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    Great Migration & Quiet Coast – Mara & Diani


    Big plains moments in the Mara, followed by warm coast days designed for rest, swim time, and together time.


    • This journey pairs four nights in the Mara area with four nights on Diani or Galu Beach, held inside a calm rhythm with only three main bases.

    • Travel is shaped for families and multi-generational groups who want a clear route, strong guiding, and time built in to settle in place.


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    Route at a glance 

     This route balances Migration time with coast rest, keeping the journey clear and spacious with only two main bases after Nairobi.

    • Nairobi (2 nights)

    • Maasai Mara private conservancy or quiet reserve base (4 nights)

    • Diani or Galu Beach (4 nights)

    Your host confirms flight timings and transfer details after dates, group size, and ages are shared.

    Who this journey is for


    This journey fits families and multigenerational groups who want a clear safari-to-coast flow, strong guiding in the Mara, and beach days that support rest and together time.

    • First-time Migration planners who want a straightforward route and confident support with timing and season choices.


    • Families with mixed ages who prefer a calm pace, with time built in for naps, swims, and flexible mornings.


    • Multigenerational travellers who value comfort, shorter transitions, and space to settle in each place.


    • Celebration trips such as anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or a shared family chapter, with a journey shape that suits both adventure and rest.


    • Guests who want safari depth plus recovery time by ending on the coast with long mornings and easy evenings.

    Signature vs Legacy fit within this journey


    • Signature suits families who want high luxury comfort with a clear, well-held plan.


    • Legacy suits families who want elevated comfort through greater space, privacy, and exclusivity across the same route.


    Journey highlights


    These highlights focus on how the journey feels for families and multigenerational groups, not on selling features.


    • A clear safari-to-coast rhythm.

      Big wildlife days in the Mara, followed by warm ocean days that allow energy to reset.


    • Four full nights in the Mara.

      Enough time to follow the Migration patterns, adjust game drive timing, and return to camp early when preferred.


    • Private guiding throughout.

      Game drives shaped around your family’s pace, interests, and attention span.


    • Calm travel flow.

      Only three main bases, with flights and transfers timed to avoid long days.


    • Beach days designed for rest.

      Long mornings, swim time, and simple choices rather than fixed activity schedules.


    • Family-ready hosting.

      Planning that accounts for different ages, sleep rhythms, and comfort needs from the start.


    Journey rhythm and pacing


    This journey is shaped to hold energy steady from arrival to departure, with space to adjust days as needed.

    • Two–three nights per location.

      Time to settle in, sleep well, and enjoy each place without constant movement.


    • One transition per day maximum.

      Flights and transfers are timed to keep days short and manageable.


    • Flexible mornings in the Mara.

      Early starts when wildlife conditions are right, later starts when rest is needed.


    • Midday rest built in.

      Time at camp between game drives, especially important for children and older travellers.


    • Coast days kept open.

      Swim, read, walk, or rest, with activities added only if energy allows.


    • Private vehicle throughout.

      Drive times and stops adjust naturally to your family’s pace.

    Signature and Legacy within the same rhythm


    • Signature delivers this pacing with high luxury comfort and well-balanced days.


    • Legacy delivers the same pacing with added space, privacy, and flexibility within each stay.

    A day on this journey


    This is how a typical safari day and a typical coast day unfold, keeping energy balanced across ages.


    A safari day in the Mara


    Early morning, when preferred.

    • Light wake-up, tea or coffee, then a private game drive shaped around wildlife movement.

    Late breakfast back at camp.

    • Time to rest, read, or nap after the drive.

    Midday pause.

    • Long lunch, quiet time, and space to reset before the afternoon.

    Afternoon game drive.

    • Shorter and flexible, returning to camp before dark when preferred.

    Evening together.

    • Dinner, fireside stories, and an early night if needed.

    A coast day in Diani or Galu

    Slow morning.

    • Wake naturally, breakfast when ready, and unstructured time.

    Midday choice.

    • Swim, walk the beach, read, or rest in the shade.

    Afternoon ease.

    • Optional light activities added only if energy allows.

    Simple evenings.

    • Sunset, dinner, and early rest, keeping days gentle toward departure.

    Why this works for families

    • Predictable flow without rigid schedules.

    • Time built in for rest every day.

    • Flexibility to adjust based on weather, wildlife, and energy levels.


    Investment range for this journey


    Pricing is shaped by season, rooming configuration, and final lodge selection. Your host confirms the exact investment after dates and ages are shared.

    Signature Collection


    • Classic High Season: from USD 26,995 per person sharing


    • Quiet / Green Season: from ~USD 22,950 per person sharing


    • Festive uplift: from ~USD 29,150 per person sharing


    • Single supplement : from (USD 9,980 )

    Legacy Collection


    • Classic High Season: from USD 39,500 per person sharing


    • Quiet / Green Season: from ~USD 33,600 per person sharing


    • Festive uplift: from ~USD 42,650 per person sharing


    • Single supplement “from” (USD 17,250)

    What shapes the range


    • Season and availability for your dates.


    • Number of travellers and room configuration.


    • Final lodge and suite selection.


    • Age mix and comfort preferences.


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    When your family can travel


    This journey works best during Kenya’s peak wildlife and beach seasons, with dates selected to balance Migration activity and coastal weather.

    Best travel windows


    • January to March

      Warm days, excellent wildlife viewing in the Mara, and calm conditions on the coast.


    • July to October

      Peak Migration period with strong river crossings and dry-season safari conditions, followed by clear beach days.

    Festive travel

    • Late December to early January

      Available with a festive uplift and early planning recommended due to limited lodge availability.

