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Tsavo East 1 Day Safari from Mombasa
  • 1 day
  • By road
  • Starts in Mombasa

Tsavo East 1 Day Safari from Mombasa

Mombasa , then Tsavo East

Duration
1 day
Starts
Mombasa
Ends
Tsavo East
Countries
Kenya
Parks and reserves
1
Travel
By road
Vehicle
4x4, pop-up roof
Group
Max 6 guests

Where you go

2 stops on this route

Overview

Escape the coastal heat for an exhilarating one-day safari adventure into Tsavo East National Park with First African Dream Tours. Renowned for its vast open plains, diverse wildlife, and iconic red elephants, Tsavo East offers an unforgettable glimpse into Kenya’s wilderness—all within a convenient day trip from Mombasa. Travel comfortably in a 4x4 top-up roof Toyota Land Cruiser jeep, fully equipped with binoculars, a cooler box, high-frequency radio, and 4G/LTE Wi-Fi connectivity. Our experienced and professional multi-lingual safari driver guide ensures a seamless and enriching safari experience filled with breathtaking landscapes and close-up wildlife encounters.

Included on this safari

  • Pop-up roof
  • Six passengers
  • Driver guide
  • Park fees
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Bottled water
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Binoculars
  • Hotel pickup
  • Price guarantee

Day by day

Walk the route

Route in motion

Mombasa

Starting point 2 stops
Indian Ocean 38° E 39° E 40° E 4° S 3° S 01 Mombasa Start 02 Tsavo East Day 01 50 km
Stay

Day 01 / 01

Mombasa to Tsavo East National Park and Back

Our driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Mombasa between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM for an early departure. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway heading toward Tsavo East National Park (approx. 3-4 hours). Upon arrival at the park around 9:00 AM, enter through one of the main gates (Bachuma or Manyani) and begin your first game drive. Explore the park’s vast terrain and spot iconic wildlife such as red elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and over 500 bird species. At midday, enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic site within the park or at a lodge, depending on your selected package. Continue with an afternoon game drive from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, covering new areas of the park including attractions like the Aruba Dam, Lugard’s Falls, and the Yatta Plateau—the world’s longest lava flow. By 4:30 PM, begin your return journey to Mombasa, arriving at your hotel between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Key Features of Tsavo East National Park Vast Open Plains – perfect for wildlife spotting The \"Red Elephants\" of Tsavo Yatta Plateau – world’s longest lava flow Lugard’s Falls – Galana River rapids frequented by crocodiles Aruba Dam – wildlife magnet during dry seasons Diverse birdlife – over 500 species recorded Most packages include these fees. How to Get There from Mombasa Tsavo East is easily accessible by road from Mombasa (approx. 3–4 hours). Most tours enter through the Bachuma or Manyani Gate. Travel is typically arranged in customized 4x4 safari jeeps with pop-up roofs for game viewing, led by experienced driver-guides. Popular Activities in Tsavo East Game Drives Bird Watching Photography Wildlife Viewing at Waterholes Scenic Viewing of Landscapes Book your unforgettable one-day Tsavo East safari from Mombasa today and immerse yourself in the beauty and wildlife of Kenya’s largest national park! {loadposition myposition}

Tsavo East
Tsavo East, Kenya

End of safari

Drop-off at your hotel in Tsavo East

In pictures

Price and timing

Shape the safari around you

Set your travelling party, compare the seasons, then ask FAD for the exact fare for your dates and preferred stay.

Your safari price Tailored quoted for your group
01

Your travelling party

Who should we price for?

Adults

Ages 18 and over

2

Children

We price each child by age

Pricing basis

2 adult rates

Group rate applies

Under 3 free. Ages 3 to 11 pay 75%. Ages 12 to 17 pay 90%.

No payment now. We confirm the exact price before you decide.

02

Your travel window

Choose the feel of your safari

Wildlife is present year-round. Season changes the landscape, demand and price more than it changes the adventure.

  • PeakJul to Oct
  • HighNov to Mar
  • LowApr to Jun
  1. Jan High
  2. Feb High
  3. Mar High
  4. Apr Low
  5. May Low
  6. Jun Low
  7. Jul Peak
  8. Aug Peak
  9. Sep Peak Now
  10. Oct Peak
  11. Nov High
  12. Dec High
  • Jul to Oct Wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara
  • Apr to May Long rains: green parks, quiet roads

Best value: April to June brings greener parks, fewer vehicles and lower seasonal rates.

Included

  • Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure
  • All pickups from your hotel and back after safari
  • Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking)
  • Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
  • All park fees and government taxes
  • Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Bottled water while on safari
  • Unlimited mileage on the safari
  • Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles
  • Safari Transport and game drives in a safari minibus fitted with a pop-up roof tops and guarantee of a window seat for game viewing and photography.
  • All safari Minibus carries safari accessories such as wildlife books, cooler box, binoculars, a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and it has a guaranteed window seats. Option for a jeep available at a small fee.

Not included

  • International air fare
  • Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa and traveler’s insurance
  • Tips to driver-guide
3 days / 2 nights

3 Day Safari Trip Tour

Mombasa , then Tsavo East , then Tsavo West , then Mombasa

Price on request

1 days, Mombasa to Tsavo East

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