3 Days Tsavo East & Taita Hills Salt Lick Safari from Diani Beach/Mombasa – Stay at Sentrim Safari Lodge & Salt Lick Safari Lodge

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Experience the Best of Kenyan Wilderness on a 3-Day Tsavo East & Taita Hills Salt Lick Safari from Diani Beach or Mombasa

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day safari adventure from Diani Beach or Mombasa to the iconic Tsavo East National Park and the scenic Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. This safari offers the perfect blend of thrilling wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and unique lodge experiences.

Your journey begins with a drive to Tsavo East, one of Kenya’s largest and oldest national parks, known for its vast savannahs, red elephants, and breathtaking scenery. Enjoy game drives in search of the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife. Spend the night at Sentrim Tsavo Safari Lodge, where comfort meets nature at the heart of the wild.

On Day 2, proceed to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a private reserve nestled in the scenic Taita Hills region. Here, you’ll check in at the world-famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge, uniquely built on stilts above a busy waterhole—offering spectacular views of animals from the comfort of your room or lodge terraces.

Enjoy guided game drives through the sanctuary and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the African bush. This safari ends with a scenic return journey to your beach hotel in Diani or Mombasa on Day 3.

This 3-day Tsavo East and Salt Lick Safari is ideal for beach holidaymakers seeking an exciting wildlife getaway in Kenya. Book now for a truly memorable African safari experience!

3 Days Tsavo East & Taita Hills Salt Lick Safari Itinerary from Diani Beach / Mombasa

Day 01 :
Diani Beach / Mombasa – Tsavo East National Park

Approximate Drive Time: 4–5 hours

Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Diani Beach or Mombasa. After a short briefing, depart for Tsavo East National Park, entering through the Bachuma Gate. This is one of Kenya’s largest and most iconic parks, famed for its vast open plains, red-dust elephants, and striking natural features like the Yatta Plateau and Lugard Falls.

Enjoy a mid-morning game drive, where you’ll have the chance to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many species of antelope and birds.

Arrive at Sentrim Tsavo Safari Lodge in time for lunch and check-in. Relax and take in the views from the lodge before heading out on an afternoon game drive, when the animals are more active and the golden light creates perfect photo opportunities.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Sentrim Tsavo Safari Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner

Day 02 :
Tsavo East – Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (Salt Lick Safari Lodge)

Approximate Drive Time: 2 hours

After an early morning game drive and breakfast at the lodge, check out and proceed to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately-owned conservation area nestled in the scenic Taita Hills region.

Arrive in time for lunch and check-in at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge, uniquely built on stilts overlooking a waterhole and salt lick that attracts a variety of wildlife throughout the day and night. This is one of the most photographed lodges in Kenya, offering unmatched views of animals right from your room or the lounge decks.

In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in the sanctuary, which is home to elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. The sanctuary offers a more exclusive safari experience with fewer vehicles and close wildlife encounters.

Return to the lodge in the evening to relax and enjoy night-time wildlife viewing from the lodge’s raised walkways and lounges.

Accommodation: Salt Lick Safari Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 03 :
Taita Hills – Diani Beach / Mombasa

Approximate Drive Time: 5–6 hours

Start your final day with an early morning game drive in Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, followed by a hearty breakfast back at the lodge. After check-out, begin your scenic return journey back to Diani Beach or Mombasa, arriving in the afternoon.

Drop-off at your beach hotel marks the end of your unforgettable 3-day safari adventure.

Meals Included: Breakfast

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3 Days Tsavo East & Taita Hills Salt Lick Safari from Diani Beach/Mombasa – Stay at Sentrim Safari Lodge & Salt Lick Safari Lodge
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