If you are planning to have a perfect safari of lifetime, either in future or today, then this guide is definitely for you. I have crafted a detailed explanation of everything that you need to know before going for 3 weeks safari in Kenya, the cost, weather and even the rates that you are likely to get from the local tour operators. Depending on your intent of the safari, you will get highlight of each destination and what to expect.
Kenya is one of the leading destinations in the world to travel especially for bush and beach holidays.In addition, it has great combination of food and culture, owing to the people living in Kenya.The most common language spoke in Kenya is Swahili and English, so it is unlikely to have language barrier if you are coming from English speaking countries.
If you are from non- English speaking countries, you need not to worry. Most local tour and travel companies can organize for guides who speaks your local languages, be it French, Italy, German or Japanese.This will not only make your safari enjoyable but you will be free to even understand Kenya culture and wildlife inspirations better.
Why 3 weeks is the ideal duration for a Kenya safari
In most cases, I get friends thinking about going to Kenya for a lifetime safari but they don’t know what the ideal number of days they need looks like. In as much as there are many factors that can contribute to the choice of number of days such as budget, a 3 weeks safari means you get to cover everything that you may need while in Kenya for safari.
A 3 weeks Kenya safari is an ideal duration since it will allow you to have ample time to experience Kenya’s diverse ecosystmen without any rush.
4 Days Amboseli Pure Adventure
With the 21 Days Safari, the gap between having wildlife safari and beach vacation will be easily bridged.Whereas Most itineraries focuses on Nairobi to Masai Mara and that is the end, you definately will not have enough time to experience Kenya safari in its entiety.
In a nut shell, Kenya has over 50+ destinations to explore, both national parks and game reserves, The Big Five, Great Migration, Great Lakes, Deserts and also sandy coastlines for relaxation.
Having to fit this into a way that makes sense logistically is normally the hardest part of all.
Is 3 Weeks Kenya Safari Enough?
Are you interested in visiting all the parks found in Kenya? Well, a 3 weeks Kenya safari will definately not be anough to have it all. However, with 3 weeks for Kenya safari, you will have a chance of visiting some of the most important parks in Kenya including Masai Mara,Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Mount Kenya, Ol Pejeta, Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Diani.
3 weeks Safari in Kenya will definately have more to have than the most usual Kenya safari tours such as 5 Days Masai Mara, 7 Days Trip and even a 10 Days Kenya safari Trip.
It is an ideal duration to take home with you the best of Kenya unforgettable memories.
How Much Does a 3 Weeks Kenya Safari Tour Cost in 2026/27?
From my personal experience with hundling hundreds of safaris and offering expert advice, a typical 3 weeks Kenya safari normally costs anything between $4,000 and $15000 per person depending on the type of safari.
This amount will averange into between $200 and $700 per day with factors such as type of transport and accommodation being the key determinants of the amount to be paid.
In this guide, i will assist you to know the best way in which you can have the best experience while saving the most out of your safari budget.
Cost Breakdown by Style
Budget Camping( $4,000 -$6500)
In most cases, the budget camping safari types would in most cases focus on basic group sharing tours, transportation in overland our safari van and even basic accommodation options.
Daily Average: $150- $250 per person.
3 Weeks Cost: Up to $6,500
Inclusions: Mostly public campsites, accommodation( Basic level), Transportation in Tour Van or Overland, Meals, Game drives and a Guide.
What will bring my overall cost Down?
Group Size: The size of group that you are opting to go for safari with is one of the main determinants of the cost that you will pay for the safari.Typically, with a larger group will mean that the cost of transport is shared among all of you.Therefore, the more the group size, the lower the cost that will be transfered to you.
A Safari Lancruiser normally takes upto a maximum of 8 people in one vehicle.
Seasonality: Another factor that affects the cost in which you will pay for safari is seasonality.(July-Oct) is normally peak season and this means that most of the parks are crowded, hence high demand and low hotel availability.This is because of the Great Migration which normally happens once in a year.During this time, you are likely to pay double the amount that you will pay for accommodation during low seasons.
