GROUP OR PRIVATE, 4x4 JEEP SAFARI

 Lion’s eye safari

Tour features

Days5 Days 4 Nights
HighlightsSightseeing Tours, Adventure Tours, Safari Tours
TransportJeep afari

A 5-day Lion’s Eye Safari sounds like an amazing adventure! While I’m not sure if “Lion’s Eye Safari” is a specific branded safari or a concept you’re referring to, it sounds like an exciting itinerary to explore wildlife, especially lions, in their natural habitats. Here’s a general idea of how a 5-day safari experience could look like if you were focusing on lion sightings and exploring diverse African landscapes.

Your Safari Starts: A Journey through Kenya’s Wilderness

As your safari begins, you’re welcomed by the fresh morning air, the sounds of birds and distant wildlife, and the sight of a vast African landscape stretching before you.

5 Days Tsavo East National Park – Amboseli National Park-Taita Hills Sanctuary

Areas of Interest:
• Tsavo East National Park: “Red Elephants“
• Amboseli National Park: “Kilimanjaro view”
• Lumo Sanctuary: “Community wildlife”

Day 1: Tsavo East National Park – Ashnil Aruba Lodge (L D)

We will pick you up from your hotel or Airport and drive directly to Tsavo East National Park, home of the “Red Elephants” and also the largest National Park in Kenya. On arrival at the first gate, we will check in and immediately we will start or first game viewing in the famous park. We will continue with the game drives to reach the Ashnil Aruba Lodge in time for Lunch. After lunch, we will have some short time to rest before we get back to the park for evening game drives which will take us to areas like the Aruba Dam which a manmade dam is drawing its waters from Voi River attracting thirsty animals which come to take water from it. We also have a diversity of resident bird species which includes hornbills, eagles, kingfishers, weaver birds, bustards, storks, storks and marabou. As the sun is going down we return to the Ashnil Aruba Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Amboseli N.P. – Amboseli Sentrim Camp (B L D)

We wake up early in the morning, take some tea or coffee then we will go on an early game drive to catch the activities of the animals while they are active before they retire to their hiding places. Come back for breakfast then we will proceed to the world-famous Amboseli National Park arriving at Sentrim Amboseli Camp in time for lunch. In the afternoon we are free to relax at the pool. Optional, you can take a walk through the Masai villages around guided by a local masai . Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Amboseli Camp.

Day 3: Amboseli N.P. – Amboseli Sentrim Camp (B L D)

Today we will make a full day safari in Amboseli National Park. This park has a unique panorama of Mount Kilimanjaro and it is also voted as one of the best wildlife areas to observe elephants at close quarters. The incredible abundance of animals at the foot of the highest mountain in Africa is an amazing experience. The park has got a very interesting swampland in which many animals are seen here browsing, among them a myriad of different birds. Have also the chance to visit the observation hill where a very nice view of the park gives you the chance to observe the entire park, this also where we will have our picnic lunch. After this spectacular safari we will return for dinner and overnight at the Amboseli Sentrim Camp.

Day 4: Taita Hills Sanctuary. – Taita Saltlick Lodge (B L D)

After breakfast, we proceed to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary arriving in time for lunch at the Lodge. After lunch we have an afternoon break, followed by the evening game drive through the Savannah grasslands, we will come across Giraffes, Elephants, Baboons and other different species of animals. Dinner and overnight stay at Taita Saltlick Lodge.

Day 5: Taita Wildlife Sanctuary. – Return (B L)

Early Morning game drives with high chances of seeing the predators while hunting, then back to the camp for breakfast. After breakfast, proceed for a game drive enroute as we come out of the park arriving at a Restaurant outside the park in time for lunch, after which we drive back to your hotel on the coast, arriving there in the early evening.

PRICE INCLUDES
All park entrance fees
All game drives and transfers in a good customary minibus or Land cruiser on safari
Unlimited game drives up to 6pm (sundown)
Breakfast (B) / lunch (L) / dinner (D) as indicated
Accommodation in a double room in mentioned accommodations or similar
Local English speaking driver guide.
Enough bottled water each day
Detailed travel information.


PRICE DO NOT INCLUDE
International flight.
Visa for Kenya (about USD 50)
Beverages
Tips

-Tsavo East National Park
-Amboseli National Park
-Taita Hills Sanctuary
-Ashnil Aruba Lodge
-Amboseli Sentrim Camp
-Taita Saltlick Lodge

Favourable Time

June to October and January and February

High Season

June to October and December to March

Low Season

April and May

Best Weather

June to October

Best Weather

March, April and May (Peak of the Wet season)

Dry Season (June to October) – Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

  • Weather: These months are cooler and drier, which makes wildlife easier to spot as animals gather around water sources.
  • Great Migration: This is the peak of the wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara, especially between July and October. This is a highlight for many visitors.
  • Wildlife Viewing: Since vegetation is less dense, animals are more visible in the open savannah, and predators are more active, making this the best time for general game viewing.
  • Temperatures: Daytime temperatures are usually mild, ranging from 24°C to 28°C (75°F to 82°F), with cooler mornings and evenings.

 

2. Short Rainy Season (November to December)

  • Weather: Occasional short rains, usually in the form of afternoon showers, but still lots of sunshine.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rains can make animals a bit harder to spot, but it’s a quieter time to visit, and many areas are lush and green, which offers a different perspective.
  • Benefits: Fewer tourists, and some safari lodges and camps offer lower rates during this season.
  • Temperatures: Temperatures can range between 20°C and 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

3. Long Rainy Season (March to May) – Low Season

  • Weather: This is the wettest period in Kenya, with frequent and intense rains, making some roads difficult to travel, especially in remote areas.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rain can create a more challenging safari experience as animals tend to spread out more and are harder to spot. However, birdwatching is excellent during this time as many migratory birds are in Kenya.
  • Benefits: The rainy season is the least crowded time of year, and many lodges offer significant discounts, which can make for a more budget-friendly trip.
  • Temperatures: Similar to the short rains, temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

4. Shoulder Season (January to February)

  • Weather: This is generally a dry period, with warm to hot temperatures and little rainfall. It’s often considered one of the best times for safaris.
  • Wildlife Viewing: During this period, game viewing is excellent as animals gather around water sources. The landscapes are still lush and green from the rainy season, but the grass is shorter, making wildlife spotting easier.
  • Temperatures: This is the hottest time of year, with temperatures averaging between 25°C and 30°C (77°F to 86°F).