BUSH TO BEACH

KENYA

Begin with golden savannas and Big Five encounters in a private conservancy, guided by expert trackers who bring the wild vividly to life. Then trade game drives for dhow sails and ocean breezes along Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast. This is East Africa in perfect balance — raw wilderness followed by refined, barefoot ease. Adventure, then exhale.

Note that everything you see here is an example of what your trip could look like. Your adventure will be tailored specifically to you.

WHEN TO GO

JUL - OCT

ESTIMATED COST

$9,600

DURATION

8 NIGHTS

per person, excl. int'l flights

(based on two adults sharing)

START YOUR JOURNEY

WHY THIS ADVENTURE

Kenya is a land of rhythm: the pulse of hooves across open plains, the hush of wind through acacia trees, the steady tide along coral shores. This journey is designed as a crescendo and release. First, the intimacy of safari in a private conservancy, where wildlife roams freely and guiding feels deeply personal. Then, the soft landing of the coast, where Swahili culture, white sands, and warm Indian Ocean waters invite you to slow down. It’s a study in contrast: untamed mornings, salt-kissed afternoons, and evenings shaped by lantern light and horizon-wide skies.

JOURNEY FLOW

Your days begin in the bush, where dawn arrives in shades of amber and rose. Coffee is poured beside the vehicle before setting out across open plains, tracking lion through tall grasses or pausing as elephants cross your path. Midday is unhurried, with shaded decks, distant bird calls, the luxury of stillness. After a final golden-hour drive, you trade savanna for sea with a short flight to the coast. The air turns humid and fragrant with salt. Dhows drift offshore. Days unfold between reef explorations, long swims, and fresh seafood lunches, as safari’s intensity softens into barefoot calm.

HIGHLIGHTS

CORAL REEFS & INDIAN OCEAN CALM

Snorkel vibrant marine parks, paddle over clear shallows, or simply sink into shaded daybeds as tides roll in and out. The coast offers restoration after the thrill of safari.

SWAHILI COAST CULTURE

Discover Kenya’s coastal heritage through dhow sails, centuries-old trading towns, and cuisine shaped by African, Arab, and Indian influences. It’s a softer, storied counterpoint to the bush.

BIG FIVE ENCOUNTERS

Track elephant, lion, rhino, leopard, and buffalo across open savanna. Your guides interpret each sighting with insight into behavior, ecology, and conservation, transforming every game drive into a meaningful experience.

PRIVATE CONSERVANCY SAFARI

Explore wildlife-rich terrain beyond the crowds of the main reserve. With expert guides and off-road access, encounters feel intimate and unhurried, from lion prides at dawn to quiet moments watching giraffes graze at sunset.

WAYS TO PERSONALIZE

Add a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the savanna.

Include a private bush breakfast in a remote clearing.

Upgrade to a beachfront villa with dedicated staff.

Extend to Tanzania’s Serengeti for the Great Migration.

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

SWAHILI BEACH RESORT

A refined Indian Ocean retreat blending coastal luxury with architectural character rooted in Swahili tradition. Fringed by palms and backed by white sand, its spacious rooms, water sports access, and attentive service create a barefoot-elegant finale to your journey.

COTTAR'S 1920s CAMP

A heritage-inspired safari lodge nestled in a private conservancy adjacent to the Mara. Large, luxurious tents, highly personalized service, and expert guides deliver intimate Big Five encounters and a true sense of place.

ELEWANA SAND RIVER MASAI MARA

Set along the Sand River within the Masai Mara ecosystem, this elegant tented camp evokes classic safari style with contemporary comfort. Spacious canvas suites, river views, and one-of-a-kind guiding make for immersive wildlife moments at every turn.