3-Day Tsavo East Safari from Nairobi with Aruba Ashnil Lodge Stay

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Encounter diverse wildlife during thrilling game drives in Tsavo East National Park
• 02 Enjoy picturesque landscapes and cultural encounters along the Nairobi-Mombasa road
• 03 Picnic by the Galana Tsavo River while sightseeing the falls
• 04 Catch a mesmerizing sunrise on an early morning game drive

Embark on a captivating 3-day journey from Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park, travelling along the Nairobi-Mombasa road through diverse landscapes and local communities in eastern Kenya. Enjoy thrilling game drives in the park, a picnic lunch by the Galana Tsavo River, and opportunities to spot wildlife at sunrise and sunset. With accommodation at the famous Aruba Ashnil Lodge, this safari combines serene surroundings, memorable wildlife encounters, and a comfortable escape into one of Kenya's iconic national parks.

Enjoy an early morning game drive at 6:30 am as you catch a glimpse of the sunrise, then return at 8:00 am for breakfast before a late departure to Nairobi, with drop-off at your hotel of choice.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nairobi, Mitoto Andei, Voi, Tsavo East National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Tsavo East and Evening Game Drive

• Early morning pick-up from the hotel and drive through the city centre to join the great Trans-African Highway along the Nairobi-Mombasa Road.
• The journey takes you through lovely scenery in the eastern part of Kenya, with sightseeing of wild animals along the way and views of the different cultural settings of the surrounding communities.
• After a 4-hour drive, you will arrive at the stopover town of Mtito Andei, where you will have a bathroom break, refuel, and continue with the journey.
• It is then a 1-hour drive to the next town, Voi, where you will branch off and head straight to the main gate of Tsavo East National Park.
• You will enjoy a game drive en route to the lodge and arrive at the famous Aruba Ashnil Lodge, where you will be greeted by the warm, friendly staff and the beautiful, magnificent, serene surroundings.
• After a briefing, guests will check in to the exclusive tents and settle down for the afternoon, followed by a late lunch served with a variety of delicacies in the main dining area with plenty of ambiance.
• At 4 pm, guests meet at the reception lounge area for evening tea and then set out for the evening game drive, followed by a sunset dinner and rest.

2

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Tsavo East

• Breakfast is at 7:30 am, and you leave at 8:00 am for a full-day game drive in the park, with a picnic lunch along the Galana Tsavo River while sightseeing the falls.
• After the picnic, drive through the park as you head back to the lodge in the late afternoon for rest and swimming.

3

Day 03

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

• Enjoy an early morning game drive at 6:30 am as you catch a glimpse of the sunrise, then return at 8:00 am for breakfast before a late departure to Nairobi, with drop-off at your hotel of choice.
• End of tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• 2 nights' accommodation
• All park entrance fees
• All meals as per the itinerary
• All transport in a customized tour van with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography
• Assistance at any point
• Bottled water
• Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or the airport

What's Not Included

• Gratuities
• Drinks, such as alcohol
• Maasai Village visit

What to bring

• Camera
• Comfortable clothing
• Snacks

Know before you go

• This is a private safari to Tsavo East National Park.
• Transport is by road in a safari van.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

City Centre, Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.