7-Day Over the Clouds of Taita Hills & Tsavo Expedition

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival & Ascent to Taita Hills

Theme: Setting Foot on the Highlands

Morning: Depart from Mombasa or Nairobi (depending on your starting point) with your Adventurego guide. Enjoy a scenic drive through the sprawling savannahs and the iconic truck stop at Voi.

Afternoon: Arrive at Taita Hills (Taita Rocks). Check in and enjoy a welcome lunch overlooking the dramatic cliff faces.

Late Afternoon: Acclimatization walk. Hike the immediate trails around the Taita Rocks complex to stretch your legs and take in the panoramic views of the surrounding plains and the Mount Kilimanjaro peak (weather permitting).

Evening: Overnight stay at Taita Rocks. Prepare your gear for the challenging hikes ahead.

Main Destination:

Taita Hills

Best Time To Go June to October (Wildlife), November to April (Birding)

High Season June to September

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Taita Rocks Hotel

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Taita Hills WS

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngangao Forest & Iyale Exploration

Theme: Ancient Forests & Rock Formations

Early Morning: After an early breakfast, drive to Ngangao Forest. This is one of the few remaining indigenous cloud forests in the region.

Hike: Embark on a guided hike through Ngangao Forest. Your guide will point out rare bird species (endemic Taita Apalis, Taita Thrush), unique flora, and ancient trees. The cool, misty atmosphere makes for a refreshing trek.

Lunch: Picnic lunch near the forest edge or return to the lodge for a brief rest.

Afternoon: Head to Iyale. Tackle the Iyale Forest trails, working your way up to the summit of Iyale Rock. This granite outcrop offers a moderate scramble with rewarding views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Evening: Return to Taita Rocks for dinner and a second overnight stay. Enjoy a bonfire debrief of the day’s climbs.

Main Destination:

Taita Hills

Accommodation:

Taita Rocks Hotel

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Taita Hills WS

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Conquer Vuria Peak & Transfer to Tsavo West

Theme: The Highest Point

Early Morning: This is the big hiking day. Depart very early to climb Vuria Peak—the highest point in the Taita Hills and the Taita Taveta County.

Hike: A challenging but rewarding trek through local farms and remnant forest patches. Upon reaching the summit (approx. 2,200m), you are rewarded with breathtaking views of Tsavo West, the Chyulu Hills, and on a clear day, the snows of Kilimanjaro.

Late Morning: Descend and transfer to Tsavo West National Park.

Afternoon: Check into the historic Kitani Bandas (self-contained cottages managed by Kenya Wildlife Service). Unwind with a swim or a short walk.

Late Afternoon: Embark on a game drive en-route to Mzima Springs.

Evening: Visit Mzima Springs. Walk the underwater hippo observation chamber to see hippos and crocodiles from below the water’s surface. Return to Kitani Bandas for a bush dinner.

Main Destination:

Tsavo West National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall)

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tsavo West NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kitani Bandas

• Budget banda located inside Tsavo West NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Volcanic Hikes - Chaimu Crater & Shetani Lava

Theme: Fire & Ice (Volcanic Terrain)

Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the Bandas before heading out for a specialized hiking experience.

Activity 1: Hike the Chaimu Hill Crater. Chaimu is a volcanic cinder cone. Unlike the dense forests of Taita, this terrain is stark, rocky, and black. Climb to the rim to see the remnants of lava flows and the unique "lava trees."

Activity 2: Proceed to the Shetani Lava Flow. This is a vast, black expanse of cooled lava. Take a guided hike along the edge (or a short walk onto the flow) to understand the geology and the local Maasai legends associated with the devil (Shetani).

Afternoon: Relax back at Kitani Bandas or enjoy a game drive in Tsavo West looking for red elephants, lions, and leopards.

Evening: Dinner and overnight at Kitani Bandas.

Overnight: Kitani Bandas (Second Night).

Main Destination:

Tsavo West National Park

Accommodation:

Kitani Bandas

• Budget banda located inside Tsavo West NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Salt Lick & Lake Jipe Hike

Theme: Wetlands & Wildlife

Morning: Enjoy a final sunrise breakfast at Kitani Bandas. Check out and transfer to Taita Hills Wildlife Conservancy.

Late Morning: Arrive at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge, famous for its stilted rooms overlooking a floodlit waterhole. Check in and freshen up.

Lunch: Lunch at Salt Lick Safari Lodge.

Afternoon: Drive to the southern border of the conservancy to visit Lake Jipe.

Hike: Enjoy a guided hike along the shores of Lake Jipe. This is a birding paradise. Look for fish eagles, African jacanas, and the rare shoebill stork (seasonal). The backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro across the water provides a spectacular photo opportunity.

Evening: Return to Salt Lick Safari Lodge for dinner.

Overnight: Salt Lick Safari Lodge (First Night).

Main Destination:

Lake Jipe

Accommodation:

Salt Lick Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Conservancy Walking Trails & Night Game Drive

Theme: Bush Walk & Nocturnal Adventures

Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Salt Lick.

Late Morning: Explore the walking trails within Taita Hills Conservancy. Accompanied by an armed guide, experience a walking safari that allows you to appreciate the smaller details: animal tracks, insects, medicinal plants, and the thrill of approaching wildlife on foot.

Afternoon: Return to the lodge for lunch. Enjoy a siesta or simply relax on your deck watching elephants and buffalo visit the waterhole.

Late Afternoon: High tea followed by an afternoon game drive.

Evening: Night Game Drive. Experience the bush after dark. With powerful spotlights, search for nocturnal animals such as bush babies, genets, aardvarks, porcupines, and the elusive leopard.

Farewell Dinner: Special farewell dinner at Salt Lick Safari Lodge.

Overnight: Salt Lick Safari Lodge (Second Night).

Main Destination:

Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Accommodation:

Salt Lick Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure & Farewell Dinner in Nairobi

Theme: Journey Home with a Grand Finale

Morning: Enjoy a final sunrise game drive in the conservancy or a relaxed breakfast overlooking the waterhole.

Late Morning: Depart for Nairobi via the Mombasa-Nairobi Highway.

Afternoon: Stopover in Voi or Emali for a lunch break.

Evening: Arrive in Nairobi. Freshen up.

Night: Farewell Dinner at Kasarani Safari Park Hotel. Enjoy a world-class buffet dinner with cuisines from around the world, followed by a vibrant African cultural show and dance performance.

Late Night: Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your departure or to a Nairobi hotel for an optional overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.