5-Day Amboseli, Tsavo West & Salt Lick Luxury Safari

5-Day Amboseli, Tsavo West & Salt Lick Luxury Safari

5 Days

Experience Kenya’s diverse landscapes and stunning wildlife on this luxurious 5-day safari through Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, and the unique Salt Lick Game Lodge. This safari combines incredible scenery, high-end lodges, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Amboseli offers stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large elephant herds, while Tsavo West’s rugged terrain reveals lava flows, rhinos, and big cats. At Salt Lick Lodge, you’ll have the unique experience of staying in elevated rooms that overlook a waterhole, offering wildlife sightings from the comfort of your suite.

Trip Highlights:

  • Observe Amboseli’s majestic elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro as a breathtaking backdrop.
  • Explore Tsavo West’s diverse landscapes, including the Shetani Lava Flows and Mzima Springs.
  • Stay at the luxurious Salt Lick Lodge, renowned for its elevated rooms overlooking a busy waterhole.
  • Enjoy private game drives in luxury 4×4 vehicles, led by expert guides.
  • Relax in high-end accommodations offering unparalleled comfort and service.

Itinerary

Begin your luxury safari with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park, arriving just in time for a morning game drive. Amboseli, famed for its large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro, offers a stunning start to your journey.

Lunch:
Arrive at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or Ol Tukai Lodge for a gourmet lunch with breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro from the lodge’s terrace. Both lodges offer luxurious accommodations with a blend of African style and modern comfort.

Afternoon Game Drive:
Head out for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and a variety of bird species against the stunning backdrop of Kilimanjaro. Your guide will take you to some of the park’s best viewpoints for photo opportunities.

Evening Meal:
Return to your lodge for a delicious dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and a mix of international and Swahili flavors. Enjoy dining under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

Accommodation:
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or Ol Tukai Lodge, both offering luxury suites with views of the savanna and Kilimanjaro.

Begin your day with an early morning game drive to catch the animals at their most active. Amboseli’s elephants are frequently seen moving through the grasslands, and early mornings offer stunning light for photography.

Breakfast:
Return to the lodge for a luxurious breakfast buffet with a range of local and international dishes.

Late Morning Game Drive:
After breakfast, enjoy a mid-morning game drive focusing on Amboseli’s unique landscapes and other resident wildlife like zebras, wildebeests, and baboons. Stop by Observation Hill for panoramic views over the park.

Lunch and Leisure Time:
Return to the lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon at leisure. Take a refreshing dip in the pool, relax on your private balcony, or indulge in a spa treatment with views of the savanna.

Evening Game Drive:
Finish the day with an evening game drive, where your guide will help you spot Amboseli’s elusive predators, including lions and cheetahs.

Evening Meal:
Enjoy a fine dining experience back at the lodge, paired with premium wines and a menu that highlights African flavors.

Accommodation:
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or Ol Tukai Lodge.

After breakfast, drive to Tsavo West National Park, known for its stunning landscapes, including the Shetani Lava Flows, Chyulu Hills, and Mzima Springs. This unique park offers a contrasting experience to Amboseli, with rugged volcanic terrain and diverse wildlife habitats.

Lunch at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge:
Arrive at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, set within the park with panoramic views of waterholes frequented by wildlife. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch on the terrace, with opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, and zebras nearby.

Afternoon Game Drive in Tsavo West:
Explore Tsavo West on an afternoon game drive, visiting Mzima Springs to observe hippos and crocodiles through an underwater viewing area. Continue your exploration along the Shetani Lava Flows, a dramatic expanse of black lava from a volcanic eruption centuries ago.

Evening Meal:
Return to Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge for a gourmet dinner with views over the waterhole, where wildlife often gathers in the evening.

Accommodation:
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, a luxury lodge with spacious rooms, open-air dining, and views over a waterhole.

Enjoy a final morning game drive in Tsavo West, visiting some of the park’s lesser-known spots for sightings of elephants, rhinos, and unique bird species. Capture the breathtaking views of the park’s volcanic landscapes.

Lunch at Salt Lick Game Lodge:
Transfer to Salt Lick Game Lodge, a unique lodge built on stilts overlooking a waterhole that attracts elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife throughout the day. The elevated suites offer an unparalleled view of animals as they gather to drink.

Afternoon at Leisure and Waterhole Viewing:
Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge, where you can watch wildlife from your room or the lodge’s viewing areas. Salt Lick’s unique design allows guests to get close to the animals without disturbing them, making it perfect for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Evening Meal:
Enjoy a delicious dinner in the lodge’s dining area, with views of the waterhole and African plains. The lodge offers a fine selection of international and Swahili-inspired dishes.

Accommodation:
Salt Lick Game Lodge, offering luxury stilted rooms with panoramic views over a waterhole for an unforgettable safari experience.

Morning Game Drive and Farewell Breakfast:
Wake up for a final morning game drive or relax at the lodge while watching the morning activity at the waterhole. Afterward, enjoy a farewell breakfast at Salt Lick Lodge, soaking in the last moments of your safari experience.

Drive Back to Nairobi:
Begin your journey back to Nairobi, reflecting on the stunning landscapes and wildlife encounters of your luxury safari.

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5-Day Amboseli, Tsavo West & Salt Lick Luxury Safari