This 3 Days Tsavo East Wildlife Safari and Elephant Tour in Kenya takes you to the eastern part of Tsavo National Park, known as Tsavo East National Park. It is the largest park in Kenya and offers incredible opportunities to see elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and many other animals in their natural habitat.
Below is the detailed day-by-day itinerary for this safari adventure.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Tsavo East National Park, Kenya’s largest wildlife reserve
- Spot elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and hippos
- Visit Aruba Dam, a famous watering point for many animals
- Enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives with expert guides
- Travel comfortably from Nairobi in a safari vehicle
- Experience wildlife viewing, photography, and relaxation at your lodge
Brief 3-Day Tsavo East Elephant Safari Itinerary
- Day 1: Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park
- Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Tsavo East National Park
- Day 3: Depart for Nairobi
Detailed 3-Day Tsavo East Elephant Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park
You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi by your professional driver-guide. Depart for Tsavo East National Park, enjoying views of the Kenyan countryside along the way.
Upon entering the park, your game drive begins immediately. Look out for elephants, zebras, giraffes, and other animals on your way to the lodge or camp. Check in and have lunch upon arrival.
After lunch, relax at the lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. In the late afternoon, head out for an evening game drive in search of elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals that live in Tsavo East. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Tsavo East National Park
After an early breakfast, start your full-day game drive across the vast plains of Tsavo East. Look out for elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, antelopes, and the famous man-eaters of Tsavo — the legendary lions known for their strength and hunting skills.
You will visit Aruba Dam, where many animals gather to drink water, especially during the dry season. It is a great place for photography and wildlife viewing.
Return to your lodge for lunch and a short rest before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Later in the evening, go back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Depart for Nairobi
Begin your day with an early morning game drive to catch sight of predators and other nocturnal animals before they retreat. Return to the lodge for breakfast, check out, and enjoy one last short game drive as you exit the park.
Drive back to Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or at the airport for your flight home.
End of 3 Days Tsavo East Wildlife Safari.