Kenya Honeymoon — Safari and the Indian Ocean
A nine-day honeymoon pairing private, luxurious days in the Maasai Mara — balloon flights, sundowners, candlelit dinners — with the white sand and warm water of Diani Beach.
About this safari
A honeymoon should hold both wonder and stillness. This journey gives you each in turn: first the Maasai Mara, in a private and romantic style — a hot-air balloon at sunrise, sundowners on the plains, a candlelit bush dinner, and the thrill of big cats at close range — then the Indian Ocean at Diani, one of East Africa's most beautiful beaches, for days of warm water, dhow sailing and doing gloriously little.
Wildtouch tailors every romantic touch to you, from the camp and beach resort to private dining and surprises along the way. It is a celebration built around two people, handled start to finish by the founder and his team.
What makes this one special
- Private, romantic days in the Maasai Mara
- Hot-air balloon safari at sunrise with champagne breakfast
- Sundowners on the plains and a candlelit bush dinner
- White sand and warm water at Diani Beach
- Dhow sailing and snorkelling on the Indian Ocean
- Every romantic touch tailored to you
The journey, morning by morning
Arrival, Nairobi
Met at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transferred to a boutique Nairobi hotel for the night, with a relaxed first evening after your flight.
Nairobi to the Maasai Mara
A short morning flight to the Maasai Mara and your private luxury camp. Settle in over lunch before an afternoon game drive across the plains, ending with sundowners as the light turns golden.
Maasai Mara — balloon and big cats
Lift off before dawn on a hot-air balloon safari over the plains, drifting above herds and rivers, then touch down to a champagne breakfast in the bush. The rest of the day is yours — game drives at your own pace, and a candlelit private dinner under the stars.
Maasai Mara — at your own pace
A full, unhurried day in the Mara — long game drives to find leopard and cheetah, time back at camp by the pool, and an optional visit to a Maasai community, shaped entirely around the two of you.
The Maasai Mara to Diani Beach
A morning game drive, then flights (via Nairobi or Mombasa) to the Indian Ocean coast and Diani Beach. Arrive at your beach resort in time to feel the sand underfoot and watch the sun set over the water.
Diani Beach — at leisure
A free day on one of East Africa's most beautiful beaches — warm, calm water inside the reef, soft white sand, and nothing to do but enjoy each other's company. A spa treatment for two can be arranged.
Diani Beach — dhow and reef
An optional traditional dhow sail with snorkelling over the coral reef, or a trip to a sandbank for a private lunch on the water — then back to the beach for a sunset to remember.
Diani Beach — your last full day
A final unhurried day by the ocean — swim, read, walk the beach at low tide, and toast the start of your marriage with the warm water at your feet.
Diani to home — departure
A relaxed morning before the transfer to Mombasa (or a flight to Nairobi) for your homeward journey. Wildtouch handles every transfer and check-in along the way.
How this journey unfolds — 3 stops in 9 days
- 1Nairobi
- 2Maasai Mara
- 3Diani Beach
The year on this safari, month by month
June to October for prime Mara wildlife and reliably warm, dry coastal weather; December to March is also excellent, with the coast at its sunniest. The long rains (around April–May) are best avoided for the beach.
Indicative pattern for Kenya's safari circuit. The long rains (around March–May) and short rains (around November) shift year to year.
Conditions along the route
Live readings where this safari spends its days.
The world this journey moves through
Representative photography of the landscapes and wildlife on this route — tap any photo to view it full screen. Client photography replaces these once Jacob's library arrives.
Included and not included
Included
- Meet-and-greet on arrival and all transfers and internal flights
- Private guided 4×4 game viewer in the Maasai Mara
- Luxury safari camp and beach resort as specified in your itinerary
- All park entry fees and meals as outlined per day on safari
- Bed and breakfast at the coast (other meals as specified)
- Romantic touches arranged with you
- Government taxes and levies
Not included
- International flights to and from Kenya
- Kenya visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Hot-air balloon, spa, dhow and other optional excursions unless specified
- Lunches and some dinners at the coast
- Personal items, drinks, gratuities
Honeymooners and couples celebrating a special occasion who want both a private safari and time on the Indian Ocean, with the planning handled for them.
An intimate luxury camp in the Mara and a romantic beach resort at Diani, chosen with you. Wildtouch arranges private dining, transfers and the romantic touches.
Questions travellers ask
- Can you arrange special romantic touches?
- Yes — a private bush dinner, a balloon flight, a couples' spa treatment, flowers or a celebration on a particular evening. Tell Jacob what would make it special and the team will arrange it.
- Could we swap Diani for Zanzibar or another beach?
- Yes. The safari pairs equally well with Zanzibar, the north Kenyan coast or another island. Wildtouch tailors the beach portion to you and arranges the connecting flights under one booking.
This itinerary is a starting point
Dates, lodges and pace are shaped around you — by Jacob, who runs the trip. Share your dates and party and we'll make it yours.