A 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday is the full version of Kenya: eight days of game drives across four parks, then five days on the warm sand of Diani.
- FromUSD 4,050per person sharing, budget tier, 6 people, low season
- Duration13 days, 12 nights
- StartsNairobi, ending in Diani
- Best forHoneymooners, families and first timers with two weeks of leave
- StylePrivate 4×4 safari, then beach stay
Rated 5.0 on Google from 46 reviews. Price confirmed in writing before you pay.
You travel in your own pop up roof 4×4 with a driver guide. The route starts with rhino at Nakuru, builds to three nights in the Mara, then moves to Amboseli and Tsavo before you reach the sea.
This page shows the day by day plan, what each tier gets you, the fees in the price and when to go. Send your dates on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
Highlights
- Lake Nakuru for rhino, buffalo and birds
- Three nights in the Masai Mara with two full game days
- Two nights in Amboseli, with Kilimanjaro views and big elephant herds
- A night in Tsavo West on the drive to the coast
- Four nights at Diani Beach with time to rest and explore
- A flight home from Ukunda, so no long road day at the end
Day by day plan
- Day 1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
You leave Nairobi at about 7 am and drive through the Rift Valley. Your 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday opens at Nakuru. You reach the lake by lunch and enter the park for an afternoon game drive. Look for rhino, buffalo and Rothschild giraffe. You climb Baboon Cliff at sundown.
- Day 2
Nakuru to the Masai Mara
After a short morning drive you leave for the Mara through Narok. The journey takes five to six hours. You reach camp in the afternoon and head out on a first game drive as the light turns gold.
- Day 3
Full day in the Mara
You leave at first light for a long game drive. Your guide works the plains and the Mara River for lion, cheetah, hippo and crocodile. You take a packed lunch in the bush and return for dinner at camp.
- Day 4
Second Mara day
You choose the pace today. Many guests ask for a long stay with a lion pride or a search for leopard. A balloon ride at dawn is optional. Your 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday is now at its wildest.
- Day 5
Mara to Nairobi
After a last early game drive you check out and drive to Nairobi. The trip takes five to six hours. You reach the city by late afternoon and sleep at a hotel, with time to repack and wash clothes.
- Day 6
Nairobi to Amboseli
You leave Nairobi at about 8 am and drive south. The journey takes four to five hours. You reach your lodge for lunch and rest, then take an afternoon game drive across the swamps, with Kilimanjaro in the background.
- Day 7
Full day in Amboseli
You rise early for the mountain at dawn. Your guide drives to Observation Hill for the view and the herds below. You also look for lion, cheetah, giraffe and birds around the marsh. You drive again in the afternoon.
- Day 8
Amboseli to Tsavo West
After breakfast you drive about three hours to Tsavo West. You stop for lunch, then visit Mzima Springs for hippos and crocodiles in clear pools. You sleep near the black lava fields.
- Day 9
Tsavo West to Diani
After a short morning game drive you leave for the coast through Voi and Mombasa. You take the Likoni ferry and reach Diani by late afternoon. You check in at your beach hotel and walk to the sea.
- Day 10
Beach day
Today is yours. Swim, snorkel, walk the beach or book a spa treatment. The reef keeps the water calm and colobus monkeys visit the trees by the hotel.
- Day 11
Wasini Island and Kisite
You sail out at dawn for the Wasini Island and Kisite dolphin trip. You snorkel on the reef, watch for dolphins and eat a seafood lunch on Wasini. The trip costs about USD 120 per person and is optional.
- Day 12
Free day
Take another slow day. Ride a horse on the beach, try kite surfing, play golf or visit the Shimba Hills for sable antelope. Many guests do nothing at all, which is also a plan.
- Day 13
Fly to Nairobi
You have breakfast and a last swim, then check out. A driver takes you to Ukunda for your flight to Nairobi, which takes about an hour and ten minutes. Book your international flight for the evening. Your 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday ends with a calm flight over the Chyulu Hills and the Rift Valley.
