Day 1: Nairobi to Tsavo East National Park

Morning

• Departure: Leave Nairobi early in the morning and drive to Tsavo East National Park (approximately 4-5 hours).
• Check-in and Lunch: Arrive at your lodge or camp (e.g., Tsavo Safari Camp, Sentrim Tsavo East Lodge) and have lunch.

Afternoon

• Afternoon Game Drive: Start your safari experience with an afternoon game drive in Tsavo East. Look out for large herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, and diverse bird species. The vast plains and the backdrop of the Yatta Plateau make for great wildlife viewing.

Evening

• Dinner and Relaxation: Return to your lodge for dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening in the bush.

Day 2: Full Day in Tsavo East National Park

Early Morning

• Sunrise Game Drive: Begin with an early morning game drive to witness wildlife at their most active. The morning light provides excellent photography opportunities.
• Breakfast: Return to the lodge for breakfast.

Mid-Morning

• Optional Activities: After breakfast, you can enjoy optional activities such as visiting a local Maasai village, guided nature walks, or more game viewing.

Afternoon

• Lunch at the Lodge: Return to the lodge for lunch.
• Extended Game Drive: Set out for an afternoon game drive to explore more of Tsavo East’s vast landscapes, including riverine areas and waterholes.

Evening

• Dinner and Overnight: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Tsavo East to Tsavo West National Park

Morning

• Breakfast and Check-out: Have breakfast and check out from your lodge.
• Drive to Tsavo West: Travel to Tsavo West National Park (approximately 2-3 hours), enjoying the scenic drive.

Afternoon

• Check-in and Lunch: Arrive at your lodge or camp (e.g., Kilaguni Serena Lodge, Tsavo West Sarova Lodge) for check-in and lunch.
• Afternoon Game Drive: Explore Tsavo West, known for its diverse landscapes, including volcanic hills, savannahs, and the Mzima Springs. Look for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and various bird species.

Evening

• Dinner and Relaxation: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Full Day in Tsavo West National Park

Early Morning

• Sunrise Game Drive: Set out for an early morning game drive in Tsavo West to see wildlife during the cooler hours.
• Breakfast: Return to your lodge for breakfast.

Mid-Morning

• Visit Mzima Springs: Explore the Mzima Springs, where you can see hippos and various birds. There are also underwater viewing chambers for an exciting perspective.

Afternoon

• Lunch at the Lodge: Return to the lodge for lunch.
• Extended Game Drive: Enjoy another game drive in Tsavo West, possibly visiting the Shetani Lava Flow or the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, which is home to endangered black rhinos.

Evening

• Dinner and Overnight: Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 5: Tsavo West to Amboseli National Park

Early Morning

• Breakfast and Check-out: Have breakfast at the lodge and check out.
• Drive to Amboseli: Depart for Amboseli National Park (approximately 2-3 hours).

Afternoon

• Check-in and Lunch: Arrive at your lodge (e.g., Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, Ol Tukai Lodge) and have lunch.
• Afternoon Game Drive: Start your Amboseli adventure with an afternoon game drive. Look for elephants, lions, and other wildlife, with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Evening

• Dinner and Relaxation: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Safari Tips:

• Packing Essentials: Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing, sunblock, hat, insect repellent, binoculars, and a camera with a zoom lens.
• Best Time to Visit: The parks can be visited year-round, but the dry season (June to October) offers better wildlife viewing.
• Photography: Early morning and late afternoon are the best times for capturing wildlife and landscapes.