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2 Day Tsavo East and Taita Hills Safari from Mombasa

A 2 Day Tsavo East and Taita Hills Safari from Mombasa is one of the most exciting overnight wildlife experiences available for travelers visiting Kenya’s coast. This safari combines the vast wilderness of Tsavo East National Park with the scenic beauty and exclusive wildlife viewing of Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.

For visitors staying in Mombasa, this two-day safari offers a perfect opportunity to explore Kenya’s famous wildlife parks while enjoying a comfortable overnight stay at one of Africa’s most iconic safari lodges.

This itinerary is particularly popular with travelers from the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Spain who want a genuine African safari experience during their beach holiday on Kenya’s coast.

The highlight of the safari is an overnight stay at the famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge, one of the most photographed safari lodges in Africa, built on stilts overlooking a waterhole where elephants and other animals frequently gather.

For many international travelers, the opportunity to watch wildlife from the lodge balcony at night becomes one of the most memorable moments of their Kenya safari.

Why Choose a Tsavo East and Taita Hills Safari from Mombasa

A Tsavo East and Taita Hills safari from Mombasa offers several advantages compared with shorter day trips.

The main benefits include:

• visiting two different wildlife areas in one safari
• more time for game drives
• overnight stay in a famous safari lodge
• better chances of seeing wildlife
• the opportunity to experience the African wilderness at night
• beautiful sunrise and sunset views

For travelers coming from Europe and North America, this safari provides a complete African wildlife experience without requiring several days away from the beach.

About Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East is one of the largest and oldest national parks in Kenya and forms part of the greater Tsavo ecosystem.

The park is famous for:

• large elephant populations
• wide open savannah landscapes
• red volcanic soil
• iconic baobab trees
• abundant wildlife

Animals commonly seen in Tsavo East include:

• elephants
• lions
• giraffes
• zebras
• buffalo
• antelope species
• ostriches
• baboons

Because of its accessibility from the coast, Tsavo East is the most popular destination for safaris from Mombasa.

About Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

The Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is a private conservation area located next to Tsavo West National Park.

Unlike large national parks, this sanctuary offers a more intimate safari experience with fewer vehicles and excellent wildlife sightings.

Wildlife found in Taita Hills includes:

• elephants
• lions
• buffalo
• giraffes
• zebras
• antelope species

Because the sanctuary is smaller, wildlife sightings can often be closer and more frequent.

The sanctuary is also home to the famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge, which provides spectacular views of animals visiting nearby waterholes.

Detailed 2 Day Tsavo East and Taita Hills Safari Itinerary

Day 1 – Mombasa to Tsavo East National Park

Your 2 Day Tsavo East and Taita Hills Safari from Mombasa begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel or beach resort.

Departure usually takes place between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

Travel is in a comfortable safari vehicle such as a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser or safari van with pop-up roof, providing excellent views for photography and wildlife observation.

The journey from Mombasa to Tsavo East takes approximately 3–4 hours.

Morning Game Drive in Tsavo East

After entering the park through Bachuma Gate, the safari begins immediately with a game drive.

Tsavo East’s open terrain makes wildlife easier to spot compared to many forested parks.

Animals often seen include:

• elephants
• giraffes
• zebras
• buffalo
• gazelles
• warthogs

The park is particularly famous for its red elephants, which appear reddish due to the iron-rich soil.

Visit to Aruba Dam

One of the highlights of the morning game drive is Aruba Dam, a popular wildlife gathering point.

Animals commonly seen here include:

• elephants
• buffalo
• zebras
• giraffes

Predators such as lions sometimes appear near the waterhole.

Lunch in Tsavo East

Guests stop for lunch at a safari lodge such as:

• Ashnil Aruba Lodge
• Sentrim Tsavo Lodge

After lunch there is time to relax before continuing the safari.

Drive to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

After lunch the safari continues toward Taita Hills.

The drive takes approximately 1.5 hours and offers additional opportunities for wildlife sightings.

Upon arrival at the sanctuary, guests enjoy an afternoon game drive.

Afternoon Safari in Taita Hills

Wildlife viewing in Taita Hills is often excellent due to the smaller size of the sanctuary.

Animals frequently seen include:

• elephants
• giraffes
• buffalo
• zebras
• antelope species

The scenery here is also very beautiful, with rolling hills and open savannah.

Dinner and Overnight at Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Guests arrive at the famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge in the evening.

The lodge is built on wooden stilts overlooking a waterhole where animals gather.

From the lodge balconies, guests can often watch:

• elephants
• buffalo
• antelope

Dinner is served at the lodge followed by an overnight stay.

For many travelers from Europe and America, watching wildlife from the lodge at night is one of the most unforgettable experiences of their Kenya safari.

Day 2 – Morning Safari in Taita Hills

The second day begins early with a morning game drive inside the sanctuary.

Early morning is one of the best times to see wildlife because temperatures are cooler and animals are more active.

Possible sightings include:

• lions
• elephants
• giraffes
• buffalo
• antelope

Morning light also provides excellent photography opportunities.

Breakfast at the Lodge

After the game drive, guests return to the lodge for breakfast.

The peaceful surroundings and views of the African wilderness make breakfast at Salt Lick a memorable experience.

Final Game Drive and Return to Mombasa

Before leaving the sanctuary, a short final game drive may take place.

Guests then begin the journey back to Mombasa.

Arrival at your hotel is usually between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM depending on road conditions.

Wildlife You May See

This safari offers excellent opportunities to see wildlife including:

• elephants
• lions
• buffalo
• giraffes
• zebras
• antelope
• hyenas
• monkeys and baboons

Bird lovers may also see many bird species throughout the safari.

What Is Included

Typical inclusions in this safari package include:

• hotel pickup and drop-off in Mombasa
• transport in a safari vehicle
• professional English-speaking safari guide
• park entry fees
• game drives
• accommodation at Salt Lick Safari Lodge
• meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast)
• bottled drinking water

Why Book with Felessy Safaris

Travelers searching for the best Kenya safari tours from Mombasa often choose Felessy Tours and Safaris because of our commitment to excellent service.

We provide:

• experienced safari guides
• comfortable safari vehicles
• personalized safari itineraries
• reliable safari planning
• exceptional customer service

Our goal is to ensure every guest enjoys an unforgettable Kenya safari.