3 Days Safari Lazy Leopard

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Duration

3 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

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Overview

This is one of the most popular Kenya safaris for our customers from Mombasa and Diani beach or Watamu or Malindi. This 3 Days Safari Lazy Leopard takes you to both Tsavo parks (Tsavo east and Tsavo west) .The Total area of both parks is more than 20, 000 sq. km -approximately the same area as Israel or half the size of the Netherlands!

Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks, located in Kenya, are two distinct and mesmerizing wildlife sanctuaries that together form one of the largest and most diverse conservation areas in Africa. Spanning an area of over 22,000 square kilometers, these parks are rich in natural wonders, breathtaking landscapes, and abundant wildlife.

Tsavo West National Park boasts a rugged and varied terrain, characterized by vast plains, volcanic hills, and lush riverine vegetation. The park is renowned for its iconic landmarks, such as the Mzima Springs, where crystal-clear waters gush from underground sources, creating an oasis that attracts a myriad of animals. The park is also home to the mesmerizing Shetani Lava Flows, a result of past volcanic activity, which provide a striking contrast to the surrounding vegetation.

On the other hand, Tsavo East National Park is known for its expansive savannahs, open plains, and the meandering Galana River. It offers a remarkable safari experience, with an impressive population of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous other species. The park’s breathtaking scenery is enhanced by the Yatta Plateau, the world’s longest lava flow, stretching over 290 kilometers.

Both parks offer a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with over 500 species recorded, including the magnificent African fish eagle and the vibrant Lilac-breasted roller. The diverse habitats, ranging from acacia woodlands to riverine forests, provide a haven for a wide variety of birdlife.

Beyond the abundant wildlife, the parks also harbor historical and cultural treasures. The ancient Grogan’s Castle, built in the early 20th century, stands as a testament to the region’s colonial past, while the famous Tsavo Man-Eaters’ legend adds an air of mystique to the area.

Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks combine to create a captivating and awe-inspiring destination. With their unique landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and cultural significance, these parks offer an unforgettable safari experience for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

2 pax per person

Premium USD840
Basic USD765

4 pax per person

Premium USD 635
Basic USD560

6 pax per person

Premium USD565
Basic USD490

Highlights

Yatta Plateau-Longest Lava flow in the world
Tsavo West National park
Wild animals
Recent volcanic activities
Mzima springs
Nature guided walk
Red elephants
The man eaters bridge
Tsavo east

Itinerary

DAY 1

DIANI BEACH OR MOMBASA BEACH HOTEL TO TSAVO WEST

You will be picked early in the morning at your beach Hotel in Diani or Mombasa then you will drive through the palm-fringed road eventually revealing the Tsavo scrub-land as you get close to Tsavo East. Further North as you get closer to Tsavo West you will also observe the Taita hills as well as the famous Yatta plateau -the World’s longest lava flow! As you drive there will be some stopover.

After entry formalities at the Tsavo River Gate, you will begin your first game drive in Tsavo west driving along Tsavo river looking for wildlife and the beautiful landscapes arriving at the Ngulia lodge or Rhino valley camp in time for lunch. After lunch relax then proceed for a game drive, enjoy viewing the leopards, cheetahs, elephants, warthogs, dik-diks, rhino and different bird species. At approximately 1830hrs drive back to your lodge for Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge or camp of your choice.

Premium accommodations:Kilaguni Serena Lodge or Severin safari lodge

Basic accommodations:Ngulia lodge or Rhino valley lodge.

with a little supplement Finch Hattons

DAY 2

TSAVO WEST TO TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK

Breakfast then proceed to Mzima springs for a brief walking safari with an armed ranger. This nature walk will take you to the hippo pools as well as the underwater fish viewing chamber where you may spot Nile crocodiles as well as different fish species including tilapia and black bass. Part of the Film ‘Out of Africa’ was shot here! Proceed to Tsavo East arriving in time for lunch at Sentrim safari camp or Manyatta camp or Voi Wildlife lodge or Zomeni lion Hill lodge or Ashnil Aruba lodge. After lunch afternoon game drive in Tsavo East.

The main birds found in Tsavo East throughout the year include; Hunters Sunbird, Golden-bellied Starling, Tawny Eagle ‘White-backed Vultures, Kori bustard, Pale Chanting, Bateleur eagle, Red-Billed Hornbill, African Grey Hornbill, Whalberg’s eagles, Spotted-eagle owl, Taita fiscal, Red & Yellow barbets, D’Naurd’s barbet, Spot-flanked Barbet, Fischer’s sparrow lark, Long-billed Pipit, Rosy-patched bush shrike and much more migratory species of birds.

The Park is home to most of the larger mammals, vast herds of dust –red elephant, Cape buffalo, lion, leopard, schools of hippo, crocodile, waterbucks, Lesser Kudu, Gerenuk.

