8-Day Mlima Safari – Giants Beneath Kilimanjaro

Welcome to Kenya! Touch down at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), where your Pita Safaris driver-guide greets you with a warm karibu sana—Swahili for “you’re very welcome.” Transfer to Sarova Panafric Hotel, a comfortable city retreat with lush gardens, poolside relaxation, and ensuite comfort.

Depending on arrival time, unwind after your flight or explore Nairobi’s highlights: the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, or Maasai Market. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner blending Kenyan and international flavors.

-Travel Tip: Arriving early? Ask your guide about an optional Nairobi city tour or a visit to the National Museum.
- Ready to begin your Kenya safari tour? Rest well—the wild awaits tomorrow.

Distance: ~20 km | Drive Time: ~30 min

After breakfast, set off on a scenic journey (~4.5 hrs) to Amboseli National Park, world-famous for its elephant herds and dramatic Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop. Arrive at Amboseli Sopa Lodge, a midrange retreat with spacious cottages and sweeping savanna views.

In the afternoon, enjoy your first Amboseli game drive—spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and possibly lions or cheetahs. As the sun sets, Kilimanjaro often reveals itself for that perfect safari photo.

- Photography Tip: Frame elephants against Kilimanjaro at golden hour for iconic safari shots.
- Want front-row seats to Amboseli’s giants? Book your Kenya safari with Pita Safaris today.

Distance: ~240 km | Drive Time: ~4.5 hrs

Wake early for a sunrise game drive when Amboseli comes alive with predators and elephant herds. Hippos wallow in swamps while crowned cranes and flamingos decorate the skies.

After breakfast, relax at your lodge or continue exploring with your guide. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive or opt for a cultural visit to a Maasai village to learn about Kenya’s most iconic community.

- Looking for culture and wildlife together? Amboseli delivers both.

After breakfast, journey (~4 hrs) to Tsavo West National Park, a land of volcanic hills and lush oases. Check into Severin Safari Camp, where luxury tents combine wilderness and comfort.

In the afternoon, explore Tsavo West’s highlights: the clear waters of Mzima Springs, the vast Shetani Lava Flow, and the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, where black rhinos are carefully protected.

- Did You Know? Tsavo West is one of Kenya’s top strongholds for black rhinos.
- Want rugged landscapes with wildlife? Tsavo West offers both.

Distance: ~200 km | Drive Time: ~4 hrs

Start with a sunrise game drive—watch elephants roaming volcanic valleys, lions lazing on rocky outcrops, and birdlife filling the skies.

After breakfast, visit the dramatic Shetani Lava Flow before returning for lunch at camp. In the late afternoon, enjoy another safari drive, chasing golden light and Tsavo’s wild spirit.

- Travel Tip: Birders will love Tsavo West—home to over 600 bird species.
- Ready for adventure in Kenya’s most dramatic landscapes? Tsavo West awaits.

After breakfast, drive (~4 hrs) into Tsavo East National Park, Kenya’s largest reserve, famous for its vast plains and legendary red elephants. Check in at Ashnil Aruba Lodge, overlooking Aruba Dam—a prime wildlife hotspot.

This afternoon, explore Tsavo East’s wilderness on a game drive in search of elephants, lions, cheetahs, and rare antelope.

- Want authenticity away from crowds? Tsavo East is the place to be.

Distance: ~210 km | Drive Time: ~4 hrs

Spend a full day exploring Tsavo East. Morning and afternoon game drives reveal herds of elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and predators like lions and leopards.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild or relax at your lodge between drives. Bird lovers can spot kingfishers, bee-eaters, and raptors soaring over the savanna.

- Safari Moment: Watching elephants cross the Galana River at sunset—a Tsavo signature sight.
- Craving untamed wilderness? Tsavo East delivers unforgettable encounters.

After breakfast, enjoy a farewell game drive before your return journey (~6 hrs) to Nairobi. Pause for a picnic lunch under shady acacias before arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure. Optional: Overnight stay in Nairobi can be arranged.

- Safari Reflection: From elephants beneath Kilimanjaro to volcanic hills and Tsavo’s red earth, this 8-day Kenya safari tour with Pita Safaris blends wildlife, landscapes, and authentic adventure. It’s also part of our wider East Africa safari packages, ideal for travelers seeking both Kenya-specific highlights and regional explorations.

- Inspired by Tsavo’s wild trails? Let Pita Safaris craft your dream safari today.

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