Safari onlyOne Day Tsavo East Safari
1 day · Tsavo East
From Diani, Mombasa, Malindi & Watamu, Nairobi
Price on request
View trip →Tsavo East Day Safari & Mombasa Half-Day City Experience
Pair red elephants and game drives in Tsavo East with Mombasa's Old Town, coastal flavours and a guided tuk-tuk ride on another half day.
- Duration
- 1 full day + 1 half day
- Departs from
- Mombasa, Diani
- Parks & places
- Tsavo East National Park
- Transport
- Pop-up-roof safari vehicle and city tuk-tuk
- Meals
- Confirmed separately for each outing
- City stop
- Mombasa Old Town, waterfront and markets
- Schedule
- Two outings on agreed dates; no overnight
Overview
See two sides of Kenya's coast in one easy-to-plan package. Spend a full day on safari in Tsavo East, searching the red plains for elephants, big cats, giraffes and birdlife. On another half day, discover Mombasa's waterfront, Fort Jesus, Old Town and markets with a local guide, plus a tuk-tuk ride. These are separate outings, not a single 36-hour tour; we arrange their order and pick-up points around your beach stay and confirm all transport and costs in one quote.
- A full day of guided game drives in Tsavo East
- A separate half-day Mombasa history, food and culture tour
- Old Town, Fort Jesus, spice and fabric markets, and a tuk-tuk ride
- Flexible order and dates confirmed around your stay
- One enquiry for both experiences, with no overnight included
Itinerary
Day 1 · Full-day Tsavo East safari
Early morning
Pick-up from your confirmed Mombasa or Diani meeting point and travel to Tsavo East.
Morning and afternoon
Explore the park on guided game drives, with a lunch break. Look for Tsavo's red elephants and other wildlife.
Return
Drive back to your agreed drop-off point. Return time depends on your departure area.
Day 2 · Mombasa half-day culture tour (another day)
Start time confirmed with your quote
Meet your city guide at the agreed Mombasa meeting point; if you are staying in Diani, we confirm the transfer arrangements separately.
During the tour
Explore Mama Ngina Waterfront, Fort Jesus, Old Town, the spice and fabric markets, and Mombasa's Elephant Tusks. Enjoy a guided tuk-tuk ride and optional local snacks, subject to availability.
Return
End at your agreed drop-off point after the half-day tour.
Prices
Price on request
Tell us your dates and group size and we'll send an exact quote.
Get a quote for this tripWhat changes the price
- Group size and whether the experience is private or shared
- Season and availability
- Applicable park fees and residency category
- Transfers, admission fees and optional food tastings
What's included
Included
- Guided Tsavo East game drives in a pop-up-roof safari vehicle
- Guided Mombasa city walk and tuk-tuk experience
- Pick-up, drop-off and transfers as specified in your combined quote
Not included
- Park and Fort Jesus entrance fees unless included in your quote
- Meals, drinks and food tastings unless included in your quote
- Any overnight accommodation, tips and personal expenses
Confirmed in your quote: whether park entrance fees are included in the price, and the fee that applies to you.
Good to know
The red dust
Tsavo's soil is red laterite. Elephants dust-bathe in it, and it clings — wear clothes you don't mind washing.
Two separate outings
Allow one full day for Tsavo East and a separate half day for Mombasa. Dates, the order of the outings and any Diani–Mombasa transfer are agreed with your quote.
What to bring
- A light jacket for the early safari start
- Comfortable walking shoes for Mombasa
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and camera
- Cash for optional tastings and shopping
Getting there and pick-up
Tell us your hotel or preferred meeting point. We will confirm the pick-up, any transfers and the timing for each outing when preparing your quote.
Reviews
“An excellent safari, nice game drives and sunsets”
“We had a very beautiful trip with lots of wild life.”
Frequently asked questions
Do both experiences happen on the same day?
No. Tsavo East is a full-day safari, while Mombasa is a separate half-day tour. We agree the dates and order with you; there is no overnight accommodation in this package.
Can we start from Diani?
Yes for the safari. For the Mombasa city portion, we will confirm the Diani–Mombasa transfer, meeting point and any extra cost in your quote.
Are park fees, Fort Jesus admission and tastings included?
We will itemise the inclusions for both outings in your quote. Do not assume park or entrance fees, meals or tastings are included until confirmed.
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