This short yet captivating safari takes you from the coastal calm of Diani Beach into the vast wilderness of Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest and most iconic wildlife reserves. Characterized by sweeping red-earth plains, ancient African Sausage & Acacia trees, and abundant wildlife, Tsavo East offers a classic safari atmosphere. Your stay at Sentrim Tsavo East safari Camp/ Ashnil Aruba Safari Camp, perched above a natural waterhole, allows you to observe animals gathering right from the lodge, making this brief escape both immersive and unforgettable.
Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, Nyali, Airport
Pick-up from your Diani Beach hotel at 7:30 AM, followed by a scenic drive inland for approximately 2½–3 hours.
Enter Tsavo East National Park through Bachuma Gate and immediately begin a game drive (1 ½ hours game drive), navigating expansive plains dotted with acacia and towering African Sausage trees. Wildlife sightings may include large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and diverse birdlife.
Proceed to Sentrim Tsavo East safari Camp/ Ashnil Aruba Safari Camp for lunch and check-in at 11:30 AM. The lodge’s elevated position offers sweeping views over the surrounding plains and a busy waterhole below. After lunch, relax and enjoy wildlife sightings from the lodge.
At 4:00 PM, depart for an evening game drive, returning to the lodge by 6:00 PM (2 hours game drive) as the sky glows with sunset colors.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sentrim/Ashnil Aruba
Begin the day with an early morning game drive (6.00 am 2 hours game drive) in Tsavo East, when wildlife is most active and the golden morning light enhances the beauty of the landscape. Return to the lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, depart with an en route game drive (2 hours game drive) as you exit Tsavo East.
Your return journey to Diani Beach, will have a stop at the Kilimanjaro Restaurant and curio Shop for lunch. Arriving at Diani Beach approximately between 3:00 – 4.00 PM, marking the end of your safari experience.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
