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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

Nairobi to Amboseli - Approximately 250 km (5-hour drive)

Nairobi to Amboseli - Approximately 250 km (5-hour drive)

You will depart for the Amboseli National Park via the Nairobi-Mombasa Road. The morning drive is via a typical African savannah country dotted with local homesteads and colorful Maasai herdsmen grazing their cattle. Arrive in time for lunch and later venture into the park for the scheduled afternoon game-viewing drive.

You will spot many herds of elephants up close in the park - it's no wonder that the park is the best place in Africa to spot such herds. The park is also home to many other species such as Cape buffalo, impala, lion, cheetah, spotted hyena, Maasai giraffe, zebra and blue wildebeest, among other African animals. The birdlife is also abundant with both large and small species. Weather permitting, Amboseli National Park offers a beautiful vista of the scenic snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro, which makes it a perfect site for photography. It is the tallest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

Dinner and overnight will be at the lodge.

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:
Ol Tukai Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park

You have another day to enjoy a full-day game-viewing extravaganza in Amboseli. With its reputation for active elephant sightings, it’s easy to spot them roaming the plains in the morning and evening. During much of the day, you can observe them splashing and foraging in Ol Okenya Swamp. We will also stop at Observation Hill for the sprawling, breathtaking view of Amboseli.

You may opt for the full-day game drive; alternatively, you can also choose to do the game drives in separate sessions, allowing you to enjoy the lodge facilities. The driver-guide will be readily available to discuss your daily activities as per your preferences, including an optional visit to a Maasai village (at an extra cost). Every safari is tailored to your wishes, likes, and expectations; just let us know how you would like to customize your special journey.

Dinner and your overnight saty will be at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Ol Tukai Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park - Approximately 110 km (2-hour drive)

Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park - Approximately 110 km (2-hour drive)

You will have an early breakfast and then check out and proceed to Tsavo West National Park. The park is commonly known as the “Land of Lava, Springs, Man-Eaters and Magical Sunsets”.

From the sight of 50 million gallons of crystal-clear water gushing out from the underparched lava rock that is the Mzima Springs to the Shetani lava flows, Tsavo West is a beautiful, rugged wilderness. The savannah ecosystem comprises open grasslands, scrublands, acacia woodlands, belts of riverine vegetation and rocky ridges, including the Poacher's Lookout, where visitors can see the teeming herds in the plains below.

Tsavo West offers some of the most magnificent game viewing in the world. The attractions include elephant, rhino, hippo, lion, cheetah, leopard, buffalo, and diverse plant and bird species, including the threatened corncrake and near-threatened Basra reed warbler.

You'll arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Severin Safari Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tsavo West NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park - Approximately 140 km (3-hour drive)

Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park - Approximately 140 km (3-hour drive)

After breakfast, you will depart with an en-route game-viewing drive to Tsavo West National Park. Known as the "Theatre of the Wild", this vast and enchanting park is famous for its iconic "red elephants" that get their striking color from the region's rich, ochre soil. Imagine seeing a herd of these majestic giants against the backdrop of a fiery African sunset!

However, the adventure doesn't stop there. Tsavo East is a haven for the "Big Five" and a spectacular variety of other wildlife. You can also explore unique natural wonders like the Yatta Plateau, the world's longest lava flow, and the beautiful Lugard Falls on the Galana River.

Whether you're looking for an unforgettable game drive, a peaceful bird-watching session with over 500 species to spot, or simply a chance to connect with nature, Tsavo East is the perfect destination.

You will arrive in time for lunch and check-in, followed by an afternoon game drive. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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
Show more
CheetahOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Tsavo East National Park to Nairobi - Approximately 340 km (6 to 7-hour drive)

Tsavo East National Park to Nairobi - Approximately 340 km (6 to 7-hour drive)

After an early breakfast, we exit the park with a brief en route game-viewing drive. You will then embark on your drive to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. We will drop you off at your preferred location.

Alternatively, to avoid the long drive, you can opt to return to Nairobi by train on the Madaraka Express, which takes around 4 hours, and at an additional cost of $30 per person, booked in a first-class cabin. Upon your arrival in Nairobi by train, we will transfer you to your preferred location within Nairobi.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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