10 Days Kenya Wildlife Safari from Nairobi to Diani Beach

  • Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East
  • Duration: 10 Days
  • Language: English, French, Germany, Italian
  • Tour type: Big Five Safaris
  • Transport: 4x4 Landcruiser Jeep
  • Accommodation: As Per Itinerary
  • Meals: FB
From Nairobi to Diani Beach

10 Days Nairobi to Beach Safari Ending in Mombasa or Diani Beach

Ultimate Kenya Big Five & Beach Safari with Nova Afrika Kenya Safaris

Experience the very best of Kenya on this 10 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East Safari from Nairobi to the Coast, ending at the Indian Ocean beaches of Mombasa or Diani. This classic safari combines Kenya’s top wildlife destinations with a scenic bush-to-beach finale.

You will explore the legendary plains of Masai Mara National Reserve, the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha, the elephant kingdom of Amboseli National Park, and the vast wilderness of Tsavo West National Park and Tsavo East National Park.

Nairobi to Coast Kenya Safari Highlights

This 10 days Nairobi to Diani beach Kenya safari tripoffers an incredible combination of:

✔️ 2 nights in Masai Mara (Big Five safari)
✔️ Scenic Great Rift Valley drive
✔️ Flamingos & rhino sanctuary at Lake Nakuru
✔️ Boat safari on Lake Naivasha (optional)
✔️ 2 nights in Amboseli with Kilimanjaro views
✔️ Mzima Springs in Tsavo West
✔️ Red elephants of Tsavo East
✔️ Scenic bush-to-beach safari ending on the coast
✔️ Ideal photography & wildlife adventure circuit

Best Beaches In Kenya Diani Beach

10 Days Nairobi to Diani Beach Kenya Safari Trip Itinerary

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel, residence, or airport in Nairobi. Drive through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, stopping briefly at a scenic viewpoint for photographs of one of Africa’s most remarkable geological features.

Continue through Narok Town and arrive at the Masai Mara in time for lunch.

Afternoon Game Drive

Explore the vast plains of the Masai Mara in search of: Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes, Rhinos, Cheetahs, Hyenas, Wildebeest, Zebras, Giraffes.

Dinner and overnight at your camp or lodge.

Safari Accommodation Options in Masai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.

Explore the Masai Mara Ecosystem

Visit different areas of the reserve, including the famous Mara River.

Wildlife Viewing Opportunities

Search for: The Big Five, Cheetahs, Hippos, Crocodiles, Topis, Elands, Gazelles, Wildebeest.

During the migration season (July–October), you may witness the spectacular crossings associated with the Great Migration.

Return to camp in the late afternoon.

Dinner and overnight

After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

Explore one of Kenya’s best wildlife sanctuaries.

Highlights include: Black rhinos, White rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, Lions, Buffaloes, Waterbucks, Baboons.

Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the lake.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Safari Accommodation Options in Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha via Nairobi and the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge just in time for lunch.

Optional Activities

Boat safari on Lake Naivasha
Guided walking safari on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary
Birdwatching excursions

Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Safari Accommodation Options in Lake Naivasha National Park

After breakfast, drive south through the scenic Kenyan countryside towards Amboseli National Park.  Your lunch will be served at the Lodge or Camp.

Amboseli national park

Amboseli National Park; covering approximately 390sq. km of swampy area boasts the largest elephant herds as they roam around the swamps and the foot of Africa’s highest mountain!

Physical attractions

Other physical attractions include Lake Amboseli, the Observation Hill which allows a panoramic view of better part of this park overlooking Enkongo Narok swamp with its schools of hippos as well as herds of Elephants! For the avid ornithologists, this swamp does not disappoint with its prolific fauna.

Wildlife

Other animals include buffaloes, hippos and a variety of waterfowls like pelican, Egyptian goose, and jacana. You equally have a chance of spotting leopard, cheetah, wild dogs, giraffe, zebra, lion, mongoose, hyrax, dik- dik, lesser kudu, and nocturnal porcupine.

After lunch relax up to 1600hrs then embark on an evening game drive, the park is famously known for being the best in Africa to get close to free-ranging elephant among other wildlife species.
At around 1800hrs proceed back to the lodge of your choice for dinner and overnight stay.

Safari Accommodation Options in Amboseli National Park

Spend the day exploring one of Africa’s most scenic wildlife destinations.

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

Visit key wildlife areas including:
Observation Hill
Amboseli swamps
Open savannah plains
Wildlife sightings may include: Large elephant herds, Lions, Cheetahs, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Hippos, Numerous bird species.

Picnic lunch or lodge lunch depending on your preference.

Dinner and overnight in Amboseli.

Take an early morning breakfast before departing Amboseli national park with a game drive en route.

