The vast plains of Tsavo are crossed by the main Nairobi-Mombasa railroad. This historic railway was, in 1899, the scene of one of Africa's greatest Adventure stories. Two large lions actively preyed on the railway workers as they built a bridge over the Tsavo river, claiming over 120 victims. They evaded hunters for well over a year, and the legend of the Man eaters of Tsavo was born. The sheer scale of Tsavo gives the visitor a chance to really get away from it all, and to explore the wild in total solitude.On safari here you will see large herds of Elephant, their hides often a luminous red with dust, as well as Lion, Buffalo, Eland, Giraffe Impala, Kudu and possibly Rhinoceros. Tsavo is a birdwatcher's paradise with numerous species of weavers, horn bills, sun birds, rollers, and raptors commonly seen. Due to close proximity to the coast, its then combined with a beach holiday in Mombasa for relaxation.
Active travelers may take short day tours of the historic Fort Jesus as well as tours of beautiful Mombasa Old Town which boasts historic Swahili and Arabic architecture. Or you can partake in water sports including catamaran rides, canoe rides, glass bottomed boat snorkeling trips and windsurfing and deep-sea fishing. Perhaps you just want to relax. We can also arrange a few days on the island of Lamu, Kenya's oldest continuously inhabited town. Lamu is an island located off the coast of Kenya with a rich Swahili and Muslim heritage. Explore Lamu's unique architecture. Most buildings date back to the 18th century or before. Buildings utilize local materials including coral-rag blocks for the walls, wooden floors supported by mangrove poles, makuti roofs, and intricately carved shutters for windows.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Nairobi- Amboseli National Park. Depart Nairobi in the morning drive southwards to Namanga a town on the border of Tanzania proceed to Amboseli National Park arriving at an Amboseli Lodge in time for lunch. Amboseli National Park is a landscape dominated everywhere by the glistening, majestic snow cap of the mighty Mt Kilimanjaro - a fitting backdrop to the wild region. This is Africa’s highest mountain – some call it "the rooftop of Africa".It is also the region where pastoral Masai and their cattle have lived in harmony with wild creatures for many a century. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge, located in the very heart of the Amboseli National Park.
Day 2: Amboseli National Park. Early morning game drive that is rewarded by magnificent views of the mighty Mt Kilimanjaro with its snowcapped summit appearing pink in the rising sun. Amboseli is known for its abundance of Elephants as well as Hippopotamus, Giraffe, Lion and Black Rhino. The snows of Kilimanjaro, white and crystalline, form a majestic backdrop to one of Kenya's most spectacular displays of wildlife, creating Kenya's most sought after photographer's paradise. After lunch, an extensive game drive is followed by dinner and overnight at one of the Amboseli Serena Lodge.
Day 3: Amboseli-Tsavo West National Park. Morning pick up from your hotel. Drive along Nairobi-Mombasa Highway to Tsavo West National Park arriving Kilaguni Lodge in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive including a visit to the Mzima Springs where underground water from chyulu hills supplies 250,000 liters of fresh sparkling water daily to Mombasa it is known as the heaven for crocodiles and hippos, Tilapia is the common fish there. A unique underwater observatory tank has been built that gives you an incredible view of this crystal clear underwater world, where massive hippos glide silently through swirling shoals of barbel. Dinner and overnight at Serena Kilaguni Lodge.
Day 4: Tsavo West-Tsavo east. Early breakfast and depart for Tsavo East National Park which has very special features. Here you will find the few remaining Hirola Antelope other wild life including lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes and different species of antelopes. The world’s largest lava flow and the River Galana coursing its way to the Indian Ocean making it a perfect scene for the avid photographer. Lugards Falls which is located on the Galana river where visitors can walk down to view the rapids and Yatta Plateau which is one of the worlds longest lava flows (approx. 290km long) Mudanda Rock, visitors can walk along the approx. 1.6km long rock outcrop, from where you can see animals drinking at the dam at the base of the rock. Aruba Dam which was build across the Voi River and attracts a lot of wildlife and a Rhino sanctuary is also found here. Lunch at Voi Safari Lodge followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Voi Safari Lodge.
Day 5: Tsavo East-Mombasa. Depart after breakfast and drive down to Mombasa with hot lunch en route. Arrive late afternoon and drop back at Sarova White sands.
Day 6: Full day at leisure, full board overnight at Sarova White sands.
Day 7: Full day at leisure, full board overnight at Sarova White sands.
Day 8: Full day at leisure, full board overnight at Sarova White sands.
Day 9: Full day at leisure, full board overnight at Sarova White sands.
Day 10: Transfer to Moi International Airport for your flight to Nairobi to connect your onward flight back home.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Accommodation as detailed in the itinerary
- All meals as provided in the itinerary
- Transportation
- Services of an English speaking tour/guide driver
- Game viewing drives and parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
- All Government taxes and levies
- Mineral water during game drives only
- Guaranteed window seat in the minivan
- Two-way long range high frequency radio communication in each minivan
- On safari accessories in the minivan.
Price Excludes:
- International airfares taxes.
- All items of personal nature
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- Laundry services
- Holiday supplement over Christmas and New Year
- Travel Insurance
- Visa and Passport fees.
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