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5-Day Kenya Safari Itinerary

This is the shape of a real 5-day Kenya safari as we run it — drawn from the route of our 5-Day Coast Safari: Tsavo East, Amboseli & Tsavo West from Mombasa. Drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and road conditions; lodges, the order of parks and the pace can all be tailored to your travel dates.

Day by day (5)
  1. Day 1 Mombasa to Tsavo East
  2. Day 2 Tsavo East to Amboseli
  3. Day 3 Amboseli National Park
  4. Day 4 Amboseli to Tsavo West
  5. Day 5 Tsavo West to Mombasa

Day 1

Mombasa to Tsavo East

Pickup and Safari Briefing in Mombasa.

Meet your guide in Mombasa for a warm welcome and a short briefing on the days ahead, then set off on your safari.

Transfer from Mombasa to Tsavo East National Park.

Relax and enjoy the drive from Mombasa to Tsavo East National Park, taking in the changing scenery and countryside views along the way, with comfort stops whenever you need them.

Check-In and Lunch at Tsavo East National Park Lodge or Camp.

Arrive at your Tsavo East National Park lodge or camp, check in and settle into your room, then enjoy lunch and some time to relax before your afternoon game drive.

Afternoon Tsavo East National Park Game Drive.

Take a guided afternoon game drive in Tsavo East National Park, with routing based on wildlife movement, light, road conditions, and guest comfort.

Return to Tsavo East National Park Lodge or Camp.

Head back to your lodge or camp to freshen up, enjoy dinner, and relax for the evening.

Day 2

Tsavo East to Amboseli

Breakfast at Tsavo East National Park.

Start the day with a leisurely breakfast at your Tsavo East National Park lodge or camp.

Check-Out at Tsavo East National Park.

Check out at an easy pace and prepare to continue your safari adventure.

Morning Tsavo East National Park Game Drive.

Enjoy a guided morning game drive in Tsavo East National Park, with the route determined by wildlife movement, light, road conditions and guest comfort.

Transfer from Tsavo East National Park to Amboseli National Park.

Relax and enjoy the drive from Tsavo East National Park to Amboseli National Park, taking in changing scenery and rural views along the way, with comfort stops as needed.

Check-In and Lunch at Amboseli National Park Lodge or Camp.

Arrive at your Amboseli National Park lodge or camp, check in and settle into your room, then enjoy lunch and some time to relax before your afternoon game drive.

Afternoon Amboseli National Park Game Drive.

Take a guided afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park, with the route planned around wildlife movement, light, road conditions and guest comfort.

Optional Maasai Village Visit.

An optional visit to a nearby Maasai community close to Amboseli National Park, where you can meet local hosts and learn about their culture, traditions and everyday life. Arranged on request when hosts are available.

Return to Amboseli National Park Lodge or Camp.

Settle in at your lodge or camp and relax with dinner and a restful evening.

Day 3

Amboseli National Park

Two African elephants on a green Amboseli plain with snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro and dramatic clouds behind them

Breakfast at Amboseli National Park.

Start the day with a leisurely breakfast at your Amboseli National Park lodge or camp.

Morning Amboseli National Park Game Drive.

Enjoy a guided morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, with the route guided by wildlife movement, light, road conditions and guest comfort.

Lunch and Midday Rest at Amboseli National Park Lodge or Camp.

Return to your lodge or camp for a relaxed lunch and some rest out of the midday heat before heading back out for the afternoon game drive.

Afternoon Amboseli National Park Game Drive.

Take a guided afternoon game drive in Amboseli National Park, with routing based on wildlife movement, light, road conditions and guest comfort.

Return to Amboseli National Park Lodge or Camp.

Head back to your lodge or camp for dinner and a tranquil evening beneath the stars.

Day 4

Amboseli to Tsavo West

Two African elephants on a green Amboseli plain with snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro and dramatic clouds behind them

Breakfast at Amboseli National Park.

Start the day with a relaxed breakfast at your Amboseli National Park lodge or camp.

Check-Out at Amboseli National Park.

Check out at a comfortable pace and get ready to continue your safari adventure.

Morning Amboseli National Park Game Drive.

Take a guided morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, with the route chosen according to wildlife movements, light, road conditions and guest comfort.

Transfer from Amboseli National Park to Tsavo West National Park.

Relax and enjoy the drive from Amboseli National Park to Tsavo West National Park, taking in the changing scenery and stopping as needed for comfort breaks.

Check-In and Lunch at Tsavo West National Park Lodge or Camp.

Arrive at your Tsavo West National Park lodge or camp, check in and settle into your room, then enjoy lunch and some time to relax before your afternoon game drive.

Afternoon Tsavo West National Park Game Drive.

Take a guided afternoon game drive in Tsavo West National Park, with routing based on wildlife movement, light, road conditions and guest comfort.

Return to Tsavo West National Park Lodge or Camp.

Settle in at your lodge or camp, enjoy dinner and relax for a restful evening.

Day 5

Tsavo West to Mombasa

Breakfast at Tsavo West National Park.

Begin the day with a relaxed breakfast at your Tsavo West National Park lodge or camp.

Check-out at Tsavo West National Park.

Check out at an easy pace and get ready to continue your safari adventure.

Morning Tsavo West National Park Game Drive.

Enjoy a guided morning game drive in Tsavo West National Park, with routing based on wildlife movement, light, track conditions and guest comfort.

Return Transfer from Tsavo West National Park toward Mombasa.

Relax and enjoy the drive from Tsavo West National Park to Mombasa, taking in the changing scenery and countryside views along the way, with comfort stops whenever needed.

Lunch and Comfort Stop.

Pause for a relaxed lunch and a chance to freshen up before the rest of the day's adventures.

Continue Return Transfer to Mombasa.

Relax and enjoy the drive from Tsavo West National Park to Mombasa, taking in the changing scenery and countryside views along the way, with comfort stops whenever you need them.

Drop-Off in Mombasa.

Final drop-off in Mombasa at the agreed hotel, residence, airport or pickup point.

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