10 Days Bush to Beach Safari
Safari overview
7 Days Safari & 3 Days Diani Beach Escape
Experience the perfect balance of wildlife adventure and coastal relaxation on this carefully curated bush-to-beach journey across Kenya’s southern circuits most iconic landscapes. From the elephant-filled plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro to the wild beauty of Tsavo West and East and finally the white sandy beaches of Diani, this safari is designed for travelers who don’t want long drives between destinations.
This slower-paced safari with short drives between parks design allows more time in each destination and less time on the road — because at Daftons Safaris, less time driving means more time experiencing the destinations.
Safari Highlights (Itinerary can be customized)
- Amboseli National Park with views of Mount Kilimanjaro
- Inside the park stay at Ol Tukai Lodge
- Scenic Tsavo West exploration at Severin Safari Camp
- Big cats and wilderness at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp
- Classic game viewing at Ashnil Aruba Lodge
- Relaxing beach holiday at Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa
- Seamless road safari ending at the Kenyan coast
Included/Excluded
Included
- Transport in a customized safari vehicle
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- Accommodation as mentioned
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Park entry fees
- Unlimited game drives
- Mineral drinking water during safari
- Pick up in Nairobi
- Drop off in Diani/Mombasa
Not included
- International & domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities and excursions
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses such as laundry and souvenirs
- Beach activities in Diani
Detailed Itinerary
01Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Your Daftons Safaris guide will pick you up from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi for a scenic drive to Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at Ol Tukai Lodge followed by an afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
02Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Enjoy a full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Look out for elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, wildebeests, and abundant birdlife across the open plains and swampy springs.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge
03Day 3: Amboseli – Tsavo West National Park
After breakfast, depart Amboseli for Tsavo West National Park, enter via Chyulu gate in game drive mode through the breathtaking Shetani lava flows arriving in time for lunch at Severin Safari Camp.
Later enjoy an afternoon game drive visiting volcanic landscapes, lava flows, and the famous Mzima Springs known for hippos and crocodiles.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Severin Safari Camp
04Day 4: Tsavo West – Lumo Conservancy
The spectacular Lumo Conservancy, one of Kenya’s pioneering community conservancies connecting Tsavo West and Tsavo East ecosystems. Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, elevated game viewing experiences, and successful conservation efforts that benefit both wildlife and local communities. The conservancy is especially famous for its peaceful exclusivity, dramatic sunsets, and opportunities to spot elephants, lions away from the crowds.
Arrive at Soroi Cheetah Camp for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and buffalo.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp
05Day 5: Full Day in Lumo Conservancy
Spend the day exploring Lumo conservancy with flexible morning and afternoon game drives
For closer connection to the wild optional guided nature walks and night game drives can also be arranged.
Enjoy the untouched wilderness and fewer crowds compared to other parks.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp
06Day 6: Lumo conservancy to Tsavo East
Enjoy a relaxed morning game drive before proceeding deeper into Tsavo East for your stay at Ashnil Aruba Lodge.
Spend the afternoon enjoying wildlife sightings directly from the lodge overlooking the waterhole and plains.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge
07Day 7: Full Day at Tsavo East
Another full day of game viewing in Tsavo East with opportunities to spot big cats, elephants, zebras, and diverse birdlife.
This slower-paced safari with short drives design allows more time in each destination and less time on the road — because at Daftons Safaris, less time driving means more time experiencing the destination.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Diani Beach Extension
08Day 8: Tsavo East – Diani Beach
After breakfast, depart Tsavo and proceed to the Kenyan coast arriving at the beautiful Diani Beach in time for relaxation.
Check in at Pinewood Beach Resort and spend the afternoon unwinding by the Indian Ocean.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa
09Day 9: Full Day at Diani Beach
Enjoy a leisurely beach day. Optional activities include:
Snorkeling
Diving
Dolphin excursions
Kite surfing
Spa treatments
Wasini Island excursions
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa
10Day 10: Departure
Enjoy breakfast before transfer to Ukunda Airstrip or Moi International Airport in Mombasa for your onward journey.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Practical details
Duration
10 Days
Language
English