Mombasa Diani Beach & Tsavo East & West Safari with Salt-Lick Lodge

Highlights

Combining the pristine white sands of Diani Beach with the raw, red-dusted wilderness of Tsavo East National Park offers the quintessential Kenyan experience: "Bush and Beach." Inclusive of A safari in Tsavo West National Park paired with a stay at the iconic Salt Lick Safari Lodge offers a blend of rugged volcanic scenery and close-up wildlife encounters from a unique, elevated perspective. Located in south-eastern Kenya, this region is known for its "red" elephants, large waterholes, and dramatic scenery.

7 Nights relaxation at a Diani Beach resort, on All Inclusive followed by a 3 Night Safari on Full Board in Tsavo East National Park, Tsavo West National Park & the iconic Salt Lick Lodge in Taita Hills National Park.

Itinerary at a Glance:

• International Flights from London Airport to Mombasa, Kenya
• 7 Nights All Inclusive at Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort - or similar
• 1 Night Full Board at Ashnil Aruba Lodge + game drives - Tsavo East National Park
• 1 Night Full Board at Voyager Ziwani Camp + game drives - Tsavo West National Park
• 1 Night Full Board at Salt Lick Safari Lodge + game viewing - Taita Hills National Park
• Inclusive of Airport Transfers & Safari transfers - private

Highlights of Diani Beach in Mombasa

• Diani Beach: The Coastal Paradise
• Located south of Mombasa, Diani is consistently voted one of Africa’s best beaches. It’s known for its wide shores, turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs.
• Water Sports & Marine Life: * Kite Surfing: Diani is a global hotspot for wind and kite surfing due to steady trade winds.
• Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park: Take a traditional dhow to this marine park for world-class snorkeling and a high chance of spotting wild dolphins.
• Kongo Mosque: Visit this 14th-century coral stone mosque, one of the oldest in East Africa, located where the river meets the ocean.
• The Shimba Hills Day Trip: Just 45 minutes away, this coastal rainforest is home to the rare Sable Antelope and the impressive Sheldrick Falls.
• Dining on the Edge: Experience Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant, a naturally formed coral cave open to the night sky for a truly unique dinner.

Highlights of Tsavo East National Park

• Tsavo East National Park: The Theater of the Wild
• Tsavo East is one of Kenya’s oldest and largest parks. Its distinct red soil and vast open plains offer a stark, beautiful contrast to the lush coast.
• The "Red Elephants": Tsavo is famous for its elephants, which appear vibrant red from dusting themselves in the park’s oxide-rich volcanic soil.
• Mudanda Rock: A massive 1.5km rock outcrop that acts as a water catchment. It offers a great vantage point to watch hundreds of animals drink at the natural dam below.
• Lugard Falls: A series of white-water rapids on the Galana River where you can see giant crocodiles basking on the rocks.
• Aruba Dam: This man-made dam attracts thousands of animals and birds, making it a premier spot for high-density game viewing.
• The "Big Five": While elusive, you have the chance to spot lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo alongside the famous red elephants.

Highlights of a Tsavo West Safari

• Mzima Springs: A stunning oasis of crystal-clear water where visitors can watch hippos and crocodiles from an underwater viewing chamber.
• Shetani Lava Flow: A vast 50 sq km field of black, petrified lava that provides dramatic, otherworldly photographic opportunities.
• Red Elephants of Tsavo: The elephants here frequently mud-bathe in the area's rich iron-red soil, giving them a distinct red color.
• Diverse Wildlife: Despite thick vegetation making spotting harder than in some parks, Tsavo West offers the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo) and over 600 bird species.
• Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary: A specialized, fenced area dedicated to the protection of endangered Black Rhinos.
• Panoramic Views: On clear days, the park offers stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Highlights of Salt Lick Safari Lodge

• **Iconic Architecture: Known as one of the world's most photographed lodges, the Salt Lick Safari Lodge is built entirely on stilts over a large waterhole, connected by wooden walkways.
• **Unique Game Viewing: Guests can watch animals like elephants, zebras, and buffaloes from the comfort of their rooms, dining areas, or the underground bunker.
• **Night-time Activity: The waterhole is illuminated at night, attracting nocturnal animals and providing excellent viewing opportunities.
• **Taita Hills Sanctuary: The lodge is situated within the 28,000-acre private Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, allowing for intimate game drives away from crowds.