If you have budget constraints, i highly encourage you to opt for low and shoulder seasons when the parks are less crowded and the accommodation and park fees are more affordable.
Vehicle Choice: Choosing your means of transport appropriately would mean that you pay less for your safari.The most affordable type of transportation is a top roof van whereas for a safari jeep, you might have to add an additional $50-$100 on top.
Key Take Aways
- A 3 Weeks Kenya safari experience that starts from Nairobi, then to Masai Mara for rich Wildlife and Great Migration.After Masai Mara proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, well known for its flamingoes and White Rhino.Then Hell’s Gate,Lake Naivasha,Mount Kenya, Amboseli. Thereafter it continues to Tsavo East, West and then it ends in time at the Beach of Mombasa or Diani.
In most cases, your safari itinery will have estimates of distance between the two destinations, time it will take whether it is game drives or flight options.
Another part in the inclusions is the prices, daily activities and also suggested lodges and accommodation options during your 3 weeks safari in Kenya.
There is also Wildlife encounters, whereby you will have an highlight of what to expect in each of the destination that is in your itinerary.
Mid Range Option
A 3 Weeks Kenya mid range safari is the most popular type of safari.The mid range option typically has a more comfortable accommodation options while you will most likely be using safari jeep during your game drives.It is unlikely to miss bathroom fitted with hot showers and proper toilets in the mid range option.
Just like i stated in the budget option, you will have a full board meal plan, that is breakfast, lunch and dinner.
In order to save on mid range safari option, you can opt to have it as a group – a typical landcruiser normally takes up to 7 person per vehicle.This would mean that the overall cost of transport will have been shared by 6 people.
With the mid range accommodation options, they are more cozy and comfortable as compared to the budget options.The meals are amazing and you might get chance to be visited by the local Masai community for cultural dance.
On average, the cost of mid range safari is between $250 and $500 per person per night.
Key Takeaways
Accommodation: Mid range option normally offers accommodation in permanent tents with bathroom.In addition, there is access to amenities such as bush breakfast, swimming pool, nature walks among many others.
Vehicles/Mode of Transport: The typical type of transport in mid range safari is Landcruiser as it can easily manouver any type of terrain while offering excellent wildlife viewing from the top of its roof.
Dining: Meals are normally on full board in most cases for the mid range safari options, in a buffet style.
3 Weeks Kenya Safari At Glance
From my personal experience, a 3 weeks Kenya safari is the most ideal, slow paces safari experience for anyone who would like to immerce into Kenya without haste.I have experience 3 weeks Kenya safari more than once, that is why i can uptly share some of the tips that can make your safari to be seamless and enjoyable while keeping the budget in check.
Travel Summary
Day 1- 4: Upon arrival at the JKIA airport, Adequate Safaris guide will warmly welcome you to Kenya.Thereafter, you will proceed to Masai Mara where you will have chance for spectacular wildlife experience, multiple gamedrives and also amazing landscapes.
Day 5: Your will visit Hell’s Gate on this day.Here, you will be able to cycle among the animals inside the park.The amazing views of the Gorge will definately welcome you here as it reminds you of the popular Holywood movie Lara Croft:Tomb Ride -The Cradle of Life by Angelina Jolie which was casted here.
Day 6-7: After experiencing Hell’s Gate and Optional boat ride at Lake Naivasha, proceed to Ol Pejeta Conservancy.This is home to the endangered white rhinos, Chimpanzees offering exceptional wildlife experience that you will not get from anywhere else in Kenya.
Day 8-12: If you are into Mountain Climbing, then the next few days will be for you to acclamatize and see the beauty of Kenya from above.
Day 13-14:Explore Amboseli National Park: After exploring the Aberdares or Climbing Mount Kenya, you will proceed for another trip to Amboseli, which is known for huge tuskers at the background of Mount Kilimanjaro.Here, you will have spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro from the balcony of your rooms.
Day 15-17: After Amboseli National Park, you will be able to proceed with another safari to Tsavo East and West National Park.
Day 18-20: After the ultimate bush experience, proceed to the coastal sandy beaches of Kenya, for your choice. Explore either Diani, watamu or Malindi for beach relaxation.
