This eight-day Kenya Signature Honeymoon is crafted for couples who want the very best of East Africa, woven together into one seamless, romantic journey. You will wake up to Kilimanjaro sunrises in Amboseli, track red elephants across Tsavo's sweeping savannahs, and watch wildlife gather at a floodlit waterhole in Taita Hills before the Indian Ocean calls you to Diani Beach. Africompass takes care of every detail, from your Nairobi pick-up to your scenic SGR train ride back from the coast, so you can focus entirely on each other. With handpicked lodges, candlelit dinners, and expert guides fluent in English, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese, this is the honeymoon Kenya was made for.
Your Africompass guide will collect you from your Nairobi hotel or the airport in the morning and set off on the scenic drive south toward Amboseli National Park, with the Kenyan countryside unfolding around you. You will arrive at Oltukai Lodge in time for a leisurely lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive framed by the iconic silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro. The day will close with a romantic candlelit dinner at the lodge.
An early start will reward you with the magical golden light of a Kilimanjaro sunrise, perfect for photography during the morning game drive. You will have the option to visit a traditional Maasai cultural village, gaining a warm glimpse into the community that has coexisted with Amboseli's wildlife for generations. The afternoon will be yours to unwind at the lodge pool or stroll the observation deck, before a sunset game drive and another candlelit dinner bring the day to a gentle, romantic close.
After a satisfying breakfast you will depart Amboseli and journey northeast into Tsavo East, one of Kenya's oldest and largest national parks, famous for its legendary red elephants and expansive open savannahs. You will check in at Voi Wildlife Lodge and enjoy lunch with panoramic views over a waterhole that attracts a steady stream of wildlife throughout the day. The afternoon game drive will introduce you to lions, elephants dusted in Tsavo's red laterite soil, and vast herds roaming the golden plains.
A morning game drive through the broad plains of Tsavo East will give you one final chance to spot its celebrated red elephants and lion prides before you cross into Tsavo West, a park of dramatic volcanic landscapes and lush riverine scenery. You will check in at Man Eaters Lodge for lunch and then head out to Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear spring waters teem with hippos, crocodiles, and shoals of barbel fish visible through an underwater viewing chamber. Evenings here carry a wonderfully wild atmosphere along the river.
After breakfast you will head to the enchanting Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and check in at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge, whose stilted architecture rises above the bush and gives your room a grandstand view over the surrounding wildlife area. An afternoon sanctuary game drive will bring you close to elephants, buffalo, leopard, and a rich variety of plains game in this compact but remarkably diverse ecosystem. As evening falls, the lodge's floodlit watering hole becomes a theatre of wildlife, providing an impossibly romantic setting for your night together.
After a relaxed breakfast overlooking the waterhole, you will begin the journey to the coast, travelling to Voi Station where you will board the scenic SGR train to Mombasa before a short transfer south brings you to the sun-drenched shores of Diani Beach. Leopard Beach Resort will be your home for the next two nights, a beautifully appointed property set right on the white coral-sand beach. The afternoon will be devoted entirely to relaxation, and an optional couple's spa treatment is available at additional cost for the perfect coastal arrival.
Day 7 will be a full day of leisure on the pristine white sands of Diani Beach, where the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean stretch out before you. For the adventurous, a snorkelling or scuba diving excursion to Kisite Marine Park, a romantic traditional dhow cruise along the coast, jet skiing, or a camel ride on the beach are all available at an additional cost. The day can also be spent simply soaking up the sun, enjoying a spa session, or taking a gentle sunset beach walk hand in hand.
Your final morning will begin with a leisurely breakfast at Leopard Beach Resort, giving you a last chance to savour the ocean breeze before you transfer north to the Mombasa SGR terminus for your comfortable train journey back to Nairobi. You will arrive in the capital with hearts full of extraordinary memories, from Kilimanjaro sunrises and red-dust game drives to candlelit lodge dinners and warm Indian Ocean evenings.
