Kenya · Safari

3-Day Amboseli and Tsavo West Safari with Mzima Springs

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Amboseli National Park, the "Home of the African Elephants"
02 See wildlife against the scenic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro
03 Visit Mzima Springs to spot hippos, crocodiles, monkeys, and fish
04 Enjoy comprehensive game drives in Amboseli and Tsavo West National Parks

Set out on a thrilling adventure through Kenya's rich wildlife reserves, Amboseli National Park and Tsavo West National Park. See Amboseli, the "Home of the African Elephants," set against the scenic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro, and explore Tsavo West's varied landscapes and wildlife habitats. Look out for elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, leopards, pods of hippos, and over 500 species of birds on comprehensive game drives. This tour is a must-do for nature and wildlife enthusiasts visiting Kenya.

Look out for elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, leopards, pods of hippos, and over 500 species of birds on comprehensive game drives.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Amboseli and Afternoon Game Drive

After pick-up from your hotel or airport at 0730 hrs, head towards Amboseli National Park. This is the "Home of the African Elephants" and lies at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain, which offers a scenic background. The morning drive to Amboseli passes through African savanna country dotted with local homesteads and colourful Masai herdsmen grazing their cattle.
Enjoy a short game drive en route to the lodge. On reaching the lodge, check in, relax, and have lunch.
Later in the afternoon, go for an afternoon game drive, where you will have a chance to spot the Big Five, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, and buffaloes. In the evening, return to the lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Morning in Amboseli and Transfer to Tsavo West

Early in the morning before breakfast, set out for a game drive. Return to the lodge for breakfast and packing.
After breakfast, depart Amboseli for Tsavo West National Park. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, check in, have lunch, and relax.
In the evening, head to Mzima Springs, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, monkeys, and different species of fish. You will have a short game drive en route to the lodge or camp. In the evening, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Begin your early morning game drive before breakfast.
After breakfast, enjoy more game drives while leaving the park for Nairobi. Arrive in the city in the afternoon, have lunch, and then be dropped off at your accommodation or the airport.

Where this trip takes you

Amboseli National Park, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mzima Springs, Tsavo West National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Nairobi 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transport in a customized safari vehicle with a pop-up rooftop
Accommodation at your preferred budget, standard, or luxury lodge/camp
Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Services of an experienced Nairobi driver/guide
Comprehensive game drives
Park entrance fees
Bottled drinking water whilst on safari
Pick-up and drop-off at hotel/residence

What's Not Included

International air ticket fare
Accommodation in Nairobi
Items of a personal nature
Drinks and gratuities for waiters, porters, and driver
Personal expenses such as travel insurance
Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions

What to bring

Comfortable sneakers, sandals, or walking shoes for game walks.
Flip-flops or similar footwear for pool or in-room use, or even in the safari vehicle.
Baseball cap or hat to keep dust and sun off your head.
Windbreaker or fleece jacket for layering during game drives and in the evening.
Bring a good DSLR camera and a high-quality zoom lens. If you can, bring a back-up camera and extra camera batteries in case your DSLR goes on the fritz.