Safari7 days / 6 nightsPrivate 4x4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
7-Day Amboseli and Tsavo Safari
A week from Nairobi to the coast through four parks: Amboseli and its elephant herds, the volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West, Salt Lick Lodge above its waterhole in Taita Hills, and the red-dust elephants of Tsavo East.
Highlights
- Elephants beneath Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
- Tsavo West’s volcanic hills, with Mzima Springs when the route allows
- Salt Lick Lodge, on stilts over a waterhole
- The red-dust elephants of Tsavo East
At a glance
- Duration
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Starts / ends
- Starts in Nairobi, ends in Mombasa or Diani
- Route
- Amboseli – Tsavo West – Taita Hills – Tsavo East – the coast
- Vehicle
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
- Private or shared
- Private
- Best time
- Good all year; each season offers something different
- Park fees
- Included in your quote
Day by day
- Day 1Nairobi to AmboseliAfter breakfast, the drive south from Nairobi to Amboseli, famous for its elephant herds and, on clear days, Mount Kilimanjaro. Lunch at camp, then an afternoon game drive across the plains and swamps for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and buffalo.Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp or similarMeals: L · D
- Day 2A full day in AmboseliAn early breakfast, then a full day of game drives through Amboseli’s plains and wetlands for its elephants, big cats, plains game and birdlife, with Kilimanjaro behind when the weather is clear. Lunch as a picnic in the park or back at camp.Overnight: Kibo Safari Camp or similarMeals: B · L · D
- Day 3Amboseli to Tsavo WestEast to Tsavo West, arriving at the lodge for lunch. An afternoon game drive through volcanic hills, rocky outcrops and open plains for elephants, giraffes, zebras and buffalo, with a visit to Mzima Springs when the route and conditions allow.Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or similarMeals: B · L · D
- Day 4Tsavo West to Taita Hills and Salt LickOn to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and Salt Lick Lodge, built on stilts above a waterhole. Lunch, an afternoon game drive in the sanctuary, then an evening watching the animals come down to drink from the viewing areas.Overnight: Salt Lick Safari LodgeMeals: B · L · D
- Day 5Salt Lick to Tsavo EastAfter breakfast, into Tsavo East with a game drive on the way to the lodge. Lunch, then an afternoon game drive across the open savannah for the park’s red-dust elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and buffalo.Overnight: Voi Wildlife Lodge or similarMeals: B · L · D
- Day 6Tsavo East to the coastAn early game drive in the cool of the morning, back for breakfast, then the drive down to Mombasa or Diani Beach, arriving in the afternoon to relax by the Indian Ocean.Overnight: Beach hotel in Mombasa or Diani, or similarMeals: B
- Day 7DepartureBreakfast and some time on the beach, then a transfer to Moi International Airport, the SGR station or wherever you are heading next.Overnight: Not includedMeals: B
Price
Price on request
Starting price per person sharing. Every trip is quoted for your group, your dates and the stays you choose.
Request a quoteWhat changes your price
- How many of you travelSharing the vehicle and rooms brings the price per person down.
- When you travelLodges and the Masai Mara charge more in the high season.
- Where you stayBudget camps, comfortable lodges or luxury camps.
- How many daysEvery extra day adds a night, meals, game drives and park fees.
- Where you livePark fees differ for visitors from abroad, Kenya residents and East African citizens.
- Where we pick you upNairobi, Mombasa, Diani, your hotel or the airport.
Included
- Pick-up in Nairobi and drop-off in Mombasa or Diani
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Six nights’ accommodation as shown, or similar
- Meals as shown in the itinerary
- Game drives as shown in the itinerary
- Park and sanctuary entry fees, quoted for your residency, as set out in your final quote
- Drinking water during the safari
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not in the itinerary
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and lodge staff
Good to know
Absolutely. You can choose your destinations, duration, activities and accommodation level to match your preferences.
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