In the early morning you will be picked up from your coastal hotel and drive directly to Tsavo East National Park, home of the famous “Red Elephants”. On arrival at the first gate, we check in and begin our first game drive in this iconic park, known for its large elephant herds and dramatic red-soil landscapes. We then proceed to Ashnil Aruba Lodge and check in in time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy a short period at leisure before an afternoon game drive. Look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes and resident bird species including hornbills, eagles, kingfishers, weavers, giant bustards, storks and marabou. At sundown, return to Ashnil Aruba Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Safari Overview
Safari Route Map
Safari Highlights
Detailed Day-to-Day Itinerary
Since the opportunity to observe wildlife in the early morning is high, we start with an early morning game drive. After breakfast, proceed to the world-famous Amboseli National Park. This park offers a unique panorama of Mount Kilimanjaro and is one of the best wildlife areas in Kenya for observing elephants at close range. On arrival, check in at Kibo Safari Camp in time for lunch. After lunch and a short rest, embark on an afternoon game drive in the park. Later, return to Kibo Safari Camp for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, drive to Tsavo West National Park. On arrival at the first gate, begin your first game drive in this scenic park. Visit Mzima Springs and enjoy the beautiful landscape as you walk to pools where hippos and crocodiles may be seen, accompanied by armed rangers where required. Continue with game viewing en route to Severin Safari Camp, arriving in time for lunch. The camp offers excellent scenery and, in good weather, beautiful views toward Mount Kilimanjaro. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon break followed by an evening game drive through acacia woodland and volcanic landscapes. Look out for giraffes, elephants, baboons and other wildlife species. Dinner and overnight at Severin Safari Camp.
After breakfast, leave the camp and enjoy a final game drive en route as you exit Tsavo West National Park. Lunch will be taken at a suitable restaurant on the journey back. Afterwards, continue to the Kenya Coast and transfer to your Mombasa or Diani hotel, marking the end of your 4 Days Jackal Kenya Safari.