Day 21: This day will be the last day of your 21 days Kenya Bush and Beach Safari experience.You will be transfered to the Airport for departure to Nairobi, for your flight back home.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Your 21 Days adventure in Kenya will begin from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.After completing with all the required immigration processes, your guide will transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for dinner and overnight as you await your Ultimate Kenya safari adventure for the next 3 weeks.
There are many accommodation options that you can opt to stay but we can reccomend some of the best in which we have had great experience with our clients.
Some of these include Emara Ole Sereni, Panari Hotel, Radisson Blue and Serena Hotels.
While at the hotel, you can freshen up, enjoy coffee or even enjoy other amenities at the hotel including swimming pool, gymn among others depending with the hotel you have been booked to.If your itinerary indicates that you will be arriving in the morning, it will be perfect as after relaxation, you can have chance of exploring Nairobi, including David Sheldric, Giraffe Centre,Matatu Culture and even Nairobi city tour.
The entrance fee for David Sheldrick is $20 per person, but you also need to pay for the National Park fee since the Orphanage is located inside Nairobi National Park.
The David Sheldrick Orphanage normally opens just one hour daily, between 11:00-12:00 pm.This is just a lifetime experience as you will be able to see baby elephants being fed with milk, as they play on the mud.
Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
At around 7- 8 am in the morning, your dedicated tour guide from Adequate Safaris will be at the hotel ready to pick you up for Masai Mara.
It normally takes 5-6 hours from Nairobi to Masai Mara, with stop overs at Great Rift Valley view point and possibly Narok town.
You will arrive at your lodge at 2pm or thereabout. From my experience, it is always adviced that you have accommodation inside the park and at the conservancies, just near the main reserve.
While at Masai Mara, we stayed at Fairmont Masai Mara which is located at the Ol Choro Oiroiwa Conservancy which is found in the Northwestern part of Masai Mara.We were able to do night game drives, visit Rhino sanctuary which is an added advantage as compared if we had booked for lodge outside the park.
It also allows for night game drives which is an experience of its own, definately something you will never forget.
The experience was great for photography and the side of park was less crowded, meaning better experience on wildlife viewing.With all the experience that we took home with us, the only downside was that the hotel was quite pricier. In my opinion, i would reccomend booking earlier enough since most of the hotels inside park and in the conservancies get fully booked fast as from June.
If you are booking your stay through local operator, you can seek advice to see option of Pay 3 Stay 4 as most of the hotels also have those options, which is a plus for you.
If in case you are budget sensitive, then i reccomend to have Maisha Mara or Emaiyan Luxury Camp as options as they are some of the best just close to the Masai Mara gate (7-10 minutes drive).The approximate cost is $250 nightly yet they offer ultimate luxury experience.
NB: Once you have booked accommodations on Full Board, it means that you will enjoy breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at the hotel.For All Inclusive option, there is option of select alcoholic drinks and beers that will be availed during your stay.
| Category | High Season(Per 12hrs) | Low Season(Per 12 Hours) | Notes |
| Adult (Non-Resident) | $200 | $100 | |
| Child (9–17 years) | $50 | $50 | |
| Child (0–8 years) | Free | Free |
After lunch, you can opt to relax for few hours then head out for your first game drive at 4.00pm.This is actually the best time to spot wildlife since the temperature has cooled down making the animals to be more active.
On your first game drive, your guide will drive though the vast savannah plains while in search of wildlife such as lions, leopards and herds of elephants.
If in case you are planning to visit Kenya for safari between July and August, it will be a great oppotunity for you to witness the great migration, where by millions of Wildebeests cross Mara river in search of pasture.
While on game drive, from my experience, you will stay until when the sun touches down, showcasing golden sky on the vast savannah.This is an ideal time for you to have sundowner while refreshing the encounters you have made so far and the best part is that it is just but the begining!
The park gates normally closes at 6pm.You will exit as you are driven to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
If time allows or you are still in good shape, you can opt to go for bonfire and catch up with other travelers while doing one or two beers.In some of the hotels, you will get to be entertained by the local masai men and women. This is the interesting bit in your 3 weeks Kenya safari.
