5 Days bush to beach Kenya Safari: Amboseli (2 Nights)– Tsavo West (1 Night) – Tsavo East (1 Night) then SGR drop-off to Mombasa
Safari Overview
Experience the ultimate 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari with Adeli Kenya Safaris, combining Kenya’s iconic wildlife destinations with a seamless transfer to the beautiful Kenyan Coast. This carefully crafted itinerary takes you through Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, and Tsavo East National Park before concluding with a comfortable SGR Madaraka Express train journey to Mombasa. It is the perfect safari for travelers planning to continue their holiday to Mombasa, Diani Beach, Watamu, Malindi, Kilifi, or Vipingo.
Witness Africa’s legendary wildlife, including the Big Five (excluding rhino in Amboseli), large elephant herds, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species. Admire the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, discover the volcanic landscapes and crystal-clear springs of Tsavo West, and explore the vast open plains of Tsavo East, home to the famous red elephants. Your adventure concludes with a relaxing SGR train ride from Voi to Mombasa, where you can begin your unforgettable Kenya beach holiday.
Safari Highlights
- Pickup from Nairobi hotel, residence, or JKIA
- 2 nights in Amboseli National Park
- 1 night in Tsavo West National Park
- 1 night in Tsavo East National Park
- Spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro
- Big Five wildlife viewing
- Visit to Mzima Springs
- Explore Shetani Lava Flow
- Experience the famous red elephants of Tsavo
- Unlimited photography opportunities
- Optional Maasai village visit
- Scenic SGR Madaraka Express train journey to Mombasa
- Drop-off at Mombasa Terminus with onward transfer arrangements available
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Customized 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
Detailed Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Distance: Approx. 240 km
Driving Time: 4–5 Hours
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). After a short safari briefing, depart for Amboseli National Park via the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway.
Arrive in Amboseli in time for lunch at your selected safari lodge or luxury tented camp.
After some relaxation, head out for your first afternoon game drive. Amboseli is internationally renowned for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. During the drive, search for lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, hyenas, jackals, and numerous bird species.
Return to your lodge before sunset.
Dinner and Overnight: Amboseli.
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wake early to enjoy breathtaking sunrise views of Mount Kilimanjaro before setting off on a full-day game drive.
Explore various ecosystems including:
- Observation Hill
- Amboseli Swamps
- Open Savannah
- Seasonal Lake Amboseli
- Acacia Woodlands
Wildlife commonly seen includes:
- African elephants
- Lions
- Cheetahs
- Buffaloes
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Wildebeest
- Waterbucks
- Hippos
- Ostriches
- Secretary birds
- Crowned cranes
- Pelicans
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Optional Activity:
- Maasai Village Cultural Visit (extra cost)
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Amboseli – Tsavo West National Park
Distance: Approx. 110 km
Driving Time: 3–4 Hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a short morning game drive while exiting Amboseli before driving to Tsavo West National Park.
Upon arrival, enjoy an en-route game drive to your lodge.
After lunch, visit some of Tsavo West’s famous attractions including:
Mzima Springs
Watch crystal-clear spring water flowing from underground while observing hippos, crocodiles, tilapia, and numerous water birds.
Shetani Lava Flow
Explore the dramatic volcanic lava fields formed centuries ago.
Continue searching for:
- Leopards
- Lions
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Rhinos (Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary area)
- Lesser kudu
- Gerenuks
- Klipspringers
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 4: Tsavo West – Tsavo East National Park
Distance: Approx. 120 km
Driving Time: 3 Hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Following breakfast, enjoy an early morning game drive before departing for Tsavo East National Park.
Enter through one of the park gates and enjoy an en-route game drive to your lodge.
After lunch, embark on an afternoon safari exploring Tsavo East’s vast open plains.
Highlights include:
- Famous Red Elephants
- Aruba Dam
- Yatta Plateau
- Galana River
- Lions
- Cheetahs
- Giraffes
- Buffaloes
- Zebras
- Lesser Kudu
- Waterbucks
- Crocodiles
Enjoy spectacular African sunsets before returning to your lodge.
Dinner and overnight in Tsavo East.
Day 5: Tsavo East – Voi SGR Station – Mombasa
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy an early morning game drive before returning to the lodge for breakfast.
Check out and proceed with a final en-route game drive as you exit Tsavo East National Park.
Drive to Voi SGR Railway Station where you will board the Madaraka Express train to Mombasa.
Relax and enjoy the scenic journey across Tsavo landscapes before arriving at the Mombasa Terminus.
Upon arrival, Adeli Kenya Safaris can arrange transfers (optional or included, depending on your package) to:
- Mombasa Hotels
- Nyali Beach
- Bamburi Beach
- Shanzu Beach
- Diani Beach
- Watamu
- Malindi
- Kilifi
Your unforgettable Bush to Beach Safari concludes upon arrival at your preferred coastal destination.
