Overview
Tour Overview
Kenya Safari: You'll embark on an incredible journey through the diverse landscapes of Tsavo East and West, featuring plains, woodlands, rocky thorn bushes, swamps
Day by Day
Itinerary
Mombasa to Tsavo East
Day 1Mombasa to Tsavo East Mombasa to Tsavo East You will be picked up in Mombasa by your safari guide. Depart via the Mombasa–Nairobi highway, passing through semi-arid countryside. You will arrive at Tsavo East National Park via Buchuma Gate and begin your first game drive en route to the lodge. Spot wildlife such as red elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and antelopes. By 12:30 PM, check in at your lodge or tent camp. Lunch will be served at the lodge, and you will have time to relax and enjoy the lodge's amenities. At 4:00 PM, you will go on an afternoon game drive and visit Aruba Dam, a popular waterhole. Explore predator hot spots and open savannahs. By 6:30 PM, you will return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Tsavo East National Park Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall) High Season December to March and July to October (Not busy) Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Tsavo East NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon LionOccasional Show more CheetahOccasional HyenaOccasional Black RhinoVery Rare LeopardRare WildebeestRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: Voi Wildlife Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Tsavo East NP without fences +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tsavo East to Tsavo West
Day 2Tsavo East to Tsavo West Tsavo East to Tsavo West This morning, you will enjoy an early morning game drive in the park before breakfast. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then leave for your next destination - Tsavo West National Park, arriving in time for check-in and lunch. After lunch, head out for a game drive, chancing to see what you didn’t see while in Tsavo East. We will also make a special stopover at the Mzima Springs, a favorite haunt for crocodiles and hippos, from an underwater tank. It is sometimes possible to spot hippos along the floor of these crystal springs. As the sun sets, return to the lodge for rest, dinner and overnight. Main Destination: Tsavo West National Park Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February (Best for general wildlife viewing; little rainfall) High Season December to March and July to October (Busy) Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Tsavo West NP ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoCommon Show more Black RhinoOccasional LionOccasional HyenaOccasional LeopardRare CheetahRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: Ngulia Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo West NP +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tsavo West to Mombasa
Day 3Tsavo West to Mombasa Tsavo West to Mombasa 6:00 AM: Early morning game drive, the best time to spot predators like lions and leopards. Enjoy the sunrise over the savannah. 8:30 AM: Return to the lodge for breakfast. 10:00 AM: Check out and begin your return journey to Mombasa. 1:30 PM: Stop for lunch at a local restaurant (optional). 5:30 PM: You will be dropped off at your hotel or at your preferred location. Main Destination: Mombasa (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Oakland Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely chan
What's covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- What is included in this tour
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
What travellers say
Verified Reviews
I did a lot of research before booking this safari, finally I chose Oakland Tours and Safaris. I have no connection to this company whatsoever and have never dealt with them before. From the first dealings with the office, I found "James"...
The journey was started from Nairobi airport when we received the warm welcome from tour leader and driver ( Mr Edward ) Our stay was 2 nights Both accommodations were perfect One night stay in giraffes mayor was another amazing...
I contacted some companies for Safari in Kenya, in different parks, and this one seemed the most professional since day one. Their office works 24h, they always reply very quickly, so comunication could not be better. Then the service was...
I was referred to Oakland Safaris via a friend and was not disappointed - from the start the team around Felista is really responsive and serious about their services. I asked for a personalized safari to Amboseli and Chyulu Hills NP and...
Highly recommend the Safari Tour through Massai Mara.
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