2-Day Safari in Taita Hills from Mombasa

4.8 (42)
Duration
2 days
Group Size
1 to 14 people
Ages
6 - 99 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

Salt Lick Lodge is located in the heart of a private Wildlife Sanctuary which lies adjacent to Tsavo National Park, therefore playing an increasingly important role in the protection and conservation of Kenya's wildlife heritage.  All rooms are built in two storey blocks from a central pod and linked together by elevated platforms overlooking a salt slick and small waterhole. Early morning and late afternoon game drives provide an ideal opportunity to view and photograph the diverse array of wildlife within the sanctuary. The water holes below provide a wonderful opportunity to view animals at close proximity in their habitat. The lobby and terraced bar offer excellent views and photographic opportunities, while an underground tunnel and bunker with ground level windows provides unbelievably close, yet safe access to variety of animals as they drink water. Night game drive provide guests with an opportunity of seeing animals not usually encountered on daytime game drive.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 7 years

Pickup

Any hotels located on South Coast of Mombasa - Time zone: Africa/Nairobi

• If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. • Minimum age is  07 years • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Overnight accommodation
English Speaking Driver/guide. For Spanish/French/German/Italian subject to request at the time of booking as supplement charges may apply
Meals as per itinerary
Other
Other
Gratuities
Other

Itinerary

Day 1: Mombasa to Taita
Meet your driver/guide and depart from your hotel around 6am. Drive North, along the main highway towards Nairobi, following the route of the railway line built by the British, late in the nineteenth century. The road passes through the warehouses and workshops on the outskirts of Mombasa, climbing steadily and soon the vast plains of Tsavo become visible in the distance, with the rolling Taita Hills on the horizon.  Enter Ngutuni Sanctuary for a game drive which borders with Tsavo East National Park. Lunch at Ngutuni Lodge overlooking a waterhole.  Afternoon proceed to the Taita Hills Sanctuary arriving at the Salt Lick Lodge, built on stilts overlooking a waterhole where animals come to drink. Around 4pm proceed on a game drive that beholds captivating views of the Taita Hills. The Sanctuary hosts varied species of birds and animals that include Lions, Elephants, Giraffe and Zebras returning to the lodge for dinner.

Taita Hills Safari Lodge. Or Salt Lick Safari Lodge (feature: Salt Lick tunnel observe wildlife up-close at waterhole)

Lunch:

Dinner:

Day 2: Taita Hills Lodge - Mombasa
Early morning game drive in the Sanctuary. On a clear day, the imposing magnificence of the snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro crystallizes your morning drive returning to the Resort for breakfast. 09h30 After breakfast proceed on a short game drive in the Sanctuary arriving at the Taita Hills Lodge for lunch. Afternoon drive to Mombasa and onward to your hotel arriving in the evening

Breakfast:

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • Min 6 days: 100%
  • From 2 to 6 days: 50%
  • From 0 to 2 days: 0%
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Adult (12 - 99 years)
Minimum: 1, Maximum: 14
Children (6 - 11 years)
Minimum: 0, Maximum: 14
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