Tsavo East and Saltlick Taita Hills 2 Days Safari from Diani Beach Mombasa
Experience the thrill of Kenya’s wilderness on this 2-day Tsavo East and Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary safari from Diani Beach or Mombasa, with an unforgettable overnight stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge.
This short yet action-packed safari takes you through the red-dust plains of Tsavo East National Park, famous for its herds of red elephants and scenic landscapes, before heading to the private Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary home to diverse wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, and antelope.
Spend the night at Salt Lick Safari Lodge, a unique stilted lodge offering panoramic views of wildlife at the waterholes right beneath your room. Enjoy exciting game drives, all-inclusive meals, and exceptional photo opportunities, all within just two days.
Ideal for guests on a coastal holiday in Diani or Mombasa, this safari offers a perfect blend of adventure, comfort, and wildlife encounters.
Trip Info
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Saltlick Safari lodge
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July-October, January-March
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Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch
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Customized Safari vehicle
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Diani Beach, Mombasa
Itinerary
Itinerary - 2 Days Tsavo East & Taita Hills Safari from Diani Beach or Mombasa
This 2-day safari from Diani Beach or Mombasa takes you on a thrilling journey through Tsavo East National Park and the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy game drives in search of red elephants, lions, and giraffes, and spend the night at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge with panoramic views of wildlife at the waterhole. Ideal for travelers seeking a quick yet immersive safari experience.
- Pickup early morning (5:00 AM) from your hotel in Diani Beach or Mombasa
- Drive along the Mombasa - Nairobi highway to Tsavo East National Park (Approx. 3.5-4 hours’ drive)
- Enter the park through Bachuma Gate
- Enjoy a mid-morning game drive, spotting red elephants, zebras, lions, buffaloes, and more
- Visit the scenic Galana River or Aruba Dam, popular for wildlife sightings.
- Enjoy lunch at one of the Tsavo East lodges and proceed with an after lunch game drive in Tsavo East.
- Exit Tsavo East and proceed to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary with a game drive en-route Saltlick Safari Lodge (Approx. 1.5-2 hours’ drive)
- Check in at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge
- Enjoy a delicious Dinner and some relax for the Overnight.
- Optional: Night game drive (available at an extra cost)
Overnight: Salt Lick Safari Lodge
- Early morning game drive in the sanctuary to catch wildlife at its most active.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast
- Enjoy mid-morning game viewing and return back to the lodge for lunch.
- Checkout and en-route game viewing as you exit the sanctuary
- Drive back to Diani Beach or Mombasa
- Arrive in the late afternoon (approx. 4:00-5:00 PM)