Accommodation Options
Budget
Amboseli
- Kimana Camp
- Nyati Safari Camp
Tsavo West
- Ngulia Safari Lodge
Tsavo East
- Voi Safari Lodge
- Lion Hill Lodge
Mid-Range
Amboseli
- Kibo Safari Camp
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- AA Lodge Amboseli
Tsavo West
- Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
- Voyager Ziwani Camp
Tsavo East
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge
- Sentrim Tsavo
Luxury
Amboseli
- Ol Tukai Lodge
- Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
- Tawi Lodge
- Elewana Tortilis Camp
Tsavo West
- Finch Hattons Luxury Camp
- Severin Safari Camp
Tsavo East
- Satao Camp
- Ashnil Aruba Lodge (Premium Rooms)
| Economy | Comfort | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pax | 1490 | 1590 | 1740 |
| 4 Pax | 1160 | 1260 | 1405 |
| 6 Pax | 1050 | 1150 | 1300 |
| SRS | 120 | 90 | 95 |
| Economy | Comfort | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pax | 1560 | 1665 | 1840 |
| 4 Pax | 1255 | 1320 | 1495 |
| 6 Pax | 1140 | 1205 | 1380 |
| SRS | 120 | 110 | 405 |
| Economy | Comfort | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pax | 1630 | 1730 | 1990 |
| 4 Pax | 1270 | 1370 | 1630 |
| 6 Pax | 1150 | 1250 | 1510 |
| SRS | 120 | 130 | 365 |
Child Policy
• Children below 3 years: Complimentary (sharing room with parents/guardians).
• Children aged 3–11 years: Pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing a room with two adults.
• Children in own room: Charged per person rate
Package Includes
- Pickup from Nairobi hotel or JKIA
- Transport in customized 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 4 nights accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- Daily game drives
- Bottled drinking water
- Park entrance fees (if included in selected package)
- SGR ticket from Voi to Mombasa (if included in selected package)
- Drop-off at Mombasa Terminus
Package Excludes
- International flights
- Kenya Visa (where applicable)
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional Maasai village visit
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Beach accommodation after arrival in Mombasa
Best Time to Travel
This safari is available throughout the year, with the best wildlife viewing during:
- June–October: Peak dry season with excellent game viewing.
- January–March: Clear skies, warm temperatures, and superb visibility of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- November–December: Green season offering lush scenery, fewer crowds, and exceptional birdwatching.
Why Choose Adeli Kenya Safaris?
- Expert local safari guides
- Tailor-made safari itineraries
- Modern 4×4 Land Cruisers
- Carefully selected safari lodges and camps
- Competitive pricing with no hidden costs
- Reliable safari-to-coast logistics
- Flexible departures throughout the year
- Personalized service from inquiry to the end of your journey
This 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari: Amboseli (2 Nights) – Tsavo West (1 Night) – Tsavo East (1 Night) – SGR to Mombasa is one of the best Kenya safari itineraries for travelers seeking an authentic wildlife adventure followed by a relaxing beach escape along Kenya’s spectacular Indian Ocean coastline.
AQs for the 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari: Amboseli (2 Nights) – Tsavo West (1 Night) – Tsavo East (1 Night) – SGR Transfer to Mombasa
1. What is included in the 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari from Nairobi to Mombasa?
The 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari with Adeli Kenya Safaris includes pickup in Nairobi, transport in a customized 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser, professional safari guide, four nights’ accommodation, meals as per the itinerary, exciting game drives in Amboseli, Tsavo West, and Tsavo East National Parks, bottled drinking water, and an SGR train transfer from Voi to Mombasa (depending on your selected package).
2. Which national parks are visited during the 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari?
This Kenya safari visits Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, and Tsavo East National Park before concluding with an SGR transfer to Mombasa and Kenya’s beautiful Indian Ocean beaches.
3. Why is Amboseli National Park included in this safari?
Amboseli National Park is famous for its large elephant herds, incredible wildlife, spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, excellent birdwatching, and some of the best wildlife photography opportunities in Africa.
4. What makes Tsavo West National Park unique?
Tsavo West National Park is known for its volcanic landscapes, Mzima Springs, Shetani Lava Flow, Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, scenic hills, and diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and hippos.
5. Why should I visit Tsavo East National Park?
Tsavo East National Park is renowned for its vast wilderness, famous red elephants, Aruba Dam, Yatta Plateau, Galana River, excellent predator sightings, and spectacular African sunsets.
6. Which animals can I see during this Kenya Bush to Beach Safari?
You may encounter elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas, jackals, impalas, waterbucks, elands, gazelles, ostriches, and more than 500 bird species across the three parks.
