Overview
Tsavo National Park, the largest in Kenya, is home to two of the world’s finest game viewing locations. These two parks, namely Tsavo East and Tsavo West are dissected only by a road. Both majestic parks boast large populations of elephant, buffalo, giraffe and antelope, black rhino and, of course, the big cats. The two parks are unique with Tsavo east being mostly plains and Tsavo West being bushy. Spot the “red elephants” and large herds of Buffaloes in Tsavo East. In Tsavo West, you will have an opportunity to spot the black rhinos at the rhino sanctuary, hippos at Mzima springs. Enjoy the beautiful views of the land formations. On this safari you have an opportunity to see all of the Big five of Africa.
Day 1
Nairobi - Tsavo West National Park
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your Nairobi Hotel, you will be met and assisted by our Representative before commencing your safari to Tsavo West National Park, arriving in time for lunch and check in at your camp. Later enjoy time for relaxation before setting off into the park for afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge as the sun sets for dinner and overnight.
Tsavo West is the most visited section in Tsavo National Park, offering many awesome scenery apart from its wildlife. The foremost is the famous Mzima Springs. This crystal-clear spring is a paradise for a variety of fish, hippos and crocodiles which can be viewed in an underwater observation tunnel, and magnificent scenery include Shetani lava flow- a reminder of the molten outpouring that spilled down the scenic slopes of the nearby Chyulu Hills over the last three centuries.
Day 2
Tsavo West – Tsavo East National Park (Approx 126 Kms – 3hrs 00min)
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, we will make our way to Tsavo East National Park. You will enjoy a game drive en route to your camp/lodge, arriving in time for check-in and lunch. After some time for relaxation we will embark on an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
Tsavo East is world-famous for man eaters of Tsavo, red elephants and excellent game viewing which includes cheetahs, buffalos, zebras, giraffes, and numerous species of wildlife. A variety of migratory and native birds can also be seen here. Most of the park consists of semi-arid grasslands and savanna.
Day 3
Tsavo East - Nairobi
An early morning ‘Spice’ game drive permits further exploration of this great Park. After breakfast depart for Nairobi arriving early afternoon and later transfer to JKIA for your flight back home or you will be dropped off at your pickup hotel.
