Amboseli · Diani · 7 days · 6 nights · Best Dec – Mar & Jul – Oct
Amboseli & Coast
The perfect best-of-both-worlds week. Start in Amboseli for the great elephant herds and Kilimanjaro at dawn, then fly to the coast for four nights of Diani's powder-white sand, warm reef-protected water and a dhow at sunset. We handle the connecting flight and every transfer so you go from game drive to beach towel without a hitch.
From $3,100 per person
Specimen itinerary for planning purposes only — not a confirmed booking document.
Logistics & transport
- Pickup
- Confirmed 24 hours before departure on WhatsApp
- Guide language
- As selected at booking
- Group
- Private / small group · max 6 guests
Where you'll stay
Lodging varies by trip — tented camp, safari lodge, beach hotel, or city hotel as your package requires. The property for this package is confirmed in writing after you book — ask us on WhatsApp if you want options before paying.
Included in your package price — exact camp, lodge, or hotel confirmed after booking.
Indicative schedule — day by day
Planned rhythm for your trip — your guide may adjust on the day for conditions, light and wildlife.
Day 1: Nairobi → Amboseli
Drive south to Amboseli. Afternoon game drive — first elephants within the hour, Kili catching the evening light.
Day 2: Kili at dawn, the marshes
Sunrise drive for clear Kilimanjaro, then the big elephant herds in the swamps. Observation Hill at sunset.
Day 3: Amboseli → Diani
Morning drive, then fly to the coast. Transfer to your Diani beachfront resort for the first toes-in-the-sand evening.
Day 4: Beach & dhow
A slow beach day, then an afternoon dhow cruise — snorkel the reef, sundowners on a sand bar.
Day 5: Kisite Marine Park
Boat trip to snorkel with turtles and dolphins, with a Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island.
Day 6: Free day on the coast
Yours to do nothing — or dive, kite-surf, or visit a coastal forest. We'll arrange whatever you fancy.
Day 7: Fly home
A last swim and breakfast, then transfer to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi.
Trip inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation (full-board safari, half-board beach)
- Internal flight Amboseli → coast + all transfers
- Amboseli park fees & game drives
- Dhow cruise & Kisite snorkel trip
- Private 4x4 + driver-guide (safari leg)
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
Trip exclusions
- International flights
- Kenya eVisa ($51)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Beach lunches, drinks & water sports
- Tips
Preparation & packing
Before you go
- This section is general Kenya travel guidance — not a substitute for official advice or your doctor.
- We confirm trip-specific details (property, pickup times, park rules) with you on WhatsApp before departure.
- Questions about Amboseli & Coast? Message us anytime — we'd rather you ask than guess.
Visa & entry
- Most visitors need a Kenya eVisa before travel — apply at evisa.go.ke and check current fees and rules.
- Passport usually needs 6+ months' validity and blank pages — verify with your airline and immigration.
- Keep a printed copy of this itinerary and your eVisa for border control.
Health
- Yellow fever certificate may be required depending on where you are travelling from — check Kenya's latest entry rules.
- Malaria prevention is commonly recommended for safari areas — ask your doctor well before you fly.
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is strongly recommended.
- Bring personal medication in original packaging.
Weather & clothing
- Safari mornings and evenings are often cooler than midday — layers work better than one heavy coat.
- Neutral colours (khaki, olive, beige) are standard for game drives.
- Rain can appear in any season — a light waterproof layer is worth packing.
- We send a short weather note for your dates once your trip is confirmed.
Packing list
- Comfortable closed shoes for walking + sandals for camp or lodge
- Sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Binoculars if you have a pair (optional — ask us if you'd like a recommendation)
- Power bank + travel adaptor (Kenya commonly uses Type G plugs, 240V)
- Soft bag often works better than a hard suitcase if your trip includes light-aircraft legs — we'll confirm luggage limits for your routing
- Some cash in USD (clean, newer bills) or KES for tips and small purchases
- Insect repellent
Money & connectivity
- Cards work in Nairobi and at many properties; cash is still useful for tips and markets.
- M-Pesa is widely used in Kenya — we can walk you through it on arrival if helpful.
- Wi‑Fi varies by property (lodge, camp, or hotel) — signal on game drives is usually limited.
- Tipping customs vary by property and guide — we share current guidelines for your trip before you travel.