East Africa Wildlife and Coast

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Nairobi

Arrive in Nairobi at any time.

Day 2-3 Masai Mara (2B,2L,2D)

With its vast open plains and distinctive flat-topped acacia trees, no visit to Kenya would be complete without a visit here! Spend time game viewing with excellent chances of seeing the "Big 5" - lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino.

Day 4-5 Nakuru (2B,2L,2D)

Descend into the Great Rift Valley and travel to Nakuru. Named for the shallow soda lake within its boundaries, Lake Nakuru National Park is renowned for its millions of resident flamingos. Spend a full day viewing a vast array of wildlife through the park's woodlands and grasslands.

Day 6-7 Amboseli National Park (2B,2L,2D)

Depart early from Nakuru, venturing south to the famed Amboseli National Park. With the snow-capped "Kili" providing the ultimate photo backdrop, view diverse wildlife and take photos to your heart's content.

Day 8 Tsavo West National Park (B,L,D)

With its spectacular red elephants, zebras, hippos and leopards, Tsavo West is part of Kenya's largest national park, with nearly 22,000 sq km. Spend the afternoon capturing the beauty and diversity of this immense territory.

Day 9-10 Mombasa (B)

Descend from the dry Tsavo savannah to the Swahili coast. Mombasa, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is East Africa's oldest city. Visit the old town, cruise on a dhow, and test the seafood while soaking up the Swahili culture.

Day 11-12 Shimba Hills/Diani Beach (L)

Enjoy a half-day tour searching for the rare and endemic wildlife of the Shimba Hills National Reserve, in the lush zones above the coastal plain. Continue on to Diani Beach, where you can spend you time at leisure, enjoying the white sand beaches, adventurous water sports, or visiting the unique Colobus Monkey Trust.

Day 13 Shimoni (L)

Board a traditional Dhow and sail across to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park where you can snorkel among colourful coral and tropical fish. Feast on a Swahili lunch on Wasini Island, and spend some free time visiting the village or seeing the fascinating coral gardens.

Day 14-15 Pangani (B,2L,2D)

Cross the border into Tanzania, and step back in time visiting this old Arab slave trading centre. For a bit of sun, swimming or snorkelling, head across to tiny Maziwe, a truly magnificent Indian Ocean island.

Day 16 Saadani National Park (B,L,D)

Continue on through this unique and less-visited park where the bush, river, and sea meet. Enjoy a game drive and learn about the slave rebellions of the region.

Day 17 Bagamoyo (B)

After a morning game drive in Saadani, continue south to the town of Bagamoyo. Stroll through this relaxed, colourful town, with German-era colonial buildings, Swahili architecture, and bustling local markets combining to create a truly unique experience.

Day 18 Dar es Salaam

Take a short trip south to Tanzania's largest city, Dar Es Salaam. The city started as a fishing village in the mid 19th century before becoming an important port and trading centre.