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Tsavo East National Park

Embark on an exhilarating Tsavo East day-safari departing from Mombasa, Diani, Kilifi, or Malindi. Immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness of Tsavo East, one of Kenya's iconic national parks. Experience thrilling game drives, encounter extraordinary wildlife, and discover the diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity of this captivating destination. Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from your accommodation in Mombasa, Diani, Kilifi, or Malindi. Sit back and relax as you journey towards Tsavo East, a sprawling wilderness spanning over 13,000 square kilometres. As you enter the park, prepare yourself for an unforgettable game drive, where each moment holds the potential for remarkable wildlife encounters. Tsavo East is renowned for its diverse wildlife population, including the famous "Red Elephants" known for their distinctive rust-coloured dust baths. Keep your camera ready as you traverse the park, capturing stunning images of lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffalo herds, and an array of bird species. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll gain fascinating insights into the park's ecosystem, the behaviours of its inhabitants, and the ongoing conservation efforts to protect Tsavo East's delicate balance. Deepen your understanding of the significance of this incredible natural habitat. Midway through the day, make a stop for a delightful picnic lunch amidst the wilderness, allowing you to savor the flavors while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Take a moment to recharge and reflect on the morning's adventures, as you soak in the serene ambiance of the African bush. Continuing your exploration, venture into different sections of the park, each offering its own distinct landscapes and wildlife sightings. From vast open plains to acacia-dotted savannahs, Tsavo East's ever-changing scenery provides ample opportunities for breathtaking photographs. As the day winds down, commence your return journey to Mombasa, Diani, Kilifi, or Malindi, filled with unforgettable memories and stories to share. Reflect on the wonders you've witnessed and the profound connection you've formed with nature during this immersive Tsavo East Day Safari.

Day 1: Mombasa - Tsavo East Start your 2-day adventure with a pick-up from your Mombasa hotel or Airport in the morning and drive to Tsavo East National Park, a sanctuary famous for its abundance of elephants and man-eating lions, truly an animal lovers paradise. You will arrive via game en-route to Voi safari lodge in time for lunch. Later In the afternoon, you will also get to enjoy game drives in the park. After your drive you will return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay. Day 2: Tsavo East – Mombasa Start your day with a delicious, early morning breakfast. Once finished you will check out of your accommodation and set out on a morning game drive. Later in the day you will depart for Mombasa, stopping for a spot of lunch on the way. After lunch you will proceed to Mombasa arriving late in the evening at your hotel or Moi International Airport.

Day 1: Mombasa / Diani- Tsavo East You will be picked from your Hotel at 5.00am in the morning, drive along Mombasa Nairobi highway and arrive at Bachuma gate at around 9:00 am. Here you will begin your game watch. Visit various places including Aruba Dam (the waterhole built by british Army 1952 during Colonial time.) After the game drive, you will check in at the Lodge in time for lunch. After lunch you will relax till 4 :00 pm and then begin an evening game drive until sundown. Later is dinner and overnight stay at Voi Safari lodge. Day 2: Tsavo East – Mombasa, Diani Beach Wake up early in the morning and have breakfast then checkout, proceed with a game drive enroute to the gate. Then exit and start the drive to Diani or the airport . You will arrive in the afternoon which marks the end of the tour.

Embark on an exhilarating Tsavo East day-safari departing from Kilifi, Malindi, Watamu & Mambrui. Immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness of Tsavo East, one of Kenya's iconic national parks. Experience thrilling game drives, encounter extraordinary wildlife, and discover the diverse landscapes and rich biodiversity of this captivating destination. Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from your accommodation in Kilifi, Malindi, Watamu and Mambrui. Sit back and relax as you journey towards Tsavo East, a sprawling wilderness spanning over 13,000 square kilometres. As you enter the park, prepare yourself for an unforgettable game drive, where each moment holds the potential for remarkable wildlife encounters. Tsavo East is renowned for its diverse wildlife population, including the famous "Red Elephants" known for their distinctive rust-coloured dust baths. Keep your camera ready as you traverse the park, capturing stunning images of lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, buffalo herds, and an array of bird species. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll gain fascinating insights into the park's ecosystem, the behaviours of its inhabitants, and the ongoing conservation efforts to protect Tsavo East's delicate balance. Deepen your understanding of the significance of this incredible natural habitat. Midway through the day, make a stop for a delightful picnic lunch amidst the wilderness, allowing you to savor the flavours while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Take a moment to recharge and reflect on the morning's adventures, as you soak in the serene ambiance of the African bush. Continuing your exploration, venture into different sections of the park, each offering its own distinct landscapes and wildlife sightings. From vast open plains to acacia-dotted savannahs, Tsavo East's ever-changing scenery provides ample opportunities for breathtaking photographs. As the day winds down, commence your return journey to Kilifi, Malindi, Watamu and Mambrui, filled with unforgettable memories and stories to share. Reflect on the wonders you've witnessed and the profound connection you've formed with nature during this immersive Tsavo East Day Safari.

