How to plan Diani Beach holiday and Kenya safari with Encounter Africa Safaris.

How to plan Diani Beach holiday and Kenya safari with Encounter Africa Safaris. Planning a holiday to Kenya is all about experience the best both worlds; the thrill of a classic African safari and then the relaxation of a tropical beach escape. A safari that combines the dramatic wildlife of Kenya’s famous national parks with the pristine, white sands of Diani Beach is a popular choice for the travelers on the safari. While there are many tour operators, working and then travelling with a reputable and then experienced company like Encounter Africa Safaris can make the planning process very easy and then ensure you have unforgettable safari experience in Kenya.

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Encounter Africa Safaris, while its majorly known for their expertise in Uganda, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda also it organizes safari itineraries to Kenya. They are a local company with the immediate understanding of East Africa, allowing them to meet all your preferences and then choices that fits your budget and then the travel style. Their local guides and commitment to the client satisfaction are the cornerstones of their services, that takes you to both the Diani beach and then Kenya safari to various national parks and then reserves.

Designing your Kenya Adventure.

A combined safari and then beach holiday is a fantastic way to experience the diversity of Kenya. A typical safari itinerary will start with the action-packed safari portion and conclude with a few days of relaxation on the coast. This safari starts and then ends in Nairobi, the Kenya’s main capital city. In this article we bring you what is included in the itinerary, then highlighting the key parks and then the coastal paradise of the Diani beach.

The safari portion: From Nairobi’s capital city to the savanna parks.

Your safari will begin upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. Then our company representative from Encounter Africa Safaris will meet you and then welcome and brief you about the safari, after they will transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi for your first night stay. Nairobi itself offers the several interesting excursions, such as visiting the Giraffe center, the Karen Blixen Museum or the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, and among others which are the great options if you arrive with sometime during your safari.

The safari adventure will then begin with a drive to one of the Kenya’s attractive national parks the next days. A popular route includes a combination of the following.

Maasai Mara national reserve; Maasai Mara national reserve is arguably the most famous safari destination in Kenya, and then for the good reason. It is a vast savanna that is part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem and then it’s a home of the various number of the wildlife year-around. This is ‘’Big Cat Country’’ that offers the tourists on a safari a chance of giving you the excellent chances of spotting lion prides, leopards, and then cheetahs. During your safari to the park, you will go for the morning and then afternoon game drives, that takes you to the reserve’s open savannah plains to search for the ‘’Big five’’ (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and then rhino). For a truly special safari experience in Maasai Mara national reserve the tourists also go for the optional air balloon safari over the plains at the sunrise as this is a spectacular way to see the vast landscape and then the wildlife from above, and then the experiences end with a champagne bush breakfast. The Maasai mara national reserve is also the stage for the Great Wildebeest Migration, this is a breathtaking spectacle where millions of the wildebeest, zebras and then the gazelles cross the Mara River, if you are lucky enough to visit and having your Kenya safari between July and then October.

Amboseli National Park: Amboseli National Park is a wonderful safari destination that should not miss on your Kenya bucket list, a safari to Amboseli is excellent. The park is located at the base of the Mount Kilimanjaro, which is the Africa’s highest peak, the park is famous for its large herds of the elephants. During your Kenya safari, the iconic view of the elephants roaming with the snow-capped mountain in the background is one of the most classic safari scenes in all of Africa. The park’s ecosystem, with its marshes and then lakes as well support the wide variety of other wildlife in the park that includes the hippos, giraffes and among others plus the incredible number of the bird species that makes it a paradise for the birdwatchers.

Lake Nakuru National Park: Lake Nakuru national park is known for its stunning scenery and its population of the pink flamingos. On a Kenya safari Lake Nakuru is a key stop on many safari itineraries. While the flamingo numbers can fluctuate, the park is still a beautiful place for the game drives. It is a sanctuary for the endangered species and is one of the best safari destinations in Kenya to see the rare black and then the white rhinos. You will also see the leopards, lions, giraffes and then the variety of the other plain game.

After spending several days in these incredible parks, your safari portion will come to a close. From the final safari destination, you will be transferred to a local airstrip for a flight to the Kenyan coast.

The beach portion: Relaxation and adventure in Diani Beach.

After the rugged roads and dusty plains of your safari, the atmosphere changes completely as you arrive at the Ukunda Airstrip near Diani Beach. Diani is consistently ranked as one of the Africa’s best beaches, and for a good reason. Diani beach increases miles to soft, white sand, lined with the swaying palm trees and the warm, turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.

Your days in Diani beach will be a blend of pure relaxation and then exciting marine adventures. Here is a look at what you can do;

Relaxing on the beach: The major activity for many is simply relaxing. You can relax on a sun lounger, take the leisurely walks along the shore, and then swim in the clear, warm waters. The beach has the various numbers of the resorts and then the restaurants, that allows you to enjoy fresh seafood and then tropical drinks with a stunning view.

