From Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, Watamu, Bamburi Beach Resorts - Finish Nairobi
Relaxed Kenya road safari departing the coast through Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli national parks to finish in Nairobi.
4 days/3 nights wildlife tour famous for short road journeys and more time in the National parks
This translates into more & longer game viewing drives to see wildlife & scenic attractions.
Tour explores the savannah plains of the Tsavo East, scenic hilly terrain of the Tsavo West and Amboseli lying at the shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro.
The safari is easy paced and suitable for both young families & seniors.
Accommodation is offered in options of economy, standard or luxury safari lodges & tented camps depending on your budget & style.
Transport and game viewing drives is in open top safari minivans.
4 x 4 Land cruiser jeep transport is available at an extra cost.
Safari highlights:
- Tsavo East National Park
- Tsavo West National park
- Amboseli national park
- A glimpse of African homesteads & cultures
- Africa's limitless expanses of the wild.
- Lion, elephant, cheetah, giraffe, buffalo, antelope, warthog, ostrich, Baboons, birds…
- Local hospitality.
- Mount Kilimanjaro. Highest Mountain in Africa.
Safari Starting Venue | |
Malindi Beach hotels : | Kilifi beach hotels |
Watamu beach hotels : | Kikambala beach hotels |
Diani beach hotels : | Tiwi beach hotels |
Shanzu beach hotels : | |
Set your own safari dates
Private safari tour
Safari itinerary |
Day 1: Kenya Coast-Tsavo East: Appr. 2.5 hrs |
Pick up from your Kenya coast beach resort in the early morning
Depart the Kenya Coast and follow the early explorers’ route - Mombasa - Nairobi highway.
The scenic dawn drive heads to the southern entry gate of Tsavo east where we stop briefly for refreshments.
Enter the Tsavo and commence game viewing drives.
Relax and later join the afternoon game viewing drive after the midday sun / heat
The Game viewing drive takes us on the trails of the big five with magnificent views of the African sunset before returning to our lodging
Overnight shall be at your Tsavo safari lodge/ tented camp
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner.
Day 2: Tsavo East- Tsavo West: 80 kms Appx 1.5 hrs: |
We shall be ready before sunrise in our anticipation of the morning game drive!.
All ingredients for a wonderful day are in place,
…the splendor of an African sunrise dominates the natural world as we traverse the vast park in search of the early grazers and predators.
A final game viewing drive at the Tsavo east shall follow as we leave the park.
We shall proceed to the Tsavo West where we continue on game viewing drives.
This afternoon we visit the Rhino Sanctuary where the endangered species are protected.
Overnight at your Tsavo west safari lodge/ tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3: Tsavo West- Amboseli: 100kms Appx 3 hrs: |
"The early bird catches the worm!"
..We embark on an early morning game and scenery viewing drive.
Sunrise catches us as we explore the Tsavo west national park.
The natural world unfolds amid the freshness and beauty of the morning.
We drink in the scenic beauty of this awesome park.
We head to Mzima Springs to view hippos, crocodiles, exotic fish and a variety of bird species.
The greenery surrounding the underground springs is a welcome contrast to the dry terrain that form Tsavo West national park.
Later proceed to Amboseli national park to arrive during late morning
Relax until late afternoon when we set out to explore the Amboseli national park in a game viewing drive.
This is a leisurely game viewing drive with animals easily seen and with the bulk of Mount Kilimanjaro providing an awesome back-drop for wildlife photography.
Clouds may open up and the sight of snow peaked Mount Kilimanjaro shall mesmerize
Overnight at an Amboseli safari lodge/ tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Amboseli- Nairobi: 250kms: Appx: 3.5hrs: |
We shall be early again!
Early morning game viewing drive
Sunrise and emergence of the Mount Kilimanjaro peak from the clouds is dramatic "weather permitting".
Marvel at the sights as we enjoy our breakfast.
Extra mid-morning game viewing drive
Depart the Amboseli and proceed to Nairobi.
Drop off at Nairobi airport / Nairobi hotel/Residence
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Mombasa - Tsavo East - Amboseli - Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara - Nairobi
Start from Malindi, Watamu, Kilifi, Mombasa, Diani - Finish Nairobi airport / hotel
The Mombasa to Nairobi safari trip explores the plains of Tsavo East national park, Amboseli national park and Mount Kilimanjaro views, the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Nakuru national park and Masai Mara game reserve.
On each safari day and as tour progresses -Kenya evolves to more attractive landscape, cultures and wildlife viewing
Safari accommodation is provided in options of economy, standard or Luxury lodges / tented camps to suit your budget
Safari transport is in private customized pop up top 4 x 4 Toyota safari minivan
Land cruiser 4 x 4 jeeps are provided at a cost.
Safari is also suitable for young families and seniors.
So that you may know…
- Safari can be customized to include your preferred specifications.
- Safari can be extended to more days
- Safari can be modified to include local flights
- Safari driving time is estimate and depends on road conditions and traffic
Safari pick up venues
Mombasa city hotels
Bamburi beach
Kilifi beach
Diani beach
Shanzu beach
Malindi beach
Galu beach
Nyali beach
Msambweni beach
Tiwi beach
Safari highlights
- Tsavo East National Park
- Amboseli national park
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- The great rift valley
- Lake Nakuru National park
- Masai Mara game reserve
- Masai tribes men and culture.
