Multi-day4-Day Tsavo West, Amboseli & Tsavo East Safari
4 days / 3 nights · Tsavo West · Amboseli · Tsavo East
From Diani, Mombasa
Price on request
View trip →3-Day Tsavo East & Tsavo West Safari from Diani & Mombasa
See both halves of Tsavo: the open red plains of Tsavo East, then the hills and lava landscapes of Tsavo West, with two nights in safari camps on full board.
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Departs from
- Diani, Mombasa
- Pick-up window
- 06:30
- Back at your hotel
- In the evening on day three
- Parks & places
- Tsavo East National Park, Tsavo West National Park
- Vehicle
- Pop-up-roof safari vehicle
- Overnight
- 2 nights
- Meals
- Full board at the camps
- Best months
- June–October and January–February
Overview
Tsavo is two national parks, and this safari covers both. Tsavo East is flat, open and red, the home of dust-covered elephants and big skies. Tsavo West is greener and more dramatic, with hills, springs and young volcanic landscapes. You spend your first night in Tsavo East and your second in Tsavo West, with morning and afternoon game drives each day, before driving back to the coast on day three.
- Both Tsavo parks in one trip
- Game drives through the Dida area, Aruba Dam and the river circuit in Tsavo East
- Afternoon and morning drives in Tsavo West
- Two nights in safari camps on full board
Itinerary
Day 1 · Coast to Tsavo East
06:30
Pick-up from your hotel and drive along the Mombasa–Nairobi highway.
10:45
Enter Tsavo East at Bachuma Gate. Game drive through the Dida area, with a break at Aruba Dam, then along the river circuit.
13:00
Check in and lunch at your camp.
16:00
Afternoon game drive in Tsavo East until sundown.
Evening
Dinner and overnight, full board.
Overnight in a Tsavo East safari camp, full board
Day 2 · Tsavo East to Tsavo West
07:30
After breakfast, a morning game drive as you leave Tsavo East and drive to Tsavo West.
Late morning
Enter Tsavo West and game drive on the way to camp.
Midday
Check in and lunch at camp.
16:00
Afternoon game drive until sunset.
Evening
Dinner and overnight, full board.
Overnight in a Tsavo West safari camp, full board
Day 3 · Tsavo West to the coast
07:30
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a morning game drive as you leave the park.
Midday
Lunch stop on the highway.
Evening
Arrive back at your hotel in Diani or Mombasa in time for an evening drink.
Driving times: Diani to Tsavo East about 3–4 hours; Mombasa to Bachuma Gate about 2–4 hours.
Route map
- 1Pick-up in Diani, Mombasa
- 2Tsavo East National Park
- 3Tsavo West National Park
- Diani → Tsavo East: About 3–4 hours
- Diani → Tsavo West: About 5–5.5 hours
Prices
Price on request
Tell us your dates and group size and we'll send an exact quote.
Get a quote for this tripWhat changes the price
- Group size and whether the vehicle is private or shared
- Vehicle type and lodge choice
- Season
- Residency: Kenyan residents and African citizens pay lower park fees
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Two nights in safari camps on full board
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Game drives as described
- Drinking water in the vehicle
Not included
- Tips
- Drinks
- Items of a personal nature
Confirmed in your quote: whether park entrance fees are included in the price, and the fee that applies to you.
Good to know
The red dust
Tsavo's soil is red laterite. Elephants dust-bathe in it, and it clings — wear clothes you don't mind washing.
Malaria
Tsavo is a malaria area, with the highest risk around March–May and November–December. Ask your doctor or a travel clinic for advice.
What to bring
- Light jacket for the early start
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Binoculars and camera
- Cash for tips and drinks
- A warm layer for the morning drives
Getting there and pick-up
Pick-up is at about 06:30, depending on where you're staying. We collect from hotels in Diani, Mombasa.
Pick-up areas in Diani
- Diani Beach Road (north, central, south) · from 05:30–06:30
- Galu & Kinondo · from 05:30–06:30
- Tiwi · from 05:30–06:30
- Ukunda · from 05:30–06:30
Pick-up areas in Mombasa
- Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu & Mtwapa (North Coast) · from 05:30–06:30
- Mombasa Island · from 05:30–06:30
Reviews
“Our guide knew exactly the best places to go to see the animals we wanted so see.”
“An excellent safari, nice game drives and sunsets”
Frequently asked questions
Tsavo East or Tsavo West: what's the difference?
Tsavo East (about 13,747 km²) is flat, open and known for red elephants and big herds. Tsavo West (about 9,065 km²) is hillier and greener, with Mzima Springs, lava flows and the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary. Seeing both shows you two very different landscapes.
How much driving is there?
About 3–4 hours from the coast to Tsavo East on day one, and roughly 4–5.5 hours back from Tsavo West on day three, with game drives in between.
What's the best time of year?
Tsavo is good year-round. The driest months, June–October and January–February, are best for wildlife; April and November are the wettest.
Can we add a beach night or Amboseli?
Yes. Ask about the 4-day safari with Amboseli, or a tailor-made trip.
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