Day 1: Tsavo East National Park
Morning
Departure: Start early from Nairobi or Mombasa and drive to Tsavo East National Park. Enter through the main gates, such as Voi or Buchuma Gate.
Game Drive: Begin with a morning game drive through the park’s vast savanna, famous for its red elephants, zebras, giraffes, and lions. Enjoy the park’s open landscape, ideal for wildlife spotting.

Mid-Morning
Aruba Dam Visit: Stop by Aruba Dam, which is a popular watering hole for various animals and birds.
Check-in and Lunch: Arrive at your lodge (e.g., Satao Camp, Voi Wildlife Lodge) for a refreshing lunch and a brief rest.

Afternoon
Afternoon Game Drive: Explore different areas of Tsavo East, such as the Galana River, known for its hippos and crocodiles.
Sunset Viewing: Finish your game drive with a view of the sun setting over the savanna.

Evening
Dinner and Relaxation: Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation. You might spot wildlife at nearby waterholes.

Day 2: Tsavo East to Tsavo West National Park
Early Morning
Sunrise Game Drive: Go on an early morning game drive to spot predators like lions and cheetahs before the day heats up.
Breakfast and Check-out: Return for breakfast and prepare to head to Tsavo West.

Mid-Morning
Transfer to Tsavo West: Drive to Tsavo West National Park (about 1-2 hours). Enjoy the scenic drive and watch for wildlife along the way.
Check-in and Lunch: Arrive at your lodge (e.g., Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, Finch Hattons) for lunch.

Afternoon
Visit Mzima Springs: Explore this natural spring that is home to hippos and crocodiles. The underwater viewing chamber provides a unique way to observe them.
Afternoon Game Drive: Continue your game drive, exploring the Shetani Lava Flow and other unique geological features.

Evening
Dinner and Relaxation: Return to the lodge for dinner and a peaceful evening.

Day 3: Tsavo West to Amboseli National Park
Early Morning
Sunrise Game Drive: Set out for a short game drive to catch wildlife during the early hours.
Breakfast and Check-out: Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and check out.

Mid-Morning
Transfer to Amboseli: Drive to Amboseli National Park (about 3 hours), known for its large herds of elephants and unparalleled views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Afternoon
Check-in and Lunch: Arrive at your lodge (e.g., Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, Ol Tukai Lodge) and have lunch.
Afternoon Game Drive: Explore the park’s open plains and marshes. Amboseli is perfect for spotting elephants, lions, cheetahs, and a wide array of birdlife.

Evening
Dinner and Kilimanjaro Views: Return to your lodge for dinner and enjoy the views of Kilimanjaro as you relax.
Day 4: Amboseli to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (Salt Lick Lodge)

Early Morning
Morning Game Drive: Go on a sunrise game drive to take advantage of the best lighting and most active wildlife.
Breakfast and Check-out: Return to your lodge for breakfast and check out.
Mid-Morning

Transfer to Taita Hills Sanctuary: Drive to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (about 2-3 hours). Arrive at Salt Lick Safari Lodge, an iconic lodge on stilts, offering panoramic views of a waterhole.
Check-in and Lunch: Check in and enjoy lunch while watching wildlife at the lodge’s waterhole.
Afternoon

Game Drive in Taita Hills: Explore the sanctuary’s rolling hills and diverse wildlife, including elephants, antelopes, lions, and leopards.
Unique Wildlife Viewing: Spend time at the lodge’s observation decks for an unparalleled view of animals coming to drink at the waterhole.
Evening

Dinner and Night Viewing: Return for dinner and enjoy the night-lit waterhole, where nocturnal animals gather.
Day 5: Taita Hills and Departure
Early Morning

Dawn Game Drive: Embark on an early morning game drive to spot wildlife as they start their day.
Breakfast at the Lodge: Return to Salt Lick for breakfast, followed by some leisure time to take photos and enjoy the lodge’s amenities.
Mid-Morning

Optional Cultural Visit: If time allows, visit a local Taita community to learn about their customs and lifestyle.
Final Game Drive and Check-out: Enjoy a short game drive as you exit the sanctuary.
Afternoon

Departure: Head back to your starting point (Nairobi or Mombasa), taking with you the incredible memories of your safari.
Tips for Your Safari:
Packing Essentials: Comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, sunblock, a hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, binoculars, and a camera with a zoom lens.
Best Time to Visit: The dry seasons (June to October, January to February) provide the best wildlife viewing and clear skies for photography.
Photography: Early mornings and late afternoons offer the best light for photos. Amboseli’s views of Kilimanjaro are particularly spectacular at sunrise.