Is this safari suitable for first-time travellers?

Yes - the combination of conservancy and national park offers varied wildlife viewing with manageable travel distances.

What makes Ngutuni Lodge special?

The lodge overlooks a busy waterhole, allowing guests to view wildlife directly from the property.

How does Tsavo West differ from Ngutuni?

Tsavo West features dramatic volcanic terrain and permanent water sources, while Ngutuni offers a more exclusive conservancy setting.

Is wildlife viewing guaranteed?

Wildlife sightings are generally excellent, though they depend on natural animal movements and environmental conditions.

2 Days Ngutuni & Tsavo West (from Mombasa, Diani, Kilifi, Malindi,Watamu)

Overview

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Overview

Discover the perfect blend of exclusive conservancy wildlife viewing and dramatic volcanic landscapes on this two-day safari to Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy and Tsavo West National Park. Combining intimate game drives in Ngutuni with the scenic highlights of Tsavo West, this safari offers varied terrain, abundant wildlife, and a comfortable overnight stay at Ngutuni Lodge overlooking a busy waterhole.

Ideal for travellers seeking diversity in landscapes and wildlife within a short coastal getaway, this itinerary balances exploration with relaxation.

Trip Highlights

Exclusive game drives in Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy with fewer vehicles
Visit to Mzima Springs with hippos and crocodiles in crystal-clear waters
Exploration of the dramatic Shetani Lava Flow
Excellent chances of spotting elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and antelope
Overnight stay at Ngutuni Lodge overlooking a floodlit waterhole
Scenic landscapes combining open plains, woodland, and volcanic terrain
Outstanding photography opportunities throughout the safari

Day 01 :

Ngutuni Game Drive Itinerary

05:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Departure from the Coast
Distance: 250 – 300 km (depending on starting point)
Drive Time: 4.5 – 5.5 hours

Early morning pickup from your hotel or residence in Mombasa, Diani, Kilifi, Malindi, or Watamu. Travel inland as coastal palms give way to expansive plains and scattered acacia woodland. Arrive at Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy in time for lunch at Ngutuni Lodge, set against sweeping views of the conservancy.

12:30 p.m. – 01:30 p.m. | Lunch at Ngutuni Lodge

Enjoy a relaxed lunch overlooking the lodge’s waterhole, where elephants and plains game frequently gather, before heading out for your afternoon safari.

02:00 p.m. – 05:30 p.m. | Afternoon Game Drive in Ngutuni

Set out on a guided game drive across Ngutuni’s open plains and seasonal riverbeds in a 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser. The conservancy supports healthy populations of elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and various antelope species. With limited vehicle numbers, the experience is intimate and well suited for close wildlife encounters and photography.

05:30 p.m. | Dinner & Overnight at Ngutuni Lodge

Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation. As night falls, observe wildlife gathering at the floodlit waterhole directly from the lodge terrace, offering a memorable and tranquil evening in the wild.

Day 02 :

Tsavo West Exploration

06:30 a.m. – 09:30 a.m. | Early Morning Departure to Tsavo West and Game Drive

After an early breakfast, depart for Tsavo West National Park and begin a morning game drive through rolling hills, woodland, and volcanic terrain. Search for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of plains game in this scenic and diverse landscape.

09:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Visit to Mzima Springs

Explore Mzima Springs on foot with a ranger, observing hippos and crocodiles in crystal-clear pools fed by underground streams from Mount Kilimanjaro. The lush vegetation and fresh water create a striking contrast to the surrounding semi-arid landscape.

11:30 a.m. – 01:00 p.m. | Game Drive via Shetani Lava Flow

Continue your safari past the dramatic Shetani Lava Flow, learning about the region’s volcanic history while searching for additional wildlife across the rugged terrain.

01:00 p.m. – 02:00 p.m. | Lunch at a Lodge or Picnic Site

Enjoy lunch within or near the park before preparing for the return journey.

02:00 p.m. – 07:30 p.m. | Return to the Coast
Distance: 250 – 320 km
Drive Time: 4.5 – 5.5 hours

Depart Tsavo West in the afternoon and travel back to Mombasa, Diani, Kilifi, Malindi, or Watamu, arriving in the evening with diverse wildlife sightings and scenic safari memories.