Short Itinerary

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Nairobi to Tsavo East. Evening game drives in Tsavo East
Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - Full day game drives in Tsavo East
Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Short morning game drives in Tsavo East and transfer to Nairobi

Choose Date

Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.

Ensuite Accommodation Packages

Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Dec 27, 2024, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.

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Option E1: $616 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $704 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Voi Safari Lodge, Tsavo East (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E2: $652 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $740 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sentrim Tsavo, Tsavo East (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E3: $750 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $838 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ashnil Aruba Lodge - Tents, Tsavo East (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E4: $1,020 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $1,108 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Satao Camp - Standard Room, Tsavo East (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E5: $1,182 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $1,270 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Satao Camp - Suite, Tsavo East (Within the Park) from Dec 27, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Nairobi to Tsavo East

Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and depart to Tsavo East which is about 3 to 3.5 hours drive. Arrive at Tsavo East before noon and check into your lodge or camp and enjoy a welcome drink, and relax after your journey. After have a hot lunch you will head out for afternoon game drives in Tsavo East. Explore the vast plains and search for the park's famous "red elephants" covered in the park’s red dust, as well as other wildlife such as lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and more.

After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.

Day 2 - Tsavo East

Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule.

You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive, later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. you will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 - Tsavo East

After breakfast, we proceed to Lake Nakuru national park with packed lunch and do game drives till around 1:00 PM and then proceed to Mombasa where we will reach around 4:30 PM at your hotel or airport in Nairobi.

Stay Locations

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Tsavo East (Within the Park)
Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - Tsavo East (Within the Park)

Maps

Pre & Post Tour Hotels

Nairobi is the base for safari tours in Kenya. If you need accommodation in Nairobi before/after your safari tour, you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).

Single room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 71 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 115 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 144 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 168 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 299 per person

Double sharing room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 43 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 84 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 95 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 175 per person

Triple sharing room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 32 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 72 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 79 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Deluxe Room - USD 143 per person

All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request.

Transfers

This tour starts from Nairobi. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the nearest international airport and Wilson Airport (WIL) is the nearest domestic airport.

Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pickup or drop off at Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge

Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle

Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Wilson Airport or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle

Meals

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times

Day 1 (Dec 27, 2024) - Nairobi to Tsavo East takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (350 km)
Day 2 (Dec 28, 2024) - No transfers
Day 3 (Dec 29, 2024) - Tsavo East to Nairobi takes about 6 to 6.5 hours (350 km)

Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Inclusions

• 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

• Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

• Meals as per itinerary.

• Daily game drives while on Safari.

• A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

• Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

• All Taxes and VAT.

Exclusions

• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

• Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

• International flights.

• Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

• Tips (Tipping guidelines).

Payment Policy

Deposit Payment
- Deposit is 50% of the total booking amount.
- Deposit can be paid either via a bank transfer or an online card payment.
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- We offer bank accounts in 10 different currencies for bank transfers.
- Once you make the deposit payment you will receive a booking confirmation.

Balance Payment
- Balance can be paid via bank transfer, online card payment or with cash
- Bank payment can be done 15 days prior to the tour date (recommended 30 days prior)
- Card payment can be done 1 day prior to the tour date (recommended 7 days prior)
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- Cash can be paid on arrival (US Dollars printed in or after the year 2009)