Thereafter, return to your room for overnight.
Day 3: Masai Mara Full Day
On this day, plan earlier so that you can rise very early in the morning for a full day game drive.The morning hours are normally ideal as its the best time to spot predators hunting for their prey before the sun gets hotter.
Ensure that you have your breakfast packed so that you can have it in the bush, we normally call it Bush Breakfast.The morning hours is always ideal for spectacular sunrise views and i would reccomend visiting Musiera swamp during the morning hours.
Later on, return to the lodge for Lunch and late in the morning an thereafter relaxation.In as much as most people opt for full game drive and packed lunch, others prefers to have morning and evening game drives only.
In most of the cases in the park, the animal rests in the afternoon due to escape the mid day hot sun.
An optional activity that i can reccomend in the afternoon is to visit a nearby Masai village for cultural tour.The normal charges are $20-$30 for visit whereby the Masais will show your their homes, how the light fire and also the cultral dances( Jumping so high- be prepared to join them)
At around 4pm, resume your game drives.During this time, have your camera ready for abundant wildlife.While in Mara, you will be able to witness thousands of Wildebeest, Hundreds of elephants among othe animals.If lucky, you will witness Leopard or cheetah hunting for its prey.
Evenings in Mara is just in another world for photography.This is the time that most animaks become active again.
At around 6pm, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Masai Mara
First thing in the morning even before sunrise you will be on the road as you drive across the vast topi plains, which is a perfect places for scanning wildlife over the open plains.If you are a bird lover, then you will witness different varieties of birds during every move.
If in case you are a bird lover, then you definately will come across hundreds of birds including lillac breasted rollers, secretary birds, crowned cranes among others.This time is just the perfect one for photography, carrying home unlimited memories of Masai Mara with you.
If in case you are in a conservancy, you can opt to have night game drives, just after dinner.This is a great oppotunity to spot aardwolves, genets, white tailed mangoose and porcupines.
If you are not inside the park, you will not be allowed to go on night game drives inside the National Reserve.
If you are planning for safari in Masai Mara, Here as some of the essentials that you might consider to carry along:
- Light Weighed Natural Coloured Clothings
- A Warm Fleece or a Jacket
- Swim wear
- Hat or a Cap
- Sun Glasses
- Mosquito Repellant
- Re-usable water bottle
- Power bank
Day 5: Masai Mara to Hell’s Gate
First thing in the morning, wake up very early and proceed for game drive before the sun rises. Thereafter, return to the lodge for breakfast and check out.At around 8 am, leave Masai Mara for Hell’s Gate, a jouney which will take approximately 5 hours and is 250 km for Masai Mara National Reserve.
As you exit the park, the terrain is rough and expect it to be bumpy, at time dusty.Once you get to join the main highly, it becomes paved until you get to Hell’s Gate National park.
You will arrive at Lake Naivasha at 2 pm, just in good time to have lunch.Thereafter, you will have lunch an a nearby restaurant, the proceed to Hell’s Gate in Naivasha.
Hell’s Gate Park Entrance Fees
| Category | Entry Fee | Notes |
| Non Resident | $50 | Hell’s Gate is known for cycling |
| Kid(3-17yrs) | $25 | All year |
| Kid(0-2yrs) | Free |
Hell’s Gate is one of the best parks in Kenya reknowned for its sceneries.While at Hell’s Gate, you will experience red cliffs, Gorges as well as geothermal steam evensts.
At Hell’s Gate, it is very safe and there are no predetors that can scare you off.Here, you can just rent a bike at small fee then cycle along the dusty roads of Hells Gate for about 7km, in between the amazing gorges.This is amazing place for photography and creating memorable experiences.
The name ‘Hells Gate’ comes from the geothermal springs which you will notice from its activities once you are inside the park.
At around 5pm, its now time for wrapping your adventure as the park closes at 6pm.
The driver will be standby waiting for you then transfer you to your pre-booked lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Lake Naivasha is a fresh water lake known for its serene environment, hippos and also amazing accommodations by the shores of the lake.