7. Can I see the Big Five during this 5 Days Kenya Safari?
Yes. You have an excellent chance of seeing four of the Big Five in Amboseli and Tsavo, while rhino sightings are possible in protected areas such as the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary in Tsavo West.
8. Is Mount Kilimanjaro visible during the safari?
Yes. Amboseli National Park offers some of the best panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, especially during clear mornings and late afternoons.
9. How many game drives are included in the safari?
The itinerary includes multiple game drives across all three parks, including afternoon, full-day, morning, and en-route game drives for maximum wildlife viewing opportunities.
10. Is the SGR train included in the Bush to Beach Safari?
Yes. Depending on your selected package, the safari includes a scenic Madaraka Express SGR train journey from Voi to Mombasa, providing a comfortable and relaxing transfer to the Kenyan coast.
11. Can I continue to Diani Beach after arriving in Mombasa?
Absolutely. Adeli Kenya Safaris can arrange onward transfers to Diani Beach, one of Kenya’s most popular coastal destinations, after your arrival at Mombasa Terminus.
12. Can I extend my holiday to Watamu or Malindi?
Yes. The safari can be extended with beach stays in Watamu, Malindi, Kilifi, Nyali, Bamburi, or other coastal destinations.
13. What type of safari vehicle is used?
You will travel in a customized 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, offering excellent comfort, wildlife viewing, and photography opportunities.
14. Is this Bush to Beach Safari suitable for families?
Yes. The itinerary is family-friendly and can be customized with child-friendly accommodations and flexible game drive schedules.
15. Is this safari recommended for honeymoon couples?
Yes. The combination of spectacular wildlife, luxury safari lodges, and a relaxing beach extension makes it one of Kenya’s most popular honeymoon safari packages.
16. What accommodation options are available?
Travelers can choose from budget camps, mid-range safari lodges, luxury tented camps, and exclusive safari lodges in Amboseli, Tsavo West, and Tsavo East.
17. Can I customize the 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari itinerary?
Yes. Adeli Kenya Safaris offers fully tailor-made itineraries that can include additional safari days, beach extensions, domestic flights, or visits to other national parks.
18. What is the best time to book this Kenya Bush to Beach Safari?
The best wildlife viewing is during the dry seasons from June to October and January to March, although the safari operates throughout the year.
19. Is the safari suitable for first-time visitors to Kenya?
Yes. This itinerary is one of the best introductions to Kenya because it combines iconic wildlife parks with a relaxing coastal holiday.
20. Can photographers enjoy this safari?
Absolutely. Amboseli, Tsavo West, and Tsavo East offer outstanding opportunities for wildlife, landscape, bird, and sunset photography.
21. Is a Maasai village visit available?
Yes. A cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village can be arranged as an optional activity for travelers interested in learning about Maasai traditions and culture.
22. Are meals included throughout the safari?
Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided according to the itinerary while staying in the safari lodges and camps.
23. What should I pack for the Bush to Beach Safari?
Recommended items include lightweight safari clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a warm jacket for early morning game drives, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, binoculars, a camera, insect repellent, reusable water bottle, and personal medications.
24. Can solo travelers join the safari?
Yes. Solo travelers are welcome and can choose either private or shared safari options depending on their preferences.
25. How far is Amboseli from Tsavo West?
The drive from Amboseli National Park to Tsavo West National Park takes approximately 3 to 4 hours, depending on road conditions and wildlife sightings along the route.
26. Why is the Bush to Beach Safari one of the best Kenya safari itineraries?
It combines three of Kenya’s premier national parks with a convenient SGR transfer to Mombasa, allowing travelers to experience world-class wildlife before relaxing on the Indian Ocean coast.
27. Can I combine this safari with a beach holiday in Mombasa, Diani, Watamu, or Malindi?
Yes. This itinerary is specifically designed as a Kenya Bush and Beach Safari, making it easy to continue your holiday at Kenya’s top beach destinations.
28. Why book this safari with Adeli Kenya Safaris?
Adeli Kenya Safaris offers experienced local guides, customized itineraries, carefully selected accommodations, competitive prices, reliable transportation, personalized service, and exceptional customer support throughout your journey.
29. Is airport pickup available for international travelers?
Yes. International travelers can be picked up directly from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) or any Nairobi hotel before beginning the safari.
30. How do I book the 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari with Adeli Kenya Safaris?
Booking is easy. Contact Adeli Kenya Safaris with your preferred travel dates, group size, accommodation category, and any special requests. Our safari experts will prepare a personalized quotation and tailor-made itinerary, ensuring your 5 Days Bush to Beach Safari from Nairobi to Mombasa is perfectly suited to your travel style, budget, and dream Kenya safari and beach holiday.
