The Immersive Kenya Expedition (Culture, Villages, Wildlife Safaris & Wasini Island) 13D12N, Fully Guided

Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome from your host family as they greet you at Nairobi International Airport.

You’ll be transferred to an exclusive Nairobi homestay to settle in and relax without comprising the creature comforts of civility including WIFI, private bedrooms, electricity and hot shower. Spend time engaging with your vetted host family before delighting to a traditional home cooked dinner. Celebrate your first evening sharing stories with the family and its community settling you into the indulgence and creature comforts of feeling and being at home.

NOTE: Alternative to a homestay, elect for a private modern lodging with options at: The Boma Hotel, The Ekra Hotel or The Tamarind Tree Hotel. Either way, your days will begin and end with your host family guiding and sharing the very best Kenya has to offer.

Wake up to the smell of a freshly cooked breakfast. Today, gain your first taste into the wildlife care and conservation of Kenya.

Journey to the renowned Giraffe Centre, a local non-profit organisation focused on the protection of the high Rothschild Giraffe. Embark on an inspiring escapade learning about the conservation efforts and a chance to observe and feed these elegant animals. Delve deeper as you call into a baby elephant orphanage at David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Take a glimpse into a project which rehabilitates these young mammals while educating its conservancy. Find connection to the importance of these majestic creatures by getting up close to see and feel them.

Enjoy lunch before spending the late afternoon at a local children’s orphanage where you’ll engage and bond with the joyful children. An immersive experience with locals, hear the stories of the children and learn how the orphanage strives to provide for a good and safe home. Feel immense gratitude as proceeds of your trip are contributed to giving well-needed supplies that you’ll personally gift while here.

Come evening, retire back at your cosy homestay with dinner lovingly prepared by your host family.

Enjoy breakfast with the family before venturing off the beaten path immersed into a Maasai Tribal Village.

A day of raw cultural connection, experience firsthand their rich and fascinating lives as you engage and mingle with the people of the tribe. Be welcomed into their village with utter intimacy and immersion. Bond and form relationships with one of the most recognised tribes throughout Africa. Be captivated at every single moment as you gain insight into their traditional way of life from cow dung mud huts, drinking cow’s blood, dressing in colourful tribal clothing, high jumping skills and simply living only amongst their own kind in remote areas. Along the way, indulge in a village lunch and spend time absorbing meaningful conversations with tribal elders, creating in the fabrication of artisan crafts, participating in traditional ceremonies and delighting in the joys of tribal children. By the day’s end you’ll have created the fabric of a memorable journey.

Spend the evening unwinding back at your homestay before being treated for another delightful family cooked dinner.

Today see’s you enjoying an early breakfast for a quick flight to the beautiful coast of Mombasa.

Upon arrival, venture straight into the mysteries and treasures of this coastal town meandering its old city. Visit Mombasa’s celebrated landmarks from the Moi Avenue known for its giant elephant tusk monument and Fort Jesus, a colonial fort built in the 1500’s during the East African slave era. Gain insight into its burden history where slaves were perished from torture, hunger and diseases during this time. Marvel at this multicultural and historical old city as you stroll through the narrow-stoned streets before a delicious beachfront lunch. Continue exploring the city’s vibe by discovering the local street markets and be fascinated in the intricate and colourful handcrafted goods of creative artisans.

You’ll stay at a five-star beachfront resort. Relax in your spacious ensuite rooms opening to a balcony or patio overlooking the vast ocean. Or, take a refreshing dip in its seven-layer cascading pool running for 200 meters along the edge of the ocean. It is fed by spring water and natural salts, great for your skin. Come evening, tantalise your tastebuds in the hotel’s restaurant boasting freshly caught seafood to local delights.

Begin with an early departure to the pristine Wasini Island. Unleash your inner adventurer spirit as you set sail on a traditional dhow boat cruising the Indian Ocean in search for dolphins. Uncover an underwater paradise and into the pristine waters of Kisite Marine National Park, snorkeling amongst a kaleidoscope of colourful marine wildlife and coral reefs.

Be treated to a tropical seafood lunch on the beach before a journey into the fascinating and historical Waisini’s Fishing Village and the Shimoni Slave Caves. Be intrigued as you learn about its rich and ancient history serving as a remembrance where you’ll see where slaves were kept prior to boarding the ships during the East African slave era.

Unwind back at your beachfront haven before another fresh and locally sourced dining affair.

Indulge in a leisurely breakfast and spend the day doing as little or as much as you please. Delve into the luxuries and unearth the experiences of this beach oasis.

Bask in the sunshine at the beach or spend the day lazing at the cabanas by the pool. The pool bar is the perfect spot to swim up and enjoy a refreshing cocktail. For those in pursue of a pampering indulgent, whisk away to the wellness and spa center complete with an indoor pool, jacuzzi and an array of spa treatments to relax your mind, body and soul.

For those in search of adventure, embark on a dhow cruise boat retracing the steps of the Arab and Swahili sailors that will leave you marveling at the romantic beauty of the coast. Take on a Sundowner Safari for voyage to Shimba Hill giving sweeping panoramic views as you capture the sunset with a cool beverage in hand. For the water lovers, partake in kite surfing to scuba diving. (Activities are arranged at additional cost).

Today, embark on a cultural immersion discovering the Indigenous Mijikenda Tribe who reside within the sacred Kaya Forest.

