2 Days Tsavo East Safari – From Mombasa/Diani Beach
Safari Overview :
This is a short yet exhilarating 2-day safari adventure. Experience the sprawling grasslands and famous dust-red elephants of Tsavo East National Park before transferring to the globally-renowned Salt Lick Safari Lodge.
This journey provides thrilling game drives amidst stunning landscapes and guarantees a unique, round-the-clock wildlife viewing experience from your stilted accommodation.
Safari Price Guide
| Season | 2 Pax | 4 Pax |
|---|---|---|
| High Season | 620 | 475 |
| Peak Season | 650 | 500 |
Safari Itinerary
Day 1
Tsavo East National Park Exploration
Morning Departure & Arrival
The adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your coastal hotel (Mombasa/Diani). You'll drive along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway to Tsavo East National Park, Kenya's largest national park. Enter the park and begin an en-route game drive, arriving at your lodge or camp in time for an early lunch.
Afternoon Game Drive
After lunch, immerse yourself in a thrilling afternoon game drive. This vast, flat landscape is famous for its large herds of dust-red elephants and sightings of lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and cheetahs. Key attractions include the Aruba Dam and the Lugard Falls on the Galana River.
Focus: Spotting the 'Maneless Lions of Tsavo' and enjoying the wide-open plains.
Evening
Your captivating wildlife interactions continue until sunset. Return to your lodge within Tsavo East for a hearty dinner and rest, preparing for the next day's unique stop.
Day 2
Salt Lick Safari Lodge & Return
Morning Game Drive & Transfer
Start the day with an optional final short game drive in Tsavo East. After breakfast and checkout, you will be driven out of the park and transferred to the nearby Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (a drive of approximately 1 hour) for a very special stop.
The Salt Lick Experience
Arrive at the globally-renowned Salt Lick Safari Lodge. This architectural marvel is perched on stilts overlooking multiple floodlit waterholes. You'll check in and enjoy a unique mid-day experience. The lodge offers round-the-clock game viewing right from the elevated walkways, lounge, and your balcony.
Photo Opportunity: The lodge is one of the world's most photographed, offering continuous views of elephants, buffaloes, and wildebeest at the waterhole.
Afternoon Departure
After lunch at the lodge (while enjoying final wildlife views), your dedicated driver will begin the scenic journey back to the coast, arriving at your hotel in Mombasa or Diani Beach in the late afternoon.
Practical Tips
- Best Time to Visit: The dry season (June to October) is ideal for wildlife viewing, as animals gather around water sources. However, these parks are accessible year-round.
- Health and Safety: Ensure you have the necessary vaccinations and carry anti-malarial medication. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
- Packing Essentials: Comfortable safari clothing, a good camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Cost Includes
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Meet and greet services
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Accommodation at agreed lodge/camp
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Meals on Fullboard basis
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Game viewing as indicated
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Transport in a private 4x4 Jeep
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Park Entrance fees, taxes and service charges
Cost Excludes
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International flights & visa fees
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Maasai/Samburu village visits
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Optional activities (balloon safaris, boat rides, cycling)
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Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, calls, clothing)
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Gratuities for guides, porters & staff
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Domestic flights (Mombasa/Nairobi)
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Get in touch
- hello@dropintowildsafari.com
- Diani Bazaar , Diani Beach Road.