Duration
9-Day
Tsavo East National Park, Kenya
9-Day Safari Across Kenya's Scenic and Wildlife Treasure
Overview
Embark on a thrilling 9-day Kenya safari adventure through some of the country's most diverse and dramatic landscapes. This unique itinerary blends active exploration, classic game drives, and breathtaking scenery--beginning in Nairobi and venturing to the geothermal wonders of Hell's Gate, the vast open plains of Tsavo East, the rugged volcanic landscapes of Tsavo West, and the iconic elephant-studded vistas of Amboseli National Park beneath snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Hell’s Gate NP, Tsavo East NP, Tsavo West NP
Country & park
Kenya / Tsavo East National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
3 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort - Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
n/a* USD
$3,417 USD
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
n/a* USD
$3,910 USD
Oct 1, 2026 - Dec 22, 2026
n/a* USD
$3,798 USD
Dec 23, 2026 - Jan 2, 2027
n/a* USD
$3,910 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount and children under 4 are free.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Hell’s Gate NP
Day 3-4
Tsavo East NP
Day 5-6
Tsavo West NP
Day 7-8
Amboseli NP
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 9)
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 start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
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Minimum age of 3 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Voi Safari Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Tsavo East NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Ngulia Safari Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Tsavo West NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Salt Lick Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge inside Taita Hills WS – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7-8
Kibo Safari Camp
Mid-range tented camp just outside Amboseli NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park
Your adventure begins with a warm welcome in Nairobi by your safari guide. After a short briefing, you depart the city and journey westward towards the Great Rift Valley. The drive offers stunning views of escarpments, farmlands, and the shimmering waters of Lake Naivasha in the distance. Arriving at Hell’s Gate National Park, you’ll check into your lodge located near the park. After lunch, embark on an optional exciting walking or biking safari inside the park(Both, optional at an extra cost). Hell’s Gate is one of the few places in Kenya where guests can walk or cycle alongside wildlife. With no large predators, the park offers safe exploration of its dramatic gorges, towering cliffs, and geothermal vents. You may encounter giraffes, zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, and even rock hyraxes along the way. Later, return to your Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for a relaxing evening surrounded by nature. Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Hell’S Gate National Park Stay: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Full-Day Exploring Hell's gate and Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, spend your morning hiking through the breathtaking Hell’s Gate Gorge (weather permitting), accompanied by a local guide. This natural canyon carved by water over centuries features towering rock walls, hot springs, and sulfurous steam vents—an otherworldly landscape straight out of a movie (and indeed, some scenes from The Lion King were inspired here). After the hike, visit the Olkaria Geothermal Spa, the largest of its kind in Africa. Enjoy a therapeutic soak in the mineral-rich hot pools, surrounded by geothermal steam and mountain views. In the afternoon, take an optional boat ride(Optional, at an extra cost)on Lake Naivasha, where you can see hippos basking in the water and a variety of waterbirds such as fish eagles and kingfishers. Return to your accommodation for dinner and a peaceful night by the lake or park. Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Hell’S Gate National Park Stay: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Hell's gate to Tsavo East
Rise early for breakfast, check out, and begin your overland journey southeast toward Tsavo East National Park. The drive takes you through the towns of Makindu and Mtito Andei, offering glimpses into rural life along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway. You’ll arrive at your lodge bordering Tsavo East in time for lunch. After some rest, head out for your first game drive in this massive park, famous for its red-dust-covered elephants and untouched wilderness. Tsavo East is home to a wide range of wildlife including lions, giraffes, buffalos, antelopes, and the elusive leopard. Return to Voi Safari Lodge as the sun sets over the savannah. Relax under the starlit sky and listen to the distant sounds of nocturnal wildlife. Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tsavo East National Park Stay: Voi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Full-Day Safari in Tsavo East National Park
Today is dedicated to exploring the diverse landscapes of Tsavo East, one of Kenya’s oldest and largest national parks. After an early breakfast, depart with your guide for a morning game drive along the Galana River—a lifeline for many species, including crocodiles and hippos. Later, visit Lugard Falls, a series of white-water rapids that rush through eroded rock formations, offering dramatic views and photographic opportunities. You’ll also pass the Yatta Plateau, a vast lava flow stretching over 300 km, considered the longest of its kind in the world. Break for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the park. Continue with afternoon game viewing, tracking animals like cheetahs, zebras, and ostriches. By evening, return to your lodge for dinner and share stories around the campfire. Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tsavo East National Park Stay: Voi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo East NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Tsavo East to Tsavo West
After breakfast, depart Tsavo East and cross over to Tsavo West National Park, entering through the Chyulu or Mtito Andei Gate. Though adjacent, Tsavo West offers a dramatically different landscape—rocky hills, volcanic cones, acacia woodlands, and lava fields. Upon arrival at your lodge, settle in and enjoy lunch with sweeping views of the park. In the afternoon, visit the Mzima Springs, a lush oasis fed by underground water from Mount Kilimanjaro. Walk along a nature trail to see crystal-clear pools teeming with fish, crocodiles, and hippos—viewable through an underwater glass observatory. Later, enjoy a short game drive en route back to your lodge, with chances to spot elephants, hartebeests, and perhaps even a leopard resting on a tree branch. Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo West NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tsavo West National Park Stay: Ngulia Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Tsavo West NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Full-Day in Tsavo West
Begin your day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Watch the sun rise over the volcanic plains as you seek sightings of hyenas, lions, and elephants. After breakfast, visit the Shetani Lava Flows, a stark black landscape created by a historic volcanic eruption. Local legend says the lava was the work of “Shetani,” or evil spirits—an intriguing tale that adds mystique to the site. Later, head to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected area where endangered black rhinos are being reintroduced and monitored. Though elusive, spotting one is a rare and special experience. You'll have a stop somewhere within the park and enjoy your lunch, and a short rest, followed by another game drive in the golden light of late day. Your dinner and an overnight stay for this day will be at Salt Lick Safari Lodge. Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tsavo West National Park Stay: Salt Lick Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Taita Hills WS Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Tsavo West to Amboseli
After an early breakfast, set out for Amboseli National Park, known for its big elephant herds and classic views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro. The drive is scenic, with changing terrain and glimpses of Maasai villages along the way. Arrive at your Kibo Safari Camp in Amboseli in time for lunch. In the late afternoon, head out for a game drive across the vast, dusty plains. Elephants are often seen walking in family groups with Kilimanjaro rising behind them—one of Africa’s most iconic sights. Amboseli is also home to lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, and more than 400 bird species. Return to your lodge for a delightful evening under the stars. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Kibo Safari Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Full-Day Game Drive in Amboseli
After breakfast, spend the day exploring Amboseli, starting with a morning game drive when the skies are clearest for viewing Mount Kilimanjaro. Visit the Observation Hill, where you can climb a short path to enjoy panoramic views of the park’s swamps, woodlands, and wildlife below. Watch elephants bathe and graze in the marshes—made possible by underground water flowing from Kilimanjaro’s glaciers. After lunch and a short rest, continue your game drives in search of predators, giraffes, warthogs, and hyenas. Enjoy your final full day in the wild as the setting sun paints the plains in rich golden hues. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Kibo Safari Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Amboseli to Nairobi – End of Safari
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, then check out and begin your drive back to Nairobi. The journey takes approximately 4–5 hours, passing scenic countryside, Maasai settlements, and bustling roadside towns. You’ll arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey. Take with you unforgettable memories of Kenya’s dramatic landscapes, incredible wildlife, and warm hospitality. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Josero Tours and Safaris
5.0 operator rating
35 reviews
At Josero Tours and Safaris, our mission is to provide seamless, memorable, and affordable travel experiences that connect our clients to the wonders of Africa. We are committed to promoting sustainable tourism while conserving the region’s rich biodiversity for future generations.Our experienced team of travel experts, guides, and safari enthusiasts is based in the vibrant city of Nairobi. We pride ourselves on crafting tailor-made itineraries that cater to every traveler’s unique needs.
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5We were impressed by Josero Tours &Safati’s passion and reliability, and we believe they will soon
After checking with many companies, we chose Josero Tours and Safaris.The company is new, but they were always warm, efficient and professional when helping us design the trip. They replied very quickly and even during the busy season they managed to book us some really nice hotels. Our trip was 10 days, covering several national parks in Kenya and Tanzania with multiple border crossings. The hotels and camps they booked were the best we could get within our budget. Almost every hotel/camp we stayed was better than I expected. During the whole journey, they kept checking in with us every day and were always available to help coordinate. When some unexpected situations came up, they were very active in helping us solve them. I feel they are still gaining experience, but they are full of passion and positivity and definitely will grow into one of the best company. L lot n We are really glad we chose Josero Tours and Safaris. Thank you for helping us make our safari dream come true!
Christine · United States
Unforgettable Last-Minute Safari Perfection with Expert Guide
**Unforgettable Last-Minute Safari Perfection with Expert Guide Calleb!** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Booking just one week before departure during peak season, we were initially nervous about availability. But this incredible company delivered beyond expectations – securing perfect lodges despite high demand. Our true highlight was **Calleb, our phenomenal driver-guide**. His decades of field experience shone through every moment: 🔹 **Wildlife Mastery**: He tracked the **complete Big Five** (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo) with uncanny precision – positioning us safely for breathtaking sightings we’ll cherish forever. 🔹 **Flawless Rhythm**: Calleb’s impeccable timing meant avoiding crowds while arriving *exactly* when animals were most active. His knowledge of animal behavior transformed game drives into living documentaries. 🔹 **Heartwarming Hospitality**: Beyond expertise, his warm-hearted nature made every journey joyful. He patiently answered our endless questions and shared captivating stories about Kenya’s ecosystems. From sunrise in the savannah to sunset cocktails overlooking watering holes, every detail felt magically orchestrated. This wasn’t just a trip – it was a soul-stirring adventure crafted by professionals who genuinely care. To future travelers: If you seek a seamless, awe-inspiring safari with guides who turn hopes into realities – **book here and request Calleb**. Our gratitude to the entire team for creating memories that will truly last a lifetime! *Echo& James, China* *Visited: August 2025*
Peng · China
I shall definitely recommend Josero Tours.
Once in a life time, you should be here. I would definitely recommend my safari tour from the company Josero Tours and the best guide Roy! They helped me to make an unforgettable memory in Kenya, Josero Tours offered me with very good accommodations, especially Enkorok Mara Camp, I really enjoyed that luxury tent! I was always worrying about the safety, but when I came to Kenya, I found it was safe and sound. I would also thank Henry from Josero Tours for his kindly help. And our best guide Roy, he was very experienced about animals, he took us for a really long game drive from 5 AM to 18 PM to help us watch the pride family lions, elephants, black rhino, leopard and so many charming animals in such a close distance, and he really loved the animals that he would not bother them, we saw the big 5 within 2 days. It's really a fantastic tour, I shall be here again with my friends and family.
WU Chen · China
Saved the day!!!!
The whole team at Josero was great. Another tour operator cancelled a few days before our holiday and with less than 12 hours the Josero team designed and booked us a whole new holiday for our honeymoon. We highly recommend them. Very happy customers from Australia
Grant B · Australia
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Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount and children under 4 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort - Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Josero Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Josero Tours and Safaris.
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