Kenya · Safari & coast

Mara to the Indian Ocean

A sample journey offered by Lion’s Crest Asili Tours

8 daysKenyaPrivate journey
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The journey

Overview

Pair big-sky game viewing with a few restorative days beside the warm Indian Ocean.

This 8-day sample itinerary is a starting point. We can adjust the pace, accommodation and activities around your dates, group and travel style.

Route

8 days
1Nairobi
2Maasai Mara National Reserve
3Diani or Watamu

Trip style

Safari & coast; organized around your own group.

Flexible dates

We’ll confirm availability and the best seasonal route for your dates.

Private journey

Your guide and vehicle are planned for your travelling party.

Can be customized

Ask us to adjust the route, pace, stays or activities.

Activities & transportation

Guided game drivesBeach timeOptional reef and water activities

Getting around: private 4×4 or road transfers, as confirmed in your final itinerary.

Accommodation & meals

A safari camp followed by a coastal stay, matched to your dates and preferred beach setting.

Meal plans and specific properties are confirmed in your personal quote. Additional nights can be arranged on request.

Your days in Africa

Day by day

Day 1Arrive in the Mara

Travel from Nairobi to your camp and settle in before an afternoon game drive when timing allows.

Day 2Explore the reserve

Spend the day tracking wildlife with your guide, with a picnic option for longer drives.

Day 3A final Mara morning

Enjoy an early drive before breakfast and onward travel toward the coast.

Day 4Arrive at the Indian Ocean

Check in to your coastal stay and ease into the beach portion of your journey.

Day 5Coast at your own pace

Enjoy time by the water or add activities such as a reef excursion, subject to local conditions.

Day 6Discover the coastline

Keep the day open for relaxation or choose an optional local experience.

Day 7A slow coastal morning

Enjoy a final full day by the ocean, with the pace shaped around you.

Day 8Departure

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

This is an example itinerary. The order of activities and travel times may change with availability, season and local conditions.

Made around your trip

Rates

Your pricePersonal quote

Rates depend on travel dates, group size, accommodation and availability.

Request a quote

No price is published for this sample package. Your quote will itemize the confirmed services and costs before you decide.

What to expect

Inclusions

Included when listed in your quote

  • Private safari vehicle and driver-guide during the safari
  • Accommodation and meals as confirmed in your quote
  • Park fees and listed road transfers
  • Coastal stay selected for your dates

Usually not included

  • –International flights
  • –Travel insurance
  • –Personal expenses and gratuities
  • –Optional water activities and internal flights unless listed in your quote

The final written quote is the source of truth for what is included in your trip.

Arriving and travelling

Getting there

Connections and transfers

Travel between Nairobi and the Mara by road or optional flight. Continue to the coast by air or road; the final connection depends on your selected beach and dates.

International flights can be planned separately. Share your arrival details in your enquiry and we’ll help coordinate the ground arrangements.

Offered by

Lion’s Crest Asili Tours

Local journey planning across East Africa, with itineraries shaped around the people travelling and the places they want to experience.

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