Tsavo, Kenya
At nearly 22,000km2, Tsavo is the largest national park in Kenya and one of the largest in the world. Due to its size this famous Kenya park park was split into two - Tsavo West and Tsavo East - for easier administration purposes. Tsavo is the ideal destination for people who seek solitude and privacy as well as the chance to explore the wilderness at its best.
With its proximity to Mombasa, the second largest city in Kenya (less than 100 km away) it is also a great safari tour option for those staying on the coast or those planning to relax on Kenya's beaches after a dusty safari. Tsavo also combines well with the nearby Amboseli National Park, Kenya.
Tsavo West, Kenya
The Tsavo West National Park is covered in volcanic cones, rocky outcrops and lava flows. The northern part of Tsavo West is the most developed in terms of lodges and infrastructure and has spectacular scenery with a rolling volcanic landscape carpeted in long grass and dense bush. One of the finest safari destinations in whole of Kenya and East Africa.
Tsavo East, Kenya
Across the highway from Tsavo West is Tsavo East. Famous for its large numbers of elephant and spectacular herds of up to 10000 buffalo, Tsavo East has more open savannah than its western sibling park.
The scrub-covered hills of the southern park have a very remote feel and the park, despite its great game, does not attract large numbers of tourists visiting Kenya. The best game viewing is along the watercourses and at the Kanderi swamp, which is not far from the main Voi gate. Thirty kilometres from the gate is the Aruba Dam and lion are commonly spotted around here.
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