Spend the day completely intrigued into their cherished culture as you gain insight about their unique customs of natural remedies, agriculture, traditional ceremonies, familial heritage, holy blessings and more. A rare, off beaten and enchanting experience that will take you on a transformative journey as you find connection to the local tribe of the forest.

You’ll stay at a beachfront oasis of Mombasa. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Enjoy sundowners by the beach, unwind poolside with a refreshing dip in one of five swimming pools or pamper yourself at the beachfront spa. Whisk away to your ensuite rooms and savour the tranquility at your private terrace giving spectacular ocean or garden views.

Indulge in a leisurely breakfast and spend the morning doing as little or as much as you please. Delve into the luxuries and unearth the experiences of this beach oasis. Bask in the sunshine at the beach or spend the day lazing at the cabanas by the pool. The pool bar is the perfect spot to swim up and enjoy a refreshing cocktail. For those in pursue of a pampering indulgent, whisk away to the wellness and spa center complete with an indoor pool, jacuzzi and an array of spa treatments to relax your mind, body and soul.

Enjoy lunch before a late afternoon flight back to Nairobi where you’ll reunite with your host family. Transfer back to your welcoming homestay and indulge in a home cooked meal lovingly prepared by your host as you share stories of your incredible adventures so far.

Embark on a full day game drive adventure in Lake Nakuru National Park capturing the elegance of its shimmering lake. A paradise for bird lovers, Lake Nakuru is home to thousands of flamingos that make their life on the abundance of blue-green algae which is food. The presence of this particular algae attracts a huge number of flamingos throughout the year. Marvel at these elegant creatures that nestle along the shores alongside hundreds of species of other birds. You’ll be in pursue of more wildlife from the rare and elusive white and black rhinos and grand baboons. It is also home for a chance to see the unique leopard, the hardest of the Big 5 to see to the rare and endangered Rothschild giraffes.

After sunset, unwind at your safari lodge. You’ll stay at a picturesque lodge located on a range of hills that form the western limits of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. Unwind in your ensuite room boasting breathtaking views over Lake Nakuru and surrounding national park. Absorb the tranquility of the vast wilderness on your private balcony which is also perfect for watching the sunrise. Laze by the picturesque pool or lounge and enjoy sundowners at the bar. This evening, indulge in a dining affair bursting local flavours while overlooking magnificent views of the lake at the lodge’s restaurant.

Indulge in a delightful breakfast before a journey to the Masai Mara National Reserve, the jewel of Kenya’s Game Parks. Covering an area of 1510 square km (583 sqaure miles), it boasts a land of breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife and endless plains. Time your visit, and the fortunate souls can witness the spectacular annual migrating attracting millions of animals including over 1 million wildebeest and 300,000 zebras passing through Masai Mara from July to October each year.

You’ll arrive in time for lunch at your luxury safari lodge before venturing out for an exhilarating afternoon game drive. Voyage on an exquisite and quintessential Masai Mara safari where the reserve is home to an excellent year-round concentration of game and home to the notable Big Five. Be in wonderment as you unearth an area of preserved savannah wilderness in southwestern Kenya and situated along the Tanzanian border. A photographer and naturalist's paradise, search from wildebeest, zebras and other antelopes that make up the famous Great Migration to elephants, buffalos, giraffes, lions and cheetahs. Keep eyes peeled for the elusive leopard that are frequently encountered, endangered black rhino and large rafts of hippos found in the Mara River. Marvel at a serene landscape of grassy plains and rolling hills, crossed by the Mara and Talek Rivers. Along the way, traverse villages home to the Maasai tribe that dot along the reserve.

After a thrilling safari adventure, relax in the comforts of your safari camp. You’ll stay in the heart of the Masai Mara Game Reserve for a truly unique African safari experience for game viewing. Unwind in your luxury safari ensuite tents or laze by the picturesque pool. This evening, dine amongst the wonders of nature in a traditional boma style setting. Indulge in a farm to plate dinner affair showcasing fresh and local produce from its onsite organic garden.

Savour another adventure into the abundant Masai Mara National Reserve on a full day safari delving deeper into its wildlife paradise.

Begin with a delicious breakfast before venturing out into the savannahs for the entire day as you delve deeper into the pursuit for more unforgettable wildlife adventures. Spend the rest of the evening unwinding back at camp. A perfect final night to relax by the pool bar before another delicious dinner in the wild.

Another day for adventure, venture out this morning basking in one last game drive delving deeper into the wildlife paradise for the Big Five before departing for Nairobi.

Bid farewell to the national reserve and stop by the beautiful Olmalaika Trust. Engage in an immersive experience learning about the provision of accommodation towards shielding young girls from pervious trauma of Female Genital Mutilation (FGN) and childhood marriages to create a nurturing environment.

Enjoy lunch along the way before departing for Nairobi and reunite with your host family. Enjoy a last evening together with a Kenyan farewell gathering as you celebrate and reflect an incredible journey and share stories.

Indulge in one last Kenyan breakfast with your host family before delving into the colourful, bustling and biggest local street markets of Nairobi. Meander the streets and rub shoulders with locals as you admire artifacts and handcrafted goods from curios, paintings, drawings, jewelry, clothes and fabrics boasting East African prints handmade by local artisans. A great opportunity to buy last minute souvenirs of your inspiring adventure.

Savour a delicious lunch as you reflect together on a magical and immersive journey before a transfer to Nairobi airport for an afternoon or evening flight for your onward journey.

NOTE: This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions and local arrangements may cause variation.