
Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five)
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 89 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) worth booking?
Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) is a 11-hour experience in Mombasa, Kenya, from $160 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 89 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (89)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $160 per person
Join us as we track down and watch the natural behaviours of Tsavo wildlife, from giraffes carefully navigating sharp thorns to pick fresh leaves and twigs of the Acacia trees, to Predators stalk impalas, gazelles, elands, zebras, fringe-eared oryx, dik-diks and other prey animals from the cover of sparse bush and shadows. This immense action unfolds against a vigilant backdrop of grazing and foraging elephants, buffalos, rhinos and other large herbivores. Walking under tree canopies filled with scampering monkeys, baboons, galago and other tree dwellers, ready to sound an alarm at the slightest sign of danger. With so many wildlife species within the diverse landscape, you will be delighted and thrilled every moment of your Experience with Expedition Happy Hour
What you get
About this experience
Join us as we track down and watch the natural behaviours of Tsavo wildlife, from giraffes carefully navigating sharp thorns to pick fresh leaves and twigs of the Acacia trees, to Predators stalk impalas, gazelles, elands, zebras, fringe-eared oryx, dik-diks and other prey animals from the cover of sparse bush and shadows. This immense action unfolds against a vigilant backdrop of grazing and foraging elephants, buffalos, rhinos and other large herbivores. Walking under tree canopies filled with scampering monkeys, baboons, galago and other tree dwellers, ready to sound an alarm at the slightest sign of danger. With so many wildlife species within the diverse landscape, you will be delighted and thrilled every moment of your Experience with Expedition Happy Hour
What's included
Included
- All Transportation in a Customized Safari Vehicle with a pop up roof for easy game viewing
- Pick up and Drop off in Mombasa & Diani
Not included
- Tsavo Entrance Fee 80/40 USD Adults/Children Per Person card payment to government website
- Lunch 5 - 20 USD - Kindly Discuss/Request guide for Options
- Items and Services of personal nature
- Tip and Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Diani Beach
Pick up from Diani/Mombasa/Nyali/Watamu/Malindi (4:30 Am) and Drive to Tsavo East, the largest park in Kenya. This will take roughly 3 hours. Upon entering, the first thing you noticed is the limitless flat and dry earth, kick starting your adventure.
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Tsavo Travel & Safaris
Spend the entire Morning spotting game in Tsavo's semi-arid to arid habitat, Fed by the confluence of Tsavo and Athi rivers, which go on to form Galan River. Apart from its wildlife attractions, you will also get to see the aforementioned Yatta Plateau on the horizon which is billed as the world’s largest lava flow. For Lunch Kindly Discuss/Request guide in advance, for Options or Suggestions that best suites you After Lunch, Enjoy an Afternoon Game Drive as you appreciate Tsavo’s scenic views and the fact that it is a dry and unforgiving place where crowding into smaller spaces especially in the dry season for access to water and habitat is common. Making animals more susceptible to predators. On the plus side, as the weaker and the diseased became easy picking, only the fittest and those who have the best genetic material, father the next generation. Ensuring the species as a whole is more equipped to survive in this hardship.
420 minutes here · Admission not included
Nyali Beach
Free Drop off at your Hotels/Residence or Location within Diani or Mombasa Island
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Malindi
Free Drop off at your Hotels/Residence or Location within Malindi
Pass by without stopping
Watamu
Free Drop off at your Hotels/Residence or Location within Watamu
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Mombasa
Free Drop off at your Hotels/Residence or Location with Mombasa Island
Pass by without stopping
Tsavo National Park East
Free Drop off at your Hotels/Residence or Location with Tsavo
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Expedition Happy Hour
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 89 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
89 verified traveler reviews for Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience - worth every penny
This was a very early start... im talking a 4.30 pick up! There was inly 6 of us in our jeep ( 2 families) Getting there was a mission because after a while everyone is up and on the roads and then the congestion starts. We stopped off first at Kilimanjaro Curio shop for breakfast and toilet break. Whilst here try the rolex. 👌and purchase a few items Onto the park Well it didnt start off well as there was nkthing to see! Our driver asked us to shout bingo when we spotted animals and Safari when to proceed..... well we went approx an hour not seeing anything. However our guide worked hard with his other colleagyes to locate tge animals for us and when ge did we have a great time spotting them and taking pictures. Then park to Kilimanjaro cafe for lunch.... Was a long tiring trip but worth it
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic safari experience
Fantastic experience and our Masha was great. He stopped for comfort breaks throughout the day when required and did his best to show us as many of the animals Tsavo east has to offer. Highlights were the close encounters with a herd of Elephant cows and Calfs, the large Black Mamba that Masha spotted trackside and the Crocodiles on the river. We are seasoned Safari goers and found Tsavo east to be one of the prettiest and diverse parks we have been to. Thanks again for a wonderful if not tiring day.
via Tripadvisor
East Tsavo Safari tour
Safari tour operator and driver were very friendly and accommodating. We could not have asked for a better company.
via Viator
So Many Elephants!
Tsavo is huge! This tour lets you see Tsavo East, which is probably more than enough for most people unless you want to do a multi day Safari. I saw tons of elephants as well as lions, zebras, gazelles, hippos, ostriches… you name it… I saw it (aside from rhinos, we didn’t see any rhinos). Keep in mind pick up will be very early in the morning - like 5 AM early in the morning. There is a lunch buffet available in the park. It’s reasonably priced and pretty good - plus you get to eat near a lot of elephants… so if you’d like elephants all the better. My tour guide was excellent, he really knew his way around the park. You will run into other vehicles at specific locations when certain animals are visible. This is a good thing because the drivers communicate with one another to ensure that all tourist see what they’re looking for. Again, this is a long day so be prepared. It’s definitely worth the trip and I recommend you do so if you have the opportunity.
via Viator
What a great experience!
Jeff was my guide and he was awesome ... patient and excellent with his explanations and stories. The transport arrived on time, was clean and reliable. This experience I would certainly recommend and do again. Oh yes, I did see lionesses, zebra, giraffe, hippos, buffalo, ostrich, and elephants .... I was very fortunate! Thanks guys.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $160 to $325
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Expedition Happy Hour, who run 21 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.8.
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Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mombasa.
How much does Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) cost?
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Prices start at $160 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mombasa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mombasa is not rushed.
Is Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 89 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mombasa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five)?
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Around 31 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mombasa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mombasa and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mombasa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mombasa?
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On Outty we rank every Mombasa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mombasa City Tour, Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus, Visit to Fort Jesus and the Old Town of Mombasa. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mombasa?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mombasa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five)?
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Included: All Transportation in a Customized Safari Vehicle with a pop up roof for easy game viewing; and Pick up and Drop off in Mombasa & Diani. Not included: Tsavo Entrance Fee 80/40 USD Adults/Children Per Person card payment to government website; Lunch 5 - 20 USD - Kindly Discuss/Request guide for Options; Items and Services of personal nature; and Tip and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 485 listed pickup locations in and around Mombasa. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five) if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Mombasa. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Day Trip - Tsavo East National Park ( Man Eater Lions of Tsavo & Other Big Five)?
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Across 89 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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