    Planning guidance

    • Migration movement varies each year. Your host advises on the best Mara base for your dates.


    • School holiday periods fill early. Booking well ahead supports better room configurations for families.


    • Coast conditions remain suitable year-round, with travel dates adjusted to avoid heavy rainfall where possible.


    Your host confirms the most suitable dates after school calendars, group size, and ages are shared.


    Day-to-day outline

    This outline shows the natural flow of the journey. Timing adjusts to your family’s energy, school calendars, and travel dates.

    Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to a quiet, leafy base. Time to rest, adjust, and settle after international travel.

    A gentle day to ease in. Late morning start, a hosted lunch with your host to align the journey, followed by time built in for rest or a light visit if preferred.

    Morning flight to the Mara. Settle into camp and head out for a first game drive in the afternoon, paced lightly.

    Morning and afternoon game drives shaped around Migration movement. Midday rest at camp.

    Flexible start times and shorter drives if travelling with younger children or older family members.


    Fly from the Mara to the coast via Nairobi. Transfer to Diani or Galu Beach and settle into a slower rhythm.

    Three days shaped for rest and together time. Long mornings, swim time, beach walks, and optional light activities added only if energy allows.

    Fly back to Nairobi for onward travel. Day rooms arranged when needed to keep departure calm.

    Where your family stays


    Stays on this journey are selected for comfort, location, and suitability for families and multigenerational groups. The route remains the same for Signature and Legacy. The difference sits in space, privacy, and room category.

    Nairobi 

    Signature options

    • Eden Nairobi (Karen area).

    • House of Waine (Karen).

    Legacy options

    • Hemingways Nairobi (Karen).

    • Eden Nairobi (Karen/Langata).


    Maasai Mara 


    Signature options

    • Naboisho Camp (Asilia).

    • Sala’s Camp (The Safari Collection).

    Legacy options

    • Angama Mara (or similar ultra-level lodge).

    • Alternatives that may be proposed for certain family profiles: Mahali Mzuri, Mara Plains Camp.

    Coast. Diani or Galu Beach


    Signature options

    • Almanara Luxury Villas

    • Kinondo Kwetu

    Legacy options

    • Almanara Boutique Hotel or similar ultra-level coastal stay.

    • Alternatives may be proposed for certain family profiles:

      The Sands at Nomad, Afrochic Diani.

    Final coastal selection is confirmed after dates, group size, and ages are shared to ensure the right balance of space, privacy, and ease for your family.

    What’s included

    These inclusions apply across both Signature and Legacy journeys. Comfort level and room category adjust by tier. The route, pacing, and hosting remain consistent.

    Planning and hosting

    • Journey design and coordination by your host at Souls Connection Safaris.


    • Day 2 hosted lunch in Nairobi to align expectations, pacing, and preferences.


    • Pre-travel planning support covering seasons, packing, flights, and timing.

    Transfers and transport

    • All scheduled internal flights within Kenya as per the itinerary.


    • Private airport and airstrip transfers throughout.


    • Private safari vehicle with an experienced guide in the Mara.

    Accommodation and meals

    • Accommodation for 10 nights as outlined.


    • All meals on safari and at the coast.


    • Selected drinks on safari and as specified by each lodge or hotel.

    Safari experiences

    • Daily game drives in the Maasai Mara, shaped around wildlife movement and family energy.


    • Park and conservancy fees.


    • Conservation and community levies.

    On-the-ground support

    • 24-hour local support during travel.


    • Emergency medical evacuation cover.


    • All government taxes applicable at time of travel.

    Legacy comfort lift

    For families travelling on the Legacy Collection, inclusions also reflect:

    • Higher room or suite categories where available.


    • Increased space and privacy within camps and coastal stays.


    • Greater flexibility in room configuration for multigenerational groups.


    Common items planned separately.


    • International flights.

    • Kenya entry requirements and travel insurance.

    • Personal purchases.

    • Premium beverages where properties price these separately.


    Dates and departures


    This journey is available as a private family journey or custom-designed journey, with dates selected to align with Migration movement and coast conditions.

    When this journey runs best

    January to March

    • Excellent wildlife viewing in the Mara.


    • Warm coast conditions with calm seas.


    • Well suited to school holiday travel in many regions.

    July to October

    • Peak Migration period in the Mara.


    • Dry-season safari conditions and clear beach days.


    • Limited lodge availability. Early planning recommended.

    Festive period

    • Late December to early January.


    • Available with a festive uplift and advance planning.

    How dates are confirmed

    • Travel is planned around your preferred dates and school calendars.


    • Lodge availability determines the final routing and stay selection.


    • Your host advises on the best Mara base for your exact travel window, based on Migration movement that year.

    Ways to travel on this journey

    • Private Journey

      Your family travels on its own, with a private vehicle, guide, and tailored daily flow.


    • Custom by Design

      The route, number of nights, and stay selection adjust to suit your family’s preferences, ages, and timing.


    Your host confirms final dates and logistics after dates, group size, and ages are shared.

    Frequently asked questions

    Migration timing shifts each year. Your host advises on the best Mara base and dates for your window, based on current movement patterns and conditions.

    Both follow the same route and pacing. Your host helps you decide based on space needs, privacy preferences, and how your family travels together.

    Yes, when pacing and rooming are planned correctly. Your host confirms game drive timing, rest windows, and lodge suitability for your family mix.


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    Planning begins with a calm conversation to align dates, comfort level, and family needs.


    Contact

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    hosts@soulsconnectionsafaris.com

    Phone / WhatsApp: +254 718062256

    Based in Nairobi, Kenya

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