We Love —
- Gazing out at dreamy ocean views from your cosy room - the perfect backdrop for a relaxing holiday.
- Soothing sun-kissed skin with an African-inspired skincare treatment after a day at the beach in Hemingways Watamu Resort 5*.
- The untamed wildernes of Tsavo East, home to elephants famously dusted in red soil, and the mighty Galana River, which attracts lions and leopards.
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Your holiday at a glance —
Indulge in the five-star luxury of Hemingways Watamu, nestled on the pristine shores of Turtle Bay within the protected Watamu Marine Park. Discover the wilder side of Kenya with a safari stopover in Tsavo National Park, where you can spend 1 to 4 nights exploring in search of elephants, lions, and other magnificent wildlife.
Choose the length of your stay:
7 nights:
- 1 night on safari and 6 nights in Watamu
- 2 nights on safari and 5 nights in Watamu
8 nights:
- 1 night on safari and 7 nights in Watamu
- 2 nights on safari and 6 nights in Watamu
- 3 nights on safari and 5 nights in Watamu
10 nights:
- 1 night on safari and 9 nights in Watamu
- 2 nights on safari and 8 nights in Watamu
- 4 nights on safari and 6 nights in Watamu
- 3 nights on safari and 7 nights in Watamu
12 nights:
- 3 nights on safari and 9 nights in Watamu
- 4 nights on safari and 8 nights in Watamu
14 nights:
- 4 nights on safari and 10 nights in Watamu
Your itinerary in brief —
Explore Kenya's incredible parks and wildlife. See lions, elephants, zebras and other wild animals in their natural habitat and enjoy the beauty of these wild landscapes on a 1 - 4 night safari, depending on the package you choose.
Your itinerary:
1 night safari: Tsavo East National Park
- Day 1: Tsavo East
- Day 2: Tsavo East
2 night safari: Tsavo West National Park & Tsavo East National Park
- Day 1: Tsavo West
- Day 2: Tsavo West - Tsavo East
- Day 3: Tsavo East
3 night safari: Tsavo West National Park, Amboseli & Tsavo East National Park
- Day 1: Tsavo West
- Day 2: Tsavo West - Amboseli
- Day 3: Amboseli - Tsavo East
- Day 4: Tsavo East
4 night safari: Ngutini Game Sanctuary, Tsavo West National Park, Amboseli & Taita Hills
- Day 1: Ngutini Game Sanctuary
- Day 2: Ngutini - Tsavo West
- Day 3: Tsavo West - Amboseli
- Day 4 : Amboseli - Taita Hills
- Day 5: Taita Hills
Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.
Your safaris during the 1-3 night itineraries are in a shared minivan with pop-up roof. Safaris during the 4 night itinerary are in a private 4x4 Landcruiser.
Your itinerary in detail —
1 night safari
DAY 1: WATAMU - TSAVO EAST
Tsavo East is famous for its magnificent scenery, volcanic hills, rivers and a large number of animal and plant species. As well as the large herds of red elephants, other attractions include the Lugard Falls, Mudanda Rock and the Aruba Dam.
At the entrance to the park, the driver will open the roof of your bus so you can enjoy the wind in your hair.
- Arrive at lodge by lunch
- Afternoon safari
- Full board included
- Night in Voi Wildlife Lodge
DAY 2: TSAVO EAST - WATAMU
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to Hemingway Watamu 5*
2 night safari
DAY 1: TSAVO WEST
Together with its neighbouring park, Tsavo West National Park, Tsavo East National Park forms the Tsavo Conservation Area, encompassing an expansive wilderness that covers a significant portion of southeastern Kenya.
- Afternoon safari
- Full board included
- Night in Voyager Ziwani Camp
DAY 2: TSAVO WEST - TSAVO EAST
Enjoy a morning and afternoon safari in Tsavo East National Park.
Admire volcanic hills, and rivers as well as large numbers of animal and plant species which made for an incredible photo opportunity.
- Full board included
- Night in Voi Wildlife Lodge
DAY 3: TSAVO EAST
Head out on an early morning safari before heading back to your beach hotel.
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to your hotel
3 night safari
DAY 1: TSAVO WEST
See day 1 of the 2 night itinerary
DAY 2: TSAVO WEST - AMBOSELI
Amboseli National Park is a renowned wildlife conservation area near the Tanzanian border. One of Kenya's most popular and iconic national parks it boasts stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak.
Encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras and wildebeests, and see the large population of elephants roam the plains.
- Afternoon safari
- Full board included
- Night in Oilepo Amboseli Camp
DAY 3: AMBOSELI - TSAVO EAST
Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge, followed by a thrilling morning safari in Amboseli, en route to Tsavo East.
- Afternoon safari in Tsavo East
- Full board included
- Night in Voi Wildlife Lodge
DAY 4: TSAVO EAST
See day 3 of the 2 night itinerary
The 4 night safari is similar to the 3 night safari, with 1 extra night in Amboseli. You will have both a morning and afternoon safari in Amboseli National Park on day 3.
4-night safari
DAY 1: NGUTUNI
Set against the incredible backdrop of the Sagana Hilla, Ngutuni is home to over 500 species of birds as well as zebras, elephants and giraffes.
- Breakfast included (early)
- Collection from your hotel at 07:00 AM for departure to Ngutuni
- Game drive until lunchtime
- Check-in and enjoy lunch at the lodge
- Head back out for an afternoon game drive
Dinner and overnight at Ngutuni Lodge (or similar)
DAY 2: NGUTUNI - TSAVO WEST
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Chyulu Hills, Tsavo West is home to hidden springs, sprawling savannahs and an impressive array of wildlife.
- Breakfast included
- Depart towards Tsavo West National Park, game drive en route
- Arrival at the lodge in time for lunch
- Afternoon safari until sunset
Dinner and overnight at Voyager Ziwani Camp or Ngulia Safari Lodge (or similar)
DAY 3: TSAVO WEST - AMBOSELI
Dinner and overnight at Oilepo Amboseli Camp (or similar)
DAY 4: AMBOSELI - TAITA HILLS RESERVE
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is a stunning refuge characterized by its lush landscapes and diverse ecosystems, where rolling hills meet dense forests and open grasslands.
- Early morning game drive
- After breakfast, depart for Taita Hills sanctuary
- Check in and lunch at the lodge
- Enjoy a safari until sunet
Dinner and overnight at Saltlick Lodge (or similar)
DAY 5: TAITA HILLS RESERVE
- Early morning game drive in the bush
- Return for breakfast and get back on the road to your hotel
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
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At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable rooms in thoughtfully selected hotels & lodges.
Your accommodation:
- Tsavo West: Voyager Ziwani Camp
- Amboseli: Oilepo Amboseli Camp
- Tsavo East: Voi Wildlife Lodge
- Ngutuni: Salt Lick Lodge
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
This is a full board stay. Your breakfast, lunch and evening meal will be served in the main restaurant (excludes drinks).
Optional hotel services —
Upgrade to a private 4X4 Landcruiser (for up to 6 people)

