10 Days Kenya Coast Safari | Tsavo, Taita Hills, Amboseli & Maasai Mara

Explore Kenya in 10 days from Mombasa or Diani, visiting Tsavo East, Taita Hills, Amboseli and Maasai Mara with private game drives and flexible fly-in options.

 

Safari Overview

This 10 Days Kenya Coast Safari is a diverse wildlife journey designed for travelers starting from Mombasa, Diani Beach, or other locations along the Kenya Coast.

The itinerary combines the vast wilderness of Tsavo East National Park, the exclusive wildlife experience of Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli National Park, and the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve.

By combining national parks with a private wildlife sanctuary, this safari offers a varied experience that goes beyond the traditional Kenya safari. Travelers can enjoy expansive savannahs, dramatic landscapes, exceptional wildlife viewing, and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The safari is suitable for couples, families, photographers, honeymooners, and first-time visitors who want to combine a Kenya Coast holiday with a comprehensive wildlife safari.

Your Journey, Your Way.

Safari Highlights

  • Start your safari from Mombasa or Diani Beach
  • Explore Tsavo East National Park
  • Experience the exclusive Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Search for elephants and predators in Amboseli National Park
  • Enjoy spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro views
  • Discover the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara National Reserve
  • Combine national parks with a private wildlife sanctuary
  • Enjoy private 4×4 game drives
  • Choose between road and selected fly-in options
  • Extend your trip with a Kenya Coast beach holiday

Safari Route

Kenya Coast (Mombasa / Diani) → Tsavo East → Taita Hills → Amboseli → Maasai Mara → Nairobi / Kenya Coast

10 Days Kenya Coast Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Mombasa or Diani to Tsavo East National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Mombasa or Diani Beach.Travel inland toward Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya's largest protected areas.After arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the park's open plains and bushland.Possible sightings include elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and antelopes.Dinner and overnight in Tsavo East.

Day 2: Full-Day Tsavo East Safari

Spend a full day exploring Tsavo East National Park.The park is famous for its vast landscapes, large elephant herds and diverse wildlife.Your game drives may focus on areas around water sources and productive wildlife habitats.Possible sightings include:Elephants Lions Leopards Buffalo Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest Hippos CrocodilesDinner and overnight in Tsavo East.

Day 3: Tsavo East to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Enjoy an early morning game drive before departing Tsavo East for Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.The sanctuary provides a different safari atmosphere, with a more intimate setting and opportunities for wildlife viewing away from the larger national park environment.Enjoy an afternoon game drive after arrival.Dinner and overnight in Taita Hills.

Day 4: Full-Day Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Spend a full day exploring Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.The area is known for its scenic landscapes, wildlife and proximity to the Taita Hills mountain range.Depending on the season and conditions, wildlife sightings may include:Elephants Buffalo Lions Leopards Giraffes Zebras Antelopes Numerous bird speciesThe private sanctuary setting can also provide a quieter and more personalized safari experience.Dinner and overnight in Taita Hills.

Day 5: Taita Hills to Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, depart Taita Hills and travel toward Amboseli National Park.As you approach Amboseli, the landscape opens into plains with spectacular views toward Mount Kilimanjaro when weather conditions are clear.Enjoy an afternoon game drive after arrival.Dinner and overnight in Amboseli.

Day 6: Full-Day Amboseli Safari

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park.The park is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and dramatic views of Mount Kilimanjaro.Wildlife may include:Elephants Lions Buffalo Cheetahs Giraffes Zebras Hippos HyenasEarly morning game drives can provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography, especially when Kilimanjaro is visible above the plains.

Day 7: Amboseli to Maasai Mara – Road or Flight

After breakfast, depart Amboseli for the Maasai Mara National Reserve.Travelers can choose between a road transfer or a flight option, depending on budget, schedule and availability.Flying significantly reduces travel time and allows more time for wildlife activities in the Mara.Arrive in Maasai Mara with an opportunity for an afternoon or evening game drive, depending on the chosen transport option.Dinner and overnight in Maasai Mara.

Day 8: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari

Enjoy a full day exploring the legendary Maasai Mara.The reserve is renowned for its high concentration of predators and large populations of plains wildlife.Look for:Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Buffalo Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest HyenasDuring the Great Migration season, the Mara can also provide opportunities to witness large herds moving through the ecosystem.Dinner and overnight in Maasai Mara.

Day 9: Maasai Mara Wildlife & Photography

Enjoy another full day of game drives in the Maasai Mara.Exploring different areas of the reserve increases your chances of encountering different wildlife and provides more time for photography.Depending on the season, optional experiences may include:Hot-air balloon safari Maasai cultural experience Extended full-day game drive Picnic breakfast or lunch in the reserveDinner and overnight in Maasai Mara.

Day 10: Maasai Mara to Nairobi or Kenya Coast

Enjoy a final morning game drive before breakfast and departure.You can choose to:Drive to Nairobi Fly to Nairobi Fly back to the Kenya Coast Continue with a beach holiday in Mombasa or DianiYour safari ends with a flexible onward travel arrangement based on your itinerary.

What’s Included

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional safari driver-guide
  • Accommodation throughout the safari
  • Park and sanctuary entry fees
  • Game drives
  • Meals according to selected accommodation
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Kenya Coast pick-up
  • Nairobi drop-off where applicable
  • Domestic flights where specifically included in the selected package

What’s Not Included

  • International flights
  • Kenya and Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Accommodation before or after the safari unless specified

Why Choose This Kenya Coast Safari?

Four Different Wildlife Experiences

This itinerary combines four destinations with distinct characteristics.

Tsavo East offers vast wilderness, open plains and famous red-dusted elephants.

Taita Hills provides a more intimate private sanctuary experience.

Amboseli combines elephants and wildlife with spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro scenery.

Maasai Mara delivers some of Kenya’s best predator and plains-game viewing.

Perfect for Coast-to-Safari Holidays

If you are already staying in Mombasa or Diani Beach, this itinerary makes it possible to add a comprehensive wildlife experience without having to return to Nairobi before beginning your safari.

Transport & Safari Experience

Your safari can be operated as a private road safari or customized with selected flight connections.

Private Road Safari

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Experienced professional driver-guide
  • Scenic overland travel
  • Flexible game-drive schedules
  • Ideal for travelers who enjoy seeing the changing landscapes of Kenya

Optional Fly-In Upgrades

Selected flights can replace longer road transfers, subject to airstrip locations and flight schedules.

This is particularly useful for:

  • Honeymooners
  • Luxury travelers
  • Families
  • Travelers with limited time
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Plan Your Kenya Coast Safari

Starting your holiday in Mombasa or Diani Beach doesn't mean you have to choose between a beach holiday and a classic Kenya safari.This 10 Days Kenya Coast Safari combines Tsavo East, Taita Hills, Amboseli and Maasai Mara into one carefully planned journey.Request a personalized safari quote and customize the route, accommodation and transport to suit your travel plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary offers a more private and intimate wildlife experience than Kenya's larger national parks, with fewer vehicles in many areas and a different style of safari environment.

 

 

 

Yes. The sanctuary supports a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras and predators, although sightings naturally vary according to season and location.

 

 

 

Yes. The itinerary can be customized. Taita Hills can be replaced with additional time in Tsavo, Amboseli or another destination depending on your interests.

 

 

 

 

Yes. The itinerary can be customized. Taita Hills can be replaced with additional time in Tsavo, Amboseli or another destination depending on your interests.

 

 

 

 

Yes, flight connections can be arranged where available. Flying is an excellent way to reduce the long road journey between the two destinations.

 

 

 

 

 

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