3 Days Tsavo East & Tsavo West Safari
Safari Introduction
Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest and oldest national parks, offers a vast expanse of untamed wilderness. It is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, including endless plains, ancient baobab trees, and the iconic red-dusted elephants that roam freely across the park.
Tsavo West National Park is one of Kenya’s largest and most diverse national parks, covering an area of about 9,065 square kilometers. It forms part of the larger Tsavo ecosystem, which also includes Tsavo East National Park, together making up one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Tsavo West is located in the southeastern part of Kenya, near the Tanzanian border, and is approximately halfway between Nairobi and Mombasa, making it easily accessible from both cities.
Safari Highlights
- Tsavo East and Tsavo West are considered as the largest national park with diverse wildlife species
- Red-soiled elephant herds which cross between the national parks
- Spot the "Red Elephants" of Tsavo
- Birdlife Watching is great at both national parks
- Game Drives to enjoy wildlife and scenery
- Comfortable transport in a safari van or 4x4 Land Cruiser.
Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Mombasa to Tsavo East
Morning
Depart Mombasa early in the morning for Tsavo East National Park (approx. 2-3 hour drive).
Arrival at the park by mid-morning.
Begin your game drive en route to your lodge or camp. Tsavo East is known for its red elephants, large herds of buffalo, and the famous “Man-Eaters of Tsavo” (lions with a unique history).
Afternoon
Check into your lodge/camp for lunch and some relaxation.
Afternoon game drive exploring the vast savannahs and the Galana River. Spot animals such as giraffes, zebras, impalas, and, with luck, the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, and elephants).
Evening
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge or similar
Day 2: Tsavo East to Tsavo West
Morning
Early morning game drive in Tsavo East to capture the sunrise and active wildlife.
Return to the lodge for breakfast, check out, and proceed to Tsavo West National Park (approx. 2-3 hour drive).
Mid-morning
Arrive at Tsavo West and embark on a game drive en route to your lodge or camp. Explore the Shetani Lava Flows and Chyulu Hills, known for their scenic landscapes.
Afternoon
Check-in at the lodge/camp and have lunch.
Visit the Mzima Springs in the afternoon, where you can view hippos and crocodiles from an underwater viewing platform.
Game drive through the rhino sanctuary in hopes of spotting black rhinos, which are rarer than in other parks.
Evening
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Day 3: Tsavo West to Mombasa
Morning
Early morning game drive to catch the last of Tsavo West’s wildlife at dawn.
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with an en-route game drive through the park.
Afternoon
Stop for lunch along the way (Voi town is a common stopping point).
Evening
Arrive in Mombasa in the afternoon, marking the end of your 3-day Tsavo East and Tsavo West safari adventure.
Safari Price Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or the airport in Mombasa
- Transport in a comfortable safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
- Game drives as per itinerary.
- Park entrance fees.
- Full-board accommodation at a safari lodge/camp.
- Services of a professional, English-speaking driver/guide.
- Bottled water.
Safari Price Excludes
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra snacks, etc.).
- Optional lodge lunch (can be arranged in advance).
- Tips and gratuities.