7-Day Family Bush & Beach Combo: Mara Magic + Diani Bliss
Maasi Mara, Diani
A family holiday that blends wildlife wonder with seaside serenity — this 7-day adventure brings you the best of both worlds. Start with Kenya’s most iconic safari destination, the Maasai Mara, where big cats roam and elephants wander across endless plains.
Then swap the savannah for soft white sand and turquoise waters in Diani — perfect for swimming, snorkeling, camel rides, and pure family downtime.
This is easy, fun, seamless travel — crafted for families who want memories, not stress.
Safari highlights:
- Classic Maasai Mara safari with big-cat sightings
- Family-friendly lodges with pools and flexible meal times
- 3 relaxing nights on the award-winning Diani Beach
- Soft adventure: snorkeling, dhow sailing, camel rides
- Sunrise & sunset game drives
- Optional hot-air balloon safari
- Hassle-free flights between all destinations
The BlueArk Touch
Safari thrills, sandy toes, and a rhythm designed for kids and parents alike. We handle every detail — flights, transfers, guides, kid-friendly timing — so all you do is enjoy Kenya at its warmest.
Includes
- 3 nights full board in the Mara
- 3 nights half-board or all-inclusive at the beach
- Return flights: Nairobi → Mara → Diani → Nairobi
- All park entry fees
- Private game drives in a 4×4
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Drinking water on safari
Excludes
- Optional balloon safari
- Drinks & personal expenses
- Optional marine activities in Diani
- Tips & travel insurance
Wildlife on the Safari
Lions | Cheetahs | Buffaloes | Hyenas | Giraffes | Zebras | Impalas | Blue Wildebeest
Optional activities
- Masai/Samburu Cultural Village Visit
- Bush Dinner
- Hot Air Balloon Safari
Image gallery
Here are some of the pictures from the lodge
Book 7-Day Family Bush & Beach Combo: Mara Magic + Diani Bliss from $2,450 USD per person sharing
Itinerary
Fly from Nairobi straight into the Mara — a quick, scenic hop over the Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy your first afternoon game drive. Expect elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions… and wide eyes from the kids.
Overnight: Basecamp Explorer / Zebra Plains / Mara Sopa Lodge
Spend a full day exploring the savannah. Your guide adjusts the pace for your family — lots of sightings, lots of stops, lots of wonder. Picnic lunch under an acacia tree, then back to camp for a swim or relaxation before dinner.
Overnight: Same lodge
Another day to dive deeper into the reserve. Go big with a full day out or do a relaxed morning game drive and chilled afternoon. Optional Maasai village visit gives kids a hands-on cultural moment — beadwork, jumping dances, stories from local warriors.
Overnight: Same lodge
Enjoy a final sunrise in the Mara before flying to Diani via Nairobi. A warm Indian Ocean breeze greets you on arrival. Settle into your beachfront resort — palm trees, soft sand, and a pool calling your name.
Overnight: Baobab Beach Resort / Neptune Village / Leisure Lodge
A full day to explore at your own pace. Build sandcastles, swim in the ocean, snorkel over coral reefs, or simply enjoy a lazy day by the pool. Optional excursions include a dhow sail in Kisite Marine Park or a camel ride along the beach.
Overnight: Same resort
Another easy, sun-soaked day. Try local seafood, visit the Colobus Monkey Sanctuary, or take a glass-bottom boat tour — great for kids. Evenings are relaxed: warm breezes, family dinners, and the sound of waves.
Overnight: Same resort
After breakfast, enjoy the beach one last time before flying back to Nairobi. Arrive by early afternoon — tan glowing, memory cards full, and spirits lifted.