3 Days Tsavo Safari from Diani Beach or Mombasa
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day Kenya safari exploring the best of Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks. Starting from Diani Beach or Mombasa, this safari takes you deep into Kenya’s wild landscapes where red elephants roam, lions hunt, and breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro dominate the horizon.
Spend your first night in Tsavo East, known for its vast savannahs and iconic wildlife sightings, then continue to Tsavo West for your second night, where the scenery changes to dramatic hills, volcanic formations, and the famous Mzima Springs. Enjoy thrilling game drives, expert-guided tours, and stays in comfortable lodges or camps.
This safari is perfect for travelers looking for a short yet immersive wildlife experience from the coast. With daily departures from Mombasa and Diani Beach, it’s easy to combine a beach holiday with a classic African safari.
Itinerary
3 Days Tsavo East & Tsavo West Safari Itinerary from Diani Beach or Mombasa
Experience the best of Kenya’s wildlife on this 3-day Tsavo East and Tsavo West safari from Diani Beach or Mombasa. Enjoy thrilling game drives, spot the Big Five, and stay at top-rated lodges like Ashnil Aruba and Kilaguni Serena. Perfect for a short yet unforgettable safari adventure from the coast.
Depart early from your coastal hotel in Diani or Mombasa and drive along the scenic Mombasa-Nairobi highway to Tsavo East National Park (approx. 4-5 hours). Enter the park through Bachuma Gate and begin your first thrilling game drive, searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. Enjoy lunch and check in at your lodge or tented camp (Ashnil Aruba Lodge or Voi Wildlife Lodge). In the afternoon, embark on another game drive, exploring more of Tsavo’s vast plains and wildlife hotspots.
Overnight at Ashnil Aruba Lodge or Voi Wildlife Lodge.
After breakfast, depart for Tsavo West National Park (approx. 2-3 hours). Enter through the Tsavo River Gate and proceed with a game drive en route to your lodge. Check-in and lunch at Kilaguni Serena Lodge or similar. In the afternoon, visit the famous Mzima Springs, where hippos and crocodiles inhabit crystal-clear pools. Enjoy a scenic sundowner and an evening game drive before returning to your lodge.
Overnight at Kilaguni Serena Lodge or equivalent
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, check out and drive back to Diani Beach or Mombasa (approx. 6-7 hours). Arrive in the afternoon with memories of an unforgettable safari across Kenya’s two legendary parks.
End of Safari
