4-Day Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli National Park Safari From Nairobi

Highlights

Explore Amboseli National Park and witness large elephant herds set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro

Experience thrilling game drives across the diverse landscapes of Tsavo West National Park

Visit Mzima Springs and observe hippos and crocodiles from the underwater viewing chamber

Discover the dramatic Shetani Lava Flows and learn about their volcanic origins

Search for the famous red elephants in Tsavo East National Park

Spot predators, including lions, during early morning and late afternoon game drives

Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, Tsavo East National Park

nature, safari, Wildlife

Private Tour

4 Days

Easy

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Description

Embark on a 4-day Kenya safari from Nairobi, exploring Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, and Tsavo East National Park. Enjoy scenic drives, thrilling game drives in search of elephants, lions, and rhinos, panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, visits to Mzima Springs and Shetani Lava Flows, and encounters with Tsavo’s famous red elephants across diverse savannah and volcanic landscapes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
- Morning: Early pick-up from your Nairobi hotel (approximately 7:30 AM). The drive to Amboseli takes about 4 hours via the Nairobi-Mombasa highway, turning off at Emali.
- Midday: Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest.
- Afternoon: Game drive in Amboseli. This is the best time to see the large "Tuskers" (elephants) grazing in the swamps with Mt. Kilimanjaro as a backdrop (clearer in the late afternoon).
Evening: Dinner and overnight at your Sentrim Camp or Amboseli Kibo Safari Camp.
Day 2: Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park
- Morning: Early morning game drive to catch the sunrise over Kilimanjaro. After breakfast, depart for Tsavo West (approximately 2–3 hour drive).
- Midday: Enter Tsavo West via the Shetani Lava Flows—a dramatic "frozen" landscape of black volcanic rock. Check in for lunch.
- Afternoon: Visit Mzima Springs, where millions of gallons of crystal-clear water gush from the ground. You can view hippos and crocodiles from an underwater glass tank. Later, visit the Rhino Sanctuary.
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay in Tsavo West at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or Ngulia Safari Lodge.
Day 3: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park
- Morning: Breakfast and a final morning game drive in the rugged, hilly terrain of Tsavo West.
- Midday: Depart for Tsavo East, the largest park in Kenya (approximately a 3-hour drive). You'll cross the main highway and enter a much flatter, drier landscape.
- Afternoon: Game drive in search of the famous "Red Elephants" (colored by the park's iron-rich soil) and the man-eating lions of Tsavo. Keep an eye out for the Aruba Dam, a major watering hole.
Evening: Dinner and overnight at Tsavo East Aruba Ashnil Lodge or Voi Wildlife Lodge.
Day 4: Tsavo East to Nairobi
- Morning: Final sunrise game drive in Tsavo East—this is often the best time to spot lions hunting.
- Midday: Hearty breakfast at the lodge followed by a leisurely game drive toward the park exit.
- Afternoon: Begin the drive back to Nairobi (approximately 5–6 hours). We typically stop for lunch at a scenic point along the highway.
- Evening: Arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

What's Included

Provide accommodation as outlined in the itinerary, subject to timely payment to secure bookings

Include all meals specified in the itinerary, generally consisting of daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets with both Western and local dishes

Offer transportation in a standard game-viewing Toyota 4x4 Land Cruiser equipped with a pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing and photography

Guarantee a window seat for each passenger on private trips to ensure maximum game viewing and flexibility

Assign a professional English-speaking driver guide with extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, landscapes, and Kenyan culture

Equip each 4x4 Land Cruiser or Jeep with two-way long-range high-frequency radio communication

Provide safari accessories in each vehicle including binoculars for the driver guide a first-aid kit, and a fire extinguisher

Cover park entrance fees and game drives as specified in the itinerary

Include all government taxes and levies, along with a minimum of 3 liters of bottled water per client per day during the safari

Provide pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi and drop-off after the safari

What's Excluded

Domestic and international airfares and departure taxes

Personal communication charges for telephone calls, faxes, emails, and related services

Tips and gratuities for the driver-guide, with a recommended amount of 15 USD per person per day for planning purposes

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and laundry services

Excludes between-meal snacks and any events not included in the itinerary

Know Before You Go

Apply for the Electronic Travel Authorization through the official government portal at least three days before departure.

Prepare flight itineraries and hotel confirmations for upload during the eTA application process.

Ensure immigration status remains valid for the entire duration of the safari.

Present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate if arriving from or transiting through a Yellow Fever risk country.

Consult a travel clinic regarding malaria prophylaxis, as Amboseli and Tsavo are lower altitude areas where malaria is present.

Use only bottled or properly filtered water for drinking and brushing teeth.

Avoid bringing single use plastic carrier bags into Kenya due to strict regulations.

Use reusable fabric bags or dry bags for toiletries and laundry.

Tip the driver guide 10 to 15 USD per person per day, usually given on the final day.

Contribute 10 to 15 USD per stay to the lodge general tip box for shared staff distribution.

Carry US Dollars printed after 2009 or Kenya Shillings for tips and small purchases.

Bring sufficient cash for Maasai village visits and roadside souvenirs.

Download offline maps of the Amboseli and Tsavo region before travel.

Expect limited mobile network coverage during game drives.

What To Bring

Pack layered clothing as early morning game drives can be cool, especially in Amboseli

Choose neutral colors such as khaki, beige, or olive green to blend into the environment

Avoid bright white, as it shows dust easily

Avoid dark blue and black in wooded areas as they may attract tsetse flies

Select breathable cotton or linen fabrics for daytime comfort

Bring comfortable sneakers or chukka boots suitable for safari vehicles and lodge grounds

Pack swimwear, as many lodges feature swimming pools with park views

Carry binoculars for enhanced wildlife viewing across open plains and marshes

Bring a camera with a zoom lens for capturing distant wildlife

Pack a power bank for long game drive days

Carry a universal adapter, as Kenya uses Type G three-pin rectangular plugs

Apply high SPF sunscreen due to strong equatorial sun exposure

Use lip balm with sun protection

Wear a wide-brimmed hat for additional shade

Carry insect repellent for evenings and areas near water sources

Pack personal medications and a compact first-aid kit

Include anti-histamines and motion sickness tablets for uneven safari roads

Use soft-sided duffel bags instead of hard-shell luggage for easier packing in safari vehicles

Carry small denomination US Dollars issued after 2006 or Kenya Shillings for tips and local purchases

Avoid plastic carrier bags as they are banned in Kenya, and use reusable fabric or dry bags instead

Meeting Point

The Sarova Stanley, Standard Street, Nairobi, Kenya

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

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4-Day Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli National Park Safari From Nairobi

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Day 3: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

Day 4: Tsavo East to Nairobi

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4-Day Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli National Park Safari From Nairobi

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Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Day 2: Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park

Day 3: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

Day 4: Tsavo East to Nairobi

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Know Before You Go

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