Everything about this journey
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About this journey
Experiences
Travel style
- Honeymoon & Romantic Safari
- Tailor-made Safari
Transport and guiding
Private safari 4x4 for the wildlife section plus scheduled/private transfer to Diani; domestic flights optional.
Your safari itinerary
A clear daily flow so you know how the journey unfolds from departure to the final experience.
Nairobi to Masai Mara – first game drive
Masai Mara National Reserve
Travel to the Mara and begin an afternoon safari across open plains for big cats, elephant, buffalo, giraffe and grazing herds.
Your detailed programme begins with a guide briefing covering the day's route, expected travel time, activity conditions and any park or conservation-area procedures. Keep cameras, binoculars, sun protection and a light layer accessible rather than packed away, because useful sightings or scenic stops can begin before the main destination is reached.
The Masai Mara is one of Kenya's richest big-game landscapes, with open grassland, drainage lines, riverine woodland and rolling plains supporting lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, giraffe and large herds of grazers. From roughly the middle of the year into the northern dry season, parts of the wider ecosystem may also hold migrating wildebeest and zebra, but herd positions and river crossings are natural events and cannot be guaranteed. A productive Mara day is deliberately flexible: the guide may stay longer with significant behaviour, move between habitats, or adjust the route when fresh predator activity is reported.
This is also a transfer day, so the itinerary avoids pretending that road travel is empty time. Departure is planned early enough to protect the useful safari or activity window, while comfort stops are taken as needed. Drive times in Kenya vary with traffic, weather, road works, park entry procedures and wildlife stops. If arrival is earlier than expected, the guide can use the remaining light for an introductory activity; if conditions cause delay, the programme protects safety and avoids rushing after dark.
By the end of the activity, the guide will recap the main sightings and experiences and confirm the next day's departure plan where applicable. Exact wildlife sightings, mountain views, migration activity, road conditions and activity access remain subject to nature and local regulations, which is why the itinerary is detailed but intentionally not presented as a guarantee of specific encounters.
Full-day Masai Mara safari
Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend a full day in the reserve with a flexible picnic or split-drive schedule. Focus on big cats, river systems and seasonal migration activity when relevant.
After the morning briefing, your guide reviews current conditions and adjusts the day's route where necessary. The aim is to preserve the core itinerary while using local knowledge, recent sightings and realistic transfer times to make the day more rewarding.
The Masai Mara is one of Kenya's richest big-game landscapes, with open grassland, drainage lines, riverine woodland and rolling plains supporting lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, giraffe and large herds of grazers. From roughly the middle of the year into the northern dry season, parts of the wider ecosystem may also hold migrating wildebeest and zebra, but herd positions and river crossings are natural events and cannot be guaranteed. A productive Mara day is deliberately flexible: the guide may stay longer with significant behaviour, move between habitats, or adjust the route when fresh predator activity is reported.
A full day gives the guide freedom to work with wildlife and conditions rather than a fixed return deadline. Expect an early start, a slower midday period or picnic arrangement where appropriate, and renewed activity later in the afternoon. Time can be spent at a rewarding sighting instead of leaving simply to keep a timetable. Routes are varied to avoid repeating the same habitat and to increase the range of landscapes, species and photographic opportunities seen during the day.
By the end of the activity, the guide will recap the main sightings and experiences and confirm the next day's departure plan where applicable. Exact wildlife sightings, mountain views, migration activity, road conditions and activity access remain subject to nature and local regulations, which is why the itinerary is detailed but intentionally not presented as a guarantee of specific encounters.
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – rhino country
Lake Nakuru National Park
Take a final early Mara drive, then travel to Lake Nakuru for an afternoon safari focused on rhino, Rothschild’s giraffe, buffalo and waterbirds.
After the morning briefing, your guide reviews current conditions and adjusts the day's route where necessary. The aim is to preserve the core itinerary while using local knowledge, recent sightings and realistic transfer times to make the day more rewarding.
Lake Nakuru is a compact Rift Valley park where lake-edge habitat, woodland, grassland and rocky slopes can be explored within a relatively small area. It is particularly important for rhino conservation and also supports Rothschild's giraffe, buffalo, zebra, antelope, predators and diverse birdlife. Flamingo numbers vary with water chemistry, lake levels and feeding conditions, so the park should not be sold as a guaranteed flamingo spectacle. Its compact scale makes it well suited to focused morning or afternoon drives and to combination routes with the Mara, Naivasha or Laikipia.
This is also a transfer day, so the itinerary avoids pretending that road travel is empty time. Departure is planned early enough to protect the useful safari or activity window, while comfort stops are taken as needed. Drive times in Kenya vary with traffic, weather, road works, park entry procedures and wildlife stops. If arrival is earlier than expected, the guide can use the remaining light for an introductory activity; if conditions cause delay, the programme protects safety and avoids rushing after dark.
By the end of the activity, the guide will recap the main sightings and experiences and confirm the next day's departure plan where applicable. Exact wildlife sightings, mountain views, migration activity, road conditions and activity access remain subject to nature and local regulations, which is why the itinerary is detailed but intentionally not presented as a guarantee of specific encounters.
Lake Nakuru to Diani – transition from bush to coast
Diani Beach
Begin with a short morning wildlife drive, then leave the Rift Valley and connect toward the coast using the confirmed road or optional flight arrangement. Arrive at Diani and settle into the slower beach rhythm.
After the morning briefing, your guide reviews current conditions and adjusts the day's route where necessary. The aim is to preserve the core itinerary while using local knowledge, recent sightings and realistic transfer times to make the day more rewarding.
