10-Day Gentle Big 5 Safari & Watamu Beach Escape – Crafted for Senior Travelers
This 10-day Kenya safari and beach holiday is designed especially for senior travelers who want comfort, slow,paced adventure, and meaningful moments in East Africa.
You’ll journey from the legendary Masai Mara Big 5 plains, through the pink-hued shores of Lake Nakuru and the tranquil gardens of Lake Naivasha, to the elephant-rich landscapes of Amboseli, and finally unwind on the warm Indian Ocean beaches of Watamu.
Every step of the way, we keep your comfort, accessibility, and wellbeing at heart ,gentle pacing, shorter transfers where possible, warm hospitality, and lodges chosen for ease and relaxation.
This is more than a safari tour for seniors, it’s a chance to reconnect, celebrate life, and savor Kenya at its most beautiful.
✨ Availability is limited, especially for lodges — reach out today to check availability.
✨ If this itinerary isn’t your perfect match, we’ll happily tailor it to your needs.
✨ Add-on experiences can be arranged on request (e.g., balloon rides, cultural visits, extra nights).
Tour Highlights
Carefully paced Kenya safari for seniors, balancing adventure and relaxation
Incredible wildlife encounters in Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli
Optional hot air balloon safari over Masai Mara
Rift Valley lakes: flamingos, woodland escarpments, and a serene Naivasha boat ride
Gentle travel flow with comfortable road transfers and SGR train ride to the coast
Three nights on the soft white sands of Watamu Beach
Ideal for senior couples, multigenerational families, and milestone celebrations
Expert-guided from start to finish
Tour Map
Tour Features
Accommodations
This tour uses comfortable mid-range, Luxury, or Budget lodges and tented camps.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
suitable for solo travellers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Family Friendly
This tour accepts families with kids from 0 years.
Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
We meet you personally at Jomo Kenyatta Airport or your Nairobi hotel for a warm welcome and brief orientation before beginning your senior-friendly safari adventure.
Settle in comfortably as you drive through the Great Rift Valley toward the world,famous Masai Mara (approx. 5–6 hrs).
Arrive at Zebra Plains Mara Camp in time for lunch, followed by your first gentle afternoon game drive across the golden plains.
Watch elephants, lions, giraffes, and grazing antelopes as the Mara welcomes you.
Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer Nairobi → Masai Mara
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 2
Full Day Game Drive at Masai Mara National Reserve
Begin with an optional hot air balloon safari and champagne breakfast (additional cost), an unforgettable sunrise experience ideal for milestone travelers.
Otherwise, enjoy an early morning game drive as the savannah wakes up.
Return for a relaxed breakfast and mid-morning rest before heading out again on a full-day safari with picnic lunch.
Seek the Big 5, witness predator action, and soak in the sweeping landscapes.
Return for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Safari game drives
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Flamingos & Woodland Escarpments
After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its rich birdlife, rhinos, and dramatic Rift Valley views (approx. 5 hrs with a stop in Narok).
Check in for lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive where you may spot endangered white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and flocks of flamingos.
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru
Accommodation
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha – Waterbirds & Tranquility
Start with an early morning game drive in Nakuru before enjoying breakfast at the lodge.
Proceed to nearby Lake Naivasha (approx. 1.5 hrs), a calm freshwater lake surrounded by acacia forests.
Check in for lunch, then enjoy a peaceful guided boat ride to see hippos, cormorants, and fish eagles.
Optional walking safari on Crescent Island is available.
Dinner and overnight by the lake.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha
Accommodation
Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
Day 5
Lake Naivasha to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro’s Majestic Silhouette
Enjoy breakfast before driving south to Amboseli via Nairobi (approx. 5 hrs).
Arrive at your lodge overlooking the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro and enjoy a warm lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for a game drive through Amboseli’s open plains, famous for its giant elephant herds.
Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road transfer Naivasha → Amboseli
Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Day 6
Amboseli – Elephant Encounters & Scenic Wonders
Start with a sunrise game drive to capture stunning views of elephants crossing the plains with Kilimanjaro glowing behind them.
Return for a gentle mid-morning break and lunch at the lodge.
Spend your afternoon exploring deeper into Amboseli, seeking lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and prolific birdlife.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Safari game drives
Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Day 7
Amboseli to Watamu – Coast via SGR Train
After breakfast, transfer to Emali SGR Station for a smooth and comfortable train journey to Mombasa (approx. 4.5 hrs).
Your coastal driver meets you at the station for your road transfer to Watamu (approx. 2 hrs).
Arrive at Turtle Bay Beach Club in time for dinner and settle into your seaside escape.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Road → Train → Road
Accommodation
Turtle Bay Beach Club, Watamu
Day 8
Watamu – Beach Relaxation & Indian Ocean Bliss
Enjoy a slow morning by the ocean, with breakfast overlooking the waves.
Today is yours to relax ,read a book, stroll the beach, or lounge by the pool.
Optional snorkeling or a glass-bottom boat excursion can be arranged. Dinner and overnight at the resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Resort leisure day
Accommodation
Turtle Bay Beach Club, Watamu
Day 9
Watamu – Leisure & Coastal Culture
After breakfast, choose from a relaxed beach day or an optional cultural visit to the historic Gede Ruins or a nearby local village (additional cost).
Enjoy your final coastal sunset before dinner and overnight at your beach resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Resort leisure day
Accommodation
Turtle Bay Beach Club, Watamu
Day 10
Watamu to Nairobi – Farewell Kenya
After breakfast, transfer to Malindi or Mombasa Airport for your flight to Nairobi.
If time allows, enjoy a quick snack or souvenir stop before your international flight home.
We’ll assist with check-in and bid you a warm farewell ,until you return to Kenya again.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport: Road transfer → Flight to Nairobi
Accommodation
No accommodation (End of tour)
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Landcruiser rates per Person
| Month/Season | Single | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January - June | $4,423 | $2,211 | $1,990 | $1,493 | $1,504 | $1,253 |
| July - October | $4,423 | $2,211 | $1,990 | $1,493 | $1,504 | $1,253 |
| November - December 20th | $4,423 | $2,117 | $1,927 | $1,398 | $1,428 | $1,158 |
| 21st December - January 1st | $4,423 | $2,211 | $1,990 | $1,493 | $1,504 | $1,253 |
Tour Van rates per Person
| Month/Season | Single | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January - June | $3,618 | $1,809 | $2,412 | $1,809 | $2,171 | $1,809 |
| July - October | $3,618 | $1,809 | $2,412 | $1,809 | $2,171 | $1,809 |
| November - December 20th | $3,618 | $1,714 | $2,349 | $1,714 | $2,095 | $1,714 |
| 21st December - January 1st | $3,618 | $1,809 | $2412, | $1,809 | $2,171 | $1,809 |