We visited Lake Naivasha with a small team and honestly speaking you definately create good memories while there.There are a lot of activities such as boat riding, a visit to crescent island or even nature walks.
As the night falls, you will definately enjoy the snorts of hippos that normally comes out at night.
Day 6:Lake Naivasha to Ol Pejeta
Before you leave Lake Naivasha, i would reccomend that you do morning boat ride.This is a one hour activity whereby you enjoy a guided boat safari with guides to the crescent island.Lake Naivasha is home to many hippos, as you are doing the boat ride , you will see their ears as they pop out of water.
As you move past the hippos,there are countless waterbirds such as cormorants, pelicans and kingfishers as they are hovering around.
Incase you have some time, you can visit crescent island, one of the mini island inside the lakes.
After the ride, you can proceed to the hotel for breakfast then check out as you embark on your next safari adventure.
Ol pejeta conservancy is about 5 hours ride from Lake Naivasha, and is 213 kilometers away.After check out you will arrive at Ol Pjeta just in time for lunch.Ol Pejeta is a 360 square conservancy and has Kenya’s great conservation stories.
Once you get to the gate, you will be briefed on the rules of the park as this is a very big area with both black and white rhinos.
Park Entry Fees for Ol Pejeta Conservancy
| Category | Entry Fee | Notes |
| Adult(Non -Resident) | $110 | All access fee |
| Child(3-17 years) | $55 | All year round flat rate |
| Student | $32 | Must have valid student ID |
| Chil(0-2 years) | FREE | No entry fee charged |
In the afternoon, you can enjoy your lunch if in case you will be arriving later, thereafter you can proceed for the afternoon game drives inside the conservancy.
Your first part of the game drive will be the chimpanzee sanctuary, which is the only place in Kenya where you can find chimpanzees that have been rescued from poaching in West and central Africa.
At Ol Pejeta, you are likely to come across plenty of plains game such as the Zebras,Thompsons Gazelles,Jacksons hartebeest and herds of buffallo.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is the home to Big Five, including a strong population of the predators – here you can see pride of lions relaxing under the tree or even a pack of wild dogs if in case you will be extremely lucky.
Later in the afternoon, you can focus on the main attraction inside the Ol Pejeta- the Rhinos.They are easily spottable as they graze in the open fields.
The Ol Pejeta conservancy is a huge park which is well known for the last two remaining white rhinos in the planet which is kept under close monitoring 24/7 by the armed guards.
As the sun sets, you can visit the pelican dam or just a nearby water hole, where you can see the animals by the waterhole.Later on you can go to your pre-booked accommodation in Ol Pejeta for dinner and overnight stay.
A classic mid range hotel option for Ol Pejeta is the Sweetwaters Serena, which is a tented camp that overlooks the waterhole inside the park.The nights at Ol Pejeta are so brilliant.This is because you are near the Equator so you will be able to see constellations from both hemispheres.
Day 7: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
On this day, you will wake up early in the morning and have breakfast at the lodge before setting out on a full day game drives in Ol Pejeta Consrvancy.The Ol Pejeta is not only the hub of wildlife viewing but also a place for conservation innovation.
In my experience, having a morning session to track the rhino is the best thing that one can undertake.This excursion is normally pre-arranged and it costs 60USD per person.
With the help of rangers, you will be able to learn a lot from this experience, from how to identify rhino signs and if you are lucky, you will see the black rhinos in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon, you will return back to the hotel for lunch and perhaphs a short afternoon rest.Thereafter, return for another game drive as you explore more consrvation projects.In the middle of your trip, you can arrange for a stop over at the canine anti poaching unit( normally arranged at a small fee).
In the evening, as the day cools off, your guide will take you for another memorable experience, at the waterholes where the animals normally go to drink water.The sundowner drinks are also allowed and are normally charged $20 as you are enjoying the African sunsets with amazing views of elephants, bufallo and antelopes as they come to drink water.
Later in the evening, return to the Lodge( Sweetwaters Serena Camp) for dinner and overnight stay.Normally, dinner are served under the stars.You can sit by the bonfire listening to the sounds of the African nights.