13 Day Kenya Safari Beach Holiday, guide price per person sharing, USD, low season
| Tier | 2 people | 4 people | 6 people |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget tier | USD 5,140 | USD 4,370 | USD 4,050 |
| Mid range tier | USD 6,210 | USD 5,370 | USD 4,930 |
| Luxury tier | USD 7,500 | USD 6,600 | USD 6,000 |
- Guide price per person sharing, confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before any payment
- Includes the Ukunda to Nairobi flight, about USD 120 per person
- Low season (Jan to Jun) shown, with Mara fees of USD 100 per day
- Jul to Dec adds about USD 250 to 450 per person for the higher Mara fee and high season rates
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Reserve this trip
Pick your dates and group. See the total. Hold it with a deposit.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card once we confirm in writing. Free changes until you confirm.
Included
- Private pop up roof 4×4 Land Cruiser with a driver guide
- 8 nights safari accommodation on full board, plus 1 night in Nairobi
- 4 nights Diani beach hotel in your tier
- Nakuru, Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo West park fees
- Ukunda to Nairobi flight
- Hotel and airport transfers
Not included
- International flights and your Kenya ETA
- Tips for your driver guide and staff
- Drinks outside the meal plan
- Travel insurance
- Optional balloon ride, Wasini Island trip and other add ons
What a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday Really Gives You
Thirteen days lets you do Kenya properly. A 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday covers four parks, two landscapes and a long rest at the end. You see big cats, rhino, elephants and the sea without feeling rushed.
If you only have a week, see our Kenya safari and beach holiday packages page for shorter plans. For longer, ask us about adding Tanzania or Zanzibar, see our Kenya safari and Zanzibar holiday.
How Much Is a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday?
Our guide prices start at USD 4,050 per person for six people on the budget tier in low season. Two people on the mid range tier pay about USD 5,500 each. Two people on the luxury tier pay about USD 7,500 each.
The price covers your vehicle, guide, all park fees, eight safari nights, one Nairobi night, four beach nights and the flight to Nairobi. The Mara camp and the beach hotel are the two big swings in cost.
See our Kenya safari packages and prices page and our Kenya national park entry fees guide for the fee table.
How the 13 Days Are Spread
The trip has eight safari days, four beach days and a transfer day. Each park gets enough time to be worth the drive. The Mara gets three nights, Amboseli two and Nakuru and Tsavo one each.
You spend about 30 hours in the vehicle over thirteen days. That sounds like a lot, but most legs are four to six hours and the scenery changes constantly. A 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday also gives you three clean rest days at the sea.
Best Time for a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday
Jul to Oct and Jan to Mar are the best months. The Mara is dry, Amboseli has clear skies and the coast is warm. Jul to Oct brings the Great Migration into the Mara and the highest Mara fees.
Apr and May are wet and cheap. Nov brings short rains. Christmas is busy and costly. Read our best time to visit the Maasai Mara and our Kenya safari month by month guide, then check the Kenya public holidays and peak dates for peak weekends.
Safari Stays and Beach Hotels
Budget stays use simple camps and hotels with clean rooms and full meals. Mid range stays give you private bathrooms, pools and better views. Luxury stays give you large suites, bars and the best guides.
Our guide to lodges, tented camps and camping compares lodges and tented camps. For beach choices, see our Diani beach holiday packages page.
- Budget: simple rooms or tents, full meals, shared facilities in some
- Mid range: private bathrooms, a pool and a lounge, beachfront on the coast
- Luxury: spacious suites, a pool, a bar and top service, all inclusive meals at the beach
What You Can Expect to See
At Nakuru you see rhino and flamingos in season. In the Mara you look for lion, cheetah, leopard and wildebeest. In Amboseli you see elephants and Kilimanjaro. In Tsavo you see red elephants and lava fields.
On a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday, you can see the Big Five on a good run. Our guide to the Big Five in Kenya and our Kenya safari animals guide show where to look.
Beach Days at Diani
After eight days of early starts, Diani feels like a different trip. The beach is long and white, the water is warm and the reef keeps waves small. Colobus monkeys, baobab trees and palms line the sand.
The Diani and Wasini Island dolphin trip is the most popular day out. The Shimba Hills day trip adds sable antelope and a waterfall. The Mombasa dhow sunset cruise makes a calm evening treat from Mombasa.
