A Tsavo East day trip from Diani, Mombasa, or Malindi is a full-day "dawn-to-dusk" road safari to the national park, featuring early morning game drives to see wildlife like red elephants, lions, and buffalo. The journey includes a 2-4-hour drive to the park, lunch at a lodge, another game drive, and return to the coast by evening.
Detailed Itinerary:
From Diani or Mombasa
05:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel and begin the drive to Tsavo East National Park along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway.
08:30 AM: Arrive at the Bachuma gate and enter the park to start the morning game drive.
11:30 AM: Visit the Aruba Dam and Galana River area, popular spots for wildlife viewing.
01:00 PM: Stop for a buffet lunch at a safari lodge, such as Voi Safari Lodge.
02:00 PM: Continue with a final game drive as you exit the park.
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM: Depart for your hotel, arriving back in Diani or Mombasa in the early evening.
From Malindi or Watamu
Early Morning (around 5:00 AM): Pick up from your hotel and begin the journey to Tsavo East.
Morning: Enter the park through the Sala gate.
Late Morning: Proceed with a game drive to the Aruba Dam to spot animals and birds.
Afternoon: Have lunch at a lodge within the park.
Late Afternoon: Enjoy a final game drive before exiting the park.
Evening: Return to Malindi or Watamu by early evening.
Rates Per Person
| Start dates | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 | $420 | $269 | $218 | $196 | $179 | $168 | Get Quote |
| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $420 | $269 | $218 | $196 | $179 | $168 | Get Quote |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $420 | $269 | $218 | $196 | $179 | $168 | Get Quote |
Inclusions
Park Entrance Fees
Transport By Safari Van
Lunch inside the park
Bottled Drinking Water
Game Drives
Services of a qualified driver guide
Exclusions
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir (available to purchase)
Tips
