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Getting to Tsavo East and Tsavo West Tsavo lies between Nairobi and the Kenyan coast and can be reached by road, train or light aircraft. Journey times vary…
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Welcome to Tsavo
Home to red elephants and large open spaces
ABOUT THE DESTINATION
Tsavo National Park
Tsavo National Park is divided into Tsavo East and Tsavo West, together forming one of the largest protected wilderness areas in Kenya. Tsavo East is known for its vast open plains, dramatic red earth and famous “red elephants”, coloured by the park’s iron-rich soil. Highlights include the Galana River, Lugard Falls, Mudanda Rock and the immense Yatta Plateau. Its open landscapes make wildlife easier to spot, with elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes and many other species found across this wonderfully wild park.
Tsavo West is greener, hillier and more dramatic, with volcanic landscapes, rocky ridges, lava flows and natural springs. Mzima Springs is one of its best-known attractions, where crystal-clear water supports hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife. Other highlights include the Shetani Lava Flow, Chaimu Crater and excellent views towards Mount Kilimanjaro. Wildlife can sometimes be harder to spot among the thicker vegetation, but the scenery, variety of habitats and quieter atmosphere make Tsavo West especially rewarding to explore.
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GETTING to Tsavo
HOW MANY nights?
How Long Should You Stay? Tsavo East: A minimum of two nights is recommended. Three nights are better for exploring the Galana River, Lugard Falls and the more…
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Tsavo East and Tsavo West Park Fees The following conservation fees apply to both Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks. Park fees are charged per person (and…
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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Tsavo National Park
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One of Africa’s greatest wilderness areas
Tsavo East and Tsavo West together form an immense protected landscape, offering a genuine sense of space, freedom and wilderness.
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The famous red elephants of Tsavo
Tsavo is renowned for its large elephant herds, which often appear red after covering themselves in the parks’ iron-rich soil.
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Two very different parks in one safari
Tsavo East offers open plains, red earth and easier wildlife viewing, while Tsavo West has greener vegetation, volcanic hills, natural springs and dramatic viewpoints.
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Exceptional scenery and wildlife
Visitors can search for the Big Five while exploring attractions such as Mzima Springs, Lugard Falls, Mudanda Rock, the Galana River, Shetani Lava Flow and Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary.
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Perfect for a bush-and-beach holiday
Tsavo is easily combined with Diani, Mombasa, Watamu or Malindi, making it one of Kenya’s best choices for a safari followed by time at the coast.
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The Reserve
- Country
- Kenya
- Coordinates
- -3.08°, 38.47°
- Time zone
- GMT+3
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