Elephant Safari: Summary
Elephant Safari in a nutshell
The Elephant Safari incorporates two of Kenya's best-loved national parks – Tsavo East and Tsavo West – and one of the best beaches in Africa. You'll cross the country from Nairobi to the coast and back again, taking in rolling savannah and dense woodland, vast plains, streams and lakes, as well as the contrasting atmosphere of Diani Beach on the country's southern tip.
You start with a light aircraft flight to Kilaguni Airstrip in the heart of Tsavo West National Park, staying at the delightful Severin Safari Camp. Set on the wooded plains near a seasonal waterhole, it's well-placed for watching birds and large mammals from the camp itself, with game drives and bush walks built into your itinerary, along with a trip to see the fabled hippos and crocs of Mzima Springs from an underwater hide. Along the way, lions, giraffes, zebras and buffalos, among many other species, will all be in your sights.
Driving east, you cross the Nairobi–Mombasa highway and the famous old Lunatic Line railway before reaching Satao Camp in a remote corner of Tsavo East National Park. Stay alert as you search the plains and rivers for leopards and cheetahs, crocodiles and antelopes – as well as magnificent, big-tusker elephants, coloured orange by the red earth.
South of Tsavo East, the altitude drops and the temperature climbs as you approach the Indian Ocean coast, with its white-sand beaches, warm, azure sea and offshore coral reef. Water Lovers is a charming, simple hotel, right on the beach, with great opportunities for water sports, including snorkelling, diving and windsurfing.
At a glance
Starts: | JKI Airport Nairobi | |
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3 nights | Severin Safari Camp - Tsavo West National Park, Kenya | Full Board & Activities |
3 nights | Satao Camp - Tsavo East National Park, Kenya | Full Board & Activities |
4 nights | Water Lovers - Kenya Coast, Kenya | Half Board |
Ends: | JKI Airport Nairobi |
Severin Safari Camp
Tsavo West National Park, Kenya
Satao Camp
Tsavo East National Park, Kenya
Water Lovers
Kenya Coast, Kenya
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Elephant Safari.
- Watching hippos from an underwater hide
- Tracking the vast Tsavo East in search of big tuskers
- Enjoying light aircraft and privately guided drives
- Revelling in luxury en-suite camping in the bush
- Relaxing on white-sand beaches by the Indian Ocean
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Elephant Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Guided walking safari
Scuba-diving
Snorkelling
Watersports
Key species to see on the Elephant Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Elephant Safari. Click on the animals and our wildlife surveys page for more info.
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