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3-Day Tsavo East and Amboseli Safari from Diani

From $1,230.00 USD* / 3 days

3-Day Tsavo East and Amboseli Safari from Diani

Experience an exciting short wildlife escape from the Kenyan coast with our Tsavo Safari Adventure, combining the beautiful beaches of Diani with the spectacular wilderness of Tsavo East National Park and Amboseli National Park. Your journey begins in Diani Beach as you depart early for Tsavo East, one of Kenya’s largest and most fascinating wildlife reserves. As you enter the park, enjoy a game drive across its vast savannah plains, distinctive red-earth landscapes, and wildlife-rich habitats. Tsavo East is renowned for its large elephant herds, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species, providing excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. On Day 2, continue your Tsavo Safari Adventure as you travel from Tsavo East toward Amboseli National Park. The journey takes you through changing landscapes and rural Kenyan scenery before reaching the famous Amboseli ecosystem. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a game drive while searching for elephants and other wildlife, with spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro possible in clear weather. Amboseli is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and open plains, creating a memorable safari setting beneath Africa’s highest mountain. On Day 3, enjoy a final morning wildlife experience in Amboseli before beginning your return journey to Diani Beach. Along the way, take in the changing scenery as you travel from the inland wilderness back toward Kenya’s tropical Indian Ocean coastline. This Tsavo Safari Adventure offers an ideal combination of coastal relaxation and wildlife exploration, making it suitable for travelers with limited time who want to experience some of Kenya’s iconic national parks while staying based around Diani Beach.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Diani Beach – Tsavo East National Park
  • Day 2: Tsavo East National Park – Amboseli National Park
  • Day 3: Amboseli National Park – Diani Beach

Day 1

Diani Beach – Tsavo East National Park

Your Tsavo Safari Adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or residence in Diani Beach. After meeting your professional safari driver-guide, you will depart for Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest protected wildlife areas and a renowned destination for expansive landscapes and wildlife viewing. The journey takes you through the changing scenery of coastal Kenya and inland countryside before reaching the park.

Once inside Tsavo East National Park, your safari begins with a game drive as you make your way toward your lodge. Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes and other wildlife that inhabit the park’s vast savannah plains. Tsavo East is particularly famous for its distinctive red-dusted elephants, while attractions such as Aruba Dam provide important wildlife-viewing areas.

You will arrive at the lodge around lunchtime for check-in and lunch, followed by some time to relax and refresh. Later in the afternoon, continue your Tsavo Safari Adventure with another game drive. Explore the park’s open plains and bushland as your guide searches for wildlife and explains the different species, habitats and landscapes you encounter. As the afternoon comes to an end, return to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Activities:

Accommodations:

  • Gold Ashnil Aruba

Day 2

Tsavo East National Park – Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, leave Tsavo East National Park and continue your Tsavo Safari Adventure toward Amboseli National Park. The drive provides an opportunity to experience the changing scenery between the two wildlife destinations. Depending on the route and weather conditions, you may catch your first views of Mount Kilimanjaro, whose dramatic presence forms one of Amboseli’s most recognizable landscapes.

On arrival in Amboseli National Park, proceed to your lodge for lunch and a short rest. Later in the afternoon, set out for an exciting game drive across the park. Amboseli is particularly well known for its large elephant herds, open grasslands, wetlands and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The park also supports buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, hippos and a wide range of bird species.

During the afternoon game drive, your guide will take you through different areas of the park while looking for wildlife activity. The combination of open plains, wildlife and the mountain backdrop creates excellent opportunities for photography. As the sun begins to set, gradually leave the park and return to your lodge. Enjoy dinner and relax after a full day of travel and wildlife exploration before spending the night in Amboseli.

Activities:

Accommodations:

  • Platinum AA Amboseli

Day 3

Amboseli National Park – Diani Beach

Wake up early for the final wildlife experience of your Tsavo Safari Adventure. Set out for an early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, when wildlife activity is often rewarding and the landscape can provide beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting. Your guide will explore the park’s open plains and wildlife areas in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and other animals.

The morning game drive also gives you a final opportunity to enjoy Amboseli’s unique scenery before leaving the park. The park is particularly associated with its elephant herds and iconic Kilimanjaro backdrop, making the early morning safari a memorable way to conclude your wildlife experience.

After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast before checking out. You will then begin the drive back toward the Kenyan coast. Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel from the Amboseli ecosystem toward Diani Beach. The journey provides time to relax after several days of game viewing and safari activities.

Arrive in Diani Beach later in the day, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, resort or preferred residence. Your 3-Day Tsavo Safari Adventure comes to an end with memories of Kenya’s wildlife, the expansive landscapes of Tsavo and the spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro scenery of Amboseli.