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Overview
This 6-day comfort safari vacation combines the rugged wilderness of Tsavo West National Park with a relaxing beach stay in Mombasa. It's an ideal itinerary for travelers seeking a blend of wildlife adventure and coastal leisure, featuring comfortable mid-range accommodations and the expertise of local guides. The tour concludes with a return flight to Nairobi.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Perfect for couples, families, and individuals looking for a 'bush and beach' experience with convenient travel logistics.
- Pace of Travel: Moderate, balancing safari game drives with ample leisure time at the beach.
- Interests: Wildlife viewing in Tsavo West (elephants, lions, Mzima Springs), relaxing on Mombasa's beaches, optional watersports, and cultural exploration.
- Comfort Level: Comfort/Mid-Range, featuring stays at properties like Voyager Ziwani Camp and Voyager Beach Resort.
- Focus: A well-rounded Kenyan holiday combining the adventure of Tsavo West with the relaxation of a Mombasa beach escape.
Key Tour Highlights
- Tsavo West Wildlife Adventure: Two days dedicated to exploring Tsavo West National Park, known for its scenic landscapes, Mzima Springs, and diverse wildlife including elephants and potential rhino sightings.
- Mombasa Beach Relaxation: Three nights at a mid-range beach resort in Mombasa, offering opportunities for beach activities, watersports, or simply unwinding by the Indian Ocean.
- Comfortable Accommodations: Stay at Voyager Ziwani Camp (just outside Tsavo West) and Voyager Beach Resort in Mombasa, or similar well-regarded properties.
- Scenic Journey & Flight: Enjoy road travel to Tsavo West and a convenient flight from Mombasa back to Nairobi.
- Experienced Local Guiding: Benefit from knowledgeable local guides during your safari portion and attentive service at the beach resort.
Accommodation Style
Your safari includes a stay at Voyager Ziwani Camp, a mid-range tented camp offering an authentic bush experience just outside Tsavo West National Park. For your beach portion, you'll relax at Voyager Beach Resort in Mombasa, a mid-range resort known for its family-friendly atmosphere and beachfront location. Both provide comfortable amenities and good service.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Tsavo West National Park: Characterized by its volcanic hills, lava flows, Mzima Springs (hippos, crocodiles), a rhino sanctuary, and diverse wildlife.
- Mombasa City & Beaches: Kenya's historic coastal city offering beautiful beaches like Diani (though the stay is in Mombasa city resort), opportunities for watersports, and cultural sites. Diani Beach is known for its long stretches of white sand and coral reefs.
- Mzima Springs: A key attraction in Tsavo West.
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, a local representative will meet you for a briefing about your trip. Afterwards, proceed to your lodge near Tsavo West National Park. After arriving and having lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Voyager Ziwani Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
After breakfast at the camp, proceed for a morning game drive in Tsavo West National Park. You may carry packed lunch boxes if you opt for a full-day exploration. Tsavo West is known for its magnificent scenery, Mzima Springs, rich and varied wildlife, and potential for rock climbing. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the reserve until sunset. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Voyager Ziwani Camp or similar mid-range tented camp.
Have breakfast at the lodge, then check out and depart for Mombasa. You will be dropped off at your beach resort to check in for a 3-night stay. Your safari driver will bid you farewell as they return to Nairobi. Mombasa's beaches, such as Diani (though your resort is in Mombasa city), are renowned for their white sands and clear waters. (Meals: All meals included, All drinks - premium wines & liquors might be excluded at beach resort)
Accommodation: Voyager Beach Resort or similar mid-range resort.
Spend the day at your leisure, exploring the beautiful beach. Meals will be served at the resort. Optional activities available at an extra cost include skydiving, scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat trips. The general coastal area is known for its coral reefs and nearby attractions like Shimba Hills National Reserve. (Meals: All meals included, All drinks - premium wines & liquors might be excluded at beach resort)
Accommodation: Voyager Beach Resort or similar mid-range resort.
Enjoy another full day at leisure by the Indian Ocean. Relax on the beach, swim, or partake in various watersports offered by the resort or local vendors. Explore the resort's amenities or simply unwind under the coastal sun. (Meals: All meals included, All drinks - premium wines & liquors might be excluded at beach resort)
Accommodation: Voyager Beach Resort or similar mid-range resort.
Check out after breakfast and be transferred to Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa for your flight to Wilson Airport (WIL) in Nairobi. Upon arrival at Wilson, a local driver will meet you. Enjoy lunch at a notable Nairobi restaurant, such as the Carnivore (or another of your choice, cost may vary). Later, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your onward international flight. (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch, Drinks not included for Nairobi lunch unless specified)
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