Package Overview
3 Days Tsavo East and Amboseli Safari from Mombasa
Experience Kenya’s most rewarding short safari, combining the vast wilderness of Tsavo East National Park and the iconic elephant plains of Amboseli National Park, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
This 3-day Tsavo East and Amboseli safari is perfect for travelers with limited time who still want authentic wildlife encounters, professional guiding, and comfortable lodges.
Why Choose This 3 Days Tsavo East and Amboseli Safari
- Explore two of Kenya’s top national parks in one short safari
- Spot red elephants of Tsavo East and large elephant herds in Amboseli
- Enjoy Mount Kilimanjaro views on clear mornings
- Travel in a private safari vehicle with a professional guide
- Flexible starting points from Nairobi, Mombasa, or Diani
- Ideal for couples, families, photographers, and first-time safari travelers
Day 1: Mombasa – Tsavo East National Park
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel, residence, or airport in Mombasa, or Diani, depending on your preference. After a short briefing by your professional safari guide, you’ll depart for Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest and most wildlife-rich parks.
Upon entering the park, you’ll enjoy your first game drive en route to the lodge, giving you an excellent introduction to Tsavo East’s vast landscapes and abundant wildlife. This area is famous for its red elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of birdlife. You may also spot crocodiles and hippos along the Galana River.
You’ll arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch, followed by a short rest.
In the afternoon, head out for an extended game drive, exploring different sections of the park as the temperatures cool and animals become more active. Your guide will focus on maximizing wildlife sightings while sharing insights about the Tsavo ecosystem.
As the sun sets, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals Included:
Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation (depending on package level):
- Luxury: Ashnil Aruba Lodge / Satao Camp
- Mid-range: Voi Safari Lodge / Tsavo Safari Camp
- Budget: Voi Wildlife Lodge / Similar
Day 2: Tsavo East – Amboseli National Park
After an early breakfast, you’ll check out and enjoy a morning game drive as you exit Tsavo East. This is often one of the best times to see predators and large herbivores before the day heats up.
You’ll then drive towards Amboseli National Park, a journey that offers changing scenery from Tsavo’s wilderness to Amboseli’s open plains. You’ll arrive at your lodge in Amboseli around midday.
Enjoy a hot lunch at the lodge, followed by time to relax and take in views of the surrounding landscape. On clear days, this is when you may get your first sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain.
In the afternoon, head out for a game drive in Amboseli National Park. Amboseli is world-famous for its large elephant herds, often seen walking across the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro as a dramatic backdrop. You’ll also have chances to spot buffaloes, lions, hyenas, wildebeest, and numerous bird species around the swamps.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Accommodation (depending on package level):
- Luxury: Ol Tukai Lodge / Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
- Mid-range: Kibo Safari Camp / Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Budget: Amboseli AA Lodge / Similar
Day 3: Amboseli National Park – Nairobi or Mombasa
Start the day with an early morning game drive, the best time to enjoy Amboseli’s wildlife and capture stunning photographs of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro clearly visible before clouds form.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast. You’ll then check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi or Mombasa, with optional scenic stops along the way.
Arrive at your drop-off point in the afternoon or early evening, marking the end of your 3 days Tsavo East and Amboseli safari.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
3 Days Tsavo East Amboseli Mombasa Safari Seasons
Tour / Safari Seasons
- Low Season: April to end of June
- Peak Season: July to October | December 22 to 1st January
- High Season: November to March
The prices given below are classified based on the level of accommodation, season, and number of people sharing a vehicle. Please choose your option depending on your budget and travel style.
High Level Lodges | Luxury Tented Camps
Tsavo East National Park
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Amboseli National Park
- Amboseli Serena Lodge
- Ol Tukai Lodge
- Kibo Safari Camp
- Tulia Camp
Standard Level Lodges | Luxury Tented Camps
Tsavo East National Park
- Voi Safari Lodge
- Sentrim Tsavo Camp
- Voi Wildlife Lodge
Amboseli National Park
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- Amboseli Kilima Camp
- Amboseli Sentrim Camp
3 Days Tsavo East Amboseli Safari Prices from Mombasa
High Level Lodges | Luxury Tented Camps – Prices
| No. of Pax Sharing | Low Season | High Season | Peak Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pax | $770 | $870 | $920 |
| 4 Pax | $610 | $690 | $745 |
| 6 Pax | $550 | $635 | $690 |
| 1 Pax (Travelling Alone) | $ | $ | $ |
| Children Below 4 Years | Free | Free | Free |
| Child (4–12 yrs) Sharing Room with 2 Adults | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Child (4–12 yrs) Sharing Own Room | 75% | 75% | 75% |
Easter / Christmas / New Year Eve Supplement (per person per night):
- Low Season: $15
-
Peak Season: $65
Standard Lodges | Luxury Camps – Prices
| Price per Person | Low Season | High Season | Peak Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pax | $730 | $790 | $830 |
| 4 Pax | $560 | $620 | $650 |
| 6 Pax | $505 | $560 | $590 |
| 1 Pax (Travelling Alone) | $ | $ | $ |
| Children Below 4 Years | Free | Free | Free |
| Child (4–12 yrs) Sharing Room with 2 Adults | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Child (4–12 yrs) Sharing Own Room | 75% | 75% | 75% |
Easter / Christmas / New Year Eve Supplement (per person per night):
- Low Season: $10
- High Season: $20
- Peak Season: $30
- Transport by 4×4 Land Cruiser with an open roof
- Transport by a 4×4 Toyota Van with an open roof
- Mineral Water
- Unlimited and most rewarding game drives
- All government levies
- Accommodation and Meals (full board basis) based on chosen option
- Pick and drop from your hotel or Airport
- Soft and Alcoholic drinks
- Tips and other gratitude
- Things of personal nature
- Costs incurred while visiting local homesteads or maasai villages
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.