3 Day Safari – Tsavo East & Tsavo West Overview:

From $450 /Per Person

A deep exploration of Kenya's twin wilderness giants. Contrast the dry sand savannah of Tsavo East with the volcanoes, lava flows, and pristine springs of Tsavo West.

Package Highlights:

  • 3 Day Safari – Tsavo East & Tsavo West
  • Scenic game drives and expert guiding
  • Comfortable transport
  • All park entry fees included

Daily Itinerary Timeline

Day 1: Watamu to Tsavo East

Flat Red-Dust Savannah Game Drives

Depart coastal resort at 06:00 AM. Enter Tsavo East and game drive en-route to Sentrim Tsavo. After lunch, enjoy extensive search for red elephants, cheetahs, and zebras. Dinner and overnight stay in Tsavo East.

Day 2: Tsavo East to Tsavo West National Park

Mzima Springs Hippos & Shetani Lava Fields

After breakfast, check out and drive to Tsavo West. Witness Shetani Lava Flows, a dramatic landscape of basaltic lava. Check in and lunch at Kilaguni Serena. Afternoon visit to Mzima Springs—an oasis feeding millions of gallons of crystal water, featuring an underwater viewing glass to see hippos and crocodiles. Dinner and overnight at Kilaguni.

Day 3: Tsavo West to Coast

Dawn Mountain Views & Highway Return

Enjoy a beautiful dawn game drive with stunning views of the Chyulu Hills and Kilimanjaro in the distance. Return to lodge for breakfast, check out, and game drive towards the highway. Arrive back in Watamu late afternoon.

TSAVO EAST & TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARKS

TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK

"Theatre of the Wild"

Kenya's largest protected area, home to vast herds of dust-red elephants, the iconic Galana River and the 300-kilometer-long Yatta Plateau—the longest lava flow in the world.

Wildlife:
  • Most of Kenya's larger mammals
  • Dust-red elephants, rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, hippo, crocodile
  • Waterbucks, Lesser Kudu, Gerenuk, Hirola
  • 500+ recorded bird species

TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK

"Land of Lava, Springs, Man-Eaters & Magical Sunsets"

A beautiful, rugged wilderness featuring the spectacular Mzima Springs where fifty million gallons of crystal-clear water gush from beneath parched lava rock. This dramatic landscape includes ancient volcanic formations and offers some of the most magnificent game viewing in the world.

Key Attractions:
  • Mzima Springs: Spectacle of 50 million gallons of crystal-clear water gushing from under parched lava rocks
  • Underwater Hippo Watching: Unique viewing chamber for observing hippos and fish underwater
  • Shetani Lava Flows: Ancient volcanic landscape with molten lava that spewed from earth ~200 years ago
  • Poacher's Lookout & Roaring Rocks: Panoramic vintage points for viewing movement of herds
  • Ngulia Sanctuary: Habitat for highly endangered black rhinos recovering from poaching
  • Lake Jipe: Astride Kenya-Tanzania border, teeming with aquatic life and birdwatching opportunities
  • WWI Sites: East African Campaign sites with guided tours of the Crater, Kichwa Tembo and Mzima Fort
Wildlife:
  • Elephant, rhino, hippo, lions, cheetah, leopards, buffalo
  • Diverse plant and bird species including threatened corncrake and near-threatened Basra Reed Warbler
Park Activities:
  • Cave Exploration
  • Game Viewing
  • Underwater Hippo and Fish Watching
Accommodation:
  • Ngulia Lodge

What to Bring:

Drinking water, picnic items, camping equipment, binoculars, camera, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, guidebooks

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your safari adventure.

Pick-up from your hotel begins early in the morning so you can reach the park during the most active wildlife hours. Exact times vary by itinerary and pick-up location.

Most packages include park entry fees, a private safari vehicle, an experienced guide, meals as described in the itinerary, mineral water, and hotel transfer service.

Wildlife sightings depend on the park, season, and daily conditions. Expect to see elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of birds on most safaris.

Wear neutral-colored, lightweight clothing, a hat, and closed-toe shoes. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a camera, binoculars, and a light jacket for early mornings.

Yes, many safaris are family-friendly and operate from the safety of a private vehicle. Child rates may apply for younger guests, depending on the itinerary.

Cancellations 30 days or more before the safari typically receive a partial refund. Cancellations within two weeks are normally non-refundable, and a deposit may be required at booking.

Booking & Cancellation Policies

  • 50% deposit required at the time of booking.
  • Full balance must be cleared 14 days prior to departure.
  • Cancellations made up to 30 days before departure receive a 90% refund.
  • Cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable.
  • We recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance.

Accommodation & Highlights

Accommodation & Meals

  • Tsavo East: Sentrim Tsavo Camp (Full Board)
  • Tsavo West: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
  • Lodge style: Luxury lodge overlooking waterhole
  • Included Highlights

  • Underwater hippo observation chamber
  • Volcanic Shetani Lava field trek
  • Rhino sanctuary game drive
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