We Love —
- Head to Kenya to enjoy the adventure of a lifetime with this twin-centre beach break and stunning 1, 2 or 3-night safari!
- Begin on Diani Beach at the fabulous The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*, where delicious upgraded half board dining awaits alongside a Sea Breeze Room.
- Next, head out on an immersive safari, where you'll be accommodated in a range of traditional lodges while heading out in search of elephants, lions and giraffes.
- End your blissful holiday on Chale Island, at The Sands At Chale Island 5*, where you'll be treated to upgraded full board dining!
Your Destinations —
Diani Beach
Tsavo National Park
Shimba Hills National Reserve
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
The Sanctuary is a success story in sustainable conservation where wildlife - including elephant, lion, buffalo and giraffe - thrive. Game drives are tightly controlled to ensure that animals are not harassed and some areas are completely closed to vehicles. This commitment to responsible ecotourism, which has been so well supported by visitors, ensures that the Sanctuary and all its wildlife will continue to prosper.
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli is world-famous for its populations of large mammals, most especially elephants of which there are around 700. The swamps are a centre of activity for elephants, hippos, buffaloes and abundant water birds. The surrounding flat grasslands are home to grazing antelopes. Spotted hyenas are plentiful, as are jackals, warthogs, olive baboons and vervet monkeys.
Chale Island
Chale Island is a small romantic island situated 600 metres off the mainland. 10 km south of Diani, 1.2 km long and 0.8 km wide, the Island is divided into two parts; resort and sacred forest or “kaya”. The resort lies in 15 acres of indigenous ancient forest, with a stunning 10,000 square metre white sand bay which is protected by a vibrant coral reef. With an explosion of colourful flora and fauna, the island is truly magical and if that is not enough, also features a mystical inland tidal mangrove lake.
Our Offers —
8 Nights
3-night stay at The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*
2-day / 1-night Tsavo East Sentrim Safari
4-night stay at The Sands At Chale Island 5*
10 Nights
3-night stay at The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*
3-day / 2-night Shimba Hills / Ngutuni / Salt Lick Safari
5-night stay at The Sands At Chale Island 5*
10 Nights
3-night stay at The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*
4-day / 3-night Tsavo East / Amboseli / Salt Lick Safari
4-night stay at The Sands At Chale Island 5*
12 Nights
5-night stay at The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*
3-day / 2-night Shimba Hills / Ngutuni / Salt Lick Safari
5-night stay at The Sands At Chale Island 5*
12 Nights
4-night stay at The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*
4-day / 3-night Tsavo East / Amboseli / Salt Lick Safari
5-night stay at The Sands At Chale Island 5*
14 Nights
4-night stay at The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5*
4-day / 3-night Tsavo East / Amboseli / Salt Lick Safari
7-night stay at The Sands At Chale Island 5*
The Sands at Nomad Hotel 5* —
You will enjoy a 3, 4 or 5-night stay in a Sea Breeze Room, on an Upgraded Half Board Dining Basis (Breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
Just for you:
- Complimentary welcome drink upon arrival
- Free use of day room for early arrival or late check-out (subject to availability at hotel on requested day)
Unparalleled in terms of the discretion of its service, the excellence of its cuisine and the range of its leisure options, The Sands offers the ultimate Indian Ocean retreat. The hotel is set amid 26 acres of indigenous coastal forest fronted by 225 metres of gentle lawns and waving palm trees, and enjoys uninterrupted access to one of Kenya’s most unspoilt stretches of silver sand and aquamarine sea.
Every effort has been made to keep the natural vegetation of the Resort intact. All gardens and imported plants are carefully integrated into the Resort’s original flora with an aim at increasing the indigenous wildlife.
Please note: Some facilities may incur an additional fee, payable locally.
Your Room —
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Your Board Basis —
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
Your Time —
Your Safari —
You will enjoy a 1, 2 or 3-night safari (duration as listed in our offers above). During your safari, you will stay in Standard Rooms in hotels as per itinerary, on a Full Board Dining Basis (Breakfast, lunch and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
Please note: Safari departures will take place in the middle of the stay, however, this is based on availability and may vary depending on departures. Customers will be informed of their itinerary once at the hotel. Safaris are guaranteed from minimum 2 people.
1 Night Safari Tsavo East
Leave Diani after an early breakfast and drive along the Mombasa/Nairobi Road to Tsavo East. Enter Tsavo East through the Bachuma Gate and enjoy a game drive en route. Take lunch at the camp and enjoy an afternoon game drive in Tsavo East. Dinner and Overnight at Sentrim Tsavo or similar.
Day 2: Tsavo East - Mombasa (approx. travel time: 4hrs / 245km)
Take an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp and then drive back to your hotel.
2 Nights Safari at Shimba Hills Reserve and Taita Ngutuni Saltlick Lodge
After breakfast, depart to Shimba Hills National Reserve, located 45km from Diani Beach. The reserve is the second largest rainforest in the coastal region with rich flora and fauna. It hosts the highest number of the African elephant and the rare Sable Antelope. You will enjoy a game drive followed by a visit to the magnificent Sheldrick waterfalls. This will be followed by a game drive and later, lunch at the Green Safari Lodge. Spend the afternoon at leisure at the lodge or on a game drive. The rest of the afternoon can be spent at the lodge (canapés provided but drinks not included). Overnight at Green Safari Lodge or similar.
