1½-Day Safari to Tsavo East with Extra Lunch ("Tsavo Light")
1½-Day Safari to Tsavo East with Extra Lunch ("Tsavo Light")
Welcome to an unforgettable adventure with Southern Sky Safaris! Embark on our specially curated "Tsavo Light" safari, designed for those who crave a taste of Kenya’s iconic wilderness within a shorter timeframe. This 1½-day safari promises thrilling game drives, luxurious comfort at the serene Doa-Doa Safari Camp, and delectable meals amidst the heart of Tsavo East National Park.
Itinerary at a Glance
ArrivAL AND AFTERNOON ADVENTURE
SUNRISE SAFARI AND RELAXATION
Extend Your Journey
Arrival and afternoon adventure
07:00 – Scenic Departure from Your Hotel
Start your journey early, enjoying the picturesque drive to Tsavo East National Park. Along the way, pass through quaint villages and expansive landscapes. Your guide will share insights about the history, culture, and wildlife of the region.
12:30 – Arrival at Doa Doa Safari Camp and Lunch
Arrive at the tranquil Doa Doa Safari Camp, where a warm welcome awaits. Settle in and savor a delicious lunch prepared with fresh, local ingredients. The serene ambiance of the camp sets the tone for your safari adventure.
15:30 – Afternoon Game Drive in Tsavo East
Head into Tsavo East National Park for your first exciting game drive. Explore the vast savannahs and iconic red-dusted landscapes, home to diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more. Capture stunning photographs as your guide expertly navigates the park’s wildlife hotspots.
19:30 – Dinner and Overnight at Doa Doa Camp or Similar
Return to the camp after your adventure. Freshen up and enjoy a sumptuous dinner under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness. Retire to your cozy accommodations, ready for another day of exploration.
Sunrise safari and relaxation
06:00 – Early Morning Game Drive
Wake up early for a magical sunrise game drive. The morning is one of the best times to spot predators returning from their night hunts and herbivores grazing in the golden light. Your guide will help you uncover the park’s hidden gems.
08:30 – Breakfast at Doa Doa Camp
Return to the camp and enjoy a hearty breakfast, a perfect way to recharge after your morning adventure.
Mid-Morning Leisure or Optional Activities
Spend some time relaxing at the camp or choose from optional activities:
- Guided nature walk around the camp.
- Cultural interaction with nearby communities (subject to availability).
12:30 – Lunch at Doa Doa Camp
Indulge in another delightful lunch featuring a mix of Kenyan and international dishes. Relish the tranquil surroundings as you dine.
14:00 – Departure for Your Hotel
Bid farewell to Doa Doa Camp and begin your return journey. Reflect on your safari experience as you drive back, arriving at your hotel in the early evening.
Optional Upgrades and Add-Ons:
1 Private 4x4 Jeep Safari Upgrade: Enjoy enhanced comfort, elevated views, and better access to less-traveled areas of the park.
2 Photography Assistance: Add a professional wildlife photographer to capture your safari moments.
3 Extended Safari Option: Extend your trip with an additional night to explore Tsavo East further or add a visit to nearby Tsavo West.
4 Special Sundowner: Enjoy a sundowner experience with drinks and snacks at a scenic spot in the park.
5 Cultural Stop: Include a visit to a local village to learn about Swahili culture and purchase handcrafted souvenirs.
Package Highlights:
• Accommodations: Doa Doa Safari Camp or similar, offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.
• Meals: All meals included (2 lunches, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner).
• Safari Experience: Expert-guided game drives with chances to see iconic wildlife.
Your Journey
Climate Charts
Your Accommodations
Hotels hand selected by A&K for an unmatched experience.
Hemingways Nairobi
Exclusive boutique, all-suite hotel, located near Nairobi National Park.
Tawi Lodge
Thirteen cottages, each with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro, on a private reserve.
Sanctuary Swala
Twelve elegant pavilions near a waterhole, with panoramic vistas.
Gibb's Farm
Travel + Leisure World’s Best boutique inn featuring modern amenities.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Amazing lodge set deep within Serengeti National Park.
Sanctuary Olonana
Superb luxury safari lodge with 14 spacious suites with king-size beds.
CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2023 WINNER
Sanctuary Olonana voted one of the best resorts in the world
View Image GalleryPrices are in USD, including internal air, per person, double occupancy
Victoria Falls Pre-Tour Extension
Experience epic Victoria Falls from both sides, and stay in a luxurious tree house beside the Zambezi River in Zambia.
4 days from $4,645 per person
Single Supplement from $895 per person
Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $1,950 value)
Johannesburg/Livingstone/Nairobi
Jun-Aug; Priced from $4,945 | Single Supplement $1,195
Oct; Priced from $4,645 | Single Supplement $895
Available to add to select departure dates.
See Dates & Prices for details
Arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa, and transfer to your hotel.
Arrive in Livingstone, Zambia. Continue to your luxury tree house beside the Zambezi River. Then, enjoy lunch. For two days, take advantage of the activities on offer, such as game drives in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Walk on both sides of Victoria Falls — in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Meet the residents of a local village supported by A&K Philanthropy.
Fly to Entebbe. Enjoy use of a dayroom until your flight departs.
Uganda Post-Tour Extension
Encounter endangered mountain gorillas up close during your trek into lush Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
4 days from $5,545 per person
Single Supplement from $1,095 per person
Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $1,250 value)
Nairobi/Entebbe/Bwindi/Entebbe
Jun, Oct 16-31; Priced from $5,545 | Single Supplement $1,095
Jul-Oct 15; Priced from $6,245 | Single Supplement $1,195
Gorilla permits (valued at $800) are included in the journey price, paid at time of deposit and non-refundable.
Available to add to select departure dates.
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Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, and transfer to your tranquil hotel.
Fly to your tented campsite in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Visit a nursing school supported by A&K Philanthropy. The next day, set out for an up-close encounter with endangered mountain gorillas.
Fly to Entebbe. Enjoy use of a dayroom until your flight departs.
Add a Night in Nairobi Before Your Journey Begins
2 days from $1,095 per person
Single Supplement from $375 per person
Price includes $100 per adult for increases in Kenya park fees.
Arrive in Nairobi, where you are met by an Abercrombie & Kent representative and escorted to your hotel.
Meet your guide and depart on an excursion to view remarkable African species in two special settings. Visit the Giraffe Center, where you may hand-feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes from a platform that brings you to eye level with these majestic giants, who gently snatch food with their long blue tongues. At the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, watch young elephants at play with attentive keepers, who explain the process of reintroducing the elephants into the wild. Continue to the Oloolua Forest, once a hiding place for the Mau Mau Freedom Fighters during the war for independence but today a tranquil respite from the city. Here you enjoy an A&K-exclusive forest folklore stories experience, listening to tales handed down from one generation to the next, followed by lunch. Afterwards, relive a small part of Kenya’s colorful history at the Karen Blixen Museum located in her former home, Mbogani House, made famous by the film Out of Africa. Continue to the innovative Ocean Sole workshop to see how recycled flip-flops are transformed into incredible works of art. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure and begin The Great Migration Safari in Style.
Explore Dubai: Stopover Package
3 days from $2,495 per person
Single Supplement from $1,695 per person
Take advantage of an incredible opportunity to spend two nights in Dubai before or after your journey.
Taj Dubai from $2,495 | Single Supplement from $1,695
Atlantis The Royal from $2,995 | Single Supplement from $2,395
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai from $3,395 | Single Supplement from $2,495
International air not included.
Fly to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and check in to your luxury hotel. Discover the best of this dazzling city, viewing its remarkable architecture; visiting the Spice Market and the colorful shops at Deira Gold Souk; and ascending the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest skyscraper. On the last day, continue on to your journey or board your flight home.
Your Journey
Climate Charts
Your Accommodations
Hotels hand selected by A&K for an unmatched experience.
Hemingways Nairobi
Exclusive boutique, all-suite hotel, located near Nairobi National Park.
Tawi Lodge
Thirteen cottages, each with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro, on a private reserve.
Sanctuary Swala
Twelve elegant pavilions near a waterhole, with panoramic vistas.
Gibb's Farm
Travel + Leisure World’s Best boutique inn featuring modern amenities.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Amazing lodge set deep within Serengeti National Park.
Sanctuary Olonana
Superb luxury safari lodge with 14 spacious suites with king-size beds.
CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2023 WINNER
Sanctuary Olonana voted one of the best resorts in the world
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Travel Privately with A&K | This itinerary is available as a private journey, Private Great Migration Safari.