Best for
Classic safari, elephants, landscapes, road safari
Best time
Jun – Oct and Jan – Mar
Location
South-eastern Kenya, between Nairobi and the coast
Landscape
Open plains, lava flows, rocky hills, springs and river systems
Tsavo is one of Kenya's largest and wildest safari ecosystems, made up of Tsavo East and Tsavo West. It is famous for dramatic scenery, excellent wildlife viewing, red-dust elephants, volcanic terrain and an unforgettable sense of scale and remoteness.
Tsavo offers immense space and raw beauty, with two diverse parks to explore. From vast plains and lush springs to ancient hills and the world's longest lava flow, Tsavo is home to huge elephant herds, predators and endless overland adventure in true wilderness.
Famous dust-red elephants roaming the vast Tsavo wilderness.
Lava fields, rocky outcrops, sweeping plains and Mzima Springs.
Fewer crowds, wide-open spaces and a true wilderness feel.
On the ground
Open plains, the Galana River, the Yatta Plateau and classic big-game safari.
Volcanic scenery, Mzima Springs, rocky hills and diverse habitats.
Crystal-clear springs with hippo, crocodile and lush vegetation.
Vast landscapes and dramatic geography unique to Tsavo.
Game drives
Classic game viewing across vast wilderness.
Mzima Springs visit
Explore clear springs, hippo and nature trails.
Sundowners & Bush Breakfasts
Unwind with views and unforgettable moments.
Birdwatching
Discover Tsavo's rich avian diversity.
Scenic road safari
Scenic drives through iconic landscapes.
Fly-camping
Nights out under the stars in remote country.
Wildlife you can expect
Elephant — Massive herds of red-dust elephants roam free.
Lion — Proud predators of Tsavo's wild plains.
Buffalo — Powerful herds across open grasslands.
Giraffe & zebra — Iconic species in vast savanna landscapes.
Leopard — Elusive, and found across the rocky country.
Birdlife — Rich diversity across the two parks.
Where to stay
A few of the properties we book here. Tell us how you like to travel and we will match the camp to the journey.
“Tsavo is about space, not rushing. We choose accommodation by which side of the ecosystem the client wants to explore, because crossing between East and West can take longer than it looks on a map.”
Our View
Out2Safari Safari Expert
Best wildlife viewing, dry tracks and clear blue skies.
Warm, scenic and green, with excellent general safari conditions.
Lush landscapes, dramatic skies and fewer visitors for a more private safari.
Tell us what excites you
Our safari designers will build a tailor-made journey around it — the right camp, the right season and the right pace.
