Depart from your hotel or airport in Mombasa and drive north toward Arabuko Sokoke Forest, East Africa’s largest coastal forest. Birding starts right away as you explore this unique habitat, home to rare species like the Sokoke scops owl, Amani sunbird, and Clarke’s weaver.

Looking to extend your trip? We offer safaris from Watamu that connect easily with coastal birding zones.

After a morning birding walk, proceed to Tsavo East, known for its open plains and riverine habitats. Expect sightings of the golden-breasted starling, vulturine guineafowl, martial eagle, and African hawk-eagle.

Afternoon game drive focuses on both big game and birdlife.

Transfer to Tsavo West, which offers contrasting landscapes including volcanic hills and wetlands like Mzima Springs. Birders can spot the African finfoot, Narina trogon, and Verreaux’s eagle.

Explore our Kenya camping safaris if you prefer immersive overnight experiences in nature-rich areas like Tsavo.

Morning birding drive en route out of the park, then travel to Nairobi. Optional stop at birding hotspots such as Athi River or Lukenya Hills. Overnight in Nairobi.

Interested in faster transfers to avoid long drives? Our Kenya air safaris offer convenient internal flights.

Drive to the Rift Valley and arrive at Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake surrounded by acacia woodland. Spot the African fish eagle, grey-crested helmetshrike, and kingfishers. Take a boat ride to view water birds and hippos up close.

Proceed to Lake Nakuru, one of Kenya’s premier birding destinations. Known for its flamingo population and raptor diversity, the park also shelters white rhinos and Rothschild giraffes.

Explore more long-haul nature routes with our Kenya safari holiday packages for well-rounded experiences.

Depart for Maasai Mara, where birding meets big game. Over 470 species call this ecosystem home, including the secretary bird, lilac-breasted roller, kori bustard, and various larks and cisticolas.

Spend the day exploring the Mara’s grasslands, riverbanks, and escarpments. Spot ground hornbills, sandgrouse, and eagles alongside elephants, lions, and wildebeest.

Optional activities include a hot air balloon flight or a cultural visit to a Maasai village.

After breakfast and a short morning birding drive, transfer back to Nairobi for your afternoon return flight to Mombasa. End of safari.

If you support sustainable tourism, you’ll be glad to know we collaborate with the Haller Foundation, a local initiative working on environmental regeneration and community development in Kenya.