4 Days Tsavo West, Amboseli & Taita Hills/Saltlick

This itinerary offers a balanced experience of Kenya’s diverse landscapes and wildlife, with the unique charm of staying at Salt Lick Lodge in the Taita Hills Sanctuary.

4 Days Tsavo West, Amboseli & Taita Hills/Saltlick

4-day safari itinerary covering Tsavo West, Amboseli, and Taita Hills (Saltlick), offering a rich blend of wildlife experiences and stunning landscapes:

A 4-day safari itinerary departing from Diani and covering Tsavo West, Amboseli, and Taita Hills/Saltlick offers an exciting mix of diverse landscapes and wildlife experiences

Day 1: Mombasa – Tsavo West

Tsavo West National Park

Morning: Depart early from Diani Beach.
•Drive to Tsavo West National Park (approximately 5-6 hours).
•Check into your lodge or camp.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch at the lodge.
•Afternoon game drive, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes, including the Shetani Lava Flows and the Mzima Springs.
•Spot elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and a variety of birds.
Evening: Dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp.

Day 2: Tsavo West to Amboseli National Park

Amboseli  National Park

  • Morning: Early morning game drive in Tsavo West, possibly visiting the Rhino Sanctuary to try spotting the elusive black rhino.
  • Mid-Morning: Return to the lodge for breakfast, then check out and drive to Amboseli National Park (approximately 2-3 hours).
  • Afternoon: Arrive at Amboseli, check in at your lodge/camp, and have lunch.
  • Late Afternoon: Head out for a game drive in Amboseli. Enjoy the iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and look for elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife.
  • Evening: Return to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Amboseli to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary 

Salt Lick Lodge

  • Morning: Early morning game drive in Amboseli to catch the sunrise and possibly spot more wildlife with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
  • Mid-Morning: Return to the lodge for breakfast, then check out and drive to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (approximately 3-4 hours).
  • Afternoon: Arrive at the Taita Hills Sanctuary, check in at the Salt Lick Lodge, and have lunch. Salt Lick Lodge is known for its unique stilted design, offering excellent views of wildlife from the comfort of your room.
  • Late Afternoon: Enjoy a game drive in the sanctuary, which is home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, and a variety of birds.
  • Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. The lodge’s waterholes are lit at night, providing a chance to see nocturnal wildlife activity.

Day 4: Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary 

Mombasa

  • Morning: Early morning game drive in the sanctuary to see the animals as they are most active at dawn.
  • Late Morning: Return to the lodge for breakfast, check out, and start the drive back to Mombasa (approximately 6-7 hours).
  • Afternoon: Arrive in Mombasa in the late afternoon or evening, depending on traffic and departure time.

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