Diani is intentionally the slower part of the itinerary. The long white-sand coast and warm Indian Ocean allow guests to rest after early safari mornings and road transfers. The base programme leaves space for swimming, beach walks and unstructured time rather than filling every hour. Optional marine, diving, snorkeling, dhow or cultural activities can be quoted separately according to sea conditions and guest interests. Keeping this section flexible also allows different accommodation levels without tying the safari description to a particular hotel.
This is also a transfer day, so the itinerary avoids pretending that road travel is empty time. Departure is planned early enough to protect the useful safari or activity window, while comfort stops are taken as needed. Drive times in Kenya vary with traffic, weather, road works, park entry procedures and wildlife stops. If arrival is earlier than expected, the guide can use the remaining light for an introductory activity; if conditions cause delay, the programme protects safety and avoids rushing after dark.
By the end of the activity, the guide will recap the main sightings and experiences and confirm the next day's departure plan where applicable. Exact wildlife sightings, mountain views, migration activity, road conditions and activity access remain subject to nature and local regulations, which is why the itinerary is detailed but intentionally not presented as a guarantee of specific encounters.
Diani Beach – free day or optional marine activities
Diani Beach
Keep the day flexible for swimming, beach time and relaxation. Optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, dhow excursions or a Kisite marine safari can be added at quotation stage rather than built into the base price.
After the morning briefing, your guide reviews current conditions and adjusts the day's route where necessary. The aim is to preserve the core itinerary while using local knowledge, recent sightings and realistic transfer times to make the day more rewarding.
Diani is intentionally the slower part of the itinerary. The long white-sand coast and warm Indian Ocean allow guests to rest after early safari mornings and road transfers. The base programme leaves space for swimming, beach walks and unstructured time rather than filling every hour. Optional marine, diving, snorkeling, dhow or cultural activities can be quoted separately according to sea conditions and guest interests. Keeping this section flexible also allows different accommodation levels without tying the safari description to a particular hotel.
Because water and coastal activities depend on weather, tide and sea conditions, the exact sequence can change without reducing the value of the day. Safety briefings and local crew instructions take priority. The programme leaves enough time to enjoy the setting rather than moving continuously, and optional activities remain optional so guests can choose between an active day and genuine rest.
By the end of the activity, the guide will recap the main sightings and experiences and confirm the next day's departure plan where applicable. Exact wildlife sightings, mountain views, migration activity, road conditions and activity access remain subject to nature and local regulations, which is why the itinerary is detailed but intentionally not presented as a guarantee of specific encounters.
Diani Beach and departure transfer
Diani Beach
Enjoy a final relaxed morning on the coast. At the agreed time, transfer to the relevant airport or onward point. Guests extending their beach stay simply end the Prince Safaris package at their coastal accommodation.
After the morning briefing, your guide reviews current conditions and adjusts the day's route where necessary. The aim is to preserve the core itinerary while using local knowledge, recent sightings and realistic transfer times to make the day more rewarding.
Diani is intentionally the slower part of the itinerary. The long white-sand coast and warm Indian Ocean allow guests to rest after early safari mornings and road transfers. The base programme leaves space for swimming, beach walks and unstructured time rather than filling every hour. Optional marine, diving, snorkeling, dhow or cultural activities can be quoted separately according to sea conditions and guest interests. Keeping this section flexible also allows different accommodation levels without tying the safari description to a particular hotel.
This is also a transfer day, so the itinerary avoids pretending that road travel is empty time. Departure is planned early enough to protect the useful safari or activity window, while comfort stops are taken as needed. Drive times in Kenya vary with traffic, weather, road works, park entry procedures and wildlife stops. If arrival is earlier than expected, the guide can use the remaining light for an introductory activity; if conditions cause delay, the programme protects safety and avoids rushing after dark.
By the end of the activity, the guide will recap the main sightings and experiences and confirm the next day's departure plan where applicable. Exact wildlife sightings, mountain views, migration activity, road conditions and activity access remain subject to nature and local regulations, which is why the itinerary is detailed but intentionally not presented as a guarantee of specific encounters.
What your package covers
These items are included in the quoted safari price unless your written quotation states otherwise.
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide.
- Transport in the vehicle type specified for the package, with game-viewing roof where applicable.
- All scheduled game drives, guided visits and activities stated in the itinerary.
- Applicable national park, national reserve or conservancy entry fees for the included programme.
- Accommodation during multi-day safari nights in the selected comfort category; specific properties are confirmed at quotation stage and are not fixed in this package description.
- Meals stated in the day-by-day itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water while travelling in the safari vehicle.
- Pick-up and drop-off at the stated Nairobi, Mombasa, Diani, Malindi or Watamu meeting point where applicable.
- Government taxes and service charges applicable to the included services at the time of quotation.
What to budget for separately
These items are normally outside the package price unless specifically added to your written quotation.
- International flights and any domestic flights not expressly stated as included.
- Kenya visa or electronic travel authorisation costs where applicable.
- Travel, medical, evacuation and cancellation insurance.
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, porters and other service staff.
- Alcoholic drinks, premium beverages and personal purchases.
- Laundry, telephone charges, souvenirs and other personal expenses.
- Optional activities such as hot-air balloon safaris, night drives, spa treatments or additional community visits unless specifically stated as included.
- Pre-safari and post-safari accommodation or transfers not stated in the itinerary.
- Any new or increased statutory park, reserve, conservancy, marine or government charges introduced after a quotation has been confirmed, unless otherwise stated in the booking terms.
