A safari giving you an opportunity to sample Kenya’s natural diversity
This is a short safari that takes you back to the era of the untamed Africa, the Africa you may have viewed on the movie, “The ghost and the darkness” or read about in “The Man eaters of Tsavo”. On this safari, you visit Amboseli- Kilimanjaro’s Royal Court”, Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks which when combined form Kenya’s largest national park. Relive the memories of the Real Africa as you enjoy stunning natural scenery, explore land marks and enjoy thrilling game viewing experiences; all within 4 days.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Nairobi City
- Amboseli National Park
- Tsavo East National Park
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival at JKIA/Nairobi, transfer to Amboseli National Park
Pick up from the airport or Nairobi Hotel in the morning. Drive to Amboseli arriving for lunch. Enjoy afternoon game drives until 1800 hrs. Here you can see Buffalos, Lions, Zebras, Cheetahs, Gnus, Jackals, Spotted Hyenas, Warthogs, among others. It’s also home to the largest herds of Elephants that you can see anywhere in Africa. The snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro is also visible on a clear day with the swamps and marshes being home to hundreds of bird species
Accommodation at Amboseli Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner.
Day 2: Drive to Tsavo West
After breakfast, check out end drive to Tsavo West. Enjoy en route game viewing as you head to your lodge. Lunch, followed by afternoon game drives. Besides amazing wildlife sightings, some other highlights here include the Mzima Springs which is one of the leading attractions. Tsavo West is more mountainous and wetter than its counterpart, with swamps, Lake Jipe and the Mzima Springs. It is known for bird life and for its large mammal’s e.g. black rhino, Cape buffalo, elephant, gerenuk, leopard, hippo and lion. There are also other smaller animals that can be spotted in the park, such as the bush baby, hartebeest, lesser kudu and Maasai giraffe.
Accommodation at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Drive to Tsavo East
After early breakfast, check out and enjoy en route game viewing as you depart for Tsavo East. Lunch at you lodge followed by afternoon game viewing. Tsavo East is noted for its vast elephant herds and a variety of game including buffalo, lion, cheetah, leopard, giraffe, zebra and plains game of almost every kind. The slightly larger Tsavo East is generally flat, with dry plains across which the Galana River flows. Other features include the Yatta Plateau, The Mudanda Rock and Lugard Falls.
Accommodation at Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4: Transfer Back to Nairobi
After breakfast, depart for Voi town. You will board your morning Standard Gauge Railway train for a scenic ride through Tsavo West and onwards back to Nairobi. The journey, although on a more modern rail, takes you through the original route of the famous “Lunatic Express” which was built from 1896 to connect the port of Mombasa to the rest of Kenya, all the way to Uganda. Safari ends in Nairobi SGR Station.
Accommodation at Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of Tour
INCLUDED
- Transport in a 4WD vehicle with pop-up roof.
- All fuel for the tour
- English speaking Ugandan driver/guide.
- Accommodation and Meals on Full Board (Breakfast Lunch and Dinner)
- Park-entrance fees for all National parks
- All activities described in the itinerary
- Drinking water throughout the safari.
NOT INCLUDED
- International air fares
- Entry visa
- Meals that are not part of your accommodation.
- Personal (medical/travel) insurance
- Tips and gratuities to rangers, driver/guide, porter, hotel staff, etc.
- All expenses of personal nature (e.g. drinks, laundry, optional activities, souvenirs etc.)