Dinner and overnight stay at Tsavo east in your chosen accommodation.

Premium accommodation: Ashnil Aruba lodge

Basic accommodations:Voi wildlife lodge or Zomeni lodge or Voi safari lodge

with a little supplement Satao camp

DAY 3

TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK TO DIANI OR MOMBASA BEACH

Tea or coffee. Early morning game drive in the park. This game drive allows you to see nocturnal animals as the retreat back to their hideouts. Breakfast in your chosen accommodation. After breakfast depart for Mombasa or Diani beach arriving back to the hotel at around 1430hrs.

Included/Excluded

Return transfers as per the program.
Safari in an Exclusive safari 4×4 Land cruiser.
More than eight years experienced driver guide.
Unlimited water/Coke/Fanta/Sprite in the safari 4×4.
Safari checklist.
Overnight stay as per the program.
All meals on safari starting with Lunch ending with breakfast last day.
Park entry fees.
Government taxes.
Flying doctors insurance.
Meet and greet on arrival.
WiFi in the 4×4

Tips and gratuities.
Drinks in the lodges or camps on safari.
All expenses of personal nature.
Extra optional activities as per the program.
Masai Village USD15 per person (optional).

Tour's Location

FAQs

Oranje safari is a well-reputed company in Kenya with a wealth of experience in the travel industry spanning close to 20 years. Considering the tour operator does not have its own accommodations, the advice given on safari accommodations will never be biased. Oranje's exclusive safari collects a small deposit via secured Visa or Mastercard to secure the booking and payment of the full amount just days before the safari, reducing the fear of losing your money and giving our customers peace of mind. We are members of KATO.

We highly recommend a minimum safari with an overnight stay. The best is to pre-book your safari from your country and end with a beach stay. To have a more relaxed safari, stay two nights in the same accommodation if you are going on a safari holiday because the game drives entail early starts where you might not even have time to enjoy the luxuries of the accommodations you are staying in. A safari will always depend on your budget and the desired days of stay. Oranje Exclusive Safaris recommends 4 days and above for a safari within East Africa (Kenya). For Family Safaris, Oranje Safaris recommend more than 7 days and above for great experiences with a beach extension to relax.

As a leading tour operator offering exclusive high-end safaris in Kenya, we regularly receive payments from all over the world. Customer payment is secure because you can pay with Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. As a Kato Member we are bonded by Kato member scheme. The KATO Bond Scheme is therefore intended to be a form of "financial guarantee" to cushion the business associates of KATO members against the possible loss of monies paid to a KATO member who is facing involuntary liquidation.

For the comfort of the parents’ children below 5 might be advisable for shorter safaris close to the beach Hotels or spending more nights in one lodge or safari camp. Children tend to become tired quickly, and the long bumpy roads are extremely uncomfortable for children.

On safari, you will be driving around to spot different animals; this is called a game drive. When booking your safari, your core interest is to know how many game drives you will be having and for how long, because that determines the chance you have of spotting animals. We can never guarantee the animals you will spot, but our professional driver guides will do their level best for you to see a lot of wildlife.

The best time to visit Kenya depends on what you want to do. Kenya is divided by the equator and is characterized by a tropical climate. We are luck to have 12hours of son and 12 hours of Darkness the whole year.
The weather in Kenya is often ideal, although the coast can be very humid and there are hot, desert-like conditions around Lake Magadi and in the northern areas of the country around Lake Turkana.
During the coolest months of June, July, and August, temperatures in Nairobi are around 60 °F, which can drop to about 50 °F in the Aberdare region and Mount Kenya.
Short rains: November to December It rarely rains all day. Short, heavy rainfalls are usually replaced by sunny periods, which makes this time in Kenya very pleasant.

Safari wear should be comfortable and casual. Evenings and early mornings can be chilly, so warm sweaters are recommended. Low-heeled, comfortable sports or trekking shoes are the most suitable walking shoes, should you intend to join any walking safaris.
We recommend you bring warm clothes, including a fleece or light wool sweater and socks, apart from the normal safari gear. During the day, it can get quite hot, so do not forget sunglasses and a high-factor sunscreen, as well as a sun hat with a small brim.
Due to the limited space in the light aircraft, we advise you to keep your luggage to a minimum. We suggest you pack your luggage into a small, soft bag weighing no more than 15 kg, the luggage limit for local flights issued by the airlines.

Safari’s cost is expensive because you get the total cost for the 4x4 Land Cruiser, park entrance fees, fuel, driver’s allowance, accommodations, drinks in the 4x4, all meals, etc. These costs are paid to us, and we pay for the accommodations.
We work with deeply knowledgeable, experienced driver guides, whom we pay well to ensure we retain them.
The lodges and camps we work with cost more because maintaining the high standard costs a lot more in the parks than in towns or cities. Lodges located inside the parks pay equally for Kenya's wildlife services.