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Tsavo East National Park small group tour

Mombasa, Kenyaby Maasai mara safaris tours and travel

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
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  • Up to 15 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: German, English, French, Spanish

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Overview

A day trip to Tsavo East National Park is a popular "dawn-to-dusk" adventure for travelers staying in Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, or Malindi. The park is Kenya's largest protected area and home to the famous "red elephants." Top Sightseeing Highlights Red Elephants: Iconic herds that appear red from wallowing in the park's iron-rich soil. Aruba Dam: A man-made waterhole that attracts high concentrations of wildlife, especially in the dry season. Yatta Plateau: The world’s longest cooled lava flow, spanning 300km. Galana River: View hippos and crocodiles along the banks of this palm-shaded perennial river.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Guided tour with local guides
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • National park fees 80$pp

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Tsavo National Park East

    5 hours

    05:00 AM: Depart from your coastal hotel or residence early to arrive at the park entrance as the sun rises. The drive from Mombasa or Diani typically takes 2 to 3 hours via the Mombasa-Nairobi highway. 08:30 – 09:00 AM: Arrival and Morning Game Drive. Enter through the Bachuma Gate . Begin your first game drive immediately, searching for the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) and other wildlife like giraffes, zebras, and cheetahs. 11:00 AM: Scenic Highlights : Aruba Dam, A man-made waterhole that attracts thousands of animals, especially during the dry season. Mudanda Rock; An inselberg that towers over a natural dam. 01:00 PM: Lunch at Sentrim Camp 02:30 – 03:00 PM: Afternoon Game Drive Embark on a final shorter game drive as you head toward the park exit, focusing on spotting predators that become active in the late afternoon. 03:00 – 03:30 PM: Exit and Return Leave the park and begin the drive back to the coast.

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Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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