Wildlife Safaris
Safaris from the coast
From a day in Shimba Hills to a week in the Mara. We design each safari around your dates, budget and the animals you most want to see — then quote it honestly, in writing, before you pay a shilling.
Private or shared
Your own vehicle and guide, or a shared departure that keeps costs down — your choice.
Park fees up front
KWS park fees are stated clearly in your quote — no gate surprises.
Drive or fly
Tsavo is a road trip; the Mara and Samburu are best reached by air. We price both ways.
Start where you are
Departures from Diani, Nairobi or Naivasha depending on the park — we handle the routing.
Fixed-Price Day Safari
The one you can book today
Shimba Hills is Kenya's coastal rainforest reserve — an hour from Diani, home to the rare sable antelope, elephants and Sheldrick Falls. Park fees are included in the confirmed price.
- Morning game drive through rolling green hills
- Guided walk to Sheldrick Falls with a KWS ranger
- Resident rate with a valid Kenyan ID — KES 8,500 per person
- Non-resident rate from ≈ KES 13,000 per person
Choose Your Park
Every destination, at a glance
| Park | Suggested length | Signature wildlife & sights | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shimba Hills NR The only safari that doesn't cost you a beach day — bookable at a fixed price. |
Day trip | Sable antelope, elephants, Sheldrick Falls | ≈1 hr drive from Diani |
| Tsavo East Kenya's largest park and the closest multi-day safari to Diani. |
2–3 days | Red elephants, lions, vast open plains | Road from the coast |
| Tsavo West Dramatic scenery; combines well with Tsavo East. |
2–3 days | Rhinos, Mzima Springs, lava flows | Road from the coast |
| Amboseli The classic postcard safari — best elephant viewing in Kenya. |
2–3 days | Elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro | Long road transfer or flight |
| Maasai Mara Kenya's flagship reserve — worth the extra travel. |
3+ days | Big cats; Great Migration in season | Fly from the coast recommended |
| Lake Nakuru NP Compact park, two game drives, high sighting odds. |
2 days / 1 night | Rhinos, flamingos, lions, leopards | Road via Rift Valley viewpoint |
| Samburu NR Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, beisa oryx, Somali ostrich. |
3 days / 2 nights | The Samburu Special Five, elephants, big cats | Fly recommended |
| Lake Naivasha Boat safaris and lakeside lodges. |
1–2 days | Hippos, fish eagles, birdlife | Road; pairs with Hell's Gate |
| Nairobi NP Easy to add to a longer itinerary or a city stopover. |
1 day | Rhinos, lions, giraffes, buffalo against the skyline | Starts in Nairobi |
| Aberdare NP Cool, misty highlands — a different Kenya. |
2 days / 1 night | Mountain forest, elephants, buffalo, waterfalls | Road |
| Hell's Gate NP The safari you do on a bike; gorges depend on weather. |
1 day | Cycling, hiking and gorge walks | From Nairobi or Naivasha |
| Meru NP For guests who want a quieter, wilder park. |
3 days / 2 nights | Elephants, lions, leopards — few other vehicles | Long road or flight |
Journey notes are indicative — exact routing is confirmed with your quote.
Honest Pricing
Why we quote instead of listing prices
A safari from Diani isn't a fixed-shelf product. Four things move the price — knowing them means your quote is real, not bait:
Pricing basis
Per person on a shared departure, per vehicle on a private safari, or one private package price — each changes the maths.
Distance from Diani
Tsavo is a road trip; the Mara and Samburu are best reached by air. Transport is the biggest cost driver.
Accommodation level
Budget camp, mid-range lodge or luxury tented camp — the same park can differ by hundreds of dollars.
Season & group size
Migration season and lodge availability move prices, and larger groups share vehicle costs.
What a Quote Covers
Your quote includes, itemised
- Safari vehicle and professional driver-guide
- Park and reserve entry fees
- Accommodation at your chosen level — budget camp to luxury lodge
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Transfers to and from your hotel, the SGR or the airstrip
- Bottled water on game drives
Anything excluded is listed in the quote too — you approve the full picture before paying the 50% deposit.
To quote you, we need
- Your dates or travel window
- Group size and children's ages
- Budget per person (rough is fine)
- Accommodation level — budget, mid-range, lodge, luxury
- Private or shared
- What you dream of seeing
From Enquiry to Game Drive
How safari booking works
Tell us
Dates, group, budget, dream sightings — form or WhatsApp.
We design
A tailored itinerary with a clear, itemised price.
You confirm
50% deposit by M-Pesa secures lodges, vehicle and guide.
You go
We collect you, run the safari end to end, and bring you back to the beach.
Safari FAQ
Before you ask
- Is a safari realistic from a beach holiday?
- Yes — Shimba Hills is an hour away, and Tsavo is reachable by road in a day. For the Mara or Samburu we recommend flying; we arrange the flights and airstrip transfers.
- When is the best time?
- Wildlife viewing is good year-round. The Great Migration is usually in the Mara roughly July–October, and dry seasons make game easier to spot — tell us your dates and we'll advise honestly.
- Are park fees included?
- Where stated, yes — KWS fees are itemised in your quote so the price you approve is the price you pay.
- Can children join a safari?
- Families are welcome. Lodges and vehicle layout vary by age — tell us the children's ages and we recommend parks and lodges that suit them.
- What should I pack?
- Neutral clothing, a warm layer for early game drives, hat, sunscreen, camera and binoculars. A fuller list comes with your confirmed itinerary.
Tell us your dream sighting
Big cats, the Special Five, or elephants under Kilimanjaro — we build the safari around it.