Wildlife & Coastal Wonders of Kenya: Tsavo to Watamu

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Duration: 6 days

Begins: Nairobi

Ends: Mombasa

Trip Code: DKTM

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    Journey through Kenya on a six-day adventure that blends wild savannahs with coastal charm. Begin in the buzzing capital of Nairobi and ride the legendary “Iron Snake” railway to Tsavo, where red elephants roam and wildlife steals the spotlight on morning and afternoon safaris. Then swap savannahs for seaside in Watamu, a tropical paradise teeming with whale sharks, turtles, and vibrant reefs. Explore the mysterious ruins of Gedi, spice things up with a coastal cooking class, and unwind to the rhythm of the Indian Ocean. End in historic Mombasa, where culture, beaches, and adventure collide to create memories you’ll carry forever.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    Classic
    All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
    Service Level
    Standard
    Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
    Physical Rating
    3 - Average
    Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Three safari drives in Tsavo East NP
    • Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi visit
    • Cooking class in Watamu
    • Free time in Tsavo and Watamu
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

    Allow USD95-125 for meals not included.

    Day 1 : Nairobi

    Arrive at any time. Meet your CEO and group for a welcome meeting in the evening followed by an optional welcome dinner.

    Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

    1h

    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

    Day 2 : Nairobi/Tsavo

    Travel by train to Tsavo on a railway known as The Iron Snake, in honour of an ancient tribal prophecy attributed to the Masai, Kĩkũyũ, Kamba and Kalenjin tribes in Kenya. Enjoy a packed picnic lunch along the way. Enter Tsavo East National Park for a safari drive before an included dinner back at the lodge. Known for its vast, untouched wilderness, Tsavo is home to the iconic “Red Elephants” that bathe in the local red-dust.

    Private Vehicle

    Nairobi 0h45m 7km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Tsavo East National Park Safari Drive

    Tsavo National Park East 3h - 4h

    Embark on a safari drive this afternoon in Tsavo East National Park. This unique safari destination is known for its untamed wilderness and famously home to the “Red Elephants” which get their distinctive colour from bathing in the local red dust. The park also boasts striking geological features like the Yatta Plateau and impressive Lugard Falls on the Galana River.

    Local Train

    Nairobi - Tsavo 4h 330km

    Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 3 : Tsavo

    Awake at the lodge and enjoy breakfast before a morning safari drive back into the untamed wilderness of Tsavo East National Park. Return to the lodge around lunch time and take advantage of a free afternoon to relax by the pool. Or choose to book an optional afternoon safari drive. Dinner will be had at the lodge this evening.

    Tsavo East National Park Morning Safari Drive

    Tsavo National Park East 4h

    Embark on a safari drive this morning in Tsavo East National Park. Enjoy the wildlife and scenery of the park in the golden light of a new day. The park, known for its untamed wilderness, also features striking geological formations such as the Yatta Plateau and the impressive Lugard Falls on the Galana River.

    Free time:

    Tsavo Afternoon

    Enjoy free time back at the lodge to swim in the pool or to book an optional afternoon safari drive back in the park.

    Optional Activities - Day 3

    Tsavo East National Park Safari Drive

    Tsavo National Park East 3h - 4h

    Embark on a safari drive this afternoon in Tsavo East National Park. This unique safari destination is known for its untamed wilderness and famously home to the “Red Elephants” which get their distinctive colour from bathing in the local red dust. The park also boasts striking geological features like the Yatta Plateau and impressive Lugard Falls on the Galana River.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 4 : Tsavo/Watamu

    Experience one final safari drive through Tsavo East National Park on the way to Watamu. Along the way stop for a visit to the Archaeological site of Gedi. Get settled at the hotel before an included cooking class and dinner featuring East African classic dishes popular along the coast.

    Safari Drive in Tsavo East National Park

    Tsavo National Park East

    Experience one final safari drive through Tsavo East National Park searching for as much wildlife as possible on the drive out of the park and towards Watamu.

    Private Vehicle

    Tsavo National Park East - Watamu 4h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Archaeological site of Gedi Visit

    Watamu 1h30m

    The archaeological site of Gedi is the ruins of a wealthy Swahili city in Kenya, inhabited from the 13th to early 17th centuries, known for its impressive coral stone architecture, advanced infrastructure including a water system and flushing toilets, and participation in Indian Ocean trade. The ruins were rediscovered in the early 20th century and is now categorized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Cooking Class in Watamu

    Watamu 2h

    Participate in a cooking class at the hotel before enjoying the creations of your experience for dinner together.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 5 : Watamu

    Spend a full free day in Watamu, a small coastal town in Kenya. Known for the Watamu Marine National Park and Reserve. Sandy beaches, home to seabirds, Mida Creek, sand flats, and mangrove forests. Then, choose to visit a local ocean conservation project working to protect the area. Later this afternoon, choose to book the Dhow Sunset Cruise. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.

    Free time:

    Watamu Full day

    The group will have a full free day to experience Watamu. Choose to swim, lounge on the beach, book a sunset cruise, or visit a local ocean conservation project.

    Optional Activities - Day 5

    Dhow Sunset Cruise from Watamu

    Watamu 3h

    Mida Creek is a large tidal estuary near Watamu, offering tranquil waters and mangrove-lined shores. The dhow sunset cruise is a unique experience aboard a floating restaurant. It includes delicious bites and a sundowner as golden hours approaches. There are sandy islands separated by narrow channels winding through mangrove-covered islands form the edges of this large tidal creek. The area is known for its amazing bird life, such as Greater Flamingo, Yellow-Billed Stork, Great White Egret and Malachite Kingfisher. It is also the winter home of many migranting birds such as the Crab Plover, Curlew Sandpiper, Whimbrel and Sanderling. The osprey and African fish eagle are often overhead. The only human inhabitants are a handful of local fishermen casting their nets in the traditional manner. It is the perfect atmosphere in which to watch the African sunset slowly, and bring yet another day in paradise to a close.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 6 : Watamu/Mombasa

    Travel to Mombasa today where the tour ends upon arrival. Please do not book onward travel prior to 3pm.

    Private Vehicle

    Watamu - Mombasa 3h 108km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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