our safari begins early with a morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Mombasa. You’ll drive along the scenic Mombasa–Nairobi Highway, arriving at Tsavo East National Park through the Bachuma Gate after about three hours on the road.
Once inside, begin your morning game drive, exploring Tsavo’s iconic red-dust plains in search of elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, and antelopes. The park’s vastness offers a sense of true wilderness rarely found elsewhere.
Stop at the Aruba Dam, a man-made oasis that attracts herds of elephants and numerous bird species — especially striking during the dry season when wildlife congregates around the water.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at Voi Safari Lodge (or a similar lodge), whose restaurant and viewing deck overlook the expansive savannah — an ideal spot to watch wildlife roam freely below.
After lunch, set out on an afternoon game drive as you search for more animals and soak in Tsavo’s rugged beauty before beginning your return journey to Mombasa, arriving in the early evening.
Wildlife Highlights
Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes, and lions are among the park’s main residents.
Look out for cheetahs, ostriches, and over 500 bird species, including kingfishers and hornbills.
Visit the scenic Aruba Dam, a perfect spot for watching wildlife gather to drink.
Best Time to Visit
June–October & January–February: Ideal for wildlife viewing with minimal rainfall.
December–March & July–October: High season, though the park rarely feels crowded.
Included
Park fees (for non-residents)
All game drives and park activities (unless labeled as optional)
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Roundtrip transport from Mombasa (hotel or airport)
All Taxes/VAT
Lunch (as per itinerary)
Excluded
International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before or after the tour
Tips (recommended US$10 per person per day)
Drinks and personal expenses
Optional activities not included in itinerary
Travel insurance, visa fees, and souvenirs
Government-imposed tax or park fee increases
