6-Day Moto Safari – Flames of the Red Wilderness

Welcome to Kenya! Touch down at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), where your Pita Safaris driver-guide will greet you with a cheerful karibu sana—Swahili for “you’re very welcome.” Transfer to Sarova Panafric Hotel, a midrange Nairobi retreat with lush gardens, a sparkling pool, and ensuite comfort, perfect for unwinding after your flight.

Depending on arrival time, you may explore the Karen Blixen Museum, visit the Giraffe Centre for up-close encounters with Rothschild’s giraffes, or shop at the vibrant Maasai Market. In the evening, savor a delicious welcome dinner blending Kenyan and international flavors.

Travel Tip: Arriving early? Ask your guide to arrange an optional Nairobi city tour before check-in.
- Ready to begin your Kenya safari adventure? Relax well tonight—the wilderness calls tomorrow.

Distance: ~18 km | Drive Time: ~30 min

After breakfast, depart Nairobi for Tsavo East National Park (~5–6 hours), one of Kenya’s largest and most iconic reserves. Known as the Theatre of the Wild, Tsavo East is celebrated for its red-dusted elephants, vast open plains, and the palm-lined Galana River.

Arrive for lunch at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, overlooking Aruba Dam—a wildlife hotspot. In the afternoon, embark on your first Tsavo safari game drive, searching for lions, giraffes, buffalo, and perhaps the rare hirola antelope. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner beneath the African night sky.

Photography Tip: Tsavo East’s red earth creates striking backdrops for elephant portraits at sunset.
- Want to see Kenya’s legendary red elephants up close? Tsavo East is the place to start.

Distance: ~330 km | Drive Time: ~5–6 hrs

Rise early for a sunrise game drive, when predators are active and golden light illuminates the savannah. Lions returning from the hunt, elephants by the river, or ostriches striding across the plains may all feature in your sightings.

After breakfast, enjoy leisure time at the lodge or join your guide for more exploring. In the afternoon, visit Mudanda Rock, a natural lookout where elephants gather, and continue to Lugard Falls, where crocodiles and hippos thrive in the swirling rapids of the Galana River.

Safari Moment: Watching elephants crossing the Galana River at sunset—a spectacle unique to Tsavo East.
- Craving vast horizons and classic safari encounters? Spend a day in Tsavo East with Pita Safaris.

After breakfast, journey west (~3–4 hours) to Tsavo West National Park, famed for its volcanic landscapes, rolling hills, and lush springs. Arrive at Severin Safari Camp for lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive.

Highlights include Mzima Springs, crystal-clear pools fed by Mount Kilimanjaro snowmelt and teeming with hippos and crocodiles, and the striking Shetani Lava Flow, a vast volcanic field.

Did You Know?  Tsavo West is home to one of Kenya’s most important black rhino sanctuaries.
- Want to pair rugged beauty with rich wildlife? Tsavo West delivers both.

Distance: ~150 km | Drive Time: ~3–4 hrs

Start with a morning game drive in the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, dedicated to conserving endangered black rhinos. Along the way, spot elephants, buffalo, antelope, and maybe even a leopard lounging in the acacias.

Return to camp for breakfast and leisure, then venture out again for an afternoon game drive, as the golden light brings Tsavo West’s volcanic scenery to life.

Safari Moment: Spotting a leopard at dusk with Kilimanjaro glowing in the background—an unforgettable safari image.
- Want thrilling wildlife encounters in stunning landscapes? Tsavo West awaits with Pita Safaris.

Enjoy a final sunrise safari before beginning your return journey to Nairobi (~5–6 hours). A picnic lunch en route ensures no time is lost as you make the most of your last game drive moments.

Your guide will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight or drop you at your Nairobi hotel for an extra night if desired.

Safari Reflection: From Tsavo East’s red elephants to Tsavo West’s volcanic beauty, this affordable midrange Kenya safari package delivers the perfect blend of wildlife, landscapes, and authentic East Africa safari tours with Pita Safaris.
- Inspired by the red earth of Tsavo? Let Pita Safaris craft your next adventure across Kenya’s wild frontiers.

Distance: ~320 km | Drive Time: ~5–6 hrs