4 Days Tsavo East & West Safari

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Overview

Destination: Tsavo East National Park and Tsavo West National Park

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Departure: between 6:00 and 7:00am (varies by location)

Return: late afternoon on the final day

Safari Itinerary

Day 1

Morning: Pick-up, transfer to Tsavo East.

Afternoon: Safari in Tsavo East.

Evening: Overnight at a Tsavo East lodge.

Day 2

Early morning: Sunrise safari in Tsavo East.

Midday: Relax at the lodge.

Late afternoon: Second safari in Tsavo East.

Evening: Overnight at a Tsavo East lodge.

Day 3

Morning: Safari en route to Tsavo West.

Afternoon: Safari in Tsavo West (Mzima Springs).

Evening: Overnight at a Tsavo West lodge.

Day 4

Early morning: Sunrise safari in Tsavo West (Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary).

Late morning: Exit the park, drive back toward the coast.

Afternoon: Arrival at your hotel.

Why Combine Tsavo East and Tsavo West

Tsavo East and Tsavo West aren’t the same park. They’re completely different landscapes, and together they give you the full Tsavo experience.

Tsavo East is open, vast and dry. Red elephants, the Galana River, endless savannah. Ideal for watching big herds move across open country.

Tsavo West is greener, hillier and more varied. Mzima Springs with its underwater hippo viewing chamber, the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, volcanic terrain, and dramatic scenery throughout.

On a single trip, you get both.

What's Included

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with an open roof
  • Professional, KWS licensed guide
  • All park entry fees (Tsavo East + Tsavo West)
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
  • Full board (all meals)
  • Drinking water throughout the trip
  • All fuel and transport costs
  • Safaris as per the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tips for your guide and lodge staff
  • Personal drinks, alcohol, and other purchases
  • Hot air balloon safari (available on request)

What to Pack

  • Neutral colored clothing (khaki, olive, beige, grey)
  • Warm layers for morning safaris
  • A wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen
  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sunglasses and binoculars
  • A camera with a zoom lens (200mm+ recommended)
  • A refillable water bottle
  • Swimwear, if your lodge has a pool
  • A torch or headlamp
  • Personal medication

Good to Know

Best time to visit: year-round. The dry seasons (January to March, July to October) offer the best wildlife viewing. The green seasons (April to June, November) bring lush scenery and fewer crowds.

Road transfer between the parks: the drive between Tsavo East and Tsavo West takes 2 to 3 hours along the connecting road. It’s part of the safari experience, wildlife sightings often happen along the way.

Rhino sightings: the best spot is the Ngulia Sanctuary in Tsavo West. Morning game drives give you the best chances.

Children: welcome from age 7. This multi-day format works especially well for families.

Customization: this itinerary is flexible. Nights can be added or removed, accommodation can be upgraded, or it can be combined with Amboseli. Just ask.

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