3 Days Comfort Tour to Tsavo East & West from Mombasa

3 Days
Mid-range
Private

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Overview

This 3-day comfort safari from Mombasa offers an exciting exploration of both Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks, known for their rugged landscapes and diverse wildlife, including the famous 'man-eaters of Tsavo'. This tour is ideal for those based on the Kenyan coast seeking a short but comprehensive wildlife adventure with comfortable lodge stays and experienced local guides.

Tour Suitability:

  • Traveler Profile: Well-suited for individuals, couples, or families on a coastal holiday in Mombasa or Diani looking for a convenient and rewarding safari add-on.
  • Pace of Travel: Moderate, maximizing wildlife viewing in two distinct sections of Kenya's largest national park.
  • Interests: Seeing Tsavo's 'red elephants', exploring different terrains (open plains of Tsavo East, volcanic hills of Tsavo West), visiting Mzima Springs, and learning about the history of the 'man-eater' lions.
  • Comfort Level: Comfort/Mid-Range, featuring stays at well-regarded lodges like Voi Safari Lodge and Ngulia Safari Lodge.
  • Focus: A convenient short safari from the coast, highlighting the unique wilderness and wildlife of both Tsavo East and Tsavo West.

Key Tour Highlights

  • Tsavo East Exploration: Discover Tsavo East National Park, renowned for its vast open plains, Aruba Dam, and large herds of 'red elephants'.
  • Tsavo West Adventure: Explore the more varied terrain of Tsavo West, including Poacher's Lookout and Mzima Springs (if time and conditions permit).
  • 'Man-Eaters of Tsavo' Legacy: Learn about the history of the famous lions that roamed this region.
  • Comfortable Lodge Stays: Enjoy quality accommodations at Voi Safari Lodge in Tsavo East and Ngulia Safari Lodge in Tsavo West.
  • Experienced Local Guiding: Benefit from the expertise of local driver-guides familiar with the Tsavo ecosystem and its wildlife.

Accommodation Style

Your stays will be at reputable mid-range lodges offering comfort and good wildlife viewing opportunities. Voi Safari Lodge in Tsavo East is known for its stunning views over the plains, while Ngulia Safari Lodge in Tsavo West provides a classic safari lodge experience amidst rugged landscapes. Both offer pleasant rooms and dining facilities.

Featured Destinations & Attractions

  • Tsavo East National Park: Kenya's largest park, famous for its 'red elephants' (colored by the dust), lions, giraffes, buffalos, and the Aruba Dam, which attracts wildlife.
  • Tsavo West National Park: Characterized by its volcanic hills, lava flows, and springs like Mzima. Wildlife includes elephants, lions, leopards, and diverse birdlife. Poacher's Lookout offers panoramic views.

Itinerary

Depart from your Mombasa or Diani beach hotel and head to Tsavo East National Park. Arrive in time for lunch and check in at your lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive, visiting sites like the Aruba Dam, a popular watering hole for animals. Tsavo East is famous for its 'red elephants' and the historical 'man-eaters of Tsavo'. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinking water)

Accommodation: Voi Safari Lodge or similar mid-range lodge.

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Tsavo East before departing for Tsavo West National Park. Arrive at your lodge in Tsavo West and check in for lunch. Relax at the lodge until the late afternoon, when your local guide will take you for an evening game drive. Tsavo West offers a more varied landscape, including scrublands and acacia woodlands. (Meals: All meals included, Drinking water)

Accommodation: Ngulia Safari Lodge or similar mid-range lodge.

Enjoy an early morning breakfast followed by check-out. Depart on a final game drive through Tsavo West, potentially visiting Mzima Springs (subject to conditions and time) where you might see hippos and crocodiles. Afterwards, begin your journey back to Mombasa or Diani beach, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel, concluding your Tsavo adventure. (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch, Drinking water)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Activities (as written in the itinerary)
  • Entry fee
  • Taxes
  • A bottle of drinking water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions

  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

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From $699.00 (USD) Per Adult

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