39 days in Kenya Itinerary

You're likely to visit Nairobi at least once on a trip to Kenya, as the sprawling city houses the country's international airport and remains the jump-off point for many tours and safaris.

Step off the beaten path and head to ToKenya and River Rafting & Tubing. Get in touch with nature at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Helicopter Tours. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Oloolua Nature Trail, see the interesting displays at Nairobi National Museum, take in the awesome beauty at Elephant Hill, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

For more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read Nairobi road trip site.

London, UK to Nairobi is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Nairobi is 3 hours. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from London in December, with highs in Nairobi at 28°C and lows at 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Naivasha.

Nestled on the shore of the eponymous lake, the market town of Naivasha boasts an enviable location and serves as gateway to several national parks, including Hell's Gate--inspiration for the landscapes of Disney's "The Lion King." Boating among the hippos of the vast, placid lake; camping; and bird-watching top the list of things to do in Naivasha.

Get outdoors at Soysambu Conservancy and Hell's Gate National Park. Explore hidden gems such as Lake Naivasha and Enashipai Maa Museum. Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at The Naivasha Raptor Centre and indulge in some personalized pampering at Siyara Spa.

For ratings, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Naivasha trip builder app.

You can drive from Nairobi to Naivasha in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle. Traveling from Nairobi in December, Naivasha is slightly colder at night with lows of 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Baboons & Vervits and Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site. Step out of the city life by going to Lake Nakuru and County Simba Safaris Day Tours.

To find maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Lake Nakuru National Park online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in December, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can go by car to Nanyuki Town.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour, stroll through Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, and then make a trip to Equator Marker.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Nanyuki Town trip planner.

You can drive from Lake Nakuru National Park to Nanyuki Town in 4 hours. Another option is to do a combination of car, bus, and train. While traveling from Lake Nakuru National Park, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Nanyuki Town, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can fly to Amboseli National Park.

On a tour of Amboseli National Park, you can discover Kenya's diverse wildlife while enjoying stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Amboseli National Park and Elephant Garden Safaris. There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Selenkay Conservancy and take in panoramic vistas at Observation Hill.

To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Amboseli National Park online trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Nanyuki Town to Amboseli National Park in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Nanyuki Town in December, with highs in Amboseli National Park at 33°C and lows at 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Samburu National Reserve.

To see traveler tips, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Samburu National Reserve road trip site.

You can fly from Amboseli National Park to Samburu National Reserve in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and train. On the 27th (Wed), you're off to Lamu Island.

Explore hidden gems such as Lamu Old Town and Natural Lamu Beauty Spa.

For reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Lamu Island sightseeing planner.

Traveling by flight from Samburu National Reserve to Lamu Island takes 20.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car, train, and bus; or do a combination of car, train, and bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can fly to Watamu.

Hailed for its picturesque scenery and pristine beaches, the village of Watamu on Kenya's Indian Ocean coastline attracts both adventure seekers and those looking for a relaxing seaside holiday.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Local Ocean Conservation and Spiaggia delle Tartarughe. Step out of the city life by going to Boat Tours & Water Sports and Isola dell'Amore Watamu. Spend the 31st (Sun) exploring nature at Watamu National Marine Park. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Gede Ruins.

For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Watamu route planner.

Fly from Lamu Island to Watamu in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Watamu when traveling from Lamu Island in December, with lows around 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to travel to Diani Beach.

On a vacation in Diani Beach, a bustling resort town on Kenya's eastern coast, you can take advantage of a pristine sandy shore fringed by a verdant forest.

Slave Caves and Kongo Mosque are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Escape the urban bustle at Diani Beach and African Bush & Beach Adventures - Day tours. Venture out of the city with trips to Sheldrick Falls (in Kwale), Wasini Island (in Shimoni) and Coral Gardens (in Wasini Island). Spend the 4th (Thu) observing fascinating marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour. Spend the 11th (Thu) exploring nature at Shimba Hills National Reserve. There's much more to do: stroll through Colobus Conservation, tee off at Leisure Golf Club, get to know the resident critters at Snake Park, and take a peaceful walk through Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest.

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Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Watamu to Diani Beach takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight; or do a combination of taxi, bus, ferry, and car. January in Diani Beach sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to travel to Mombasa.

Mombasa rests on the exotic shores of the Indian Ocean and serves as a globally popular vacation destination thanks to its classy hotels and friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Nyali Beach and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Do some cultural sightseeing at Jumba la Mtwana and Shiva Temple. Change things up with a short trip to Kikambala Beach in Kikambala (about 46 minutes away). Spend the 14th (Sun) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. The adventure continues: stroll through Nguuni Nature Sanctuary, enjoy the sand and surf at Bamburi Beach, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

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Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Diani Beach to Mombasa takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in January, and nighttime lows around 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.