Overview

This 6 Days Glimpse of Amboseli and Tsavo is strategically designed to deliver maximum wildlife exposure while maintaining smooth operational flow and consistently high standards of guest comfort. By combining the iconic elephant rich plains and Kilimanjaro backdrops of Amboseli National Park with the vast, raw, and this 6 Days Glimpse of Amboseli and Tsavo Safari explores the less visited ecosystems of Tsavo East National Park and Tsavo West National Park, offering a remarkable contrast of landscapes and wildlife habitats within Kenya’s southern safari circuit. Tsavo East is known for its vast open plains, red soil, and large elephant herds, while Tsavo West presents a dramatic landscape of volcanic hills, natural springs, and dense vegetation that supports a rich diversity of wildlife. The itinerary is carefully sequenced to ensure efficient routing between destinations, minimizing travel fatigue while maximizing time dedicated to game viewing and exploration. Each day is thoughtfully paced to allow guests to fully experience the region’s unique environments and wildlife encounters. Over six rewarding days, travelers enjoy sightings of elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and numerous bird species, set against ever changing scenery that ranges from savannah plains to lush springs and rugged hills. This safari delivers an immersive experience that highlights the scale, beauty, and ecological diversity that define Kenya’s southern wilderness.

Day by Day

Day 1
Transfer Nairobi to Amboseli NP

Depart Nairobi in the morning and enjoy a scenic drive to Amboseli National Park. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by check in at your lodge and a short period of relaxation. In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive, where you will encounter the park’s renowned large elephant herds roaming across the sweeping plains. Weather permitting, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro as a dramatic backdrop. Dinner and overnight in Amboseli.

Accommodation Options:
AA Lodge Amboseli
Mid Range Accommodation: AA Lodge Amboseli
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
High End Accommodation: Elewana Toltilis Camp Amboseli
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.   
Day 2
Full day Game drive in Amboseli NP

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park, dedicated entirely to immersive game viewing. Morning and afternoon drives provide outstanding opportunities to encounter large elephant herds, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and an impressive variety of birdlife across the open plains and wetlands. On clear days, guests are rewarded with iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising majestically in the background. Dinner and overnight at your lodge in Amboseli.

Accommodation Options:
AA Lodge Amboseli
Mid Range Accommodation: AA Lodge Amboseli
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
High End Accommodation: Elewana Toltilis Camp Amboseli
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and diner
Day 3
Transfer Amboseli to Tsavo West National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tsavo West National Park, enjoying en route wildlife sightings as you enter this rugged and scenic ecosystem. The afternoon game drive showcases dramatic volcanic landscapes, ancient lava flows, and dense bush teeming with wildlife. If time permits, visit Mzima Springs, renowned for its crystal clear waters and resident hippos and crocodiles. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp in Tsavo West.

Accommodation Options:
Severin Safari Camp
Mid Range Accommodation: Severin Safari Camp
Kilaguni Serena Lodge
Luxury Accommodation: Kilaguni Serena Lodge
Finch Hatton Luxury Tented Camp
High End Accommodation: Finch Hatton Luxury Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and diner
Day 4
Game drive Tsavo West & Transfer to Tsavo East National Park

Begin with a morning game drive in Tsavo West National Park, exploring its dramatic landscapes and diverse wildlife habitats. Thereafter, proceed to Tsavo East National Park, renowned for its expansive savannahs and iconic red dust elephants. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive along the Galana River, a prime wildlife corridor known for elephants, lions, crocodiles, and large herds of plains game. Dinner and overnight stay in Tsavo East.

Accommodation Options:
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Mid Range Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Luxury Accommodation: Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Satao Camp
High End Accommodation: Satao Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and diner
Day 5
Full Day in Tsavo East National Park

Enjoy a full day of immersive game viewing in Tsavo East National Park, with a flexible schedule designed to maximize wildlife sightings. Traverse diverse landscapes, from the life-giving riverine corridors to the vast open plains that define this iconic wilderness. The experience highlights the park’s remarkable scale, quiet solitude, and untamed beauty, offering exceptional opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, and diverse birdlife. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp in Tsavo East.

Accommodation Options:
Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Mid Range Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge
Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Luxury Accommodation: Sentrim Tsavo Camp
Satao Camp
High End Accommodation: Satao Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and diner
Day 6
Transfer Tsavo East to Nairobi or Mombasa

Begin your day with an early morning game drive, maximizing wildlife viewing opportunities during the most active hours. Return to the lodge for a well-deserved breakfast before commencing your onward journey. Depending on your travel arrangements, you will either transfer by road to Nairobi or proceed to the Kenyan coast in Mombasa for your beach extension. Upon arrival at the agreed drop-off point, our services will conclude, marking the end of your safari experience.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions

Round Trip Airport Transfers in Private Car
Accommodations and Meals as specified in the Itinerary
All wildlife/National Park`s Entry fees
All concessions
Game drives in 4×4 extended safari land cruiser with pop-up roof
Experienced and Knowledgeable English-speaking driver-guide
Packed Lunchboxes where necessary
Enough bottled drinking water per person per day
Nature, and cultural excursions
Coffee and Tea
Balloon Safari
Flying doctors evacuation service

Exclusions

International and local flight tickets
Visa, and Travel Insurance
Medical costs after being evacuated.
Items of Personal Nature
Drinks, beverages, and alcoholics drinks at the Hotel, Lodge or Tented Camp
Tipping a driver-guide (Usd 10-20 per person per day)