9 Day Kenya Safari and Beach Trip

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Experience the best of Kenya: 9-day Masai Mara safari and South Coast beach escape

Discover Kenya with a journey combining thrilling safaris and the calm of the Indian Ocean coast. 

This tailor-made Kenya trip combines two standout experiences. Spend three nights on safari in the Masai Mara, a famous wildlife reserve. Game drives, bush walks, and an optional hot air balloon ride bring you close to lions, elephants, and wide open savannah.

Then head to Kenya’s South Coast for five nights on Galu Beach, a quiet sweep of white sand and clear water. Relax, explore the coastline, or choose gentle activities for a journey that captures the best of Kenya.

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What's Included

  • All meals and accommodations as mentioned
  • Internal light aircraft flights
  • Private airport transfers
  • Entry fees to national parks and reserves, conservation levies, game-viewing
  • Professional local staff with fair salaries
  • Local English speaking safari guides
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Trip Itinerary

Arrival
Days 2-3
Days 4-5
Days 6-8
Departure

Arrive in Masai Mara

Arrive in the Masai Mara and take a short flight to Saruni Wild, a small safari lodge set in the private Lemek Conservancy. This quiet corner of the Mara offers luxury, comfort, and direct access to Kenya’s iconic wildlife.

Settle in with views across the open plains. Enjoy gourmet meals, open fires under the stars, and your first chance to spot elephants, giraffes, and more roaming nearby. If the evening is clear, a private bush dinner makes for a memorable start to your safari.

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Safari in Masai Mara

You’ll spend the next two days exploring Kenya’s most iconic safari landscape. Morning and afternoon game drives bring you close to lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, and cheetahs. Guided bush walks let you slow down and learn about the land from a local perspective.

In the evenings, relax at your comfortable safari lodge, where open skies and campfires set the scene. Choose a night drive to look for nocturnal wildlife that’s rarely seen in daylight.

For something unforgettable, add a hot air balloon ride and watch the sunrise over the vast savannah. These days blend adventure, wildlife encounters, and time to enjoy the beauty of the Masai Mara at your own pace.

A group of elephants surround an open top Jeep in Kenya.

Coastal Adventure

After your safari, fly south to Kenya’s coast and settle into a quiet lodge on Galu Beach. Golden sands, warm Indian Ocean waters, and a touch of coastal culture set the scene for the next few days.

Start exploring right away. Snorkel over colorful reefs, swim in crystal-clear lagoons, or take a boat trip along the coastline for a different view of the shore. Forest walks in nearby hills bring waterfalls, birds, and cool shade.

Your evenings end by the ocean, with fresh seafood dinners and the sound of waves just steps away. Adventure-filled days give way to starry skies and the calm of the Kenyan coast.

Snorkling at Kenya's Diani Beach

Relax and Unwind

As the trip slows down, these days are about rest and easy living. Mornings begin with yoga on the beach or slow walks along the shoreline as the sun rises over the Indian Ocean.

Read under palm trees, swim in the pool, or simply watch the tide roll in from the comfort of a shaded veranda. Time here is yours to spend however you like, with no agenda except to relax.

In the evenings, enjoy long, unhurried dinners by candlelight, soft breezes carrying the sounds of the ocean, and the feeling of having nowhere else to be.

Relaxing sunrise at Galu Beach in Kenya

Departure

After a final breakfast on Kenya’s South Coast, transfer to Ukunda airstrip for your flight to Nairobi and onward journey home. As you leave Kenya’s wildlife, beaches, and wide-open landscapes behind, you’ll carry the memories of a trip filled with remarkable moments.

If you wish to extend your adventure, consider adding time in Samburu or Laikipia for cultural experiences, or fly to Zanzibar for more days by the ocean.

A cosy seating area is set up on the beach front at Kinondo Kwetu during the early evening. It is lit up by candlelight

Why Wayfairer

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Will it suit how we like to travel?

Yes. Your specialist designs your trip around your pace and interests, whether it is a family safari in Africa or a cultural journey through Japan.

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Who shapes our experience?

Experts who listen first, then connect the days, places, and people into a journey that feels seamless and personal.

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Who helps if our plans change?

Your 24/7 Concierge takes care of the details before your trip and steps in if things do not go as planned, so you can simply enjoy the journey.

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