5-Day Amboseli Tsavo West East and Saltlick from Nairobi

Highlights

Experience the incredible beauty of Kenya on a **Short Stay Safari** that combines the wildlife, landscapes, and unforgettable experiences of Amboseli and Tsavo. This five-day adventure is ideal for travelers who want to discover some of Kenya’s most iconic national parks within a limited travel period while enjoying a rewarding mix of game drives, scenic views, and diverse wildlife encounters.

Your journey begins in **Amboseli National Park**, one of Kenya’s most celebrated safari destinations. Famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli offers a remarkable setting for wildlife viewing and photography. The park’s open plains, seasonal wetlands, and impressive mountain backdrop create an unforgettable safari atmosphere.

From Amboseli, the adventure continues to **Tsavo West National Park**, where rugged landscapes, volcanic features, rolling plains, and natural springs provide a completely different safari experience. Explore the park on game drives while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife. The varied scenery also makes Tsavo West an exciting destination for nature lovers and photographers.

The safari then proceeds into the expansive wilderness of **Tsavo East National Park**, one of Kenya’s largest protected areas. Known for its vast open landscapes and rich wildlife, Tsavo East provides excellent opportunities to experience Kenya’s wilderness away from the busier safari destinations. Game drives allow you to explore different habitats while observing wildlife in its natural environment.

The itinerary also includes **Salt Lick**, adding another unique experience to your Kenyan adventure. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes and abundant wildlife, the destination provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the region.

This **Short Stay Safari** offers a carefully balanced five-day escape, combining spectacular scenery, exciting wildlife encounters, and the distinctive character of Amboseli and Tsavo. It is an excellent choice for travelers seeking a memorable Kenyan safari experience within a short and convenient itinerary.

Details Itinerary

Your Short Stay Safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi. Drive towards Amboseli National Park, a journey of approximately 4–5 hours. The park is renowned for its impressive elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, check in, and take a short break to relax. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in Amboseli, exploring the park until around 6:00 PM. Watch for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other wildlife as you enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Aa Lodge Amboseli
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner

Start the morning with breakfast before checking out and heading out for an early game drive in Amboseli. Continue exploring as you make your way towards the park gate before departing for Tsavo West National Park.

The journey takes approximately 3 hours, with arrival around midday. Check in at Ngulia Safari Lodge, enjoy lunch, and take some time to relax.

Later in the afternoon, set out on a game drive through Tsavo West. Explore the park’s dramatic landscapes and search for its famous red elephants and other wildlife. You will also have an opportunity to visit the Rhino Sanctuary before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Ngulia Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin the day with an early breakfast followed by a morning game drive. This is a great time to explore the park as wildlife becomes active around sunrise. Continue towards Mzima Springs, a beautiful natural attraction supplied by underground water from the surrounding volcanic region.

Proceed to the Shetani Lava Flow and appreciate the rugged volcanic scenery before exiting Tsavo West. Continue towards Tsavo East along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway.

Arrive at Voi Safari Lodge for check-in and lunch. After some time to relax, head out for an afternoon game drive in Tsavo East, exploring the expansive wilderness in search of wildlife. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Voi Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up early and enjoy a morning game drive in Tsavo East before returning to the lodge for breakfast. After checking out, depart for Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, enjoying scenic views along the way.

Upon arrival at Salt Lick Safari Lodge, check in and enjoy a short game drive before returning for lunch. Take some time to relax at the lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive in the sanctuary.

Continue exploring until sunset, with opportunities to search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and other wildlife. Return to Salt Lick Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Salt Lick Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Start your final day with an early morning game drive in Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Return to Salt Lick Safari Lodge for breakfast and prepare for departure.

At around 10:30 AM, leave the sanctuary and continue towards Mombasa or Diani. Enjoy a final short game drive as you make your way out of the sanctuary before continuing your journey to the coast.

Arrive in Mombasa or Diani at approximately 4:00 PM and transfer to your beach hotel. Your Short Stay Safari comes to an end upon arrival at the coast.

Inclusions :

Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as an upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)

Exclusions:

International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

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