Coast to the Great Rift
Coast to the Great Rift is a 6-day / 5-night road safari travelling from Mombasa through Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, and Nairobi before concluding in Mombasa. The…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Coast to the Great Rift is a 6-day / 5-night road safari travelling from Mombasa through Tsavo West, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, and Nairobi before concluding in Mombasa. The route combines volcanic scenery, wooded hills, springs and rugged wilderness in Tsavo West National Park, elephant-rich plains and wide views towards Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park, and freshwater lake scenery, birdlife and relaxed Rift Valley surroundings in Lake Naivasha. 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 West National Park: volcanic scenery, wooded hills, springs and rugged wilderness.
Amboseli National Park: elephant-rich plains and wide views towards Mount Kilimanjaro.
Lake Naivasha: freshwater lake scenery, birdlife and relaxed Rift Valley surroundings.
Scenic overland travel linking the featured destinations.
Depart Mombasa 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.
Depart Tsavo West National Park and travel by road to Amboseli National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives across Amboseli's plains, wetlands and acacia woodland.
Spend the day enjoying game drives across Amboseli's plains, wetlands and acacia woodland. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Amboseli National Park and travel by road to Lake Naivasha. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy lakeside exploration, with a boat or nature experience where included in the itinerary.
Depart Lake Naivasha and travel by road to Nairobi. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a guided city, cultural or wildlife experience as scheduled.
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 West – Amboseli – Lake Naivasha – Nairobi – Mombasa
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