Amboseli & Tsavo West, Kenya

4 Days Amboseli & Tsavo West Safari

Big elephant herds beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, then the rugged volcanic landscapes and springs of Tsavo West.

4 Days / 3 Nights Full Board Easy – Moderate
Duration4 Days
CostPer Person
Meal PlanFull Board
ExperienceGame drives
DeparturesDaily from Nairobi
Overview

About this tour

Two of Kenya's most scenic parks in four days. Amboseli is famed for its enormous elephant herds and the snow-capped silhouette of Africa's tallest mountain; Tsavo West adds wild, dramatic terrain, crystal-clear springs and black lava fields.

It is a wonderful choice for first-time safari-goers who want variety without long days on the road.

Tour highlights

  • Elephants against Kilimanjaro views in Amboseli
  • Mzima Springs & Shetani lava flows in Tsavo West
  • Two parks, one relaxed itinerary
  • Excellent bird-watching
Best timeJune – October and January – February
Group size2 – 7 guests per vehicle
PaceEasy – Moderate
Day by Day

Tour itinerary

  1. Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive south to Amboseli. After lunch at your lodge we head out for an afternoon game drive across the swamps and dusty plains where elephants wade at sunset.

    • 07:00 Hotel pick-up
    • Lunch at lodge
    • Afternoon game drive
    Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Amboseli lodge
  2. Rise early for the best chance of a clear view of Kilimanjaro, then explore the park with your guide. Observation Hill gives a sweeping view over the swamps. Return for a leisurely lunch and a second game drive in the late afternoon.

    • Sunrise game drive
    • Observation Hill stop
    • Lunch & rest
    • Evening game drive
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Amboseli lodge
  3. A morning game drive and then on to Tsavo West. Visit Mzima Springs, where hippo and crocodile watch from crystal-clear pools, and the Shetani lava flow before reaching your lodge.

    • Morning game drive
    • Mzima Springs walk
    • Shetani lava flow
    • Check-in at lodge
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Tsavo West lodge
  4. A final early game drive, breakfast, then the scenic drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon.

    • Early game drive
    • Breakfast & check-out
    • Drive to Nairobi
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Day of: Departure
What's In The Price

Included & excluded

Included

  • Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Professional driver-guide
  • 3 nights accommodation as per package
  • Meals as per itinerary (full board)
  • Park entry fees – Amboseli & Tsavo West
  • Game drives & Mzima Springs visit
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Pre-trip planning & 24/7 support from AMSIR

Not included

  • Flights (unless quoted)
  • Visa / Kenya eTA fees
  • Drinks, tips and gratuities
  • Travel & medical insurance
  • Optional activities & personal expenses
Pricing

Prices

Rates in US dollars, per person sharing a room, by group size. Single-room supplement shown per trip.

Package2 guests4 guests6 guestsSingle room supp.
Mid-range lodge
Standard lodge, sharing
$690 $590 $545 $150
Comfort lodge
Upper-mid lodge, sharing
$980 $870 $810 $240

Prices are a guide and vary by season, accommodation and availability. Send an enquiry for an exact, no-obligation quote for your dates.

Where You'll Go

Tour map

Before You Go

Good to know

  • Kilimanjaro is best seen in the early morning; cloud often builds later in the day.
  • Tsavo West is hot — bring light clothing and plenty of sunscreen.
  • A light jacket helps on early game drives.
  • Need a visa, eTA or permit for this trip? AMSIR processes those too — see our visa services.
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