Family Safari – 11 Day Bush and Beach Safari

Kenya, Maasai Mara, Malindi Beach Safari, Child Friendly, Cultural Trips, Wildlife Safaris

A bush and beach safari is a fantastic vacation for the whole family. Experiencing Maasai Mara with children introduces them to wildlife and nature. The memories of a child seeing a lion or elephant for the first time is priceless! This will be followed by a relaxing time at the beach. The Indian Ocean awaits and it is time for the whole family to write their names on the white sandy beaches.

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Overview

Kenya’s beautiful destinations allow you to combine stays in more than one holiday destination. With the ease of getting from one place to the next, it is possible to combine a Maasai Mara wildlife safari with a few days at the beach. There are local flights and a good road & rail network that make this possible.

Enjoy early morning game drives and guided walking safaris on the Mara plains then sit in a dhow at the Kenyan coast as you sip afternoon cocktails and feel the warm Indian Ocean winds on your face. This bush and beach safari is a fantastic experience for the whole family.

Itinerary

Day 1
The vast Mara plains lie ahead dotted with acacia trees and different species of wildlife including the big five. Your vacation has now begun. Arrive at camp in time for lunch which will be followed by some time to relax as you await the afternoon game drive. The children can play on the camp lawns chasing butterflies and if they are not too tired, they can take part in the afternoon game drive. Return to camp for dinner.
Day 2
Awake to the sounds of birds chirping. Nature has plenty of wonderful sounds that you can listen to throughout the day. This morning will however be spent on a game drive. Our Maasai guides will tell you about the savannah and teach the children the sounds made by the different wildlife species. Return to camp for breakfast and relaxation. While you relax, the children will take part in engaging activities like colouring and Jenga. Lunch will be followed by an afternoon game drive. When you return to camp, you will enjoy a sundowner on the campgrounds which will be followed by dinner and storytelling at the fireplace.
Day 3
Wake up at dawn for one more safari in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. This will be followed by breakfast at the camp and check out. The Conservancy will be your home for the next few days. Your drive to the conservancy will be through the vast Mara plains moving from the Maasai Mara Reserve into the private and secluded conservancy.
Arrive at camp in time for lunch. You can have lunch at the restaurant or under the clear blue African skies. This will be followed by an afternoon game drive. The tranquility of the conservancy offers a more relaxing game drive. Return to camp for dinner and relaxation.
Day 4
Awake at dawn for a short early morning walking safari. These are some of the activities not possible in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The children can sleep in while parents explore the Mara on foot interacting with flora & fauna as well as the sights & sounds not easy to identify while in a safari vehicle. Return to camp for breakfast. The children can learn how to make and shoot bows and arrows while you unwind. The afternoon game drive is exciting and something to look forward to. It will be followed by a sundowner and a night game drive. During the night game drive, you will come across the exceptional nocturnal wildlife of the Mara. Return to camp for dinner and storytelling around the campfire.
Day 5
Wake up at dawn for an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at camp. Today will be spent at leisure. Lunch will be at camp but dinner will be in the wild – an exciting bush dinner, the best way to conclude your Maasai Mara family holiday.
Day 6
The beach beckons! Awake at dawn for an early morning game drive or walking safari followed by breakfast and check out.
Arrive in Watamu late in the afternoon. An endless view of the ocean and a calm, tranquil destination are underfoot. Enjoy a nice relaxing stroll on the beach followed by dinner at the hotel.
Day 7
Awake at dawn for a sumptuous Swahili breakfast followed by a day out snorkeling. Swim alongside the colourful fish in the Indian Ocean. Return to the hotel for lunch and relaxation at the beach followed by an evening catching the amazing African sunset over the ocean. Dinner will be at the hotel.
Day 8
Enjoy breakfast followed by a morning exploring the Gedi ruins. Learn about this historical and archeological site, the wildlife birds, and the fascinating Swahili culture. Walking along the nature trail will give you an opportunity to spot the 40 different plant species, and the remains of several mosques, palaces, and pillar tombs. Return to the hotel for lunch and a laid-back afternoon followed by dinner.
Day 9
Sleep in and awake to a nice relaxing breakfast. Spend the day at the beach where the children can play in the sand or ride camels on the beach. The laughter from these fun moments echoes across the calm ocean waves. Return to camp for lunch. The afternoon can be spent exploring the nearby market. Return to the hotel for dinner and relaxation.
Day 10
The beautiful coastal sounds fill the day. The day will be spent at leisure except for the afternoon boat ride to check out the mangroves. Return to the hotel for dinner and relaxation. Being your last night at the coast and in Kenya, an amazing evening awaits.
Day 11
Awake at dawn and enjoy one more beautiful African sunrise. You can watch the sunrise from the comfort of your hotel or right at the beach as you stroll and wade in the calm ocean waters. Return to your hotel for breakfast followed by checkout. As you and your family depart, remember that this is not goodbye but a brief parting until we meet again on your next safari.

Cost Info

Price includes

All meals and accommodation according to the program
Safari activities as per the program
Local air travel and ground transfers as per the program
Airstrip transfers in Maasai Mara
Shared day game drive safaris in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Shared day & night game drive safaris in the conservancy
Guided walking safari in the conservancy
Conservation fees and Masai Mara National Reserve park fees

Price excludes

Single room supplement
International fares and visa fees
Travel insurance
Balloon safaris
Laundry and other additional costs

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from $3,075

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