Tsavo East National Park

3 days—Red-Dust Elephants by Day, Starry Nights in Style

$560-670 USD

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Safari summary

This 3-day Tsavo East safari combines adventure, relaxation and cultural discovery.

Day 1 features scenic travel and an afternoon game drive with chances to spot Tsavo’s red-dust elephants.

Day 2 offers a full-day safari with sunrise wildlife viewing, visits to Lugard Falls and Yatta Plateau and visit to a cultural village tour, capped with a sundowner.

Day 3 concludes with a sunrise game drive before departure. Accommodation, meals, guided game drives and park fees are included, ensuring a seamless safari experience.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya
	Parks	Tsavo

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Walking safari—with armed guard
Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Tips and gratuities

Itinerary

Arrival & Afternoon Game Drive

Morning: Depart from Nairobi or Mombasa at 7:00 AM on a scenic 4–5 hour drive to Tsavo East. Arrive at your lodge/camp in time for lunch, followed by a short rest. Afternoon: Head out on your first game drive at 3:30 PM. Search for elephants coated in Tsavo’s iconic red dust, as well as lions, cheetahs, zebras and buffalo. Stop at Aruba Dam, a renowned waterhole for wildlife sightings. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and overnight.

Full-Day Safari

Early Morning: Begin the day with a sunrise game drive at 6:00 AM, when predators are most active. Return for breakfast. Mid-Morning: Relax at the lodge or opt for a guided nature walk. After lunch, visit Lugard Falls and the Yatta Plateau, the world’s longest lava flow. Cultural visit to a local community for an authentic encounter with indigenous traditions. Evening: Enjoy a scenic sundowner overlooking the park. Dinner at the lodge and an optional bonfire experience under the stars.

Sunrise Safari & Departure

Early Morning: Embark on a final sunrise game drive at 6:00 AM to maximize wildlife encounters. Morning: Breakfast and leisure time at the lodge before check-out at 10:00 AM. Depart for Nairobi or Mombasa, with an optional stop at a local curio shop. Arrive at your destination by late afternoon.

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