Tsavo's Iconic Safari
8 days—From Tsavo’s red elephants to Masai Mara’s endless plains, experience Kenya’s diverse parks, epic game drives, and unforgettable scenery.
$2372-3272 USD
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Safari summary
Experience Kenya’s most celebrated national parks and reserves on an unforgettable safari adventure that blends dramatic landscapes, iconic wildlife, and rich cultural encounters.
Begin in Tsavo East National Park, known for its vast plains and striking red-elephant herds. Enjoy scenic drives through this rugged wilderness, spotting wildlife against a backdrop of dusty-red savannah and spectacular sunsets.
Continue to Tsavo West National Park, a land of dramatic scenery, ancient lava flows, and crystal-clear springs. Explore the haunting Shetani Lava Flow and the lush Mzima Springs, where clear water bubbles up from underground. Game drives here offer chances to see diverse wildlife including rhinos, lions, leopards, and large herds of elephants.
Travel to Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, where Africa’s tallest peak forms a breathtaking backdrop for game drives. Watch vast herds of elephants roam open plains and seek out the Big Five while enjoying spectacular views of Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped summit.
Visit Lake Naivasha, a scenic freshwater lake surrounded by dramatic landscapes and teeming with birdlife. Options here include a tranquil boat ride to Crescent Island for guided walks among giraffes and antelope, cycling adventures through Hell’s Gate National Park’s towering cliffs and geothermal features, or a visit to Crater Lake Sanctuary with its emerald-green waters and wildlife.
Finally, explore the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s crown jewel of safari destinations. Discover endless rolling plains filled with abundant wildlife, including the Big Five and the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October). Game drives take you deep into the heart of this wilderness, with chances for unforgettable sightings and close encounters with Africa’s most iconic animals. Evenings offer a chance to relax around the campfire and experience vibrant Maasai cultural performances.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Tsavo East National Park
Tsavo
On your first day in Nairobi, you met your friendly tour guide. You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport. After a five-hour drive, you will arrive at Tsavo East National Park, check in at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, and have lunch. The park is known for its large herds of iconic red elephants, so you will head out in the late afternoon for your first game drive. As the sun sets in the distance, head back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Tsavo West National Reserve
Tsavo
You will have a heavy breakfast and set out to Salt Lick Lodge in Tsavo West National Park, known for its dramatic landscapes, Shetani Lava Flow (with a local back story of the name), and Mzima Springs (fresh, clear water that comes from beneath the ground). You will check in and enjoy lunch before having an afternoon game drive exploring the vast landscapes, where you might see rhinos, leopards, and lions. At sundown, head back to our lodge for dinner and rest.
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli
After an early breakfast, you will have a five-hour drive, get to Kibo Safari Camp in Amboseli National Park, and get refreshments as you will check in for some rest. After lunch, you will head out for your first game drive in the famous landscape of Mount Kilimanjaro and large herds of elephants. As the sun graces the landscape with its golden rays, head back to camp for dinner and overnight.
Kibo Safari Camp
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli
Waking up to the sight of a glowing day, take an early breakfast and set off for an exploration day in the Amboseli National Park. You will begin your day with a peaceful game drive, where we might get the chance to sight the “Big Five”. After the thrilling game drive, get back to camp for lunch and rest. You will later have another game drive in the afternoon and get a chance to explore the park’s stunning wildlife. As dusk falls, head back to Kibo Safari Camp for dinner around a campfire.
Kibo Safari Camp
Lake Naivasha
After you have your breakfast, embark on a five-hour drive to Lake Naivasha. Refreshments will be served by a welcoming staff at Lake Naivasha Sopa upon arrival. Exciting options like a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to Crescent Island for a guided nature walk, a bike ride in Hell’s Gate National Park, or heading to Crater Lake Sanctuary will be available for you to choose from. Near dusk, head back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Masai Mara National reserve
Masai Mara
Your day begins after breakfast with a journey of approximately six hours as you depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve. With the sight of amazing views of the natural landscapes, arrive at Zebra River Camp and check in. You will get refreshments, relax then have lunch. In the late afternoon, hop on your land cruisers for your first game drive to the heart of Masai Mara, where in July - October, there is a spectacular migration of wildebeest. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Zebra River Camp
Masai Mara National reserve
Masai Mara
Your early morning begins with breakfast, then start with a peaceful game drive in the heart of Maasai Mara or opt for a hot air balloon safari, where we might get the chance to sight the “Big Five”. After the game drive, head back to the camp and enjoy lunch. For the photographers and lovers of the afternoon light upon the land, you will venture out for another game drive. Afterwards head back to Camp for dinner with entertaining Maasai cultural dances.
Zebra River Camp
Back to Nairobi
You will check out of your camp and begin your journey back to Nairobi, offering us a last chance to soak in nature's beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival, you can either be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, depending on your choice for your onward journey. Or better still, you can choose to enjoy a city tour or have an extra night in Nairobi, at an extra cost.
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