Who This Trip Suits
The 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday suits couples marking a big occasion, families with children over 8 and friends who want a long holiday. It also suits repeat visitors who want to see parks they missed before.
It is not the best plan for travellers who dislike early starts or long drives. If that is you, ask us for a version with fewer parks and more nights in each. The price drops a little as well.
Seniors do well when we pick comfortable lodges and flatter drives. See our Kenya safaris for seniors for a quieter style of trip.
Health, Packing and Comfort
Every park on this route is a malaria area, so speak to your doctor about tablets and pack repellent. Bring neutral clothes for safari and swimwear for the beach.
Domestic flights use soft bags of about 15 to 20 kg. Leave extra luggage at your Nairobi hotel. Our Kenya safari packing checklist and Kenya vaccinations and malaria guide cover the details.
Book Your 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday
Send your dates, group size and budget for your 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday on WhatsApp at +254 720 731957. We reply with a written quote and a hotel shortlist, usually within a few hours.
Book Jul to Oct and December trips six months ahead. Low season trips often work with three or four weeks notice. Browse the full list of our safari packages for other lengths.
How to book your 13 day Kenya safari beach
Booking your 13 day Kenya safari beach with us takes about five minutes of your time. The rest is our job. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises along the way.
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us if you have a budget in mind. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. No hidden park fees and no vague extras. If a cheaper camp or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a camp, add a night or swap a park. Ask as many questions as you like. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your vehicle, guide and rooms. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver guide meets you at your hotel or the airport with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
What every trip with us includes
Every 13 day Kenya safari beach plan we put together comes with the basics done properly. You ride in a safari vehicle with a pop up roof, with a professional driver guide who knows the parks. Water is in the cooler box and park fees are sorted in advance so you do not stand in a queue at the gate.
We also stay reachable. If something changes on the road, a flat tyre, a closed route or a sudden storm, we sort it and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Paying safely
We share payment details in writing only and every payment gets a receipt. The payment options and the balance date sit on your written quote, so nothing is left to memory or a phone call.
Why book with a Nairobi team
We live here. We drive these roads all year, we know which camps are honest about their photos and we know when a park is too busy to enjoy. That local knowledge is what turns a good 13 day Kenya safari beach into a great one. Our Google rating sits at 5.0 from 46 reviews and we plan to keep it that way.
Ready when you are. Send us a message and we will put a plan together for you shortly.
Questions people ask
Is a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday too long?
A 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday is generous and most guests find it just right. Eight safari days is enough to see four parks. Five beach days give you real rest. If you want a shorter plan, we can trim to 9 or 10 days by dropping a park.
How much does a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday cost?
Our guide price starts at USD 4,050 per person for six people on the budget tier in low season. Mid range runs about USD 4,640 to 5,500 and luxury about USD 6,000 to 7,500. Park fees and the flight are included. Peak season adds about USD 250 to 450.
Can we add Zanzibar or Tanzania?
Yes. We can extend your 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday with a flight from Mombasa to Zanzibar, or a Serengeti safari from Nairobi. The route and price change and we quote both in writing. See our Kenya safari and Zanzibar holiday and our Tanzania safaris from Nairobi for ideas.
When is the best time for a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday?
Jan to Mar and Jul to Oct are the most reliable. Jul to Oct brings migration herds to the Mara, but also higher fees. Apr and May are wet. Nov and early Dec are green and quieter, with good prices.
Is a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday good for honeymoons?
Yes. Many couples choose it for the mix of adventure and rest. We can add a romantic dinner, a balloon ride and an upgraded beach villa. See our Kenya honeymoon safaris for ideas.
Can children join a 13 day Kenya safari beach holiday?
Yes. Children over 6 do well on the safari days of this trip and the beach is easy for all ages. Mara fees for ages 9 to 17 are about half and ages 8 and under are free. See our Kenya family safaris for lodges with kids activities.
Do you arrange the flight tickets?
Yes. We book the Ukunda to Nairobi flight and include it in the price. International flights are not included, so book those yourself once we confirm your dates. We also help with hotel stays before and after, through our hotel booking in Kenya service.
Official information: Magical Kenya, the official Kenya tourism site.
Ready when you are. Send your dates and group size. We reply with a clear price and a plan you can change.
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