During your stay in Mombasa, it is possible to enjoy short 'taster' safaris. The safari's that we feature include Tsavo East and West and Amboseli National Park which is at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Tsavo and Amboseli can be reached within a couple of hours from our Mombasa Beach Hotels. They range from one to three nights, The Tsavo Aruba and Tsavo Explorer Safari's are suitable for children.
For prices and further information, please call one of our specialist consultants on 01235 552 500.
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Taster Safaris
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The safari accommodation varies from itinerary to itinerary. Please see below for full details.
These exciting short taster safari's can be combined with any of our luxury Mombasa Beach Hotels.
Aruba Explorer - 1 night safari
Ashnil Aruba Lodge is situated above the Aruba Dam, one of several watering holes in the vicinity which attract game. Here there are herds of buffaloes, zebras, reticulated giraffes and a myriad of birds.
The lodge has been designed to offer a comfortable yet affordable stay. The main guest area is shaded by a canopy of acacia trees and consists of a lounge area, dining area, bar, ice cream parlour and decking with a view of the dam. There are 40 rooms with interconnecting rooms for families and two designed for disabled guests.
Guided nature walks in the wilderness bring you close to nature. Discover various flora and fauna specific to the park. The in-house naturalist is always available with more information in relation to the Aruba Dam, the animals, vegetation or any news. Get to know about the African way of life during cultural talks, and if you wish, join the dancers moving to harmonious African music.
DAY 1 TSAVO EAST:
Depart from Mombasa early in the morning and drive to Tsavo East National Park arriving for lunch (170 kms). Afternoon game drive. (D)
Overnight: Ashnil Aruba Lodge
DAY 2 RETURN:
Enjoy an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Later return to Mombasa arriving early afternoon.
*Children's discounts available on request.
The Tsavo Explorer - 2 night safari
An introduction to one of the world's largest game sanctuaries, the Tsavo National Park, home to an array of bird and animal species.
DAY 1 THURSDAY - MOMBASA-TSAVO EAST:
Leave Mombasa after breakfast at your beach hotel and drive to Tsavo East (160-210 km depending on which beach hotel you select). Lunch is followed by an afternoon game drive. (l,d) Overnight: Ashnil Aruba Lodge.
DAY 2 FRIDAY - TSAVO WEST:
After an early breakfast drive the 120 km to Tsavo West. Surrounded by the Chyulu Hills & Pare Mountains, the park boasts incredibly diverse scenery. Lunch is followed by an afternoon game drive which usually includes a visit to Mzima Springs. (b,l,d)
Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge.
DAY 3 SATURDAY - TSAVO WEST-MOMBASA
After an early breakfast drive 310-360 km back to Mombasa. (b)
The Tsavo Safari - 2 night safari
Tsavo East is famous for its large number of elephants and spectacular herds of buffalos which roam across this open savannah. The Taita Hills are known for their moist forests with a unique fauna and flora.
DAY 1 TUESDAY - MOMBASA - TSAVO EAST
Met on arrival in Mombasa then depart for Tsavo East National Park, through Bachuma Gate (170 kms approximately 3 hours). The Park is home to elephants, lions, buffalos, zebras, cheetahs and giraffes, as well as a host of other animals! You will visit Aruba Dam, one of the best places to see elephants and lions. Lunch will be at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive, before returning to the Lodge for dinner and overnight. (l,d)
DAY 2 WEDNESDAY - TAITA HILLS
Early morning game drive, and return to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast depart from Ashnil Aruba and drive towards Taita Hills Game Sanctuary (120 kms approximately 2 hours 30 minutes). Arrive at Taita Hills Lodge for registration and lunch. After lunch proceed to Saltlick Lodge for check-in. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Saltlick Lodge. (b,l,d)
DAY 3 THURSDAY - MOMBASA
Early morning game drive, breakfast, then return to your coastal hotel (220 kms approximately 5 hours 30 minutes). (b)
Parks and Peaks - 3 night safari
An excellent opportunity to combine a visit to Kenya's largest national park, Tsavo, with Amboseli, considered by Hemingway to be the very essence of Africa.
DAY 1 FRIDAY - MOMBASA-TSAVO WEST:
After breakfast leave your beach hotel in Mombasa and drive to Tsavo National Park (200-220 km depending on which beach hotel you're staying in). Lunch is followed by an afternoon game drive which usually includes a visit to Mzima Springs, famed for its hippos and crocodiles. (b,l,d) Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge.
DAY 2 SATURDAY - AMBOSELI:
After an early breakfast drive the 220 km to Amboseli. Lunch is followed by an afternoon game drive. (b,l,d) Overnight: Amboseli Serena Lodge.
DAY 3 SUNDAY - TSAVO EAST:
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, drive to Tsavo East National Park. Lunch at Ashnil Aruba Lodge followed by an afternoon game drive. (b,l,d) Overnight: Ashnil Aruba Lodge.
DAY 4 MONDAY - TSAVO-MOMBASA:
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, drive 170-200 km back to your beach hotel in Mombasa. (b)
*Children aged 7 and below are not permitted on this safari.
Destinations
Travelled on The Great Migration African Safari Holidays itinerary Dear Leanne, we are just dropping you a line to let you know that we had the most wonderful time and the holiday was fantastic. We had a guide all to ourselves the whole time , who was absolutely marvellous and very knowledgeable. The lodges were wonderful and the service was excellent. The Kirawira Tented Camp was out of this world, very luxurious. My only gripe was that our small aircraft flight from the Mara was at 11.00am and our flight home was 11.45pm and we were concerned what we would do with 12 hrs in Nairobi airport. However we were met at the airport and taken to Somack house in the centre of Nairobi, given lunch and the use of washrooms and offered excursions that we could take to fill the time till we flew. We opted to explore the city and they dropped us off and collected us later on at no extra cost which was great. We saw loads, far more than we expected. We even saw the migration of wilderbeast, thousands upon thousands ran right past us it was the most amazing experience. Again thank you for all your help and it was a fantastic trip.
The Kili Safari and The Neptune Pwani Beach Resort Dear Vicky, We are just back from our holiday in Africa and I am very pleased to let you know that we had the time of our life. The safari and the beach holiday complemented each other very well. All the accomodations were superb and food to very high standard. Everywhere the staff was very friendly but also very professional. For the transfers we were met on time by the different representatives and felt welcome. I could continue on for a long time with praise. But everything started a few months ago when I rang you. You gave me plenty of your time to choose the best options for me. You were always ready to advise and contactable. So from both of us a big thank you for an extremely enjoyable holiday.
