Kenya by Rail: Trains, Safaris & Beaches

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Wildlife Guided and Escorted

Carbon neutral

10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Ride the incredibly scenic Madaraka 'Safari Train' and listen to the wild history of the line as you look out for the resident elephants, zebras, lions and antelopes. This train runs between the east and west sections of Tsavo National Park!

Go wildlife spotting on 4WD safaris through Tsavo National Park – the oldest and largest national park in Kenya. Split into Tsavo West and Tsavo East, the park is known as the ‘land of lava, springs, man-eaters and magical sunsets.’

Visit the Patinaai Osim project – supported by The Intrepid Foundation, this project supports Indigenous Maasai women in creating sustainable livelihoods and rising above poverty and inequality.

Relax on Kenya's scenic coast for two full days at Diani Beach. Take a refreshing swim in the turquoise waters or chill out on the white sands with a good book.

Walk through Mombasa’s Old Town with your leader and uncover the vast array of architectural styles here, from the Omani doors and Gujarati terraces to the Portuguese facades and British ironwork.

Itinerary

On this 10-day trip through Kenya’s national parks and coastal landscapes, you’ll travel the local way – by train! Enjoying the scenery at a slower, more relaxed pace, you can spot wildlife out your window, get stuck into a good book or cross off all the iconic animals you see on safari. Starting in Nairobi, visit The Intrepid Foundation partner, the Patinaai Osim project, then discover Amboseli National Park from a comfortable lodge. Head out on 4WD safaris to spot lions, zebras, giraffes and elephants, then ride the Madaraka ‘Safari Train,’ steeped in local lore. In Tsavo National Park, go on more safari drives at dawn and dusk and star gaze to your heart’s content. Couple this with a walk through Mombasa’s Old Town and two days to chill out on the gorgeous paradise of Diani Beach and you’ve got an incredible adventure.

day 1 - Nairobi

Jambo! Welcome to Kenya. When you arrive at the airport, you’ll be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure then begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, perhaps head out and explore the National Museum of Kenya, the Karen Blixen Museum, or the highly recommended Bomas of Kenya, where traditional homesteads of several Kenyan tribes are displayed in an outdoor village.

included:Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer (shared)

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 2 - Amboseli National Park

After an early breakfast this morning, take the train to Emali. When you arrive, you’ll visit the Patinaai Osim project. Supported by The Intrepid Foundation, this project supports Indigenous Maasai women in creating sustainable livelihoods and rising above poverty and inequality. Learn how this Community Care Organization is committed to changing the narrative of girls and women in Indigenous communities and how they work to protect their fundamental human rights. The project also provides access to information and safe spaces for young girls. After, head to your lodge, which sits just outside of Amboseli National Park.

included:Patinaai Osim (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit

accommodation:Permanent Tented Camp