The drive will last approximately 3 hours with a brief stop at the Shetani Lava flow; the most recent volcanic activities before arriving at Tsavo west national park and have your lunch at the Camp/Lodge which shall be offered in their open restaurant overlooking a waterhole frequently visited by animals.

At 1600hours, while embarking for the evening game drive, you will have a chance to spot different wild animals such as elephants, lions, leopards, herds of buffalos and different species of birds then proceed to Mzima springs which is the freshwater source for Mombasa city.

At Mzima, Springs you have a chance to see hippos and crocodiles on a guided nature walk with a ranger. For better visibility, there is a special underwater viewing chamber at approximately 1830hrs thereafter proceeding back to the lodge or camp of your choice.

Safari Accommodation Options in Tsavo West National Park

Take an early morning breakfast before departing Tsavo West with a game drive en route. The drive will last approximately 1 hour before arriving at Tsavo East national Park in time for lunch.
After lunch you will relax then at around 1530hrs begin spotting animals where you may be able to see a wide variety of animals.

Animal expected to be spotted

Lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, serval cats, kongoni, kudu, oryx, impala, hyena, gazelle, buffalo and the “red” elephants (colored by the reddish soil which they apply on their bodies during sand bathing).

Birds

Around 500 bird species have been observed in the park, including ostrich and several species of migratory birds.
Tsavo East is famous for some of the largest herds of elephants in Kenya. The elephants seem to have red colour, just like many other animals in the park, which is caused by the red dust which they tend to spray themselves on against insects or parasites.

Man Eaters

The lions of Tsavo owe their fame to the book and movie “The Man-eaters of Tsavo”. Here, a few lions ate several railroad workers during early 20th century. The lions were later shot dead.
It seems the reason they attacked people was because of their dental arrangement, which made it difficult for them to tear off buffalo’s or gazelle’s meat.
At around 1830hours drive back to the lodge/camp of choice for dinner and overnight stay.

Safari Accommodation Options in Tsavo East National Park

Spend a full day exploring Tsavo East.

Highlights:

Aruba Dam wildlife concentration
Big herds of elephants
Predator sightings

Dinner and overnight in Tsavo East.

Early Morning Game Drive

Begin your final safari day with a sunrise game drive when wildlife is most active. Possible sightings include: Lions, Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Hyenas, Antelopes.

Breakfast

Return to the lodge for breakfast and check out.
Final Game Viewing

Enjoy a game drive en route to the park exit.

Return to the Coast

Drive back to your preferred coastal destination: Diani Beach, Mombasa, Nyali Beach, Bamburi Beach, Shanzu Beach, Watamu, Malindi. Arrive in the afternoon with wonderful safari memories.

 

Price Includes

Not Included

✅ Pick-up Nairobi Hotel/Residence/Airport and drop-off Diani beach, Mombasa, Watamu
✅ Park entry fees to Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Tsavo East & Tsavo West
✅ Accommodation for 9 nights
✅ Professional English-speaking Safari Guide
✅ Game drives in 4×4 safari Land cruiser with open roof top for viewing and Photography
✅ Meals on Full board
✅ Unlimted Bottled Water
✅ Local taxes and levies
❌ Drinks & Personal Expenses
❌ Tips & Gratuities
❌ Maasai Village Visit
❌ Boat Riding Lake Naivasha
❌ International flights

Wildlife You May Encounter

Common wildlife sightings

Amboseli National Park: Elephants, Lions, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Zebras, Wildebeest, Hyenas.
Lake Naivasha: Hippos, Waterbucks, Fish eagles, Pelicans, Kingfishers.
Lake Nakuru National Park: Black rhinos, White rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, Lions, Buffaloes.
Masai Mara National Reserve: Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Buffaloes, Rhinos, Cheetahs, Wildebeest, Zebras, Giraffes, Crocodiles.
Tsavo: Red elephants, Lions, Leopards, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Oryx & zebras & More.

Best Time To Visit

June to October
Excellent wildlife viewing
Dry season conditions and Great Migration season in the Masai Mara
January to March
Clear skies
Outstanding photography opportunities and Pleasant temperatures

Book Your Kenya Bush-to-Beach Adventure

Discover Kenya’s ultimate safari circuit on this 10 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East Safari from Nairobi to the Coast, ending at the beautiful beaches of Mombasa or Diani. From the plains of Masai Mara National Reserve to the elephant herds of Amboseli National Park and the rugged wilderness of Tsavo East National Park, this safari delivers the ultimate Kenyan experience with Nova Afrika Kenya Safaris.

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Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions
  • Yes, it is designed as a classic Nairobi-to-Coast safari ending in Mombasa or Diani.

  • Yes, especially in Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Tsavo regions.

  • If traveling July–October, you may witness it in Masai Mara.

  • Most drives range between 3–6 hours depending on destination.

  • Yes, it is ideal for families, couples, and groups.

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