Private 3-Day Tsavo East & Amboseli Safari from Mombasa

Summary

Family-Friendly Kenya Safari: Tsavo East & Amboseli Tour

You’ll get up close with elephants in Amboseli, spot lions in Tsavo East, and unwind at comfortable lodges—all with private transport from Mombasa. If you want real wildlife moments without crowds or rush, this trip’s got you covered.

What’s the experience like?

The alarm went off before sunrise—always a bit of a shock, but the air outside was cool and smelled faintly of the ocean as we left Mombasa behind. The drive to Tsavo East took about two hours; we watched the sky turn pink over the acacia trees. Our guide, Daniel, pointed out tiny villages along the road and slowed down for herds of goats crossing. By mid-morning, we rolled up to Voi Safari Lodge. I remember the first thing I noticed: vervet monkeys darting around the parking lot, eyeing our snacks.

Lunch was simple but filling—rice, beans, some grilled chicken—and then there was time to just sit on the terrace and watch elephants gather at the waterhole below. Around four, we piled back into the jeep for our first real game drive. The red dust clung to everything; you could taste it if you smiled too wide. We spotted giraffes nibbling on thorn trees and a lioness stretched out in the shade. Back at the lodge after sunset, everyone was tired but buzzing with stories over dinner.

The next day started early again—coffee and mandazi before heading out for one last look at Tsavo’s wildlife. After checkout, it was a long but scenic drive toward Amboseli. The landscape changed slowly; by lunchtime at Kilima Camp, you could see Mount Kilimanjaro peeking through clouds in the distance. In Amboseli’s afternoon light, elephants wandered right past our vehicle, so close you could hear them breathing. We ended up swapping photos with another family by the campfire that night.

On our final morning, we squeezed in one more game drive—lots of zebra and even a shy cheetah off in the grass. After breakfast, we packed up and headed back toward Mombasa. There was a quick stop for lunch at a roadside spot (the chapati was fresh off the pan), then a short visit to Colobus Conservation near Diani Beach before getting dropped off back in town.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Mombasa to Tsavo East Safari

• Depart Mombasa at 5 AM
• Drive 100 km to Tsavo East
• Check in at Voi Safari Lodge or similar
• Lunch and relax
• Game drive until 6:20 PM
• Dinner and overnight at lodge

Day 2 — Tsavo East to Amboseli

• Early breakfast and game drive
• Check out and drive 5 hours to Amboseli
• Check in at Kilima Camp or Aa Lodges
• Lunch and relax
• Game drive until 6:20 PM
• Dinner and overnight at lodge

Day 3 — Amboseli to Mombasa

• Early morning game drive after breakfast
• Check out at 9 AM
• Drive to Mombasa
• Lunch at highway restaurant

Top questions

Is this safari suitable for families with young children?

Yes! Kids can ride in prams or strollers, and infant seats are available if needed. The pace is relaxed enough for families.

Are meals included during the safari?

Meals are included at both lodges—breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are all taken care of during your stay.

Can I request wheelchair accessible transport?

Absolutely—just let us know ahead of time so we can arrange accessible vehicles throughout your safari.

Where do we stay overnight?

You’ll spend nights at two different lodges: Voi Safari Lodge (or similar) in Tsavo East and either Kilima Camp or AA Lodges in Amboseli.

What’s included

Your private safari includes all park entry fees, guided game drives each day, two nights’ accommodation at quality lodges or camps (with meals), comfortable transport from Mombasa (wheelchair accessible if needed), plus a visit to Colobus Conservation on your way back home.