All rates are per person and vary by travel season. Choose your season below to view the applicable pricing.
| Per adult | USD 1,839.33 |
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It depends on what you want to see. For the Great Migration river crossings in the Maasai Mara, visit between July and October, when the herds cross the Mara River in search of fresh grazing. For calving season and dense predator activity, January to March is excellent, particularly around the southern Serengeti. Kenya's two dry seasons (June to October and January to February) generally offer the clearest skies and easiest game viewing across Amboseli, Tsavo, and Samburu, since animals gather around limited water sources. The 'green season' (November and April to May) brings lush scenery, migratory birdlife, and lower rates, though some rural roads can be muddy. Tell us your travel dates and priorities, and we will recommend the destinations that fit best.
Most nationalities need a Kenya eTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation), applied for online before you fly; Tanzania and Zanzibar require their own separate visa, available online or on arrival depending on your nationality. Entry requirements change from time to time, so confirm the current rules for your passport a few weeks before departure. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if you are arriving from, or have transited through, a Yellow Fever risk country, and we recommend it in general along with being up to date on routine vaccinations (MMR, tetanus, hepatitis A and B). Most safari areas are malaria zones, so antimalarial medication is strongly advised. Always check final requirements with your doctor or a travel health clinic, and ask us for the latest entry rules when you book.
Every itinerary we build is private and tailor-made by default: your own vehicle, driver-guide, and schedule, with no strangers added to your trip. That means you can linger an extra morning at a favourite lodge, adjust the route on the go, or add a visit to the Emmanuel New Hope Rescue Centre we support. If you would rather share costs or travel as a solo guest, we can also arrange a scheduled group departure and match you with other travellers on similar dates. Either way, your safari is planned by our Nairobi-based specialists around your budget, dates, and interests, not a fixed package.
Safari costs vary widely depending on where you stay and how you travel. Budget camping safaris in parks like Amboseli or Lake Nakuru can start from around USD 150 to 250 per person per day, mid-range lodge safaris typically run USD 250 to 450 per day, and luxury tented camps in the Maasai Mara or Serengeti can exceed USD 750 per day. Your quote always includes a private vehicle, driver-guide, park fees, and accommodation as specified in your itinerary. Since every trip we build is tailor-made, tell us your budget and travel dates and we'll show you exactly what it buys, with no hidden extras.
Pack light, neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, beige) for game drives, since bright colours and dark blue can attract tsetse flies in some regions. Bring layers for early morning drives, which can be cold even near the equator, plus a hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen. A good pair of binoculars, a camera with a zoom lens, and a portable charger make a real difference to the experience. Comfortable closed shoes are more useful than sandals, and most lodges offer laundry service, so you rarely need more than a week's worth of clothing even on a longer trip. We send a full packing checklist tailored to your specific itinerary and season once you book.
Yes. Alongside our guided safaris, we offer both self-drive car hire and chauffeur-driven vehicles for clients who want more flexibility around Nairobi, the coast, or shorter road trips. Self-drive suits experienced drivers comfortable with Kenyan road conditions, while a chauffeur-driven car is the better choice for game-viewing routes, night driving, or if you'd simply rather relax and let a local expert handle the roads. All our vehicles are well-maintained 4x4s suited to both tarmac and rougher safari tracks. Let us know your route and dates and we'll recommend the right option.
Millions of visitors travel safely to Kenya and Tanzania every year, and the main tourist circuits, national parks, and coastal resorts are well-established and closely monitored. As with any international travel, sensible precautions apply: use a reputable operator (we're KATO-verified), avoid displaying valuables in cities, and follow your guide's advice in wildlife areas, where the real risk is animals, not crime. We stay in regular contact with our clients throughout their trip, and our drivers know the routes and current conditions well. If you have specific safety questions about your itinerary, we're happy to talk them through before you book.
Absolutely, it's one of our most popular combinations. A typical itinerary pairs 4 to 7 days on safari in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, or Serengeti with 3 to 5 days unwinding on the beach in Zanzibar or Diani Beach, taking advantage of short connecting flights between the two. We handle all the logistics, including domestic flight bookings and airport transfers, so you go straight from game drives to the Indian Ocean without the stress of planning it yourself. Tell us how many days you have and we'll suggest a balance between wildlife and beach time that fits your trip.
