3 Days, 2 Nights Tsavo East National Park Safari

From $977 per person sharing

Quick Summary

Tour ID: 8
Traveller: Non-resident

Destination	Accommodation
Tsavo East National Park	Camp/Lodge

Overview

Witnessing dust-red elephants indulging in mud baths, rolling, and playfully spraying each other with the midnight blue waters of the palm-shaded Galana River creates a truly captivating scene in Africa. This, coupled with the 300-kilometer-long Yatta Plateau, recognized as the world's longest lava flow, offers a distinctive and unparalleled adventure in Tsavo East. As the largest protected area in Kenya, the park serves as a habitat for a diverse range of larger mammals, including herds of dust-red elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, leopards, pods of hippos, crocodiles, waterbucks, lesser kudu, gerenuk, and an abundant birdlife featuring 500 recorded species. Tsavo East promises an extraordinary wildlife experience set against the backdrop of unique geographical wonders.

Prices Inclusive Of

✅ Transport in a comfortable safari van or 4x4 Land Cruiser Jeep.
✅ Accommodation (lodge or camp) on full board.
✅ Park entrance fees.
✅ Professional guide/driver.
✅ Daily game drives as per itinerary.
✅ Drinkind mineral water.

Prices Exclusive Of

❌ International/domestic flights.
❌ Visa fees.
❌ Travel insurance.
❌ Drinks, laundry, and personal expenses.
❌ Gratuities for guide/driver.
❌ Potter.

Tour Schedule

Day 1: Arrival & Introduction to Tsavo East

Morning:

Early Morning to Tsavo East
You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi, Drive along the Mombasa highway through scenic countryside (approx. 5–6 hrs)Tsavo East National Park.
Enter Tsavo East through the Bachuma Gate

Late Morning:

Game Drive – Introduction to Tsavo East
After a brief check-in at your lodge or camp, you’ll head straight out for your first game drive in Tsavo East National Park. The park is known for its vast landscapes, home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and buffaloes, among others. Tsavo is also famous for its red elephants, which get their color from the red earth they dust themselves with.

Lunch:

After your morning game drive, return to your lodge for a delicious lunch, either in the dining area or in a scenic bush setting, depending on your lodge’s offerings.

Afternoon:

Visit to Aruba Dam or More Game Drives
In the afternoon, head to Aruba Dam, a popular water source in Tsavo East, where you can see large herds of elephants and other wildlife coming to drink. This is also a great spot for birdwatching, as the dam attracts a wide variety of birds, including white-bellied bustards, kori bustards, and hornbills.

Alternatively, you can enjoy another game drive in different areas of the park, exploring more remote regions and spotting wildlife in the cooler late afternoon hours.

Evening:

Sundowners & Relaxation
Enjoy a sundowner drink as the sun sets over the savannah, followed by a relaxing evening at your lodge or camp. You can also enjoy the evening with a bush dinner or a quiet dinner under the stars at the camp.

Overnight:

Stay overnight at your lodge or tented camp in Tsavo East.

Day 2: Full-Day Exploration of Tsavo East

Early Morning:

Morning Game Drive
Rise early for a morning game drive. Early morning is the best time to see predators like lions and cheetahs before the heat of the day sets in. You will also have a chance to see herbivores like zebras, gazelles, and buffaloes in the cooler morning hours.

Breakfast:

After your game drive, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast.

Mid-Morning:

Visit to the Yatta Plateau
In the late morning, head to the Yatta Plateau, one of the longest lava flows in the world. The plateau offers incredible views of the surrounding park and is a great spot for a photo opportunity. It’s also home to wildlife like warthogs, impalas, and giraffes.

Lunch:

Enjoy lunch back at the lodge or camp. Some lodges offer bush lunches, where you can enjoy a meal in the wilderness, adding to the adventure.

Afternoon:

Game Drive in the Western Tsavo Region
In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in the western part of the park. This area is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, providing a completely different landscape compared to the eastern parts. You’ll have the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife, including elephants, hyenas, jackals, and possibly even a leopard.
If you're interested in the Taita Hills, you can take a brief detour to explore the region’s diverse wildlife and enjoy its panoramic views.

Evening:

Sundowner at a Scenic Viewpoint
Stop at a scenic viewpoint for a sundowner, taking in the panoramic views of the park at sunset. This is a great way to end your day on a tranquil note.
Dinner & Relaxation
Return to the lodge or camp for a relaxing dinner, followed by some evening stargazing. Tsavo East is known for its clear skies, and the lack of light pollution makes it a great place for stargazing.

Overnight:

Stay overnight at your lodge or camp in Tsavo East.

Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Departure

Early Morning:

Final Game Drive
On your final day, enjoy one last early morning game drive in Tsavo East. This is your last chance to spot any wildlife you may have missed during previous drives. Depending on the season, you might also see migratory birds or encounter large herds of elephants.

Breakfast:

Return to the lodge for breakfast, either in the dining area or as a bush breakfast with a scenic view.

Late Morning:

Relax at the Lodge
After breakfast, relax at the lodge or camp before your return flight. You can enjoy the peaceful surroundings or take a final walk around the camp, soaking in the last of the park’s beauty.

Lunch: