5-Day Amboseli and Tsavo West – Mid-Range Kenya Safari tour
This 5-Day Amboseli and Tsavo West – Mid-Range Kenya Safari Tour is designed for travelers seeking dramatic landscapes, rich wildlife encounters, and iconic African scenery.
The safari begins in the rugged wilderness of Tsavo West National Park, known for its lava flows, Mzima Springs, and red-dusted elephants, before continuing to the world-famous Amboseli National Park, home to vast elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Travel comfortably in a pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser or pop-up roof safari minivan, ideal for wildlife viewing and photography.
This mid-range safari Kenya itinerary balances adventure, scenic beauty, and excellent wildlife concentration in just five days.
Why This Safari Best
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Combines two scenic southern Kenya parks in one seamless circuit
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Excellent elephant sightings in both parks
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Dramatic landscapes (lava flows, springs, Kilimanjaro views)
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Balanced driving distances
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Ideal for Big Five safari Kenya seekers
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Flexible transport option (4x4 or minivan) for comfort and budget
Tour Highlights
Mzima Springs hippos and crocodiles
Shetani Lava Flow exploration
Red elephants of Tsavo West
Amboseli’s large elephant herds
Mount Kilimanjaro photography
Scenic savannah and acacia woodlands
Sunrise and sunset game drives
Tour Map
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi – Tsavo West National Park
Your Kenya safari tour begins with early morning departure from Nairobi.
Drive southeast along the Mombasa Highway toward Tsavo West National Park.
Arrive in time for lunch at your mid-range lodge or tented camp.
In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive, exploring the park’s rugged terrain and volcanic landscapes.
Wildlife includes elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions.
Transport Distance & Time:
Approx. 240 km | 4–5 hours drive
Meal Plan:
Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
Day 2
Full Day in Tsavo West National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
Visit Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear waters host hippos and crocodiles.
Explore the Shetani Lava Flow and search for leopards in rocky outcrops.
Tsavo West offers dramatic scenery and fewer crowds, making it ideal for immersive wildlife viewing.
Transport Distance & Time:
Game drives | 6–8 hours wildlife viewing
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic), Dinner
Accommodation
Severin Safari Camp
Day 3
Tsavo West – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Tsavo West and drive toward Amboseli National Park.
Arrive around midday for lunch at your lodge.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive across Amboseli’s open plains, with chances to photograph elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Transport Distance & Time:
Approx. 100 km | 2–3 hours drive
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Safari Camp
Day 4
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives.
The park is famous for large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, and abundant birdlife.
Clear mornings often provide spectacular views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the savannah.
Transport Distance & Time:
Game drives | 6–8 hours wildlife viewing
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Kibo Safari Camp
Day 5
Amboseli – Nairobi
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning before departing Amboseli.
Drive back to Nairobi with scenic views along the way.
Arrival in Nairobi in the afternoon with drop-off at your hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport marks the end of your Kenya wildlife safari.
Transport Distance & Time:
Approx. 240 km | 4–5 hours drive
Meal Plan:
Breakfast
Accommodation
No Accommodations ( End of the tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Rates are Per Person Sharing a Room Except for the Solo who is on Single Supplement
| Month/Season | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
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| 01 Jan to 22 Dec | $1910 | $1910 | $1910 | $1910 | $1910 | $1910 |