers of most ages and mobility levels. Tell us about anything we should plan around and we will shape the days accordingly.
Ready when you are
Share your dates and party and we'll shape this journey around you — a real reply from the people who'll be driving.