3-Day Ol Pejeta Rhino Safari to Diani Beach | Big Five & Endangered Rhinos Bush-to-Beach Combo
Walk among the last northern white rhinos before a coastal escape
Journey from Nairobi into the heart of Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and home to the planet's last two northern white rhinos. Spend two nights immersed in Big Five encounters, exclusive night game drives, and a moving visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, all set against the snow-capped backdrop of Mount Kenya. Your safari concludes with a comfortable SGR train transfer to the coast and a seamless drop-off at your Diani Beach hotel.
Tour Highlights
Wildlife You'll Encounter
Species commonly sighted on this safari route
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy — A2 Highway via Nanyuki (230 km, ~3.5 hrs)
7:00 am — Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel. Drive north on Thika Superhighway (A2) through the coffee estates of Thika and green highlands via Sagana. Cross the equator at Nanyuki (photo stop). Continue west to Ol Pejeta's main gate. Arrive by 11:00 am. Check in with panoramic Mt Kenya views. Lunch at the lodge. 2:30 pm — Afternoon open-vehicle game drive. Visit the Endangered Species Enclosure for close-range black rhino sightings, then meet Najin and Fatu — the last two northern white rhinos on Earth. Spot buffalo, eland, and Jackson's hartebeest. Return to camp by 6:30 pm.
Full Day Ol Pejeta — Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Game Drives & Mt Kenya Views
6:00 am — Sunrise open-vehicle game drive. Track lions, spotted hyenas, and leopards in riverside thickets. 9:00 am — Return for breakfast. 10:00 am — Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit. Walk the viewing platform as orphaned chimps play, groom, and call across the sanctuary. Stop at the Morani Information Centre. Lunch at camp. 3:30 pm — Afternoon game drive through the western sector. Burchell's zebra and impala graze beneath Mt Kenya's silhouette while secretary birds stalk through the grass. Return by 6:30 pm.
Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Nairobi & SGR to Mombasa (230 km drive + 472 km train)
5:30 am — Final sunrise game drive through Ol Pejeta's eastern boundary. 7:30 am — Quick breakfast and check out. 8:00 am — Depart south through Nanyuki, past the equator, through Sagana and onto Thika Superhighway. Arrive at Nairobi Terminus (Syokimau) by 12:00 pm. 1:00 pm — Board the Madaraka Express SGR train to Mombasa. The 472 km journey takes ~5 hours in air-conditioned First Class comfort with reclining seats and a buffet car — watch the landscape transform from highland to savannah to coastal lowland. Arrive at Mombasa Terminus by 6:00 pm. Met by your driver for the 40 km transfer south to Diani Beach (~1 hour via Likoni Ferry or Dongo Kundu Bypass). Arrive at your Diani Beach resort by 7:30 pm.
⟶Madaraka Express SGR Train Schedule
Board the high-speed Madaraka Express from your nearest station to Mombasa — air-conditioned comfort with panoramic views of Tsavo's plains.
| Nairobi Terminus | Emali (Near Amboseli) | Mtito Andei (Tsavo West) | Voi (Tsavo East) | Mombasa Terminus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | 9:27 AM / 9:31 AM | 10:50 AM / 10:51 AM | 12:02 PM / 12:08 PM | 2:00 PM |
Train Option
Board at the nearest station after your safari — Voi (Tsavo East) or Mtito Andei (Tsavo West). Arrive Mombasa by 2:00 PM. First-class tickets included in your package. A C.A.T.S representative meets you at Mombasa Terminus for the transfer to your beach hotel.
Jeep Option to the Coast
Prefer to continue in your private 4×4 Land Cruiser? No problem — at no extra cost. Your guide drives you directly to your Diani Beach hotel, arriving approximately 5:00 PM with wildlife spotting opportunities along the way.
Booking Information
- All prices are per person sharing in a double/twin room
- Single room supplement available on request
- Children under 12 receive discounted rates
- Custom itineraries available — contact us for a personalised quote
- Prices valid for 2025/2026 season — subject to park fee changes
What's Included
- ✓Nairobi hotel pickup in a private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser
- ✓Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout
- ✓Two nights full-board accommodation at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- ✓One night accommodation in Mombasa (bed and breakfast)
- ✓All game drives as per itinerary including night game drive
- ✓Ol Pejeta Conservancy entry and conservation fees
- ✓Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit
- ✓SGR train ticket Nairobi to Mombasa (First Class)
- ✓Diani Beach hotel drop-off
- ✓All meals as indicated in the itinerary
- ✓Bottled drinking water during game drives
- ✓All applicable government taxes and levies
What's Not Included
- ✗International and domestic flights
- ✗Visa fees
- ✗Travel and medical insurance
- ✗Alcoholic and soft drinks
- ✗Tips and gratuities for driver-guide and lodge staff
- ✗Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, souvenirs)
- ✗Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- ✗Diani Beach accommodation and meals after drop-off
Safari Season Guide
Best wildlife viewing. Great Migration in the Mara (Jul–Oct). Dry weather, sparse vegetation makes animals easy to spot.
Calving season in the Serengeti. Good birding. Pleasant weather with occasional showers.
Transition to dry season. Fewer crowds, good rates. Early migration movements begin.
Long rains (Apr–May) and short rains (Nov). Lowest prices. Lush landscapes, excellent birding, newborn animals.
Safari Pricing
Prices per person sharing in double/twin room
| Group Size | Economy | Comfort | Luxury | Superior Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $1,040 | $1,140 | $1,260 | $1,570 |
| 2 Persons | $650 | $720 | $790 | $980 |
| 3 Persons | $610 | $670 | $740 | $920 |
| 4 Persons | $590 | $650 | $720 | $890 |
| 5 Persons | $580 | $640 | $700 | $870 |
| 6-7 Persons | $560 | $610 | $680 | $850 |
| Single Room Supplement | $110 | $140 | $170 | $210 |
Prices are in USD per person sharing. Exact rates may vary based on specific accommodation choice and availability at time of booking. Contact us for a personalized quote.
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