Package overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day wildlife adventure through Kenya’s most iconic southern parks with Magical Africa Safaris. This journey blends spectacular scenery, rich wildlife encounters, and seamless comfort as you travel from Nairobi to the Kenyan Coast.
- Kilimanjaro Views: Capture the iconic photo of the snow-capped mountain rising above the dusty plains, especially at sunrise.
- Large Elephant Herds: Amboseli is famous for some of the largest elephant herds in Africa, offering incredible opportunities for up-close viewing.
- Swamp Visits: Watch elephants, hippos, and buffalo congregating around the park's permanent marshlands.
- Elevated Rooms and Walkways: The lodge features rooms built on stilts and linked by suspended walkways, providing panoramic views of the waterholes and surrounding plains where animals gather.
- Mzima Springs: Visit this magical oasis where crystal-clear water gushes from the ground. You can walk to an underwater viewing chamber to see hippos, fish, and crocodiles.
- Volcanic Scenery: Explore the dramatic terrain, including the Shetani Lava Flows, a dark, solidified river of volcanic rock, offering a stark contrast to the plains.
Day-by-day itinerary
01Day 1 | Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Meals: Lunch, DinnerAccommodation (recommended): Kibo Safari Camp / Amboseli Sopa Lodge / AA Lodge Amboseli
Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Drive through the open Maasai plains toward Amboseli, with scenic views and local wildlife sightings.
Arrive for lunch and leisure at your camp.
Afternoon game drive across Amboseli’s vast swamps and savannahs, home to elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffalos, zebras, and abundant bird species.
Weather permitting, capture stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro at sunset.
02Day 2 | Amboseli - Taita Hills Salt Lick Sanctuary
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Salt Lick Safari Lodge (signature experience)
Early morning game drive as the sunrise lights up Kilimanjaro.
Depart Amboseli and join the main highway towards Taita Hills Sanctuary.
Arrive for lunch at Taita Hills Lodge, followed by transfer to the iconic Salt Lick Lodge—famous for its raised rooms overlooking floodlit waterholes.
Afternoon game drive in the private sanctuary.
Enjoy evening wildlife viewing right from your lodge balcony—a magical highlight of this safari.
03Day 3 | Taita Hills - Tsavo West National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Kilaguni Serena Lodge / Ngulia Safari Lodge / Voyager Ziwani
After breakfast, exit the sanctuary with a short game drive.
Enter Tsavo West, known for its rugged terrain, volcanic features, and rich wildlife.
Visit Mzima Springs, where hippos and crocodiles can be seen in crystal-clear natural pools.
Afternoon game drive exploring Shetani Lava Flow or the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary.
04Day 4 | Tsavo West - Tsavo East National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge / Voi Safari Lodge / Sentrim Tsavo East
Morning breakfast then drive towards Tsavo East, the land of red elephants and the largest national park in Kenya.
Game viewing en route as you enter through the southern gates.
Afternoon game drive around the Aruba Dam, a favourite hotspot for lions, elephants, buffalos, and diverse plains game.
05Day 5 | Tsavo East - Mombasa / Diani / Watamu
Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: End of safari
Early morning game drive as you depart from the park.
Continue your journey to Mombasa with drop-off at your preferred beach hotel in Mombasa, Diani, Watamu, or Malindi.
End of safari with Magical Africa Safaris.
What's included
- Game drives in custom 4x4 vehicles with expert guides
- Pick-up and drop-off from hotel/airport
- Accommodation in safari lodge or tented camps
- Park entry fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
What's excluded
- Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and snacks
- Personal purchases or souvenirs
- Optional activities (e.g., guided nature walks, cultural visits)
- Tips and gratuities for driver/guide
- Items of personal nature (e.g., jackets, binoculars, cameras)
- Accommodation before or after the safari
- Travel insurance or international medical cover