Day 8:Ol Pejeta to Mount Kenya
Today will be your last day at Ol Pejeta conservancy, and you will bid goodbye as you head towards Nanyuki for the Sirmon Gate.
The trip will take approximately 2.5 hours by car and you will be able to join other hikers for an epic mount Kenya hiking experience.
Your registration for entry is normally done by your local guide or tour operator.From Sirmon Gate, you will have to make your way up to the Old Moses Hut- which is also reffered to as Judmaier Camp.
Notably, this is a 4 hours trek on a fairly steep terrain up inside the forest where you might come across elephants, some buffaloes and even bushbacks and baboons.
In Summary:
Total Distance: 9 kilometers.
Duration:4-5 hours
Elevation: 600m
Difficulty:Easy to Moderate
Day 9: Mount Kenya Climbing
On the second day of your mount Kenya expedition, you will hike from Old Moses Hut all the way to Shipton Hut which is around 4200m above sea level through to Mackinder Valley.
Immediately after having your breakfast ,you will leave, at around 7;30 am as it is the best time since weather can change at anytime throughout the day.On this day, the hike is generally gradual.There is only one part which is steeper, the rest are not steep.
You will arrive by mid afternoon.
Summary
Distance to be covered:14 Kilometers.
Time for Trail: 7 hours
Elevetion Gain: 950m
Difficulty: Moderate
Day 10: Acclimatization Hike
Today you will climb from Shiptons to Hausberg then return to Shiptons.With this short climb, you will have an improved acclamatization as you are awaiting the last day of summit.At times, this day is skipped depending with how you feel and also your oxygen level in the blood.
In Summary
Distance to cover:7 kilometers.
Time for trail:5 Hours
Elevetion Gain:350m
Difficulty Level:Moderate
Day 11:Mount Kenya Summit & Descent
Today, you will have a start at 2:30 am to point lenana where you will be summiting at 4985m above the sea level.Due to the weather and poor lighting, it will take approximately 3-4 hours for a stretch of 4km.The aim for today is to be at the summit before sunrise.
This is the most extraordinary landscape and you will have breakfast at Hall Tarns then proceed to Meru Mount Kenya lodge which is near Chogoria gate.
This is a long day as you will be covering close to 14km and it takes 7 hours with reward being a hot shower and supper infront of your lodge.
The total of time you will be walking is approximately 12 hours.
Day 12: Mount Kenya to Nairobi
Immediately afterhaving breakfast, you will have another walk of 10km through the forest.You will meet your drive for another trip to Chogoria town.
From here, you will have a road transfer to Nairobi, which takes approximately 4 hours to spend another night before proceeding to Amboseli.
Our best spot that i can reccomend for a night in Nairobi is at Radisson as it is centrally located with good rooms.
Day 13: Nairobi to Amboseli
Today you will wake up early in the morning for breakfast then check out for another trip to Amboseli, the best elephant national park in the world.
From Nairobi to Amboseli is a distance of 240km and it will take you approximately 5 hours.
| Category | Entry Fee(24hours) | Short Notes |
| Non-resident Adult | $90 | Amboseli is a premier park. |
| Student | $50 | You must have Student ID |
| 0-2 Years | Free |
Amboseli is a one rate full year irregardless of the season.If in case time allows, or you arrive in time, you can proceed for a short game drive.
The difference that you will notice from Mara is that Amboseli is all about open grass plains with views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the backgrounds.
Despite the fact that you might be fatigued from the long trips, you will ultimately be rewarded with Amboselis huge herds of elephants.At around 5pm, you will notice the elephants trekking across the plains towards the marshes with the backdrops of Mount Kilimanjaro.
As the evening approaches, you will exit the park and check in at your pre-booked accommodation at Kibo Safari Camp Amboseli.
At the hotel, expect to have extended buffet as Kibo provides oppotunity to make your own pizza.Afterwards, you can relax by the fireplace and enjoy bonfire while enjoying a glass of wine.
Day 14:Amboseli National Park
While in the morning, wake up to the sunriseover Kilimanjaro with clear sunrise( Normally the views of Kilimanjaro is clear in the morning hours, they get covered with clouds after the morning hours)
At around 6.30pm , head out for game drives to catch the big elephant families on their morning moves.
