Begin your safari adventure with an early morning departure from your coastal hotel in Mombasa, Diani, or Watamu. Drive along the Mombasa–Nairobi Highway to Tsavo East National Park, known for its iconic red elephants, the Galana River, and the Lugard Falls.

Enjoy a mid-morning game drive en route to the lodge, followed by lunch and an afternoon safari in this vast wilderness.

Park Highlights:

• Wildlife: Elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes

• Attractions: Aruba Dam, Mudanda Rock, and Yatta Plateau

• Tsavo East Park Info (KWS)

Overnight: Voi Safari Lodge or similar

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After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro near the Tanzanian border. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by an afternoon game drive.

Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and stunning views of the snow-capped mountain.

Park Highlights:

• Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop

• Observation Hill panoramic views

• Swamps attracting diverse birdlife

• Amboseli Park Info (KWS)

Overnight: Amboseli Serena Lodge or similar

See more of our Kenya Air Safaris if you prefer a fly-in option.

After a morning game drive and breakfast, head west to Tsavo West National Park, a land of dramatic scenery including lava flows, rocky ridges, and natural springs.

Visit Mzima Springs, a freshwater oasis where you may spot hippos and crocodiles, and enjoy a game drive to see rhinos, leopards, and elephants.

Park Highlights:

• Mzima Springs

• Shetani Lava Flows

• Rhino Sanctuary

• Tsavo West Park Info (KWS)

Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge or similar

Looking to start this safari from Nairobi? Browse our safaris from Nairobi packages.

After breakfast, proceed to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, adjacent to Tsavo West. This private sanctuary offers an intimate game-viewing experience. Arrive at the unique Salt Lick Safari Lodge, elevated on stilts overlooking waterholes frequently visited by wildlife.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive and later relax with animals gathering beneath your lodge.

Sanctuary Highlights:

• Elephants, lions, cheetahs, and antelopes

• Night game drives (optional)

• Exclusive lodge experience

Overnight: Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Interested in coastal extensions? View our Wasini Island tours for post-safari beach adventures.

After a morning game drive and breakfast, drive back to your preferred drop-off location—Diani, Mombasa, or Nairobi. Optional lunch en route at Voi or Mtito Andei. This marks the end of your unforgettable 5-day safari.