15 days in Kenya Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): explore the ancient world of Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Nakuru.

For traveler tips, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Lake Nakuru National Park trip maker app.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Lake Nakuru National Park is an approximately 12-hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Dubai to Lake Nakuru National Park. In May, Lake Nakuru National Park is colder than Dubai - with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can 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.

On the 3rd (Wed), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Hell's Gate National Park.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, use the Naivasha trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Lake Nakuru National Park to Naivasha in 2 hours. May in Naivasha sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to fly to Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Home to the Great Migration and Africa's exceptional wildlife, Maasai Mara is a must on a Kenya itinerary.

Spend the 4th (Thu) surrounded by wildlife at Mara Triangle. Next up on the itinerary: take a memorable tour with Tours and stroll through Musiara Swamp.

For reviews, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Maasai Mara National Reserve trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Naivasha to Maasai Mara National Reserve takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of shuttle, bus, and car. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to fly to Nairobi.

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.

Spend the 10th (Wed) exploring nature at Nairobi National Park. Spend the 9th (Tue) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Giraffe Centre, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, buy something for everyone on your list at The Hub Karen, and see the interesting displays at Karen Blixen Museum.

To see where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Nairobi road trip site.

You can fly from Maasai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can travel to Tsavo National Park East.

On the 11th (Thu), stroll through Tsavo East.

For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Tsavo National Park East trip planner.

Traveling by combination of train and car from Nairobi to Tsavo National Park East takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 11th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Fri): see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Fort Jesus Museum, then stop by Imani Collective, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Haller Park.

To see other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Mombasa day trip planning site.

Traveling by combination of car and train from Tsavo National Park East to Mombasa takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car, train, and flight. May in Mombasa sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time 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.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): kick back and relax at Diani Beach and then take a memorable tour with Tours.

To see ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Diani Beach trip planning site.

You can do a combination of ferry and car from Mombasa to Diani Beach in 1.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and flight. May in Diani Beach sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C at night. You will leave for home on the 15th (Mon).