GROUP OR PRIVATE, 4x4 JEEP SAFARI

Full Day Trip to Tsavo East National Park

Tour features

DaysDay Trip
HighlightsSightseeing Tours, Adventure Tours
TransportJeep afari / Van

A full-day trip to Tsavo East National Park is an incredible opportunity to explore one of Kenya’s largest and oldest national parks. Known for its vast landscapes, rich wildlife, and diverse ecosystems, Tsavo East offers a quintessential safari experience. Located about 3 to 4 hours from Mombasa, it is famous for its red elephants, vast plains, and iconic savannahs.

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.

Spend an exciting day visiting the “Red Elephants” in Tsavo East National Park, the largest national park of Kenya!
Tsavo East N.P. – Lion Hill Camp (L)
In the early morning we will pick you up in your hotel on the coast and then drive within about Three hours on the Nairobi Mombasa highway, passing the Buchuma entrance gate, to Tsavo East National Park, home of the “Red Elephants”. We start off with a safari to the south of the park at Aruba Dam, watching zebras, buffaloes, various species of gazelles, waterbucks and herds of elephants. Arriving at Aruba Dam you can observe hippos and many other animals drinking. There is also various bird species, e.g. hornbill, eagles, kingfishers, weaver birds, giant bustards, storks, marabous etc. The tour continues to the Lion Camp Hill where you enjoy your lunch while viewing Tsavo East N.P. from the highest lookout point (662m). After a short rest we go for a safari to the Dida Plains to enrouteto Mombasa, Lions and Leopards favour the comfortably warm high rock as an ideal viewpoint for hunting. In the sunset we leave the park and drive back to your hotel, arriving there in the late evening.

PRICE INCLUDES
Transport in a Mini Van with open roof and window seat guaranteed
Transfers, sightseeing, roundtrip and visits as per tour programme
1 liter mineral water per person/day
Entrance fees
Qualified English-speaking local tour guide/driver


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

-Diani Beach

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).