Day 2: Shimba Hills – Ngutuni/Taita Hills (245Km/ 4 hours)
After breakfast, depart to Ngutuni Sanctuary. Arrive for a game drive in the sanctuary and later, enjoy lunch at Ngutuni Lodge. After lunch, drive to Taita Hills. Check in at Sarova Saltlick Lodge. Dinner and Overnight at Sarova Saltlick Lodge or similar.
Day 3: Taita Hills - Diani Beach (290km / 5 hours)
Take an early morning game drive in the sanctuary followed by breakfast at the lodge. Enjoy a mid-morning game drive followed by lunch at Taita Hills Lodge. After lunch, depart to Diani arriving late in the evening.
3 Nights Safari at Tsavo East, Amboseli and Taita Hills
After an early breakfast, you will be picked up from your beach hotel and depart to Tsavo East National Park (12,000 sq km). Upon entering the park, the driver will open the roof of your bus so you can stand up with the wind in your hair, giving you a better view of the park. Welcome to Africa, the safari has begun! Tsavo is the largest National Park in Kenya and is split into East and West by the highway. You will arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and later enjoy time for relaxation before setting off back into the park for your afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge as the sun sets. Overnight at Ashnil Aruba Lodge or similar.
Day 2 Tsavo East – Amboseli (315km / 5 hours)
After breakfast, depart to Amboseli National Park. If the weather is clear, you'll catch sight of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro directly ahead. Entering the gate you will enjoy game viewing on route to your camp, arriving in time for lunch. After some time to relax or to take a dip in the inviting swimming pool, set out into the National Park for a game drive. Return to the camp as the sun sets. Overnight at Amboseli Sentrim Camp or similar.
Day 3: Amboseli - Taita Hills Game Sanctuary (250km / 4 hours)
Following an early morning game drive and breakfast, depart east to Taita Hills, arriving in time for lunch. After, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Sanctuary, returning to the lodge as the sun sets. After dinner set out on a night game drive, this time with an opportunity to view nocturnal wildlife in their habitat. Overnight at Sarova Saltlick Lodge or similar.
Day 4: Taita Hills - Diani Beach (290km / 5 hours)
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the sanctuary returning to the lodge for lunch before continuing your journey to Mombasa, aiming to reach your beach hotel in the evening.
Safari Accommodation —
Shimba Hills Green Safari Lodge
Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge
A beautiful free-form swimming pool is open all day at the sister property Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge located nearby.
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
The 40 deluxe rooms each have a terrace overlooking the plains or the Aruba dam. Each room is designed to provide utmost comfort ensuring a pleasant stay. The rooms also contain an ensuite toilet and shower facility with bathroom accessories.
Amboseli Sentrim Camp
Sentrim Tsavo
All Rooms Sleep up to
Please note: Some facilities may incur an additional fee, payable locally. Some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
The Sands At Chale Island 5* —
You will enjoy a 4, 5 or 7-night stay in a Standard Room, on an Upgraded Full Board Dining Basis (Breakfast, lunch and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
Just for you:
- Complimentary welcome drink upon arrival
- Free 30-minute massage per person (minimum 4-night stay)
Please note: Some facilities may incur an additional fee, payable locally.
Your Room —
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Your Board Basis —
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
Your Time —
On the other side of the Island by the spa and fitness area is a salt-water swimming pool with steps leading directly into the sea at high tide offering a magical swim through the mangroves to the main jetty.
Your Included Excursions —
Our members have the following excursions included in their stay.
Free Half Day Mombasa City Tour with English Driver (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Visit the famous Elephant Tusks along Moi Avenue then proceed to visit the historic old town, dominated by the medieval Fort Jesus built by the Portuguese in the 16th Century with its ancient mosques and narrow bustling streets, the old dhow harbour. Proceed to visit the Spice market, go shopping and drive back to the hotel. (Fort Jesus Museum Entry fees of 12$ per person are not included - This will be payable directly on the spot if you wish to enter the Museum).
Your Optional Excursions —
Our members can choose to add the following excursions at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee - subject to availability.
Wasini Sea Safari
Funzi Kinazini
You will observe a large variety of birdlife and the occasional Crocodile or Giant Lizard from the safety of your canoe. You will then journey to an isolated sandbank in the warm Indian Ocean where you can swim and relax on the warm white sand. Then sail to Kinazini, an uninhabited private Island Restaurant.
Here, there is a chance that you will see dolphins or giant turtle sea turtle on the way! Once there you will enjoy a sumptuous seafood BBQ lunch, including delicious crab and lobster. After lunch, you have time for a siesta or swim as you explore the island before sailing back to Bodo for a transfer back to the hotel.
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Return transfers are included for flight-inclusive offers.
For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.