Amboseli · Tsavo · Nakuru · Mara · Coast · 12 days · 11 nights · Best Jun – Oct & Jan – Mar
12-Day Kenya Complete
If you're going to cross the world for Kenya, do it properly. Twelve days takes in the country's full range: Amboseli's elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, the wild red wilderness of Tsavo, the rhino and flamingo of the Rift Valley lakes, and the big cats and migration of the Maasai Mara — before you unwind with a beach finish on the Indian Ocean at Diani. Premium lodges throughout, a private guide, and the time to see it all without rushing. The trip of a lifetime.
From $6,400 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
South to Amboseli for the great elephant herds and Kilimanjaro at dusk.
Day 2: Amboseli
A full day beneath the mountain — the tuskers, the swamps, Observation Hill.
Day 3: Amboseli → Tsavo West
Across to Tsavo West — Mzima Springs, the lava flows, and rhino in the Ngulia sanctuary.
Day 4: Tsavo East
Into Tsavo East for the red elephants and the open plains along the Galana River.
Day 5: Tsavo → Lake Nakuru
The long scenic transfer north to Lake Nakuru. Evening drive for rhino and flamingo.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha
Morning around the lake, then to Naivasha for an afternoon boat ride among the hippos.
Day 7: Naivasha → Maasai Mara
Crescent Island walk in the morning, then west to the Mara for an afternoon drive.
Day 8: Maasai Mara
A full day in the reserve for the big cats and, in season, the migration.
Day 9: Maasai Mara
A second full day — the conservancies, a bush breakfast, an optional balloon safari.
Day 10: Mara → Diani Beach
A morning flight to the coast and transfer to your Diani beach resort. The afternoon is yours on the sand.
Day 11: Diani at leisure
A free day on the beach — a dhow cruise, the reef, or simply the pool and the sand.
Day 12: Diani → home
A final morning on the coast, then transfer to Mombasa airport for your onward flight.
Trip inclusions
- Accommodation in premium camps & lodges
- All park & reserve entry fees
- Private 4x4 · professional guide throughout
- All game drives & sundowners
- Most drinks & in-camp laundry
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
Trip exclusions
- International flights
- Kenya eVisa ($51 — we help you apply)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Optional experiences — balloon safari, private vehicle (see below)
- Premium drinks, spa & 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 12-Day Kenya Complete? 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.