Package Overview
1 Day Tsavo East Safari from Mombasa / Diani / Watamu
Duration: 1 Day
Departure Locations: Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu
Destination: Tsavo East National Park
Safari Type: Private or Group Day Trip
Experience the thrill of a 1 Day Tsavo East Safari with Steve and Richard Safaris – the perfect adventure for travelers with limited time who still want a taste of Kenya’s wild beauty. This short safari offers game drives through the renowned Tsavo East National Park, home to the iconic red elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and more.
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Safari Highlights
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Early morning departure from your coastal hotel
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Full-day wildlife experience in Tsavo East
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Visit to Aruba Dam – a hotspot for wildlife sightings
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Professional safari guide and well-equipped vehicle
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Return to your hotel in the evening
This package is ideal for those seeking a quick, affordable safari from Mombasa, Diani, or Watamu.
4:30 AM – Pick-up from Mombasa / Diani / Watamu
Begin your day with an early morning pick-up from your beach resort or hotel. Drive through the scenic Mombasa–Nairobi highway to Tsavo East National Park, entering via the Bachuma Gate.
7:30 AM – Game Drive in Tsavo East National Park
Start your game drive immediately after entering the park. Keep your eyes open for lions, zebras, antelopes, giraffes, hippos, and the park’s famous red-dust-covered elephants. Tsavo East is part of the Kenya National Parks and remains one of the best destinations for game viewing in natural, unspoiled wilderness.
Learn more about Tsavo East National Park from the Kenya Wildlife Service website.
1:00 PM – Lunch Break
Enjoy a hot lunch at one of the safari lodges or tented camps within the park. Relax while taking in panoramic views of the savannah.
2:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive
After lunch, head out for a final game drive through the park. Visit Aruba Dam, a wildlife haven where animals gather to drink, especially during the dry season.
4:00 PM – Exit the Park and Return
Begin your journey back to Mombasa, Diani, or Watamu with a game drive en route to the park gate. You’ll arrive back at your hotel in the evening with unforgettable memories.
- Transport by 4×4 land cruiser / Toyota van with open roof
- Mineral water
- Unlimited and most rewarding game drives
- All government levies
- All park entry fees
- Accommodation and meals (full board basis) based on option chosen
- Pick and drop from your hotel and airport
- Soft and Alcoholic drinks
- Tips and other gratitude
- Things of personal nature
- Costs incurred while visiting
- Local homesteads
- Masai village
Book Your 1 Day Tsavo East Safari Today
This safari is also available in our Tsavo East 1 Day Safari from Diani package. You can also combine this adventure with a Wasini Island tour or extend it to a 5 Days Safari from Diani for a deeper experience.
For guests preferring air travel, check out our Kenya Air Safaris. If you’re seeking premium comfort, upgrade to our Luxury Safaris in Kenya.
Book now with Steve and Richard Safaris – your trusted operator for unforgettable safaris from the Kenyan coast and beyond.
Steve & Richard Safaris
Steve & Richard Safaris is a licensed Kenyan safari operator based in Mombasa. Specializing in safari tours from Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, and Nairobi to Tsavo, Masai Mara, Amboseli, and beyond. KATO-registered · 15+ years · 4.7★ Google.