6 Days of Amboseli, Tsavo West, and Tsavo East
Duration
6 Days
Destination
Kenya
Style
Tailor-Made
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Overview
Explore three of Kenya's national parks on this 6-day circuit. Begin among Amboseli's elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, then cross into the rugged wilderness of Tsavo West, home to the famous red elephants and Mzima Springs. Finish on the vast red-earthed plains of Tsavo East, one of Africa's largest parks.
Trip Highlights
Amboseli: giant tusked elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro views
Tsavo West: Mzima Springs, Shetani lava fields, Chyulu Hills, and black rhino
Tsavo East: Mudanda Rock, Galana River, and massive elephant and buffalo herds
Three very different Kenyan park landscapes in one itinerary
Often possible to drive the entire route ending in Mombasa
Big Five across all three parks
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive south to Amboseli (approx. 4 hrs). Arrive for lunch, then afternoon game drive across the swamps and open plains. Kilimanjaro dominates the horizon and the elephant families converge at the water as the afternoon light turns golden. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 2Amboseli – Full Day
Full day of game drives in Amboseli. Morning drives are best for Kilimanjaro views: the mountain emerges from the clouds at dawn and the herds gather at the swamp edges with the peak behind them. Observation Hill at midday provides a perfect overview of the park. Afternoon drive targeting cheetah and lion, with vast herds of wildebeest and zebra on the open plains.
Day 3Amboseli – Tsavo West National Park
Morning drive in Amboseli, then drive west to Tsavo West (approx. 3 hrs). Tsavo is Kenya's largest national park: split into East and West, together covering 22,000 sq km. Arrive for lunch, then visit the famous Mzima Springs: a crystal-clear underground river emerging from volcanic rock, home to hippos and Nile crocodiles observable from an underwater viewing chamber. Evening game drive across the lava plains.
Day 4Tsavo West – Full Day
Spend a full day exploring Tsavo West's volcanic cones, ancient lava flows, dense riverine forest and open savanna. The Shetani lava fields are 200 years old and still largely devoid of vegetation. Drive through the Rhino Valley for possible black rhino sightings. Herds of elephants roam the park in large numbers, coated in Tsavo's distinctive red laterite soil.
Day 5Tsavo West – Tsavo East National Park
Morning drive in Tsavo West, then cross through Mtito Andei Gate into Tsavo East. The landscape changes dramatically: red laterite earth, vast open plains, and the iconic Mudanda Rock: a natural water catchment that acts as a magnet for hundreds of elephants during the dry season. Afternoon drive along the Galana River where elephant, buffalo, and crocodile are reliably found.
Day 6Tsavo East – Morning Drive – Mombasa or Nairobi
Early morning game drive along the Galana River: buffalo herds water at dawn and lion are often found on the rocky outcrops. After breakfast, drive to Mombasa (approx. 2 hrs) or Nairobi (approx. 5 hrs). End of services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All accommodation on a Full Board basis (as specified)
- All game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Expert English-speaking guide and driver
- All national park and reserve entry fees
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Mineral water during all game drives
- Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
Not Included
- International flights and any domestic or regional flights not expressly listed as included in your confirmed quote
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where required for your passport
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Personal items (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs)
- Optional activities, extra excursions and upgrades not listed as included in your confirmed itinerary
- Any costs arising from flight delays or itinerary changes
- Meals outside the meal plan stated for each day of this itinerary
Good to Know
Your route covers Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East, Kenya. The arrival arrangements on Day 1 and the final-day transfer form part of this itinerary; share your flight times with us before booking so we can check the connections.
Entry documents: check the passport, visa and entry-permission requirements for Kenya before travel. Requirements depend on your passport and can change. We confirm the planned crossings and arrival points with your itinerary.
Allow time for the road journeys shown in the daily plan. Driving times are estimates, with stops, road conditions affecting the day. Tell us about mobility needs or a preference for shorter travel days while we plan the route.
Ask us to confirm the scope and validity of any operator-arranged emergency evacuation cover for this route. Keep your own comprehensive medical and travel insurance suitable for the countries and activities in your itinerary.
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