Halfway from Nairobi to Mombasa, one of the largest National Parks in the world, the largest park in Kenya (21,000 sq. Km), Tsavo, is located, the boundaries of which are symbolically marked by flows of solidified lava. Due to its vast territory, the park is divided into 2 parts: Tsavo West and Tsavo East. Although there are no mountains in the eastern part of the park, which makes the landscape flatter and more monotonous, the safari here is absolutely excellent. Regarding the western part of the park, it is worth noting that historically this volcanically active part is considered to be more lively and interesting, however, each part of the park is attractive and unique in its own way. In other words, for true connoisseurs of the truly wild African safari, Tsavo is the perfect place. And if you are relaxing on the coast, then God himself tells you to visit this untouched corner of African nature.

The main land of Tsavo is open savannah and bushland, whose forests are inhabited by buffaloes, lions, cheetahs, antelopes, gazelles, giraffes and zebras. Without further ado, the park is magnificent, and visiting it allows you to see almost all the most significant objects of the animal world of East Africa at once.
The sights of Tsavo are the Ngulia Canyon and the Tsavo River, on the banks of which huge flocks of birds, herds of antelope, buffalo, and “pink elephants” have found shelter. Yes Yes ! They do exist. These animals have such an unusual color due to the reddish-pink dust covering their bodies, which is characteristic of Tsavo Park.

But the most unique local creation of nature is the Mzima underground springs, which are located in the east of the park. Every day, the earth erupts from its bowels 500 million liters of bubbling crystal clear water, which, by the way, provides Mombasa with most of the drinking water. Palm trees, tamarin trees and reeds grow around the transparent lakes. Also here you can see overgrown baobabs, as well as many umbrella-shaped trees and brightly colored acacias. In the center is a small underwater observatory, which can be reached by footbridge. This observatory was built for the filming of a wildlife film and has since become a landmark in Mzima. A few steps – and you are in a glass shelter from where you can watch flocks of tilapias, there you can see the grace and grace with which crocodiles and hippos move in the water, and also look at other animals that came to the watering place. Safari in this part of the park is one of the best: you get great pleasure even without predators, although most often they still appear.

Growling Cliffs (Tsavo West)
If you are a fan of the vast African landscapes, then do not be too lazy to climb these rocks. From here, a panoramic view of the expanses of Tsavo Park opens at a glance. From such a height, not only the local eagles can watch what is happening below, but you too! The rocks owe their name to the cicadas that live in these places, the constant buzzing of which hits the bare rocks with the wind and produces an unusual hum effect.

Volcanic rock and Shetani cave and Chaimu crater (Tsavo West)
In the park, you can see a giant (8 km by 1.6 km) black volcanic block that formed in these places more than 240 years ago. You can climb it and in the center you will see a small cave. Chaumu volcano crater is a recent evidence of volcanic activity. It is also possible to climb it, as there is a specific trekking route on it.

Ngulia Game Reserve (Tsavo West)
Right at the foot of the Ngulia Hill is a 70 sq. km. Behind a special fence, more than 50 endangered black rhinos are under protection. It is possible to organize a trip around the park and watch this rare animal species.

Falls of Lugard
Falls of Lugard представляют собой пороги на бурлящей реке, которая исчезает из вида в узком ущелье. Interest is also aroused by multi-colored stones that have undergone the destructive effects of water and have unusual carved figures.

How to get there: Tsavo East: by car from Nairobi (330 km) or from Mombasa (153 km)
Tsavo West: by car from Nairobi (240 km)

When: Tsavo West/East – September, October, January, February, March.