SALT LICK SAFARI
OVERVIEW
This is a luxury five day tour of the Tsavo West National Park, home to some of the most iconic and endangered wildlife in Africa, such as elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, and cheetahs. The park is more than just a wildlife destination. It is also a place of history and culture. Guests can explore the remains of the First World War battles that took place here between the British and the Germans, or visit some of the local Maasai villages, and learn about their traditions and culture.
Accommodation is at Salt Lick Safari Lodge, one of Kenya's flagship lodges, famed for being among the World's Most Photographed Lodges. Set in the heart of the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, the lodge is a luxurious safari escape overlooking a waterhole and the vast Tsavo plains. The lodge features spacious, well-appointed double rooms, all elevated on stilts and built across two levels. The elevation allows for the free flow of elephant movement below, who frequently visit the adjacent waterhole to quench their thirst. This creates a scene, where guests can enjoy breathtaking views of large herds of elephant, from the comfort of their room window. Even better views can be experienced in the lodge's common areas, where guests can sit a few metres from groups of wild elephant, enjoying the refreshing waters. Guests can sip cocktails at the Vuria Bar Lounge, with a deck just above the waterhole, or enjoy an excellent range of local and international dishes at the Bura Restaurant.
Transport to and within the national park is by road, in private safari landcruiser 4x4 vehicles, with pop-up roofs for panoramic 360° game viewing. The vehicles are driven by professional driver-guides, with comprehensive knowledge of the reserve and the wildlife within.
This tour is customizable. The number of days can be increased or decreased as per request. Travel to and from the game reserve, can be changed to air travel instead of by road.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Magical Views: Unique to the Salt Lick Safari Lodge, the experience of being up close to large herd or elephants throughout the day is one that stays with guests forever.
- Tsavo: This vast and diverse park is home to all members of the Big Five and many more. Due to its sheer size, you could explore it for days, and always encounter a new wildlife experience.
ACCOMMODATION
Salt Lick Safari Lodge
This luxurious safari escape, overlooking a waterhole and the vast Tsavo plains, offers well-appointed double rooms that give you a chance to enjoy breath-taking views of wildlife from the comfort of your room.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Full Board Accommodation: includes all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Private Safari Vehicle with professional driver-guide
- Airport transfers on Arrival and Departure
- 24 Hour Support
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL:
- You'll be picked up from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
DAY 01: NAIROBI TO TSAVO
- We depart early in the morning for the Tsavo.
- Check in at Salt Lick Safari Lodge in time for lunch.
- Spend a relaxing afternoon at the lodge, or have an afternoon game drive.
- Enjoy a full-course dinner, and spend your first night in your luxury room.
DAYS 02 - 04: TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK
- Arise for an early morning breakfast in preparation for the day.
- Proceed to a morning game drive, with plenty of time to spot wildlife before they seek cover to cool off from the mid-day sun.
- Return to the lodge in time for a sumptuous lunch.
- Relax and enjoy the facilities.
- Go for an afternoon/evening game drive (Optional).
- Enjoy a full-course dinner and relax with exquisite views of the wild at night.
* Full-Day Game Drives with packed lunch, can be arranged within these days.
** A range of extra activities can also be organised within these days (see the Extra Activities list below).
DAY 05: TSAVO TO NAIROBI
- Wake up at 6 am for a sunrise game drive.
- Return to the lodge for breakfast and prepare for checkout.
- Depart for Nairobi.
- Have lunch at a selected restaurant in the capital.
DEPARTURE:
- Additional accommodation at the end of this tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- You'll be dropped off at the airport.
EXTRA ACTIVITIES
This tour can be customised by adding the following activities to the itinerary:
- Bush Breakfasts
- Bush Dinners
- Sundowners
- Night Game Drives
- Guided Walking Safaris
- WW1 Museum Tour
RATES (USD)
| * Park View | Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Apr - 30th Jun | 1890 | 1380 |
| 3rd Jan - 28th Mar, 1st Jul - 23rd Dec | 2266 | 1470 |
| 29th Mar - 1st Apr, 24th Dec - 2nd Jan | 2386 | 1530 |
| * Waterhole View | Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Apr - 30th Jun | 2170 | 1410 |
| 3rd Jan - 28th Mar, 1st Jul - 23rd Dec | 2330 | 1510 |
| 29th Mar - 1st Apr, 24th Dec - 2nd Jan | 2450 | 1570 |
NOTE
- The rates above are per person.
- The rates are based on rooms that accommodate 2 adults.
- Request a quote for the option to add a third person to a room.
DISCLAIMER
- We reserve the right to change the rates as advertised.
- If you request changes to the tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
- If an accommodation is fully booked, we will suggest alternative options of similar quality.
- This tour is subject to the Terms & Conditions of Kararan Tours Ltd.