9 days (not including travel)
Take the safari of a lifetime in two of Kenya’s premier game parks of Amboseli and Tsavo. Yield to Amboseli’s large herds of elephants and the “Big Five” cutting across a Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop. Immerse yourself in the pure wilderness of Tsavo for a real bush experience. Then, wash off the dust and sweat in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and relax on the sandy beaches of the Kenyan Coast. Activities include classic safari game drives, off-the-beaten-path sight-seeing, and full relaxation on the beach of the Indian Ocean. Ideal for nature-loving travellers who want to experience two very different faces of Kenya: the wide open bush and Indian Ocean coast.
Day 1: Nairobi-Amboseli
From Nairobi, drive for 4 hours to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Early afternoon of free time, then leave for game drive at 4pm in the park. Amboseli is a top safari and sight-seeing location. This is where you can see large herds of elephants and plains game, giraffes, gazelles, lions, leopards among others roaming the plains. Although Mount Kilimanjaro lies in Tanzania, the most impressive views of its snow-capped peak are to be found in Amboseli, where it serves as a stunning safari backdrop.
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Amboseli
Whole day of game drives in Amboseli park-also known as “the land of giants” for the large elephants and the majestic Mt Kilimanjaro. Spotting large herds of elephants and game, giraffes, gazelles, lions, leopards etc roaming the plains is common.
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Tsavo West
Drive through dry shrub land and across the great lava flow of Mt Kilimanjaro and the Chyulu Hills to Tsavo West National Park. Arrive in time for lunch followed by afternoon game viewing drive which includes a visit to the Rhino Sanctuary.
Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Tsavo West
Whole day of game drives at Tsavo West. Tsavo is Kenya’s largest park and is famous for its large herds of elephants. There are also buffalo, elands, giraffes, impala, kudu, rhino and lions among others. Also found here are several species of birds such as rollers, sunbirds, eagles, weavers, horn bills etc. A highlight in the park is the Mzima springs where from an underwater observation tank it is possible to see submerged hippo, crocodiles and fish on the floor of the springs.
‘Mzima,’ which is Swahili translation for ‘Life,’ are phenomenal fresh water springs which gush suddenly from the underground rocks in the midst of dry patchy woodland to provide much needed life in one of the most arid parks in Kenya. These natural springs produce millions of litres of sparkling fresh water that supports barbell fish, hippos and birds.
Tsavo West also known for its unique volcanic features including ‘Five Sisters’ these are five identical cone shapes hills nestled in one area; Chaumu and Shetani Lava flows are also major highlights; the Whistling Rock is a rocky hill that produces whistling sound on strong wind. Wild animals will spice up your date with the Tsavo including elephants, giraffes, lesser kudus, zebras, dik diks, lions, leopards, cheetahs among others.
You will be able to take a break to return to the lodge for lunch and early afternoon at leisure before proceeding for further game viewing drives at 4pm.
Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Tsavo East
Drive into Tsavo East National Park for more game drives. Tsavo East is pure wilderness. It’s the place to be for the visitor who wants to beat the crowds and explore the wild in total solitude.
Accommodation: Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Tsavo East
Morning and afternoon game drives.
Accommodation: Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Mombasa
Leave after breakfast for transfer to Mombasa, arriving in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Selected beach resort
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 8: Mombasa
Full day spent at leisure, relaxing on the sandy beaches of the South Coast as you enjoy the warm waters of the Indian Ocean; a nice way to wash off the dust after an exciting bush safari.
Accommodation: Selected beach resort
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 9: Mombasa
Another full day at the beach.
Accommodation: Selected beach resort
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 10: Airport
Transfer to Mombasa airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Please Note: The hotels and lodges mentioned in this itinerary are only indicative. Alternative accommodation can be booked based on individual requests and availability.