$1,480 to $1,597 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park
Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park
06:00: Depart Nairobi via Mombasa Road, enjoying sunrise views over the Athi Plains. The drive offers glimpses of rural homesteads and bustling roadside markets.
08:30: Stop for refreshments at Mtito Andei; stretch your legs, grab tea or coffee and soak in the atmosphere of this lively highway town.
10:30: Enter Tsavo East through Bachuma Gate. Begin your first game drive en route to the lodge, scanning the savannah for elephants, giraffes, zebras and the occasional lion basking in the morning sun.
12:30: Arrive at your lodge/camp. Check in, enjoy a hearty lunch and relax while overlooking the park’s vast plains.
14:30 – 17:30: Afternoon game drive. Visit Aruba Dam, a magnet for wildlife, where elephants gather to drink and hippos wallow. Keep an eye out for cheetahs stalking prey and vibrant birdlife along the water.
17:30 - 18:00: Return to lodge for dinner. Share the day's stories by the campfire, or unwind under the starry African sky before the overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Wildlife in Tsavo East NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tsavo East to Tsavo West
Tsavo East to Tsavo West
06:30 – 08:00: Early-morning game drive in Tsavo East, spotting predators retreating, elephants dusting red and antelopes grazing.
08:30: Breakfast at lodge with sweeping savannah views.
09:30: Depart for Tsavo West (approx. 3 hrs), enjoying changing scenery en route.
12:30: Stop at Shetani Lava Flow, a dramatic volcanic field perfect for photos and storytelling.
13:00: Time for a packed picnic lunch.
14:00 – 17:30: Visit Mzima Springs, a lush oasis with hippos, crocodiles and fish seen through the underwater chamber. Continue to Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary for rare black rhino sightings.
18:00: Return to the lodge and unwind as the sun sets over volcanic hills.
19:30: Dinner and an overnight stay, with optional stargazing under Tsavo’s dazzling skies.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo East & West National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Exploring Tsavo West
Exploring Tsavo West
06:00 - 06:30: Early breakfast at the lodge.
06:30 – 08:00: Sunrise game drive across volcanic landscapes, exploring Chaimu Crater’s black lava slopes and spotting elephants, antelopes, and birdlife stirring in the cool dawn.
10:00 – 12:00: Optional guided walk with a ranger to learn about tracks, medicinal plants, and smaller wildlife often missed from vehicles.
12:30: Packed picnic lunch in the park.
15:00 – 17:30: Afternoon game drive seeking elephants, buffalos, leopards and vibrant birdlife. Visit Lake Jipe if time allows for birdwatching and views of the Pare Mountains.
Later, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, with an optional cultural performance by the Taita community featuring traditional dances and music.
- Main Destination:
- Tsavo West National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa
Wildlife in Tsavo West NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Tsavo to Nairobi
Tsavo to Nairobi
07:30: Leisurely breakfast at the lodge, enjoying the morning views of Tsavo’s volcanic hills and listening to birdsong.
08:00: Depart Tsavo West for Nairobi. The journey retraces the Nairobi–Mombasa highway, offering final glimpses of rugged park terrain before transitioning into bustling towns and farmlands.
12:30 – 13:00: Stop at Voi or Mtito Andei for lunch/refreshments (optional, at an extra cost, depending on preferred meal options). Chance to stretch, refresh and enjoy local hospitality.
14:00: Arrive in Nairobi, with a drop-off at the Airport or your Nairobi hotel. The safari closes with lasting memories of elephants, rhinos, volcanic landscapes and Tsavo’s legendary history.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
