Polarsteps Safaris

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$1,362 to $1,431 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East National Park

You will travel by road to Tsavo East National Park, Kenya’s largest protected area and a well-known haven for wildlife. Along the way, enjoy scenic countryside views as you make your way into this vast and untouched wilderness. On arrival, you will check in at your lodge, have lunch, and later set out for an afternoon game drive.

Tsavo East is celebrated for its expansive open plains, which make wildlife viewing relatively easy compared to thicker vegetation parks. The Galana River runs through the reserve, drawing a wide range of animals including elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and various antelope species. The park is also renowned for its iconic red-dusted elephants and rewarding predator sightings.

As you explore the park, you will enjoy sweeping landscapes and abundant wildlife in their natural surroundings. In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, unwinding after an exciting day in the wilderness.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Voi Wildlife Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Tsavo East NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tsavo East National Park to Tsavo West National Park

Tsavo East National Park to Tsavo West National Park

Your day starts with an early morning game drive in Tsavo East National Park, a time when wildlife is most active and the savannah is full of life. You may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and different antelope species across the open plains, offering excellent opportunities for viewing and photography.

After the game drive, you will enjoy a picnic lunch en route as you continue your journey to Tsavo West National Park, taking in the shifting landscapes along the way. Tsavo West is known for its striking scenery, featuring rugged hills and volcanic formations. One of its main highlights is Mzima Springs, a crystal-clear water source fed underground that attracts hippos and crocodiles.

In the evening, you will arrive at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, relaxing in the tranquil surroundings of Tsavo West.

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
HippoCommon
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Black RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Taita Hills WS
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Tsavo West National Park - Amboseli National Park

Tsavo West National Park - Amboseli National Park

You will begin your day with an early morning departure and drive towards Amboseli National Park, located in southern Kenya. Upon arrival, you will check in at your accommodation and enjoy some leisure time to relax and settle in as you prepare for the safari experience ahead.

Amboseli is renowned for its stunning scenery and rich wildlife. The park is largely made up of a dry ancient lake bed and open grasslands, interspersed with patches of acacia woodland. In the southern region, you will also find small volcanic hills that add to the park’s unique landscape. Around the swamp areas such as Ol Okenya, Ol Tukai, and Enkongo Narok, the vegetation becomes lush and green, featuring yellow-barked acacias and graceful palm trees that attract a wide variety of animals.

The park is especially famous for its large herds of elephants and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.

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
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park

Your last day in Amboseli National Park begins with an early morning game drive from Sentrim Amboseli Lodge, making the most of the cool hours when wildlife is most active. As the sun rises, you may see elephants moving across the open plains with the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, one of Africa’s most iconic safari views. Lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species may also be seen as the park awakens.

After the game drive, you will return to Sentrim Amboseli Lodge for a relaxed breakfast and time to freshen up. Depending on your schedule, you may take a short rest or enjoy a final walk around the lodge, soaking in the last moments of the Amboseli wilderness.

Later, you will check out and start your journey back to Nairobi or onward to your next destination.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • This tour is offered by Polarsteps Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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