Great Rail Journeys
Treasures of Kenya
10 daysfrom $6,676
Intrepid Travel · Escorted small group tour
Kenya by Rail: Trains, Safaris & Beaches
Discover Kenya's iconic wildlife and scenic beauty by train on an adventure to Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Taita Hills, Tsavo National Park, Diani Beach and Mombasa.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Hotel
Nairobi
Arrive at the airport and be met by a local representative for a complimentary transfer to your hotel. Welcome meeting at 6 pm. Optional exploration of the National Museum of Kenya, Karen Blixen Museum, or Bomas of Kenya.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 2railovernight: Permanent Tented Camp
Amboseli National Park
After an early breakfast, take the train to Emali. Visit the Patinaai Osim project supported by The Intrepid Foundation, which supports Indigenous Maasai women in creating sustainable livelihoods. Head to your lodge just outside Amboseli National Park. Travel time approximately 4 hours.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 3overnight: Permanent Tented Camp
Amboseli National Park
Optional sunrise hot air balloon safari over Amboseli. The park covers 392 sq km and is home to the largest population of African elephants in Kenya, including 'big tuskers' and 'super tuskers.' Enjoy views of Mt Kilimanjaro on clear days. Morning guided nature walk followed by an afternoon 4WD safari to spot elephants, zebras, buffalo, lions and giraffes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 4railovernight: Safari Lodge
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Board The Madaraka Express to Taita Hills on the famous line cutting between east and west sections of Tsavo National Park – once known as the 'lunatic line.' Look out for elephants, zebras and antelope from your carriage. Visit the Taita Hills Sanctuary Reforestation project. Optional star gazing at the sanctuary tonight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 5overnight: Safari Lodge
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Morning wildlife viewing adventure in Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, surrounded by Tsavo West National Park. The sanctuary is home to African elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, leopards, hyenas, giraffes and zebras. Afternoon safari, then dinner at the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 6overnight: Safari Lodge
Tsavo East National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives in either Tsavo East or Tsavo West National Park, depending on where animals are migrating. Travel time approximately 4.5 hours.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 7railovernight: Beach Resort
Diani
Take the train from Voi to Mombasa. Leader-led walk through Mombasa's Old Town – visit the Mandhry Mosque (built 1570), 16th-century Fort Jesus (UNESCO World Heritage site), and the spice market. Take a private vehicle to your beachside resort on Diani Beach. Travel time approximately 3.5 hours.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8overnight: Beach Resort
Diani
Free day at Diani Beach. Popular for snorkelling and swimming. Optional trips to coral reefs or Shimba Hills National Reserve for wildlife spotting.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9overnight: Beach Resort
Diani
Relax at the beach or explore optional activities. Walk or take a tuk-tuk down Diani's main road past Nandi flame trees, artisan shops and restaurants. Optional visit to Kaya Kinondo sacred forest. Watch the sunset with local food recommended by your leader.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 10
Depart
Last day of the adventure. After breakfast, no further activities are planned. Speak to your booking agent ahead of time if you wish to extend your stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Included
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer (shared) on Day 1
- Patinaai Osim (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit
- Amboseli National Park – Morning Guided Nature Walk
- Amboseli National Park – Afternoon 4WD Safari
- Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – Reforestation Project visit
- Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – Morning 4WD Safari
- Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – Night Safari
- Tsavo – 4WD Safari (morning and afternoon game drives)
- Mombasa – Old Town Leader Led Tour
- 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners
- Accommodation as per itinerary (Hotel 1 night, Permanent Tented Camp 2 nights, Safari Lodge 3 nights, Beach Resort 3 nights)
- Transport by train, 4WD safari vehicle and private vehicle
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Tips/gratuities
