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Your 10-day itinerary, day by day
This is the exact ten-day sequence from the original trip page. Light-aircraft flights connect Nairobi, Samburu, the Maasai Mara and Diani Beach, with an overnight in Nairobi added only when international arrival timings require it.
Duration10 days
Guide price$8,362
RouteNairobi to Diani and back
Where you stay3 camps & hotels
Show prices inindicative only, we quote in USD
Make an Enquiry- Day 1-3
Arrive in Nairobi and fly to Samburu
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be met and transferred to Wilson Airport for a light-aircraft flight to Samburu Game Reserve. If your international flight arrives in the afternoon or evening, spend the first night in Nairobi and fly the following day. On arrival in Samburu, meet your guide, settle into camp for lunch and take an afternoon game drive when time permits before dinner and sundowners.
OvernightElephant Bedroom Camp (2 nights)
- Day 2
Safari in Samburu Game Reserve
Spend the day on safari in Samburu, joining shared morning and afternoon game drives through the reserve.
- Day 3-6
Fly to Mara North Conservancy
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip and fly by light aircraft to the Maasai Mara. Meet the camp team on arrival, enjoy lunch and head out on an afternoon game drive before dinner and sundowners.
OvernightKaren Blixen Camp (3 nights)
- Day 4-5
Explore the private Mara North Conservancy
Spend two days on shared morning and afternoon game drives in Mara North Conservancy. A guided bush walk and a night drive are included during the stay.
- Day 6-10
Fly to Diani Beach
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip and fly to Nairobi, connecting onward to the Diani coastline. Settle into your beach hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
OvernightAlmanara (4 nights)
- Day 7-9
Three days at leisure on Diani Beach
Spend three unhurried days at leisure on the beautiful beaches of Diani, with the time free to relax and enjoy the coast at your own pace.
- Day 10
Return to Nairobi and fly home
Enjoy a final morning at leisure before your transfer to the airstrip and light-aircraft flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. On arrival, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight. Do not book an international departure before 5pm.
Your route from Samburu to the Maasai Mara and Diani Beach
The journey starts in Nairobi, flies north to Samburu, continues south-west to the Mara North Conservancy and then connects through Nairobi to Diani Beach before returning to the capital.
- 1Nairobi
- 2Samburu National Reserve
- 3Mara North Conservancy
- 4Diani Beach
- 5Nairobi
Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. Scheduled light-aircraft flights connect the safari regions and coast, so the map shows the places visited rather than a continuous driving route.
Where you'll stay
The three named stays follow the source itinerary. They are shown text-only because complete current first-party property galleries could not be verified without guessing.
Samburu National Reserve
Elephant Bedroom Camp
A two-night Samburu base for shared morning and afternoon game drives, with lunch, dinner and sundowners woven into the safari rhythm.
Mara North Conservancy, Maasai Mara
Karen Blixen Camp
A three-night riverside camp in the private Mara North Conservancy, with shared game drives, a guided bush walk and a night drive included.
Diani Beach
Almanara
A four-night beach hotel on Kenya's Indian Ocean coast, giving the trip three full leisure days after the safari.
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What's included
Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.
In your price
- Experienced safari guides
- All domestic and internal flights listed in the itinerary
- All road transfers and airport pick-ups and drop-offs
- All accommodation as per the itinerary, amendable to your budget and preferences
- Fees for guides, scouts, drivers and cooks
- All entrance and park fees
- Fees for all activities as per the programme
- Shared or private daily game drives, depending on your route and preferences
- Full-board meal plan unless specified otherwise
- Select local-brand drinks on safari
- AMREF Flying Doctors cover
- Conservation charges
With Brilliant, you'll also get
- One-to-one planning with a dedicated East Africa specialist through our Bucket List Safari System
- A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
- Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
- A personalised guest portal and mobile app
- WhatsApp contact with your local support team
- A one-to-one safety briefing
- Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
- Access to our international flight specialist for US guests
The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee
If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.
Prices are per person based on two people travelling together during high season from July to October. Travel outside this period generally costs less; final pricing depends on dates, flights and accommodation availability.
Your questions answered
How much does Kenya Safari & Beach cost?
The ten-day itinerary starts from $8,362 per person based on two people travelling together during the July to October high season. Travel outside this period generally costs less.
Where does the trip start and finish?
The trip starts at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and finishes there on day ten after a light-aircraft flight from Diani Beach. The final international departure should be booked after 5pm.
How do you travel between Samburu, the Maasai Mara and Diani?
Scheduled light-aircraft flights connect Nairobi with Samburu and the Maasai Mara, then route through Nairobi to Diani Beach. Road transfers link each airport or airstrip with the accommodation.
Which safari activities are included?
The route includes shared morning and afternoon game drives in Samburu and Mara North Conservancy, plus a guided bush walk and night drive during the Mara stay.
Can I change the safari camps or beach hotel?
Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can change the camps, hotel level, number of beach nights, flight sequence and balance between safari and coast around your dates and budget.
Talk to someone who's actually been there
Combining remote safari regions with the coast depends on well-timed light-aircraft connections and the right balance of wildlife and downtime. Our Kenya specialists will tailor the camps, flights and beach stay around your dates and priorities.
Barry
Safari Specialist & Field Guide
Alyson
Guest Experience Specialist
Tracy
Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
Holly
Guest Experience Specialist
Marc
Africa Travel Specialist
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