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Kenya: Masai Mara, Tsavo & Coastal Wonders
9 days, Nairobi to Mombasa
Discover the best of Kenya on this 9-day adventure from Nairobi to Mombasa. Begin in the legendary Maasai Mara on 4x4 safaris spotting Africa’s “big five” and dive into Maasai culture with a visit to a local village. Hop aboard the historic “Iron Snake” train to Tsavo for morning and afternoon safaris among red elephants and roaming wildlife. Kick back on Watamu’s sun-soaked beaches, snorkel through vibrant reefs with whale sharks and turtles, explore the ancient ruins of Gedi, and roll up your sleeves for a hands-on coastal cooking class. Wrap up in historic Mombasa with memories of wildlife, culture, and coastline adventures you’ll never forget.
9 days
Nairobi to Mombasa
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 14, Avg. 10.
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Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Nairobi/Masai Mara
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Nairobi then journey by private vehicle through the Great Rift Valley on the way to one of the most famous national parks in Africa, Masai Mara, arrive around lunch time. Head out on a visit to Masai Village and then an afternoon safari drive in the lodge's concession to search for giraffe, zebra, hyena, antelope, lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalos & elephants as you enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Masai Mara
Enjoy an early wildlife safari drive when animals are most active. Or opt for a Hot Air Balloon Safari. In the afternoon, after your picnic lunch, set off on another safari drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Masai Mara/Nairobi
In the morning leave camp and begin to travel back to Nairobi on a route that allows you to spot some wildlife as your exit the area. Stop along the way for lunch at a G Adventure-supported community project. Arrive back to Nairobi and attend an optional group dinner this evening at a nearby local restaurant.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 5Nairobi/Tsavo
Travel by train to Tsavo on a railway known as The Iron Snake, in honour of an ancient tribal prophecy attributed to the Masai, Kĩkũyũ, Kamba and Kalenjin tribes in Kenya. Enjoy a packed picnic lunch along the way. Enter Tsavo East National Park for a safari drive before an included dinner back at the lodge. Known for its vast, untouched wilderness, Tsavo is home to the iconic “Red Elephants” that bathe in the local red-dust.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Tsavo
Awake at the lodge and enjoy breakfast before a morning safari drive back into the untamed wilderness of Tsavo East National Park. Return to the lodge around lunch time and take advantage of a free afternoon to relax by the pool. Or choose to book an optional afternoon safari drive. Dinner will be had at the lodge this evening.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Tsavo/Watamu
Experience one final safari drive through Tsavo East National Park on the way to Watamu. Along the way stop for a visit to the Archaeological site of Gedi. Get settled at the hotel before an included cooking class and dinner featuring East African classic dishes popular along the coast.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Watamu
Spend a full free day in Watamu, a small coastal town in Kenya. Known for the Watamu Marine National Park and Reserve. Sandy beaches, home to seabirds, Mida Creek, sand flats, and mangrove forests. Then, choose to visit a local ocean conservation project working to protect the area. Later this afternoon, choose to book the Dhow Sunset Cruise. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 9Watamu/Mombasa
Travel to Mombasa today where the tour ends upon arrival. Please do not book onward travel prior to 3pm.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Amani Ya Juu Lunch, Nairobi
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Three safari drives in Tsavo East NP
- Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi visit
- Cooking class in Watamu
- Free time in Tsavo and Watamu
- Masai Mara National Reserve entrance and wildlife safari drives
- Masai Village Visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (6 nts), Lodge (2 nts).
Meals
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Allow USD110-145 for meals not included.
Transportation
4x4 safari vehicles, private vehicles, local train
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.