This exciting tour begins with a complimentary hotel pickup either from the north or south coast hotels. After a brief introduction, you depart from your hotel to the Tsavo East National Park. You will drive for 3 hours and start your game drive as soon as you enter the main gate. You will enjoy a hot lunch in any of the lodges in the camp. Later, go on an afternoon game drive before leaving the park at around 3.pm and heading back to your coastal hotel with a lot of memories. The sight of dust-red elephants wallowing, rolling, and spraying each other with the midnight blue waters of palm-shaded Galana River is one of the most evocative images in Africa. This, along with the 300 kilomtere long Yatta Plateau, the longest lava flow in the world, make for an adventure unlike any other in the Tsavo East. The park forms the largest protected area in Kenya and is home to most of the larger mammals, vast herds of dust –red elephant, Rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, pods of hippo, crocodile, waterbucks, lesser Kudu, gerenuk, and the prolific bird life features 500 recorded species.

Your day will start will a 5:00AM pick-up from your hotel, before your driver takes you on the approximately 2-hour journey to Tsavo East National Park. Take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the scenery after your early start. Upon arrival at Tsavo East, you’ll enter through the Bachuma Gate and begin your game drive. Your experienced driver and guide will take you to the best places for spotting lions, elephants, giraffes and all manner of bird species.  For lunch you will be taken to the lodge or camp of your choice. Your guide can offer tips on the camps closest to watering holes, where Africa’s most majestic animals stop to drink water. Afterwards you’ll embark on your second game drive to other sections of the park, before being driven back and dropped off at your hotel in the evening.

Explore Tsavo East National Park and Ngutuni Sanctuary on a 2-day safari from Diani Beach, Mombasa, Kilifi, Watamu, or Malindi. Enjoy game drives and an overnight stay at Ngutuni Safari Lodge. Start with pickup from your hotel in Diani Beach at 5:00 AM or from Mombasa, Kilifi, Watamu, or Malindi at 6:00 AM. Drive to the Ngutuni Sanctuary, where you will have your first game drive upon arrival. After lunch, embark on a second game drive. The following day, enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast. All game drives are done at the famous Ngutuni Sanctuary. Stay overnight at the Ngutuni Safari Lodge, which overlooks a water hole. Enjoy full board accommodation, with lunch and dinner on the first day and breakfast on the second day. All rooms have balconies overlooking the water hole. Return to your hotel after your morning game drive.

Day 1: Nairobi– Tsavo East / West You will be picked up by 05:00 hrs and drive along the main Mombasa-Nairobi highway through the semi-arid country to the Tsavo East National Park. You will begin looking for animals on entry into the park passing via Aruba Dam and Kanderi Swamp where more animals could be found. Lunch will be served at a stop-over restaurant. You will proceed on to Tsavo West National Park and embark on searching for animals on arrival drive to the direction of the rhino Sanctuary whereby if lucky you may see the black rhino. Other animals likely to be seen are leopards, lions, zebra, hyena, buffalo, elephant, hunting dogs among others. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge / Camp. Day 2: Tsavo West – Nairobi You will wake up for an early breakfast and depart with a game viewing drive en-route to Mzima Springs for your walking safari tour session. Mzima Spring is the source of the Tsavo River. It’s possible to see the fish, hippos. Crocodiles also can be found within. Lunch will be served at a stopover restaurant outside the park on your way to Mombasa. Later on, you will depart for Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon drop off at your respective hotel.

Day 1: Nairobi– Tsavo East / West You will be picked up by 05:00 hrs and drive along the main Mombasa-Nairobi highway through the semi-arid country to the Tsavo East National Park. You will begin looking for animals on entry into the park passing via Aruba Dam and Kanderi Swamp where more animals could be found. Lunch will be served at a stop-over restaurant. You will proceed on to Tsavo West National Park and embark on searching for animals on arrival drive to the direction of the rhino Sanctuary whereby if lucky you may see the black rhino. Other animals likely to be seen are leopards, lions, zebra, hyena, buffalo, elephant, hunting dogs among others. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge / Camp. Day 2: Tsavo West – Nairobi You will wake up for an early breakfast and depart with a game viewing drive en-route to Mzima Springs for your walking safari tour session. Mzima Spring is the source of the Tsavo River. It’s possible to see the fish, hippos. Crocodiles also can be found within. Lunch will be served at a stopover restaurant outside the park on your way to Mombasa. Later on, you will depart for Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon drop off at your respective hotel.

Day 1: Nairobi– Tsavo East / West You will be picked up by 05:00 hrs and drive along the main Mombasa-Nairobi highway through the semi-arid country to the Tsavo East National Park. You will begin looking for animals on entry into the park passing via Aruba Dam and Kanderi Swamp where more animals could be found. Lunch will be served at a stop-over restaurant. You will proceed on to Tsavo West National Park and embark on searching for animals on arrival drive to the direction of the rhino Sanctuary whereby if lucky you may see the black rhino. Other animals likely to be seen are leopards, lions, zebra, hyena, buffalo, elephant, hunting dogs among others. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge / Camp. Day 2: Tsavo West – Nairobi You will wake up for an early breakfast and depart with a game viewing drive en-route to Mzima Springs for your walking safari tour session. Mzima Spring is the source of the Tsavo River. It’s possible to see the fish, hippos. Crocodiles also can be found within. Lunch will be served at a stopover restaurant outside the park on your way to Mombasa. Later on, you will depart for Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon drop off at your respective hotel.