Seize the day and embark on the ultimate Kenya holiday, combining the country’s ocean-side bliss with a spellbinding African safari trip.

This exclusive trip to Kenya merges the best of both worlds for all who seek dazzling landscapes and cultural corners. You’ll begin with a sensational safari in Masai Mara, one of the best places to visit in Kenya to see wildlife. From nocturnal game drives to hot-balloon experiences, your three nights at the Saruni Wild brings life-changing encounters with Kenya’s virgin savannah. 

You are then transported to the glimmering Kenya South Coast. Five nights await you at one of the best resorts in Kenya, set on the remote Galu Beach, where the country’s coastal vivacity brings endless opportunities. Here, you can explore East Africa’s marine beauty and wander scenic pathways, before departing from Kenya feeling closer than ever to Mother Nature. 

What's Included:

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

Trip Itinerary

A private dining arrangement is set up ahead of an orange sunset on the Masai Mara plains.

Days 1-3: Masai Mara

Day 1 - Arrive in Masai Mara

Begin your unforgettable Kenya safari holiday with a journey to the heart of the Masai Mara, where the exclusive Saruni Wild awaits, offering a unique blend of luxury and sustainability. Your adventure kicks off with a swift transfer to a light aircraft, whisking you away to an intimate Kenya safari lodge nestled within the private Lemek Conservancy.  

Saruni Wild promises a once-in-a-lifetime escape amidst the untouched beauty of the Mara plains. Here, indulge in three nights of bespoke experiences, from gourmet meals to the warmth of open fires overlooking the majestic landscape, where precious Kenya wildlife runs free. If the weather is right on your first evening, book a private dining experience beneath the stars and indulge in traditional cuisine amidst Saruni Wild's acacia trees. 

Four African elephants loiter around a 4x4 vehicle on a game drive in the Masai Mara during the afternoon

Days 2-3 - Safari in Masai Mara

Embark on a mesmerising two-day luxury safari in Masai Mara, Africa's most legendary wildlife sanctuary. This exclusive journey offers spectacular game drives to witness lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, and more, in their natural habitat. Your experience at Saruni Wild extends beyond the ordinary with bush walks guided by Maasai warriors, allowing you to intimately connect with the land and its inhabitants. 

Elevate your Masai Mara safari with a nocturnal game drive, a chance to encounter elusive creatures like genets, servals, and aardvarks. For an unforgettable perspective, opt for a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the vast Mara plains. Your safari trip to Kenya is undoubtedly filled with intimate and unmissable moments. 

A beautiful waterfall tumbles gracefully in Shimba Hills National PArk

Days 4-9: Kenya South Coast

Days 4-8 - Relaxation on the Kenya South Coast

From the untamed wilds on the Masai Mara, you are transported to the charming Kenya South Coast, where tranquillity is embedded in its glistening, white sands. You take a short flight to the Ukunda airstrip and are swiftly transferred to Kinondo Kwetu, your heavenly Kenya beach resort for the next five nights.  

The luxury resort is situated on Galu Beach, just south of Diani Beach, one of the most beloved beaches in Kenya. This stay is crafted for those who seek seclusion from the outside world, familiarising you with Kenya’s dynamic coastal culture.  

You can fully personalise your extravagant Kenya beach holiday with an array of thrilling activities. Stride further into the deep blue on a Kenya boat tour or dip your head beneath the cooling waters on a scuba diving journey. Those who crave adventure may embark on a game drive or trek past beautiful waterfalls in Shimba Hills National Park, whilst those who pine for relaxation may partake in a beachfront yoga session.  

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

Day 9 - Departure Home

Your unforgettable trip to Kenya has come to a close. You wave goodbye to the heavenly Kenya beaches you have bonded with and head for your connecting flight to Nairobi. As you board your flight home, you recount the exceptional adventure which has brought you here, thirsty for another luxury African holiday with Wayfairer.  

This 9-day Safari and Beach Trip to Kenya could become something even more extraordinary. Combine this Kenya itinerary with cultural trip around Samburu or Laikipia, or you could extend your luxury beach holiday with a connecting Zanzibar trip.  

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