8 Days Kenya Odyssey to the Mombasa Coast

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel at 07:30 hrs and begin your drive to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. The first stop will be at a viewpoint of the Great Rift Valley, approximately 45 minutes from the city center, where you can take in the panoramic views for 10–15 minutes.

From there, the journey continues to Narok town for lunch. After lunch, you will drive for another 2–3 hours along a bumpy road leading to the Masai Mara, one of Kenya’s most visited parks. Arriving in the early afternoon, you will be welcomed by our attendants for check-in at your camp or lodge.

Later in the afternoon, you will embark on your first game drive in the Mara, which is essentially the northern extension of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, separated only by an artificial border. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

On this day, you will receive a wake-up call at 06:00 am, followed by breakfast at your camp or lodge. After breakfast, you will embark on a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife reserves. From the start, you’ll have opportunities to spot animals at close range, so be sure to have your cameras ready as wildlife acts naturally and unpredictably.

The Masai Mara is famous for the ‘Big Five’—lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffaloes—though spotting the more elusive members of the Big Five may require a bit of luck. The park’s animal density and diversity are unmatched, making for a truly immersive safari experience.

During the day, you will drive to the Mara River, where the annual Great Migration of wildebeest occurs. Here, lunch will be served, and guests are advised not to feed the monkeys, which are known to snatch fruits. Nearby, you may observe the hippo pool and, with luck, spot crocodiles basking on the riverbanks. Throughout the day, expect to encounter plains game including antelopes, wildebeests, zebras, and Masai giraffes, as well as scavengers such as hyenas and vultures.

After lunch, you will continue with another game drive before returning to your camp or lodge around 18:30 hrs. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the same accommodation.

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and depart for Lake Nakuru, traveling through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Along the way, there will be a short stop to enjoy a panoramic view of the Rift Valley escarpment and take photos. Continue the journey to Lake Nakuru, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge.

After lunch, check in and embark on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. The park is famous for its flamingos, which often blanket the lake in pink, as well as other bird species. During your drive, you may also encounter white and black rhinos, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, and a variety of other wildlife.

In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will depart for Amboseli National Park, driving southwest across Kenya toward the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, which borders Tanzania. The journey will take you through scenic landscapes, arriving at Amboseli past lunch hour. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch.

In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive, exploring the park which is renowned for its high concentration of wildlife, especially during the dry season. The backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro makes wildlife viewing even more spectacular.

Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Amboseli national reserve park full day

After breakfast, you will set out for multiple game drives in Amboseli National Park, carrying a picnic lunch with you. Enjoy the fresh morning breeze and the stunning scenery as you explore the park, searching for a variety of wildlife, including the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—as well as numerous bird species that inhabit the area. Throughout your game drives, take in the majestic views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.

Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

After pickup from your hotel, you will drive along the Mombasa–Nairobi Highway for approximately 100 km, with a stopover for coffee along the way. Continue for another 6 km to Tsavo East National Park, the largest park in Kenya, covering an area of 13,747 km², arriving at Bachuma.

Begin a game drive en route to Aruba Dam, a popular waterhole where animals gather to drink. Along the way, you will see notable physical attractions including the Tsavo River, Yatta Plateau (300 km²), Mudanda Rock, Lugard Falls, and the Voi seasonal River. Wildlife sightings may include red elephants, rhinos, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and many more species.

Continue your game drive as you head to Voi Safari Lodge or Ashnil Aruba Lodge, arriving around 13:00 hrs for lunch and relaxation. At 16:00, embark on another afternoon game drive until approximately 18:30, then return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will spend a full day exploring Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks with two exciting game drives. During the morning game drive, you will visit the famous Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear waters from the Chyulu Hills create a natural oasis. Here, you can observe fish, crocodiles, and hippos in their natural habitat.

Next, take a short drive through Tsavo West, known for its diverse vegetation and scenic landscapes, as you continue your search for wildlife. After lunch, you will head to Tsavo East National Park for another game drive, visiting notable landmarks such as Mudanda Rock and Aruba Dam. While exploring, you may encounter red-colored elephants, cheetahs, lions, leopards, giraffes, and buffaloes, among many other species.

In the evening, exit the park and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will depart for Mombasa to enjoy a relaxing day at the beach. This day is reserved for leisure and beach activities, allowing you to unwind and soak in the coastal scenery. Lunch will be provided, while the rest of the day is at your own pace to relax by the sea.

A Kenya Odyssey to the Mombasa Coast – 8 days