- +254 110 082822
- info@joinsafaris.com
- Gazi Plaza, Diani Beach Road
Pick up from Mombasa International Airport at and drive to Tsavo park. Morning: Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside. Mid-morning: Stop for a refreshment break en route to Tsavo West. Afternoon: Arrive at Tsavo West National Park and check into Ngulia Lodge. Have lunch at the lodge and relax for a bit. Late Afternoon: Embark on an afternoon game drive in Tsavo West, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes and wildlife, including the Rhino Sanctuary. Evening: Return to Ngulia Lodge for dinner and overnight stay, enjoying the tranquil ambiance of the park.
Dinner and overnight at Ngulia Lodge
TSAVO WEST is about 205km from Mombasa and about 3hrs 30 minutes’ drive depending on traffic. Tsavo West is one of Kenya’s largest and oldest national parks, known for its diverse landscapes ranging from volcanic hills, savannahs, and riverine habitats to rugged terrain and diverse wildlife. It’s famous for the Mzima Springs, a series of natural springs that draw an abundance of wildlife, including hippos and crocodiles. The park also features the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, where efforts are made to protect and conserve the endangered black rhinoceros.
Tsavo West offers stunning scenery, rich biodiversity, and a chance to witness the iconic African wildlife against a backdrop of volcanic cones and lava flows.
NGULIA LODGE
Ngulia Lodge is a well-situated accommodation within Tsavo West National Park, perched on the edge of Ngulia Hills. Offering panoramic views of the vast savannah below, the lodge provides a comfortable stay amidst the wilderness. It’s renowned for its strategic location for viewing wildlife, especially the black rhinos at the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary. Guests can enjoy amenities like spacious rooms, a swimming pool, and a terrace overlooking the park, providing a serene setting to relax and soak in the beauty of Tsavo West.
Early Morning drives in Tsavo Park at 06.30am, enjoy the African sunrise over the savanna. Return to the lodge at around 8.00am for a sumptuous breakfast. Check-out of the lodge head onwards to Tsavo East park. Arrive in time for lunch at Voi Lodge in Tsavo East park. Rest then head for evening game drive at 16:00 hours.
Dinner and overnight at Voi Lodge.
Tsavo East is another expansive and diverse park in Kenya, characterized by vast open plains, scrubland, and the Galana River that cuts through the park. Known for its “red elephants” due to the reddish-brown soil, this park is home to a wide array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Its landscapes are punctuated by the Yatta Plateau, one of the world’s longest lava flows. Tsavo East provides excellent game viewing opportunities and captivating scenery, offering a quintessential East African safari experience.
Voi Safari Lodge is located in Tsavo East National Park, overlooking a waterhole frequented by wildlife, making it an ideal spot for observing animals from the comfort of the lodge. Its architecture reflects a rustic African style, offering guests a unique and immersive safari experience. The lodge provides comfortable rooms, a restaurant serving delicious meals, a swimming pool, and panoramic views of the park. The lodge’s proximity to various game viewing areas makes it convenient for safari drives and wildlife encounters in Tsavo East
Early morning drives followed by breakfast at the Lodge. Check-out then game drive en route to the gate. Drive to Diani beach arriving at around midday. Check-in at Diani Reef Beach Resort
Dinner and overnight at Diani Reef Beach Resort
Nestled in the pristine, white sands of the South Kenyan coastline, Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa is the preferred getaway for travellers looking to explore the uniquely enchanting experience of the serene beaches and Swahili culture that Kenya has to offer. Experience this majestic splendor surrounded by spectacular sunsets and heavenly blues and hues, on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
Relax and enjoy your stay at the hotel
Pick from the hotel at 07.30am. The drive from Diani beach to Shimoni is about 45 minutes to an hour, enjoy a drive past the Ramisi sugar plantation, you will have the opportunity to see rural villages, tall palm trees and lush greenery, arrive at the historical small fshing village of Shimoni at around 08.30am.
On arrival in Shimoni piers you will board a traditional Arab dhow for a cruise to Kisite Marine Park. The park is famous for its population of turtles: Green and Hawksbill turtles normally spotted in their hang out around the park.
The reef offers sanctuary to over 200 dolphins (spinner, humpback and bottle-nosed), which can be seen as single individuals or mostly in pods of 2-25 individuals breaking above the waves. If you are fortunate enough to visit between July and December, you’ll have a chance to spot Humpback whales, which raise their calves in the warm waters during this period.
As you sail out on the Indian Ocean, there is a high chance to spot Dolphins. The boat ride to the Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park takes about an hour. You will then snorkel and marvel at the rich marine life where corals and sea plants are protected. You are provided with masks and snorkels and are accompanied by a certified and experienced guide. Assistance is also provided to first timers. Snorkeling time takes about 1hour 30 minutes to 2 hours then back on board, you can refresh yourself with fruits and soft drinks. During low tide, a sand bank appears where you can relax and sunbathe. Lunch follows at noon.
Lunch is served from 12.30pm: Sail to mainland where a tropical seafood lunch is waiting for you. The menu includes crab, fish, and rice with coconuts sauce. You can also opt for a chicken or vegetarian menu.
Slave Caves: After lunch we will visit the Shimoni slave caves, where a guide will lead you through the Shimoni caves where slaves were “stored” during the old slave trading days before shipment to the Zanzibar slave market. This is a 15-minute tour.
Departure from Shimoni will be at 3.30pm then drop off at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Neptune Paradise
Relax and enjoy your stay at the hotel
The trip begins from Diani beach at 8.00am, drive towards the ferry which normally takes 45 mins – 1 hrs depending on the traffc, We will start with a drive through Mama Ngina drive heading towards Fort Jesus, the tour inside Fort Jesus takes about an hour and a half, then head towards the old town, Hindu Temple, the Marikiti Market, view the famous ‘Elephant tusks on Moi Avenue.
Lunch follows at around 13h00, thereafter you depart for the Haller Park, this is a nature trail where old quarries were rehabilitated to form a habitat for different species.
Spend the entire afternoon at park and watch the crocodile and giraffe feeding at around 15h30. Return back to hotel thereafter.
Dinner and overnight at Neptune Paradise.
Relax and enjoy your stay at the hotel
After breakfast at the resort. Transfer to Mombasa Airport to catch departure flight home.
30% deposit upon confirmation of booking and full amount 14 days before arrival. Payment can be made by credit card which attracts a 5% bank surcharge or via bank transfer to our account which will be provided