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7 Night Kenya Eco Lodge Safari and Beach Experience

Highlights

  • Explore the exquisite wildlife of Kenya through day and night game drives
  • Experience game walks with local guides
  • Expand your cultural knowledge with a local Taita tribe village visit
  • Relax and enjoy the beautiful Mombasa coast
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What you'll do

Overview

Explore the best of Kenyan wildlife and culture on this unforgettable safari and beach holiday. Discover majestic wildlife in Tsavo West National Park such as lions, elephants, hippos and giant crocodiles, then take time to slow down on the beaches of the south coast. With pure white sand and crystal-clear water, this region is perfect for ultimate relaxation after the thrill of world-class safari.

Summary :

Day 1 – Arrival – overnight Nairobi

Day 2  – Train Nairobi – Voi – overnight Tsavo

Day 3 – Overnight Tsavo

Day 4 – Train Voi – Mombasa – Overnight Vipingo

Day 5, 6, 7 – Overnight Vipingo

Day 8 – Departure

You’ll be able to focus all your efforts on simply drinking in the incredible spectacles that unfold hour by hour, minute by minute as you explore one of the world’s most beautiful countries. This is all thanks to our expert hosts and guides who will take care of all your transfers and admin for you, leaving you to fully embrace this cultural and wildlife experience in vibrant Kenya,.

Your adventure begins when you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi where you will be met by one of our local hosts who will take you directly to your first accommodation, where you will have the chance to rest and recuperate after your long journey.

From there you will explore the vast, beautiful Tsavo West National Park for two days, with a luxurious tented camp as your base. Put any notions of bare bones camping out of your mind however, as this safari camp helps you stay in the wilderness in total comfort, where you can relax by the pool, watching elephants wallow in a nearby watering whole, Mount Kilimanjaro looming in the distance.

The National Park is home to a diverse range of Kenyan wildlife, including the iconic African big 5  (lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos and elephants). The park is situated in a remote spot of the Taru Desert and can be known as  the “Land of Lava, Springs, Man-eaters and Magical Sunsets”. It is one of the outstanding protected areas in Kenya and provides a vital home for a flourishing ecosystem of many carnivores and herbivores.

During your time here, you will have the opportunity to witness the bush wildlife on game drives and  on guided walks with locals, in the hope of catching a glimpse of all of these stunning animals in their natural habitat.

We wouldn’t want you returning home from your wildlife holiday feeling as though it’s been all go however. After your time in Tsavo West, you will spend three days in Mombasa South to unwind on beaches straight out of paradise. You’ll stay in a truly beautiful beach side resort which tastefully plays homage to the local Swahili culture of the area, where you can either relax completely, or enjoy scuba diving, kite surfing or take a trip out on a traditional dhow to explore the coastline.

*From per person price based on travel for 2 people between 1st November – 15th December 2024. For larger groups or solo travellers please enquire directly to hello@nitgb.com

Welcome to Nairobi

Land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be met directly by your host and taken to your beautiful Nairobi hotel.

Here you can relax and recuperate after a long journey, and enjoy a good night sleep to prepare for the adventure ahead!

Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel

Meals: none

 

 

Take the Train to Voi

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to SRG Station for your train to Voi, departing at 8am. This eco-friendly way of travelling comfortably across the country will have you zipping through glorious countryside, and then into stunning wilderness as you pass by dramatic hillsides and endless expanses of savannah.

As the train leaves the city, the landscape gradually changes from urban to rural, with green fields and small villages dotting the countryside. The train passes through the rolling hills of the Great Rift Valley, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The journey continues through Tsavo National Park, one of Kenya’s largest game reserves, where passengers can catch glimpses of elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. The train makes occasional stops at small stations along the way, giving passengers the opportunity to stretch their legs and explore the local area.

As the train approaches Voi, the scenery becomes more rugged and mountainous, with towering cliffs and rocky outcrops providing a dramatic backdrop to the journey.

The train takes around 4 hours, so on arrival at 12pm you will be greeted by your camp driver guide and transferred to your park camp where you will have a chance to relax, before enjoying lunch with a view of the plains and distant mountains.

