$1,452 to $1,612 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Tsavo West – Springs, Volcanoes & Wilderness
Tsavo West – Springs, Volcanoes & Wilderness
Your safari begins with a journey into Tsavo West National Park, Kenya's most diverse wildlife sanctuary. Upon arrival, you settle into your mid-range lodge and enjoy a satisfying lunch. The afternoon unveils the park's wonders, starting with the legendary Mzima Springs – an oasis where over 227 million litres of crystal-clear water surge daily from volcanic rocks, believed to flow underground from the Chuyulu Hills. Here, you can observe hippos and crocodiles through an underwater viewing chamber. The park's volcanic terrain offers more than wildlife – from ancient lava flows to hidden waterholes teeming with life. As evening descends, return to your lodge for a delicious dinner and overnight stay beneath African skies.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngulia Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo West NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tsavo West Full Day – Roaring Rocks & Crater Views
Tsavo West Full Day – Roaring Rocks & Crater Views
After breakfast, you embark on a full day of discovery with a packed lunch. Visit the Roaring Rocks, named for the fierce winds that howl through them, offering breathtaking panoramic views over Tsavo from a dramatic 98-metre rock face. Poacher's Lookout provides similar vistas, once used by rangers to spot illegal hunters. The volcanic Chaimu Crater, less than 200 years old with its striking black coke composition, invites exploration – you can climb its slopes for extraordinary perspectives. Watch for klipspringers, the nimble antelope known locally as mbuzi mawe (mountain goat), perfectly adapted to rocky terrain. In the southwest, Lake Jipe straddles the Kenyan-Tanzanian border, its waters attracting abundant birdlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngulia Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Tsavo West to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro's Threshold
Tsavo West to Amboseli – Kilimanjaro's Threshold
An early departure takes you from Tsavo West to the legendary Amboseli National Park. The journey reveals changing landscapes as you approach the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival, you check into your mid-range accommodation and enjoy lunch, followed by a leisurely afternoon to relax and absorb the surroundings. Amboseli sits on an ancient dry lake bed, its fragile grasslands punctuated by acacia woodlands and volcanic hills. The swamps of Ol Tukai, Enkongo Narok, and Ol Okenya burst with lush yellow-barked acacias and phoenix palms – sustaining vast herds of wildlife. As the sun sets, the mighty peak of Kilimanjaro towers above the plains. You return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Hunter's Luxury Manor
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Amboseli Full Day – Elephant Herds & Maasai Culture
Amboseli Full Day – Elephant Herds & Maasai Culture
Rise early to witness Kilimanjaro's snow-capped summit before clouds gather. With a packed lunch in hand, you spend the day exploring Amboseli's rich habitats. This park is arguably Africa's finest destination for observing elephants up close – over 1,600 individuals roam freely, bathing and feeding in the swamps, unharassed by poachers. Their gentle giants create unforgettable safari moments. You may also arrange a visit to a Maasai village, where warriors share their singing, dancing, and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their traditional homes and social structure offers a poignant cultural experience. Return to your lodge as evening falls for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park
- Accommodation:
- Hunter's Luxury Manor
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Amboseli to Nairobi – Final Sunrise Safari
Amboseli to Nairobi – Final Sunrise Safari
Your final morning begins with one last game drive across Amboseli's misty plains. Watch as the first rays of sunlight illuminate Kilimanjaro's glacier-capped peak, turning the mountain golden. Elephants emerge from the swamps, their silhouettes framed against Africa's tallest mountain. Herds of zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles spread across the grasslands – a final farewell to this wildlife paradise. After breakfast at your lodge, you depart for Nairobi with memories of roaring lions, towering elephants, and volcanic landscapes. A lunch stop along the journey allows time to reflect. You arrive in Nairobi during the afternoon, where you are dropped off at your hotel or the airport, concluding your Amboseli & Tsavo West safari.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
