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Private safari journey · Kenya

3-Day Private Luxury Safari in Kenya’s Tsavo East and West

Travel in a private safari vehicle from Mombasa or Diani, with morning game drives in Tsavo West and elephant-focused drives in Tsavo East.

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Duration
3 days
4 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$870
per person
Best for
Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

A 3-day private safari to Tsavo East and West offers a comprehensive introduction to Kenya's largest protected area, featuring game drives in the vast plains of Tsavo East, famous for its red-dust elephants, and the dramatic, rugged landscapes of Tsavo West, home to the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary and Mzima Springs. The itinerary typically includes morning and afternoon game drives, accommodation in lodges within the park, meals, and private transport, providing opportunities to see the Big Five.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle Clients have to book their own international flights, but we can arrange the full trip from airport pickup on arrival day and airport drop off on your last day. A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 1 year

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Mombasa/Diani to Tsavo West National Park

Morning pick-up: Your private safari vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Mombasa or Diani. Drive to Tsavo West: You'll drive towards Tsavo West National Park using the Mombasa-Nairobi highway. En-route game drive & lunch: Upon entering the park, begin a game drive en route to your lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive: After lunch and a short rest, embark on an afternoon game drive. Visit Rhino Sanctuary: An afternoon game drive in Tsavo West often includes a visit to the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary to see black rhinos. Overnight stay: Check-in for dinner and your overnight stay at a lodge in Tsavo West.
  • Luxury lodge located inside Tsavo West NP
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
02Day 2

Day 2

Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

Morning game drive: Start your day with an early morning game drive in Tsavo West, keeping an eye out for predators and other wildlife. Travel to Tsavo East: After breakfast, you'll drive from Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park, with the option of visiting the famous Mzima Springs or exploring the Shetani lava flow. Lunch in Tsavo East: Arrive at your lodge in Tsavo East in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive: Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Tsavo East, a park famous for its large elephant herds, often called the "red elephants". Overnight stay: Check in for dinner and your overnight stay at a lodge in Tsavo East.
  • Luxury tented bush camp located inside Tsavo East NP
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
03Day 3

Day 3

Tsavo East to Diani or Mombasa

Morning: Wake up for an early morning game drive in Tsavo East, focusing on the park's famous red elephants and other wildlife, and catch wildlife as they become active. Late morning: Return to the lodge for breakfast. Check out and begin your drive back towards Diani or Mombasa. Midday: Stop for a final lunch at a convenient location en route. Afternoon: Continue your journey back to your hotel in Diani or Mombasa.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

Satao Camp Day 2 · 1 night

Satao Camp

Tsavo East National Park

Luxury tented bush camp inside Tsavo East NP

1 night Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

The exact inclusion list is confirmed for your dates before you commit.

Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  8. Drinking water (On all days)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates and dates

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From

US$870

per person

Guide price

US$1,225 per person

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Before you plan

Journey details

Best for

Luxury tour

Private tour

Journey pace

2 stays

2 nights across 3 days.

Rooms

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

Rates, timing and lodge availability are checked again for your dates.

Experiences on this journey

Big 5 Safari

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