- Elephant, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, gazelle, rhino, lion, kudu, spotted hyena......
- Flamingos, Pelicans and other bird species at Lake Nakuru
- A summary of Kenya in 6 days
DEPARTURE TIMES
Diani Beach resorts – 0500hrs
Mombasa- North Coast hotels – 0600hrs
Suggest own safari dates
PRIVATE SAFARI TOUR
Safari itinerary
Day 1: MOMBASA - TSAVO EAST (120 kms, Appx 3 hrs)
You shall be collected from your Kenya beach resort
Proceed on a scenic inland drive along the Mombasa - Nairobi highway.
We arrive at the southern entry point of Tsavo east where we stop briefly for refreshments. (Pay direct)
Game viewing drives commence on entry to the park.
We shall look out for Elephant, giraffe, zebra, lion, cheetah, buffalo, ostrich...........
Afternoon game viewing session traversing the park as we hunt for wildlife for more game
We shall drink in the serenity of the savanna plains and marvel at the splendor of the African sunset.
Your experienced safari driver shall guide you through the game viewing tracks and point out the animals
Overnight at Tsavo east safari lodge/ tented camp
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: TSAVO EAST - AMBOSELI (300 kms, Appx 5 hrs)
An early wakeup call!
Short morning game viewing drive as you exit the Tsavo
Proceed to the Amboseli national park
Mid-day finds us at the floor of Mount Kilimanjaro - Amboseli National Park
Wild animals at this park are easily found.
The majestic Mount Kilimanjaro provides the ultimate background for wild animals and nature photography.
Amateur and professional photographers shall have their day at Amboseli!
..........what was not seen at Tsavo may likely be seen here
Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge/ tented camp with vantage views of the Mount Kilimanjaro.
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: AMBOSELI - LAKE NAKURU (420 kms, Appx 7 hrs with lunch stop)
Early wakeup call!
Short morning game viewing drive as you exit the Amboeli
A long and scenic drive to the Lake Nakuru
The journey is on smooth tarmac via Nairobi (Kenya capital city) and the central highlands of Kenya.
Masai herdsmen, subsistence farms and local homesteads dot the country side on our drive.
We shall stop to view and marvel at the sheer drop of the Great Rift Valley escarpment
There shall be views of the fresh water Lake Naivasha and the alkaline Lake Elmenteita.
Arrive at the Lake Nakuru National park in time for a short game and bird watching drive
Overnight at your Lake Nakuru safari / tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4: LAKE NAKURU - MASAI MARA (290 kms, Appx 6 hrs)
Explore Lake Nakuru national park and view bird species including few flamingoes, pelicans and others
The Lake Nakuru National Park is host to a Rhino Sanctuary and other animal species.
Later proceed to the Masai Mara game reserve.
Arrival at Masai Mara game reserve will be in the late afternoon
Short game viewing as you proceed to your Masai Mara accommodation
Overnight shall be at your Masai Mara safari lodge/ tented camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5: MASAI MARA
Wake up at dawn!
We indulge in game spotting and scenery viewing today.
The Mara eco-system hosts the highest concentration of wild animals per sq. km. than any other wildlife habitat in the East African region.
We will take packed lunches and spend the day traversing the game reserve on game viewing drives.
We shall enjoy our picnic lunches near the Mara River as we view hippos and crocodiles wallowing in the Mara River.
The Masai Mara game reserve will satiate everyone’s appetite for game viewing.
Overnight at your Masai Mara safari lodge/ tented camp.
Meal plan. Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6: MASAI MARA – NAIROBI (Masai Mara - Nairobi 265 kms, Appx. 5-6 hrs)
Last day on safari!
We start with an early morning game viewing drive.
An exit game viewing drive as you leave the Masai Mara
Proceed to Nairobi
Arrive Nairobi in the late afternoon.
Drop off at your Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch.
Choose economy, standard or luxury accommodation option depending on safari budget / style
Luxury safari lodge / tented accommodation option
Tsavo East National park: Satao camp
Amboseli National Park: Oltukai lodge, Amboseli Serena lodge.
Lake Nakuru National Park:Sarova Lion hill, Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge,Flamingo Camp
Masai Mara game reserve: Mara Simba lodge Mara Sarova camp Mara Serena, Ashnil Mara, Keekorok Lodge, Mara River Camp, Mara Eden Camp, Loyk Mara Camp
Standard safari lodge / tented camp accommodation:
Tsavo east National park: Voi safari lodge, Ashnil Aruba, Ashnil Aruba lodge
Amboseli National Park:Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Sentrim Amboseli, Kibo Safari Camp
Lake Nakuru National Park: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Masai Mara game reserve: Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Leisure camp, AA lodge/camp,
Economy safari lodge / tented camp accommodation:
Tsavo east National Park: Sentrim Tsavo Camp, Ndololo Camp, Voi wildlife lodge
Amboseli National Park: AA Lodge/camp
Lake Nakuru National Park: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Masai Mara game reserve: Elangata Olerai Camp, Olmoran Tented Camp, Sentrim Mara Camp
