Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East National Park is the largest national park in Kenya, world famous for its red elephants.

Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo National Park, located between Nairobi and Mombasa, is the largest national park in Kenya and one of the largest in the world, with an area of 20,000 square kilometres. It is divided into a western and an eastern part. Tsavo East National Park, the more significant part of the park at 11,747 square kilometres, is characterised by a thorn bush savannah and is known for its biodiversity of large animals. In addition to the largest elephant population in Kenya, it is home to lions, leopards, rhinos, zebras, kudu, crocodiles and waterbucks.

 

How to get there

Tsavo East is easily accessible, especially from the North Coast of Kenya. It’s only 1.5 hours drive from Watamu/Malindi to Sala Gate, the Eastern gate of Tsavo East. There are also daily flights from Nairobi directly to Tsavo East

Tsavo East is particularly known for its red elephants. They cover themselves with the iron-rich earth found here, which gives them a red glow and protects them from insects and sunlight. The lions here are also unique because they don't have a mane. In the dry season, you can observe the wild animals particularly well when they come to the few watering holes. The Lugard Falls, a series of waterfalls, give you a wonderful view of the Galana River - the lifeline of numerous animals. The rock formations washed out by the water look bizarre here. Due to its proximity to Kenya's coast, the park is a popular destination for a combination of safari and beach holidays.

Our best itineraries for your safari in Tsavo East

Basic

  • Day 1: Watamu to Tsavo East National Park

    8:30 AM pick up from Temple Point and drive to Tsavo East National Park via Sala Gate. Enjoying game drive en route to Satao Camp. Lunch in Satao Camp. Second game drive in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay Satao Camp.

    Day 2: Tsavo East National Park to Watamu

    6:00 AM early morning game before breakfast. After breakfast drive with game drive en-route to exit the park via Sala gate and drive back to Temple Point in time for lunch.

  • Depending on the season and how many guests share a 4x4. The 1.5 days safari to Tsavo East with overnight at Satao Camp is between 450€ to 750€ per person sharing.

Intermediate

  • Day 1: Watamu to Tsavo East National Park

    8:30 AM pick up from Temple Point and drive to Tsavo East National Park via Sala Gate. Enjoying game drive en route to Satao Camp. Lunch in Satao Camp. Second game drive in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay Satao Camp.

    Day 2: Tsavo East National Park

    6:30 AM breakfast followed by morning game drive before lunch in Satao Camp. After lunch aother afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Satao Camp.

    Day 3: Tsavo East National Park to Watamu

    6:00 AM early morning game drive before breakfast. After breakfast drive with game drive en-route to exit the park via Sala gate and drive back to Temple Point in time for lunch.

  • Depending on the season and how many guests share a 4x4. The 2.5 days safari to Tsavo East with overnight stay at Satao Camp is between 800€ to 1250€ per person sharing.

Advanced

  • Day1: Watamu to Tsavo East

    8:30 AM pick up from Watamu and drive to Tsavo East National Park via Sala Gate. Enjoying game drive en route to Ashnil Satao Camp. Lunch in Ashnil Aruba Camp. Second game drive in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay at Ashnil Satao Camp .

    Day2: Tsavo East to Tsavo West

    6:00 AM early morning game drive followed by breakfast. After breakfast drive to Tsavo West National Park with game drive en-route. Arrival at Kilaguni Serena Lodge in time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy afternoon game drive in Tsavo West National Park. Dinner & overnight stay at Kilaguni Serena Lodge.

    Day3: Tsavo West to Tsavo East National Park

    6:00 AM early morning game drive followed by breakfast. After breakfast drive to Tsavo East National Park to arrive in time for lunch at Satao Camp. After lunch enjoy afternoon game drive in Tsavo East National Park. Dinner & overnight stay at Satao Camp.

    Day4: Tsavo East National Park to Watamu

    6:00 AM early morning game drive before breakfast. After brekafast drive with game drive en-route to exit the park via Sala gate & return to Watamu in time for lunch.

  • Depending on the season and how many guests share a 4x4. The 3.5 days safari to Tsavo East with overnight stay at Satao Camp is between 1120€ to 1700€ per person sharing.