The elephants in Amboseli are known for big size and also long tusks and at this time you can see them bathing in the soil.( A great one for instagram photos.)
Apart from from the elephants of Amboseli, you can also find gazelles, impalas, gazelle and warthog.The morning game drives is also the best time that you can spot the predetors looking for their prey.
The afternoons are normally the best time to relax or dip yourself inside the pool.Afterwards, proceed for another game drive at around 3-4pm.
You can opt to visit the Observation Hill, a view point inside the park.Here, you will have a panoramic view of Amboseli wetlands which is dotted with wildlife.
Later in the evening, enjoy your final night on safari with dinner at the lodge.
Day 15:Amboseli to Tsavo East National Park
Today, you will be up early in the morning for Tsavo West National Park.The driver will be standby at the hotel for a pickup.The drive to Tsavo East normally takes 3 hours and is approxmately 150km on mostly paved roads.
You will arrive at Amboseli in the mid day, in time for lunch.
| Category | Entry Fee | Notes |
| Adult(Non-resident) | $80 | |
| Student | $40 | |
| Kids(0-2 years) | FREE |
Both Tsavo East and West have same park fees all year round.In the afternoon, proceed to Tsavo West National Park.After check in, you will have lunch then proceed for the afternoon game drives.
You can start with Mzima springs, which is the highlight of the park.
Mzima springs is one of the series of lush springs producing millions of litres of water that feeds Tsavo river.There is an underwater viewing spot where you can spot hippos and giant nile crocodiles through the glass.
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Afterwards, proceed for a short drive to rhino sanctuary if the time will permit.
Due to thick vegetation, it is not guaranteed to see the rhinos but you might be lucky as the sun sets.Still, you will be able to spot plenty of animals including giraffe, bufallo and elephants.While on game drive, look for the famous maneless lions of Tsavo and also leopards which are mostly found around the rocky outcrops.
As the sun sets, you can opt to climb the viewpoint to enjoy the sunset from the bush.Later check in to your Tsavo West Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Some of the best lodges that i can reccomend is Severin Safari camp and Voyager Ziwani Camp located at the edge of the park.
Enjoy the night under Tsavo’s skies.
Day 16:Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
Early in the morning, Leave Tsavo west for Tsavo East National Park.The drive will take3 hours covering approximately 90km.
At around mid day, you will arrive at Tsavo East and enter the park through Mayani or Voi Gate.Later in the afternoon after lunch,you will start your first game drive of the day.Tsavo East is magnificiently huge and flat park that is bisected by the Galana River.
Another must see while in Tsavo East National Park is the Lugard falls which in the Galana river.If time allows, i would reccomend that you have a stop over and break from the car.
One of the noticable things about Tsavo is the rich reddish soil which elephants normally dust-bathe in thus giving them a red -coated look.
Some of the reasons as to why they bath on the dust is because it acts as natural sunscreen and also acts as insect repellant.
One fascinating thing about Tsavo is that it is the home to more than 10000 elephants which are clustered into groups of 50 or more.
Unlike other parks, Tsavo East is not overly crowded with vehicles. You will be able to see Zebras, impalas, Ostritches as they cross the vast plains.
Later on you can visit Aruba dam, one popular waterhole spot where animals comes to drink water.
It is important to keep eyes on the predators as well.This is because Tsavo has historically been known for the man eaters lions and has a reputation of not having manes.
You can also watch for the long necked antelope standing on 2 legs to browse and also fringe eared oryx with its long spear like horns.Late in the afternoon, the lightings turn into beautiful on the Tsavo horizons.
At around 6pm, you can now head out of the park to your lodge if in case you are staying inside the park.
If in case you are staying inside the park, i reccomend that you have your lodge booked at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, which typically costs around $160 per night.
Here, you will have chance to enjoy your dinner while overlooking the wilderness, an experience which is unforgettable by itself.
Day 17: Tsavo East National Park
First thing in the morning be out and head out to the open plains then at the base of Yatta platieau for a sense of scale that you will not forget.