Upgrade your safari experience and go for a private 4X4 Landcruiser so you can enjoy thrilling safaris in style.
Hemingways Watamu Resort 5* —
Arrive at Hemingways Watamu Resort 5* to a gentle coastal breeze and enchanting shores of a dreamy blue sea. This stunning retreat offers both comfort and elegance in a beautiful beachside location and features a wide selection of wellness facilities so you leave feeling refreshed and restored.
This hotel's perfect location in Watamu Marine National Park means stunning scenery all to the backdrop of the Indian Ocean.
Your room —
Enjoy a stay in a North Wing Ocean View Room.
North Wing Ocean View Room (40 m²)
The splendid Ocean View North Wing Rooms offer easy access to the beach and spectacular ocean views. A peaceful private balcony overlooking the Marine Park offers a tranquil retreat for guests to relax.
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Your dining choices
This is a half board stay. Your breakfast and evening meal will be served in the main restaurant (excludes drinks).
Start the day at Non-Solo Gelato Treat for delicate flaky pastries or an icy gelato. For lunch and dinner, enjoy a selection of the freshest seafood, brimming with Swahili flavour. Sample grilled prime-aged beef fillets or delicious Karoo lamb. For a carefully curated menu each evening, the Chef creates a delicious Table D’Hote menu. As the sun sets over the sparkling Indian Ocean, head to Hemingway Bar and enjoy a refreshing cocktail in a beautiful tropical setting.
Your time
Head to the spa and choose from a luxurious selection of African-inspired skincare and massage treatments, perfect for soothing sun-kissed skin after a long, lazy day on the beach.
The hotel also offers the use of tennis gear to all its guests.
Optional excursions —
Marine safari in Watamu Marine Park and lunch on Waka Waka Island

Set off on a sea safari to Watamu to swim, snorkel and sail in the creek of Mida, bordered by a magnificent mangrove forest. You'll also get to sample some delicious seafood at lunchtime on Waka Waka island.
Excursion to Hell's Kitchen and Robinson Island

Discover Watamu and its surroundings by visiting the old town of Malindi and the magnificent tropical paradise that is Robinson Island, then the gorges and geological depressions of Hell's Kitchen. Enjoy a seafood lunch in a restaurant uniquely constructed from mangrove roots, coconut palms and white sandy soil followed by a swim in crystal clear waters.
Practical information:
Guided tour: no
Accompanying languages: English
Availability: daily except during the rainy season in May and June
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: no
Minimum age: 5 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 8 hours
Timetable: 8am - 5pm
Group size: 2 to 6 people
Transfers: included
Pick-up and drop-off point: at your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the activity site
- Visit to Malindi and the Hell's Kitchen geological gorges and depressions
- Seafood lunch on Robinson Island
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".
Visit Watamu and enjoy sunset dinner

Discover the city of Watamu and its market, and taste local delicacies in one of its best restaurants, located at the edge of the mangrove forests and overlooking the creek.
Practical information:
Guided tour: no
Accompanying languages: English, French and Italian
Availability: every day
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: no
Minimum age: 3 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 4 hours
Timetable: 8am - 5pm
Group size: 2 to 6 people
Transfers: included
Pick-up and drop-off point: at your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and your activity
- Visit to the town of Watamu, the local market and the Watamu Sunset restaurant on the edge of the mangrove forest.
Price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not included in the price
Full-day blue safari

Discover the Watamu Marine Park, a protected area where you can snorkel and swim with fish in the turquoise waters. After snorkelling, sail through Mida Creek towards Waka Waka Island.
Excursion to Hell's Kitchen and Robinson's Island

Discover Watamu and its surroundings by visiting the old town of Malindi and the magnificent tropical paradise that is Robinson Island, followed by the gorges of Hell's Kitchen.
Your journey to Kenya —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Kenya
A true land of adventure, Kenya represents all the facets of Africa. The diversity of its landscapes and the warm welcome that awaits will seduce you.Kenya is full of endless treasures to discover.
Like a true explorer, you can go on safari in one of the many natural parks. Tsavo, Amboseli or Masai Mara are the favourite playgrounds of wild animals. In the wilderness you can photograph zebras, lions, cheetahs and buffaloes basking in the shade.
To recover from your emotions, head to the Indian Ocean. Sit on the beach, relax and think of nothing else... The holiday starts now!