The afternoon is your to enjoy. Explore the area, take a swim, or relax in your luxurious safari tent as you prepare to spend your next couple of days heading out into the wilderness to spot Kenya’s magnificent wildlife.

Accommodation: Kipalo Hills

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Explore Tsavo West National Park

Today will be spent exploring Tsavo West National Park, famous for the numerous prides of mane-less lion that patrol the plains. The park also boasts vast herds of dust-red elephants, fat pods of hippo, giant crocodile, teeming herds of plains game, a fantasia of bird life and vibrant flora. Look no further if you are a wildlife lover!

The day typically starts early, with a wake-up call before sunrise. After a quick breakfast, you will hop in a safari vehicle with a trained guide and head out into the park. As you drive through the savannah and acacia woodlands, your guide will point out the various wildlife and bird species that call Tsavo West home, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, and buffalo.

Sunrise is an incredibly beautiful time to head out into the park, not only thanks to the soft dawn light, but also thanks to the fact that animals often become active in the early morning, and it’s not entirely unusual to hear the distant roar of a lion echoing across the plains.

During your time at the park you can enjoy night game drives, game walks with local guides and a cultural visit to local Taita tribe villages. Relax with the opportunity for sundowners, a bush bath and with complementary soft drinks, wine and beer.

Accommodation: Kipalo Hills

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Mombasa South

After exploring Tsavo National park you will be transferred by train to Mombasa at 12:00pm to arrive at 14:00pm. Meet your host at the station and travel to your hotel paradise on the South Coast.

The South Coast is famous for it’s endless white sand beaches and rich turquoise water along with a colourful history to delve into. From the 19th century onwards, Indian and Arab traders mingled with the indigenous population to create the unique Swahili culture, much of which still survives until this day.

The remains of many early Swahili settlements dot the coastline, the most significant being the 15th century Gedi ruins south of Malindi, while Lamu town has been designated a World Heritage Site due to its significance as a Swahili Centre.

The coast also boasts unique and diverse habitats, both in maritime and terrestrial national parks and reserves. Highlights include: Mombasa Old Town, Lamu, Gedi among others.

Accommodation: Cardamom House Resort

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Mombasa South

Spend these days at your leisure. Get lost in a book with the crystal waters lapping at your feet and the sun beaming on your skin or explore the culture in greater depth.

You could head out scuba diving and discover the rich marine wildlife hiding in the technicolour coral, or for those on the hunt for a little more adrenaline, skim across the waves on a kiteboard.

There’s also the opportunity to hire a dhow, a traditional sail boat typical to the local area, and a wonderful way to get a new perspective of this glorious section of coast.

Accommodation: Cardamom House Resort

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Departure

Enjoy your last breakfast at the house before a morning transfer to Moi International Airport. Leave the hotel feeling refreshed and relaxed after a truly memorable Kenyan adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

 

What's included

Included

  • Airport transfers
  • 7 nights accommodation
  • Tamarind Tree Hotel, Nairobi BB*
  • Kipalo Hills, Tsavo FB* bottled water, tea, coffee, sodas, house wines, beer and non luxury spirits
  • Cardamom House, Vipingo HB*
  • All national park entrance/conservation fees
  • Train Nairobi - Voi - Mombasa
  • Game drives
  • All excursions included in the itinerary
  • Airstrip transfers in camp 4-wheel vehicles at Kipalo
  • Night game drives in Kipalo
  • Game walks with local guides in Kipalo
  • Sundowners in Kipalo
  • Cultural Taita tribe villages in Kipalo
  • *BB - Breakfast included
  • *HB - Breakfast and dinner included
  • *FB - Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Accommodation

Tamarind Tree Hotel (or similar)

Located 5km southwest of the City within the spacious Carnivore grounds. Within a radius of 6km you can visit the Nairobi National Park, Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre and David Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary

The nearby suburbs are among Nairobi's liveliest and most popular with world-class shopping malls, and restaurants.

The hotel has an onsite restaurant, bar and coffee shop, gym and a 20-metre outdoor pool to enjoy.

Kipalo Hills (or similar)

Perched on the side of the Mbulia Hills, Kipalo Hills enjoys fantastic views looking out across the 12,000 hectares Mbulia Conservancy towards Ngulia Hills and Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.

