2 Days / 1 Night Beach-to-Beach Safari – Diani → Masai Mara → Diani
Duration
Safari Overview
Route: Diani → Masai Mara → Diani
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Highlights:
Experience Kenya’s iconic Big Five wildlife in the Masai Mara National Reserve while minimizing travel time. This itinerary combines a short flight from Diani with an overnight stay in the Mara and a quick return to the beach.
Included
Roundtrip flights: Diani → Masai Mara → Diani
Private safari vehicle with guide for game drives in the Mara
1-night accommodation in Masai Mara (lodge/camp)
Park fees and conservation charges
Meals: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
Bottled water during game drives
Excluded
Drinks, tips, and personal expenses
Optional activities (hot air balloon, Maasai village visit, etc.)
Tour Plan
Morning – Flight from Diani to Masai Mara
- Early morning transfer from your Diani hotel/resort to Ukunda Airstrip
- Scenic flight to Masai Mara (approx. 1 hour)
- Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your adventure
Mid-Morning – Start Safari Game Drive
- Explore the Mara’s vast savannahs
- Wildlife highlights: lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffalo, leopards (Big Five)
- Visit different regions of the reserve to maximize sightings
12:30 PM – Lunch in the Mara
- Lunch at a lodge or picnic in the park
Afternoon – Second Game Drive
- Continue exploring the Mara for photography and wildlife encounters
Evening – Overnight in Masai Mara
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge or tented camp in the reserve
Early Morning – Optional Game Drive / Sunrise Safari
- Catch the early morning activity of predators and herbivores
- Optional hot air balloon safari (extra cost)
08:00 AM – Breakfast at the Lodge
09:00 AM – Leisure or Short Game Drive
- Enjoy the morning in the Mara before departure
Late Morning – Flight back to Diani
- Transfer to the airstrip for your return flight
- Scenic aerial views of the Great Rift Valley
12:00 PM – Arrival at Diani Beach
- Transfer back to your hotel/resort, marking the end of the safari
