The Great Tsavo Safari
The Great Tsavo Safari is a 5-day / 4-night road safari travelling from Mombasa through Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Taita Hills before concluding in Mombasa. The route…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
The Great Tsavo Safari is a 5-day / 4-night road safari travelling from Mombasa through Tsavo East, Tsavo West, and Taita Hills before concluding in Mombasa. The route combines immense red-soil wilderness, open plains and distinctive elephant country in Tsavo East National Park, volcanic scenery, wooded hills, springs and rugged wilderness in Tsavo West National Park, and rolling hills, conservancy landscapes and the southern Kenya wildlife corridor in Taita Hills. Road travel reveals the changing scenery between destinations, while each day balances transfers with game drives, guided experiences and time at the lodge or camp.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Tsavo East National Park: immense red-soil wilderness, open plains and distinctive elephant country.
Tsavo West National Park: volcanic scenery, wooded hills, springs and rugged wilderness.
Taita Hills: rolling hills, conservancy landscapes and the southern Kenya wildlife corridor.
Scenic overland travel linking the featured destinations.
Depart Mombasa and travel by road to Tsavo East National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives through Tsavo East's expansive landscapes.
Depart Tsavo East National Park and travel by road to Tsavo West National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives through Tsavo West's contrasting habitats and scenic viewpoints.
Spend the day enjoying game drives through Tsavo West's contrasting habitats and scenic viewpoints. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Tsavo West National Park and travel by road to Taita Hills. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives through the Taita Hills wildlife area.
After breakfast and, time permitting, a final morning experience, begin the onward road journey to Mombasa. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Mombasa.
Included
- Transport in a custom safari vehicle suited to the road sectors shown in the itinerary.
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides and local guides where required.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Scheduled game drives, excursions and transfers described in the itinerary.
- Park, reserve, conservancy and attraction fees listed under Inclusions.
- Bottled drinking water during the principal safari transfers and game drives.
Not included
- International flights unless listed under Inclusions.
- Visa costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Premium drinks, laundry and personal purchases unless otherwise stated.
- Optional activities, private arrangements and permit upgrades not listed under Inclusions.
- Gratuities and any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
Route
Where this journey takes you.
Mombasa – Tsavo East – Tsavo West – Taita Hills – Mombasa
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