Lioness resting in the golden grasslands of Tsavo

Tsavo

Kenya’s largest wilderness — red earth, red elephants, and true remoteness.

Tsavo East and West together form one of the largest protected areas in Africa. This is safari at its most spacious: red-ochre elephants, dramatic lava flows and springs at Mzima, and a genuine sense of having the wilderness to yourself.

Its position between Nairobi and the coast makes it the natural bridge on any bush-and-beach itinerary.

Why visit

  • Vast, uncrowded wilderness
  • The famous red elephants of Tsavo
  • En route between safari circuit and the coast

Wildlife highlights

  • Large elephant herds tinted red by Tsavo’s soil
  • Mzima Springs — hippos and crocs in crystal water
  • Lion, cheetah, and rare antelope like the fringe-eared oryx

Best time to visit

June to October and January to February; the dry months concentrate game at water.

Combines well with

The classic link between Amboseli and Diani Beach.

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