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3 Days Tsavo East, Taita Hills & Salt Lick Safari from Diani Beach (Private Safari)

Escape the white sandy beaches of Diani and venture into Kenya's spectacular wilderness on this unforgettable 3 Days Tsavo East, Taita Hills & Salt Lick Safari from Diani Beach. Designed for travellers seeking an authentic wildlife experience without spending many days away from the coast, this carefully planned private safari combines two exceptional wildlife destinations with comfortable accommodation and personalized service.

Your journey takes you through the legendary Tsavo East National Park, famous for its vast red-earth plains and large elephant herds, before continuing to the exclusive Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the world-renowned Salt Lick Safari Lodge. Travelling in a private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with an experienced English-speaking driver-guide gives you complete flexibility to enjoy game drives at your own pace while maximizing your wildlife viewing opportunities.

Whether you are celebrating a honeymoon, family holiday, or simply fulfilling your dream of seeing Africa's incredible wildlife, this safari promises unforgettable memories from beginning to end.

 

Why Choose This Safari?

This itinerary has been carefully designed to combine two of Kenya's finest wildlife destinations within three days while ensuring comfort, excellent game viewing, and minimal travel stress. Unlike shared safaris, your private safari allows you to travel exclusively with your family or friends, enjoy flexible game drives, stop whenever wildlife appears, and receive your guide's full attention throughout the journey.

Another major highlight is the guaranteed overnight stay at Salt Lick Safari Lodge, one of Kenya's most photographed safari lodges. Built on elevated stilts overlooking natural waterholes, the lodge offers guests exceptional wildlife viewing directly from their rooms and viewing decks.

Your journey also follows the modern Dongo Kundu bypass route, providing a faster and smoother connection from Diani Beach to the Mombasa–Nairobi Highway while avoiding delays associated with the Likoni Ferry.

 

Day 1: Diani Beach – Tsavo East National Park – Voi Safari Lodge

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up at 7:00 AM from Diani Sea Lodge. Meet your professional safari guide before beginning your journey via the Dongo Kundu bypass road, offering a convenient route towards Tsavo East National Park.

After several hours of scenic driving through rural Kenya, you will arrive at one of Africa's largest national parks. Covering over 13,000 square kilometres, Tsavo East is celebrated for its endless savannah, seasonal rivers, volcanic landscapes, and extraordinary wildlife diversity.

Immediately after entering the park, your adventure begins with an exciting game drive. Keep your camera ready as your guide searches for elephants covered in the park's famous red dust, majestic lions, graceful giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, impalas, lesser kudus, dik-diks, ostriches, and numerous bird species.

Arrive at Voi Safari Lodge in time for lunch. The lodge occupies a strategic position overlooking a natural waterhole frequently visited by elephants and other wildlife, providing excellent viewing opportunities even while relaxing.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy another extensive game drive through Tsavo East. Your guide will visit wildlife-rich areas, including the famous Aruba Dam, where animals gather to drink, making it one of the park's best locations for photography and wildlife observation.

Return to Voi Safari Lodge before sunset for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Voi Safari Lodge

 

Day 2: Tsavo East – Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Wake up early to enjoy breakfast before departing for one final morning game drive in Tsavo East. Early mornings provide excellent opportunities to encounter predators before temperatures begin to rise.

Continue towards the picturesque Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately managed conservation area renowned for its healthy wildlife populations, scenic landscapes, and exclusive safari experience.

Upon arrival, check into the spectacular Salt Lick Safari Lodge, one of Kenya's most iconic safari destinations. Built on elevated stilts above active waterholes, every room offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities, while underground tunnels connect guests to specially designed observation hides located close to the animals.

After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive throughout the sanctuary. Despite its relatively compact size, Taita Hills boasts an impressive variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, elands, impalas, waterbucks, and more than 300 bird species.

Because the sanctuary is privately managed, wildlife encounters are often more intimate, allowing visitors to spend extended time observing animal behaviour in peaceful surroundings.

Return to Salt Lick Safari Lodge for dinner while watching elephants and other animals gather beneath the illuminated waterholes, creating one of Africa's most memorable safari experiences.

Accommodation: Salt Lick Safari Lodge

 

Day 3: Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – Diani Beach

Your final safari day begins before sunrise with an early morning game drive through Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary. Morning light provides ideal conditions for photography, while many animals remain active before the day warms up.

Return to the lodge for breakfast before checking out and beginning your comfortable journey back to Diani Beach via the Dongo Kundu bypass.

Arrive at Diani Sea Lodge in the afternoon, bringing your unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure to a close with lifelong memories of spectacular wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes.

 

Safari Highlights

• Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
• Guaranteed overnight stay at Salt Lick Safari Lodge
• Two exciting wildlife destinations in one safari
• Extensive game drives in Tsavo East National Park
• Exclusive wildlife viewing in Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
• Panoramic views from Voi Safari Lodge
• Excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, cheetahs, leopards, and countless bird species
• Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
• Convenient departure from Diani Sea Lodge using the Dongo Kundu bypass

 

What Is Included?

• Pick-up and drop-off at Diani Sea Lodge
• Transport in a private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
• Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
• Two nights' accommodation
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• Park entrance fees
• Unlimited game drives
• Bottled drinking water during the safari

 

Why Book with Felessy Tours and Safaris?

At Felessy Tours and Safaris, we specialize in personalized private safaris departing from Diani Beach, Mombasa, and the South Coast of Kenya. Our experienced guides, carefully planned itineraries, comfortable safari vehicles, and commitment to exceptional customer service ensure every guest enjoys an authentic African safari experience.

We guarantee accommodation at Salt Lick Safari Lodge for this itinerary, allowing you to experience one of Kenya's most iconic safari lodges without compromise. From the moment we pick you up until we return you to your beach hotel, every detail is handled professionally to create a seamless and unforgettable journey.

Whether it is your first safari or another adventure in Kenya, this 3-day private safari offers the perfect combination of wildlife, comfort, spectacular scenery, and personalized service.

 

Book Your Safari Today

Ready to experience the magic of Tsavo East and the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge? Contact Felessy Tours and Safaris today to reserve your private safari from Diani Beach. Our team will be delighted to help you plan an unforgettable wildlife adventure tailored to your travel dates and preferences.