Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day safari through Kenya's spectacular Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks. Covering two of Kenya's largest and most exciting wildlife destinations, this safari combines the open plains and red-earth landscapes of Tsavo East with the rugged hills, volcanic scenery, and natural springs of Tsavo West.
Begin your adventure in Tsavo East, famous for its large herds of red elephants, impressive wildlife populations, and scenic attractions such as Aruba Dam and the Galana River. Enjoy guided game drives in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife.
Continue to Tsavo West, where the landscape changes to rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and lush vegetation. Visit the beautiful Mzima Springs, explore the fascinating Shetani Lava Flow, and enjoy more game drives through this diverse wilderness.
With four nights in selected safari lodges or camps, professional guiding, and memorable wildlife encounters, this combined safari is ideal for couples, families, photographers, and anyone looking to experience the beauty of Kenya's southern safari circuit.
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel towards Tsavo East National Park. Enjoy scenic views of the Kenyan countryside along the way before arriving at your selected lodge or camp around lunchtime.
Check in, enjoy lunch, and relax before heading out for your first afternoon game drive. Explore Tsavo East's vast savannah plains in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring Tsavo East National Park. Head towards famous wildlife-viewing areas such as Aruba Dam and the Galana River, where animals gather around water sources.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives with opportunities to spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. Depending on the schedule, enjoy a picnic lunch or return to the lodge for lunch.
Spend the afternoon exploring more of the park before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before checking out and departing Tsavo East for Tsavo West National Park. Travel through the scenic landscapes connecting the two parks, enjoying views of rolling hills and changing vegetation.
Arrive at your selected Tsavo West lodge or camp around lunchtime. After check-in and lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive through Tsavo West's rugged wilderness.
Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and predators as you explore the park. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, set out to discover some of Tsavo West's most remarkable attractions. Visit Mzima Springs, a beautiful natural oasis with crystal-clear water, hippos, crocodiles, fish, and birdlife.
Continue to the Shetani Lava Flow, a fascinating volcanic landscape formed by ancient eruptions. Enjoy scenic stops and additional game drives through the park, looking for elephants, lions, buffaloes, and other wildlife.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and your final night in the Tsavo wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading out for a final morning game drive in Tsavo West. Take in the beautiful scenery and enjoy another opportunity to spot wildlife.
Return to the lodge for checkout and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy scenic views along the way before arriving in the afternoon or early evening, where you will be dropped off at your preferred location.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
Included
- 4 nights' accommodation in selected safari lodges or camps.
- Return transport from Nairobi in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Full-board meals during the safari.
- Morning and afternoon game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
- Visits to Mzima Springs and Shetani Lava Flow.
- Game drives around Aruba Dam and other wildlife-viewing areas.
- Bottled drinking water during game drives.
- Nairobi pickup and drop-off.
- Vehicle fuel and driver-guide costs.
Not Included
- Tsavo East and Tsavo West park entry fees unless specified in the quotation.
- Drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Personal expenses.
- International flights and visa fees.
- Any additional services not mentioned under inclusions.
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