A true authentic safari experience with a comfortable camp with delicious, fresh innovative cuisine, 5 double mobile tents and 1 luxurious suite built to take the best advantage of the beautiful expansive views across the plains. Kipalo Hills was built with the people and for the local community to benefit from protecting the resident wildlife, especially of elephant.

Cardamom House (or similar)

Cardamom House is your perfect beach hideaway presented in 4 Villas (10 rooms) with elegant Swahili-inspired architecture, afro-chic interiors and a private white-sand, blue water beach lined with palm trees.

Its location, Kuruwitu, Vipingo, is home to Kuruwitu Marine Area, the first locally managed marine park in Kenya, stretching 7.5 miles protecting marine life while sustainably supporting almost 30,000 villagers.

There is a swimming pool with shaded sunbathing areas, over 14 different dining spots, a wine cellar and a fire pit with lounge.

Available activities on site include Water sports: swimming, snorkeling, diving, canoe tours, SUP, windsurfing, guided snorkeling tours and reef walks, Horseback riding & deep-sea fishing, outdoor fitness center on the beach. massages.

Your local host

Annie

Attention to detail and a flawless organization lie at the heart of a service that builds bridges between the guest and the extraordinary natural spectacle that unfolds during any tour or event. We seek to cultivate a sense of harmony in every task we are commissioned to do. And it is a source of pride when our clients return and choose “our” destinations and services for the second or third time!

Attention to detail and a flawless organization lie at the heart of a service that builds bridges between the guest and the extraordinary natural spectacle that unfolds during any tour or event. We seek to cultivate a sense of harmony in every task we are commissioned to do. And it is a source of pride when our clients return and choose “our” destinations and services for the second or third time!

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Location

Your luxury safari and beach holiday with take you first to a conservancy on the edges of Tsavo National Park, where magnificent scenery and an abundance of wildlife species can be seen including the famous red elephants who are dusted in the rich red earth of Tsavo. The conservancy was established on land once inhabited by many species of wildlife and trees,  which due to poaching, deforestation and no real guardianship, had become a waste land. The conservancy has established and supports projects to educate, train and employ local villagers as well as to maintain and grow the conservancy area where wildlife and vegetation are now flourishing! $60 per person per night of the lodge fees of every booking goes directly to the conservancy projects and whilst you are here, if you wish you can see them in action.

Your stay in Mombasa the port town which was once the capital of east Africa, will be on the white sandy beaches of the South Coast, in a secluded and luxurious boutique hotel which also has very high sustainability values and works closely with the local community to ensure the local economy benefits from everyone who stays there. Luxury, style and comfort are not compromised in any way and you can relax and enjoy the delicious fresh local produce and bask on the white sandy beaches and in the turquoise blue sea.

FAQs

Do I need a visa?

All nationals will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter Kenya.

The current cost of which is US$ 30 per person per entry.

These can be applied for up to 3 months prior to arrival but not less than 3 days prior to arrival.

When is the best time to go?

The climate is hot and sometimes humid. From December to March, when the north-east monsoon blows, it is hot and humid. In April and May heavy rains occur with June to October being the coolest and driest period. The rains slow in November. Temperatures sway between 25 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius and annual rainfall is about 20mm.

What bags should I use to pack?

Baggage is restricted to 15kg per person on the domestic flights within East Africa.

Soft-sided luggage or duffels are preferable to hard luggage for storage on safari vehicles and on aircraft used within Africa.

Large suitcases of dimensions greater than 24" x 17"x 7" are impossible to store in vehicles and on aircraft, therefore they should not be used.

(Baggage and personal effects are at owner's risk throughout the tour and baggage insurance for members is strongly recommended).

Can we stop for shopping trips?

Driver/Guides will only stop at the shops/curios stall which are recommended by our hosts.

They provide escorts at no extra cost to accompany guests on shopping trips so as to help with recommendations.

Can children join this trip?

Yes children are welcome but please note children under 7 years old are not permitted in the majority of tented camps.

Anyone over the age of 12 is considered an adult.

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