Watersports: For the tourists that are looking for a more action, Diani is a hub for the watersports. You can try kite-surfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding and then jet skiing. The calm, warm ocean and consistent breezes make it the best spot for all the skill levels, with lessons and then there are always the equipment’s to use that can be for hiring at the less costs.

Marine Excursions: Diani is a gateway to the vibrant underwater world. You can book a trip for snorkeling or the scuba diving to explore the nearby coral reefs, which inhabit with the colorful fish, sea turtles and then other marine life. A day trip to the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park is a highly recommended safari experience, to where you can snorkel and then dive in one of the most biodiverse marine parks in the world with a high chance of spotting the dolphins during the Diani beach experience.

Cultural and then local attractions: Beyond the beach, Diani beach offers the opportunities to engage with the local culture. You can visit the Colobus Conservation; this is a project dedicated to protecting the endangered colobus monkeys in the area. Another option is to visit to the Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest, this is a protected forest of the Digo people that offers you the information into the local traditions. You can even try a unique experience like a camel riding along the shoreline, especially during the sunset that offers you the wonderful safari experience.

Why choose Encounter Africa Safaris for this Kenya trip.

Planning a holiday with a safari and then a beach component involves proper arrangements to which is where a reliable tour operator becomes very essential to consider for the perfect experience. Encounter Africa Safaris is a great partner for this type of the trip due to their expertise and then approach to travel.

Detailed itineraries; Encounter Africa Safaris they do not just offer the pre-set packages, but they work with you to understand all your interests and then the preferences, whether you want a longer safari, specific wildlife sightings in Kenya’s wonderful national parks and national reserves or beyond to the more luxurious beach stay. This flexibility ensures that your safari is truly unique to you with the everlasting safari memories.

Experienced local guides: The quality of your safari often depends on your safari guide. Encounter Africa Safaris employs and then works with the professional, knowledgeable, and then experienced local guides that are well-versed in all the wildlife of Kenya that is the various animal species, bird species and among many others. They are excellent drivers, passionate wildlife spotters, and then valuable source of information and thus making your game drives and then transfers both safe and educational.

Logistical expertise: Handling your flights, transfers, park fees and then accommodation bookings in all your safari destinations that you would wish to explore can be stressful and tiresome. Encounter Africa Safaris takes care of all these details, and this allowing you to simply relax and then enjoy your holiday without any worries. Theya will arrange for the necessary flights especially the domestic ones from the safari parks to the coast that ensures that your safari is not disrupted or delayed in Kenya.

Responsible tourism: By booking with the local company like Encounter Africa Safaris, you are directly supporting the local economy. As us at Encounter Africa Safaris we are committed to the responsible tourism practices, and thus ensuring that your travel has a positive impact on the communities that you visit and then the wildlife that you come to see.

A Kenya safari and then Diani Beach holiday is the perfect combination of the adventure and then tranquility. By planning your trip with a trusted and then experienced local operator like Encounter Africa Safaris, you can be sure that every detail is handled with all your choices, that leaves you free to fully experience yourself in the magical of the Africa’s wildlife and then the serene beauty of the coast.

The best time to do Diani Beach holiday and Kenya safari.

The best time for a safari in Kenya is generally during the dry seasons, that is from June to October and then from January to February. During these months, the weather can be sunny and then dry and then vegetation in the parks can be sparse, making it mush easier to spot wildlife. As well during the period the animals always gather around the water sources, which makes game drives incredibly rewarding and excellent for the perfect views. This period also includes the famous Great Wildebeest Migration in the famous Maasai mara national reserve, which takes place from July to October. The weather can be cool and then dry, with low humidity making it comfortable game drives.

For the beach holiday in Diani the best weather is during the hot and then sunny seasons from December to March and the cooler drier seasons from July to October. Diani has a tropical climate, so it’s warm-year-round, but these periods are known by clear skies and then minimal rainfall. The ocean water is calm and the visibility is excellent, thus making it the perfect time for swimming, snorkeling, and then diving. The months of August and September are particularly good as they go with the peak safari season that offers the perfect beach and safari combination.

Therefore, the best time to plan a combined Kenya safari and Diani beach holiday is during the long dry season from July to October. This period allows you to witness the spectacular Great wildebeest migration in Maasai Mara national reserve, enjoy fantastic wildlife viewing in other parks, and then relax on the beautiful, sun drenched beached of Diani with excellent conditions for all the kinds of water activities. Another great option is the short dry season from January to February which is also fantastic for both safaris and beach activities with hot, sunny weather and clear waters.

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