Tour Overview
Ideal if you're holidaying on the Kenyan coast and want a proper safari without flying back to Nairobi first. We collect you from Mombasa, Diani or Watamu and head straight into Tsavo East, famous for its dust-red elephants. From there you cross to Amboseli for elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro, then continue up into the Rift Valley for a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, a cycle through Hell's Gate and rhino-spotting at Lake Nakuru. The trip ends in Nairobi, ready for your flight home.
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Safari Highlights
Game drives in Tsavo East, home of Kenya's red elephants
Elephant herds with Kilimanjaro as a backdrop in Amboseli
Boat ride among hippos on Lake Naivasha
Bike ride in Hell's Gate and rhino tracking at Lake Nakuru
Day-by-Day Itinerary
D1
Mombasa to Tsavo East
Mombasa / South or North Coast → Tsavo East National Park
Morning pick-up from your coast hotel and drive inland to Tsavo East. Check in for lunch, then head out on an afternoon game drive around the waterholes, where elephant, buffalo and lion often gather. Dinner and overnight near the park.
D2
Tsavo East to Amboseli
Tsavo East National Park → Amboseli National Park
Early game drive in Tsavo East, then breakfast and the drive west to Amboseli. After lunch, an afternoon game drive across the swamps and open plains, with Kilimanjaro rising behind the elephant herds when the clouds clear.
D3
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
Amboseli National Park → Lake Naivasha
Sunrise game drive - the best time for clear mountain views - then drive north via Nairobi to Lake Naivasha. In the late afternoon, take an optional boat ride on the lake to see hippo pods and fish eagles, or a walking safari on Crescent Island.
D4
Hell's Gate & Lake Nakuru
Lake Naivasha → Hell's Gate → Lake Nakuru National Park
Morning visit to Hell's Gate National Park to cycle or walk among zebra and giraffe and explore the gorge. Continue to Lake Nakuru for an afternoon game drive focused on black and white rhino, tree-climbing lions and the lakeshore birdlife.
D5
Lake Nakuru to Nairobi
Lake Nakuru National Park → Nairobi
Early morning game drive in Nakuru, then breakfast and the drive to Nairobi, stopping at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. Afternoon at leisure and overnight in Nairobi.
D6
Departure
Nairobi → Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Breakfast and, depending on your flight time, an optional morning visit to the Giraffe Centre or elephant orphanage before your transfer to the airport.
What's Included
- Pick-up from Mombasa / coast hotels and drop-off at Nairobi or JKIA
- Private safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide
- 5 nights' accommodation on full board while on safari
- Game drives as per the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
What's Excluded
- Park entry fees (can be included on request)
- Lake Naivasha boat ride and Hell's Gate bike hire
- Optional Maasai village visit
- Flights, visas and travel insurance
- Tips, drinks and personal expenses
Accommodation & Safari Vehicle
Accommodation: Mid-range lodges and tented camps (budget and luxury options available)
Vehicle: 4x4 safari Land Cruiser or pop-up roof safari van
Best Time to Visit
Dry seasons (June-October and January-February) bring wildlife closer to remaining water sources and improve visibility, since vegetation is thicker in the wet months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I end the safari back at the coast instead?
Yes. We can reverse the route or finish with a short flight from Nairobi back to Mombasa or Ukunda - just tell us when booking.
Is this a long-drive itinerary?
Days 2 and 3 involve the longest drives, but they pass through varied scenery and include comfortable stops. Each park still gets proper game-drive time.
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