5-Day Amboseli Giants & Tsavo Red Elephants Safari

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

Nairobi to Amboseli – Arrival Beneath Kilimanjaro

Depart Nairobi in the morning and journey south towards Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. After some time to relax and take in the surroundings, head out for an afternoon game drive. Amboseli’s open plains and swamps attract a wide variety of wildlife, with elephants being the highlight, often seen against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. After game drive, you will get back to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

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

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

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Amboseli – Wildlife and Scenic Landscapes

Spend the day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives or opt for a full-day safari with a picnic lunch. The Park offers excellent visibility for wildlife viewing, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, and buffalo. The swamp areas provide year-round water, attracting animals and making for rewarding sightings throughout the day.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Accommodation:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Amboseli to Tsavo East – Into the Red Plains

After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel towards Tsavo East National Park. Arrive in time for lunch and check in at your lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Tsavo East is known for its vast open terrain and red-dust elephants, as well as lions, giraffes, and a variety of plains game spread across the landscape.

Main Destination:

Tsavo East 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 (Not busy)

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

Wildlife in Tsavo East NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

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CheetahOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

WildebeestRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Voi Wildlife Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Tsavo East NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tsavo East to Tsavo West – Rugged Wilderness and Lava Landscapes

Following breakfast, proceed to Tsavo West National Park with a game drive en route. Arrive for check-in and lunch, then relax before setting out on an afternoon game drive. Tsavo West offers a contrasting environment with rocky hills, volcanic features, and diverse habitats. You may also visit scenic highlights such as Mzima Springs, where hippos and crocodiles can often be seen in crystal-clear waters.

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

Show more

Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Severin Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tsavo West to Nairobi – Departure

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy the scenic drive as you leave the Tsavo ecosystem behind, arriving in the afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner 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.