3 Days Tsavo East & Salt Lick Safari from Nairobi

3 Days

Experience an unforgettable 3-day safari through Tsavo East National Park and Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, staying at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge while enjoying exciting game drives and exceptional wildlife viewing.

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Why Choose This Safari?

Visit two exceptional wildlife destinations in one trip. Stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge overlooking a busy waterhole. Excellent chances to see elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and zebras. Enjoy professionally guided game drives in a comfortable safari vehicle. Perfect for short holidays, weekend getaways, and first-time visitors to Kenya. Flexible accommodation options to suit different budgets.

Wildlife You May See

African Elephants Lions Leopards Cheetahs African Buffaloes Maasai Giraffes Zebras Elands Impalas Waterbucks Dik-diks Warthogs Hyenas Ostriches Secretary Birds Eagles More than 300 bird species

Two elephants drinking at a waterhole in a vivid African landscape with a mountain backdrop.

Best Time to Visit

This safari is available throughout the year.

  • June–October: Excellent wildlife viewing during the dry season.
  • January–March: Warm weather with great game viewing.
  • April–May & November–December: Lush landscapes, fewer visitors, and rewarding birdwatching opportunities.

Call to Action

Book your 3 Days Tsavo East & Salt Lick Safari with Dark Berry Adventures and experience Kenya’s spectacular wildlife, the legendary red elephants of Tsavo East, and an unforgettable stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge. Contact us today for a personalized quote and let us help you plan your perfect safari adventure.

Optional Experiences

Enhance your safari with one or more of these optional add-ons:

  • Guided night game drive in Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (subject to availability)
  • Visit to a local Taita community (on request)
  • Professional wildlife photography experience
  • Additional night at Salt Lick Safari Lodge
  • Beach extension to Diani, Watamu, or Mombasa
  • Nairobi city tour before or after your safari

Travel Tip: Pack lightweight, neutral-colored clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, binoculars, and a camera. Early mornings and evenings can be cool, so a light jacket is recommended.

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Safari at a Glance

DayDestinationActivitiesOvernight
Day 1Nairobi → Tsavo East National ParkScenic drive, game drive, visit Aruba DamTsavo East
Day 2Tsavo East → Taita Hills Wildlife SanctuaryMorning game drive, transfer, afternoon game driveSalt Lick Safari Lodge
Day 3Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary → NairobiSunrise game drive, return to Nairobi

Tour Description

Escape Nairobi and discover two of Kenya’s most remarkable wildlife destinations on this 3 Days Tsavo East & Salt Lick Safari. This carefully planned safari combines the expansive landscapes of Tsavo East National Park with the exclusive wildlife experiences of Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the renowned Salt Lick Safari Lodge.

Begin your adventure in Tsavo East, one of Kenya’s largest national parks, where vast open plains, baobab trees, seasonal rivers, and the famous red elephants create an unforgettable safari experience. The park is home to lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and hundreds of bird species, making every game drive exciting and unique.

Continue to the picturesque Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a private conservation area known for its rich biodiversity and peaceful surroundings. Here you’ll stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge, one of Africa’s most photographed safari lodges. Built on stilts above a natural waterhole, the lodge offers exceptional opportunities to observe elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife visiting to drink—often without leaving the comfort of your room or the viewing deck.

With expertly guided game drives, comfortable accommodations, and breathtaking scenery, this safari is ideal for couples, families, photographers, and anyone seeking an unforgettable short escape into Kenya’s wilderness.

Trip Highlights

  • 🦁 Explore the vast wilderness of Tsavo East National Park
  • 🐘 Spot Tsavo East's famous red elephants and diverse wildlife
  • 🏨 Stay at the world-famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge, overlooking a busy waterhole
  • 📸 Watch wildlife from the lodge's elevated viewing decks
  • 🚙 Exciting morning and afternoon game drives
  • 🦓 Visit the beautiful Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
  • 🦒 Excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and antelopes
  • 🌅 Enjoy spectacular African sunrise and sunset views
  • 🚐 Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
  • 👨‍✈️ Guided by a professional and experienced safari driver-guide

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3 Days Tsavo East & Salt Lick Safari from Nairobi
From $760
/ Adult
From $395
/ Child