5 Day Tsavo West & Amboseli Safari

In the morning, you will start your drive to Tsavo-West. Once you arrive, you will head to your lodge and have a nice lunch. In the afternoon, you will go on an exciting game drive at Tsavo West National Park to look for animals. Keep an eye out for Tsavo’s famous "red elephants," which get their color from the red dust in the area. You might also see lions, giraffes, and many different types of birds. To end your day, visit a scenic spot to watch the beautiful African sunset before returning to your lodge for dinner.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge as the morning sun begins to light up the savannah. After checking out, you will head into the heart of Tsavo West National Park to visit the spectacular Shetani Lava Flows. This vast expanse of folded black rock formed only a few centuries ago, and you will have the chance to explore the dramatic volcanic terrain that local legends once described as the work of the devil Stop at Mzima Springs for a picnic lunch, where you might spot hippos and crocodiles through the underwater viewing area. Later in the afternoon, head to Amboseli. Once you arrive at your lodge, settle in and relax as you look forward to your safari around the park tomorrow.

After breakfast and check-out, embark on an unforgettable game drive across Amboseli sweeping plains, with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a stunning backdrop. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Observation Hill, offering panoramic views of Amboseli’s plains and swamps. You will be able to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. To conclude your journey in Amboseli, you will visit a Maasai village for a hands-on cultural experience, where you can join in their traditional dances and learn about their ancient customs and beautiful beadwork. Later in the afternoon, you will begin your journey back to Nairobi. Once you arrive, your driver will drop you at your hotel, giving you plenty of time to freshen up and relax. You can enjoy a quiet evening at the hotel as you rest and prepare for your departure tomorrow. PLEASE NOTE: * Optional Activity: Hot-Air Balloon Safari Experience a hot-air balloon safari for $450 per person. Please note that this activity is weather-dependent.If you choose this option, you will be picked up from your hotel at 5:00 AM. After the Hot-Air Balloon Safari you will enjoy a traditional bush breakfast. You will then be returned to the hotel for some relaxation before checking out to begin your journey back to Nairobi. * The visit to the Maasai Village requires an upfront payment directly to the Village Chief. The average cost is approximately $30 per person

We’ve arranged for a late check-out so you can stay in your room and relax until it’s time to go. When you're ready, a driver will take you over to the airport for your flight home.