Tour Overview
The 2-Days Tsavo East National Park and Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary Safari offers an unforgettable wildlife experience. On day one, explore Tsavo East, famous for its vast landscapes and iconic red elephants. Game drives allow you to see lions, giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of wildlife. On day two, visit the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a private reserve known for its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and serene environment.
Enjoy close encounters with elephants, antelopes, and over 300 bird species. This 2 Days Kenya Safari combines the best of both parks, offering a mix of dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable Kenya Safari moments.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Red Elephants (Tsavo East): Spot the unique red elephants, a highlight of Tsavo East due to the park’s rich red soil.
- Diverse Wildlife (Tsavo East): Encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and more during thrilling game drives.
- Mzima Springs (Tsavo East): Visit the beautiful springs and observe hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
- Taita Hills Sanctuary: Enjoy stunning landscapes and wildlife in this private sanctuary, known for its breathtaking views.
- Birdwatching (Taita Hills): Spot over 300 bird species, perfect for avid birdwatchers.
INCLUDES AND EXCLUDES
- Transport
- Game viewing drives
- Park entrance fees
- All meals on safari
- Bottled drinking water
- Pick up / drop off at Nairobi hotel or residence
- Park entrance fees
- All meals on safari
- Government taxes and local levies
- A professional driver/ guide.
- Assist on Visa Application and processing Upon request
- International Flights upon request
- Personal Expenses
- Tips & Gratuities
- Personal Taxes
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
DAY BY DAY
A Quick Drive from Beach to Amazing Wildlife
Starting from/returning to Diani Beach area resorts. We’ll pick you up from your hotel.
It’s a quick trip from your beach resort to these nearby parks for 2 fun days of wildlife discoveries. Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is a privately-owned reserve that offers visitors over 50 species of large mammals like lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, buffalo, giraffe and zebra. Plus, waterbuck, gazelle, impala, dik-dik and 300 species of birds.
Tsavo East National Park is immense with a rustic, craggy charm. You can find Africa’s “big five” here along with hundreds of other species. This is the home of the famous Tsavo lions – almost 700 of them! The other big cats are here as well as duiker, eland, hyena, hartebeest, jackal, mongoose and dozens more.
Coming upon the rugged, red soil plains of Tsavo is your signal you’ve arrived at Kenya’s largest national park.
Mudanda Rock/Aruba Dam
The reservoirs created by these dams – one natural, one manmade – are perfect viewing sites for the hundreds of animals who come here for their sustenance. Get ready for the sight of elephant herds and other wildlife at these life-giving watering holes.
Taita Hills
Later in the afternoon we will cross from Tsavo East to Taita Hills Game Sanctuary. The green hills of Taita contrast with the dry, red soil of Tsavo. So too, is Taita’s relatively small size compared with the immense sprawl of Tsavo.
But this more compact size works to our advantage. The rangers usually know where the bigger animals are in the reserve and guide us accordingly. It’s not unusual to spot dozens of species during the game drives here. Lions and elephants are commonly spotted in the reserve.
You’ll stay overnight at Taita Hills, with your choice of accommodation at the Sarova Taita Hills Safari Resort or the Salt Lick Safari Lodge.
Then on day 2 it’s an early rise and shine to witness the forest and plains come alive with their wild populations reaching into the new day. After this early morning drive, you’ll return to your lodge for a satisfying safari breakfast. Then enjoy another game drive in this beautiful and diverse reserve before heading back to your resort at Diani.
All-Inclusive. Your 2-Day Tsavo East & Taita Hills safari includes all ground transportation, accommodation at a choice of three lodges, park entrance fees, game drives, all meals and pickup/drop off at your Diani/ South Coast location.
Transportation between parks and game viewing will be in a private 4 x 4 Land Cruiser Jeep – this vehicle is the safari standard with its higher seating and rugged all-wheel drive.
Your Guide. You’ll be guided, hosted and cared for by an expert and experienced driver/guide.
Location
Feel Your Wanderlust
Explore the best of Kenya with our carefully curated Kenya safari packages. From the iconic Masai Mara and the stunning Amboseli National Park to the vast landscapes of Tsavo and the scenic Lake Nakuru, we offer exciting adventures tailored to your preferences. Enjoy thrilling game drives, spectacular wildlife sightings, and cultural experiences through Kenya’s natural wonders.