You can opt to have a pause at the Mudanda rock for a short sighted viewpoint,a long granite ridge where the animals would normally visit to drink water at the waterholes.
While in the park, keep your eyes on the thickets as you might have chance to spot the lesser Kudu and dik diks and also on the ground you might come across the cheetah as they hide behind low- termite mounds as they are on the look for their prey.
If in case you are a bird lover, then you can watch over for the eagles hovering in the air, or listen to rosy-patched bush-strikes.
Later in the afternoon, you may opt to have a short mid day break then you can roll out for seasonal water pans as well as the Kanderi style wetlands where most of the herds would normally hide as the heat eases.
As the evening approaches, it is best time for you to return so you end the drive near a safe rocky outlook for the sunsets as it sets just behind the baobabs.
Galaxies in Tsavo is just another amazing experience.
Day 18:Tsavo East to Diani Beach
Early in the morning, it is the best time to bid farewell to the Tsavo elephants as you drive to the Coast.The drive normally takes around 4 hours by car covering around 188km.You will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon in Diani, a reknowned place widely reffered to as the Jewel of Kenya Coastline.
Some of the highly reccommended accommodation options includes Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel on all inclusive basis.It costs around $137 per night.
Some of the key highlights in the lodge includes a large pool with simming pool bar, water sports and also huge buffets of both local and international cuisines.
So once you have been checked in, proceed for lunch and then its time to relax.If you feel not tired , you can opt for water sports activities.
Alternatively, just relax under the coconut palm tree with a good book or just enjoy a nap by the pool.Belive it or not, ending your trip at the beach is worth it, especially after having to wake up pretty early for the past few days.
As the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, you can opt for a golden hour walk along the beach where you will be able to see fisherment pulling in their dhows.
As the night falls, enjoy your swahili cuisine dinner at the restaurant.
Day 19:Diani Beach
On this day, you will be able to wake up early by the sounds of ocean and also rustling palm fronds.On this day you will be free to enjoy your full day just by the ocean.
In my opinion, i reccomend snorkeling to the nearby Kisite- Mpunguti Park which is also reffered to as the “Blue Safari”.
Here, you will be able to snorkel just by the neon-coloured fish and perhaps the turtles, the coral grounds are just unforgettable experience.
If indeed snorkeling is not your thing, then another alternative to try is scuba diving and there are spots such as Galu reef which is definately an amazing spot for Scuba Diving.
The mornings by the beach is also another best way to just walk by the beach and experience the breeze.
By nor, i am certain that you have been able to notice that Diani offers a different vibe in totality.Later in the afternoon, why not delve into pampering yourself?
If time allows, you can take a Tuk Tuk to the Kazuri beads factory whereby women creates an art through jewellery.
It is also important to note that majority of hotels in Diani also have option of hosting berbercue dinners just by the beach or even live bands.
Day 20: Diani
In the morning hours, start slow with sunrise walk.The beach at this time of the day is clear and the sandy Diani beach is calm.
At this time, you may opt to enjoy stand up pabble boarding on the lagoon with hoigh tides.As the waters drops, walk out to the powdery watery white sands as the water fills to your ankles.
As the afternoon approaches, head out to the Galu beach and learn kite lessons.
Afterwards, you can go back to Diani and enjoy learning the Swahili cooking class including the difference between Pilau and Biryani.
As the evening approaches, head out to the Beach bar for amazing sundownsers as you watch dhows gliding along the reef.
You can opt to book for you dinner at nearby restaurant which are well known for sea food, salty squid for a laid back grill right in the sand.
Day 21: Diani to Nairobi
Early in the mornings, enjoy your stay as you mark end to your 3 weeks Kenya safari.
If in case the sun comes up early, you can opt to have early morning beach walk.The check out time at the hotel is normally not too early.Later in the afternoon, check out and head out to the Ukunda Airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi or directly to Jomo Kenyatta Airport of you have your flights on the same day.
It is important to align with your home flight hours so that you make your way into the airport early enough.You will be at Nairobi in the afternoon, making the end to your 3 weeks Kenya Safari tour.
