5 Day Big Five Safari in Tsavo East and West, Amboseli, and Taita Hills, Kenya

You will be accommodated in various lodges or camps along the way as follows:

• First night: Voi Safari Lodge or Voi Wildlife Lodge
• Second night: AA Lodges or Kibo Safari Camp
• Third night: Ngulia Safari Lodge
• Fourth night: Sarova Salt Lick Lodge

Voi Safari Lodge

Perched on the top of a cliff-faced hill, Voi Safari Lodge is uniquely designed to be a hinge-like structure overlooking Kenya's Tsavo East plains extending as far as the undulating terrain of the Yatta Plateaus. This vantage positioning of the lodge has made it a stopover for many safari adventures, nature lovers, and holidaymakers who are assured of sampling Kenya's wildlife attractions that continuously beat a track to the three water holes sunk by the ledge below the cliff. The lodge is also popular with the travelers who pass along the Mombasa - Nairobi highway. It is located 165 kilometers from Mombasa and has the advantage of being within a park that is served with a good infrastructure including communication facilities.

Voi Safari Lodge has 52 en-suite standard rooms with three stories and stands in proud contrast to its rocky surroundings. Voi Safari Lodge's swimming pool has a view of wildlife at the waterholes and the plains beyond. The unique dug up rock swimming pool has crystal clear water which invites to a refreshing dip after a dusty day on Kenya safari. Voi Safari Lodge also has a restaurant serving good food on a buffet basis and a well-stocked bar with smashing views. The surroundings of the lodge are dotted by wild and planted flora that stand out beautifully and liven up the rocky terrain.

• Mid-range

Facilities

• Swimming pool
• Restaurant
• Bar

Voi Wildlife Lodge

Officially opened in 2003, the lodge is situated on a 25-acre site on the boundary of Tsavo East National Park, one of Kenya’s largest game parks with spectacular views of nearby volcanic outcrops, such as the Kasigau, Sagalla and Mwakingali Hills. Designed to blend unassumingly into the surrounding environment, the lodge boasts a natural waterhole often attracting big game, including elephant, lion, cheetah, buffalo as well as a rich variety of birdlife.

Accommodating up to 300 guests, all rooms have spacious en-suite bathrooms and are furnished in African decor that is replicated throughout the lodge. The luxury rooms comprise two four-poster beds and views of the Savannah, which one can enjoy from the comfort of one’s balcony or terrace.

• Mid-range

Facilities

• Ensuite bathrooms
• Two four-foster beds
• Spa
• Restaurants
• Bars
• Children’s outdoor recreation area
• Swimming pool and jacuzzi
• Badminton courts
• Volleyball court
• Table tennis
• Pool table
• Discovery area complete with a mini-library, TV and DVD facilities
• Health club
• Business center
• Conference room

AA Lodges

AA Amboseli Lodge is built in a three-tier architectural design and is strategically located two kilometers from Amboseli National Park's main gate (Kimana Gate) and conveniently within the Emali-Loitoktok tarmac road. It is 240 kilometers from Nairobi, 16 kilometers from Amboseli airstrip, 20 kilometers from the Emali, 20 kilometers from the Emali-Loitoktok tarmac road and commands a panoramic view of the snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro, the world’s highest free standing mountain. With a total of 98 rooms, the lodge is intimate and friendly with many personal touches.

Kibo Safari Camp

Kibo Safari Camp is a luxury tented camp in Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Kibo Safari Camp has 73 self-contained tents for single, double, triple, and family accommodation. The beds have been custom designed and locally made using bush logs and will ensure a good night’s sleep. All tents have flush toilets, showers, and wash basins. You can enjoy your shower as you like: bubbling hot or refreshing cold.

• Mid-range

Facilities

• Art gallery
• Conference facilities
• Dining room
• Gift / souvenir shop
• Lounge and bar
• Massage
• Swimming pool

Ngulia Safari Lodge

Ngulia Safari Lodge, built in 1969, is located in Tsavo West National Park, which is home to a big host of wild animals. It can be accessed from Nairobi (260 kilometers away), through Mtito Andei Gate, or from Mombasa (250 kilometers away) through Tsavo River Gate. The lodge is perched on the Ndawe Escarpment just below Ngulia Hills, overlooking the rhino sanctuary surrounded by scenic hills. You will spend your second night here.

Ngulia Safari Lodge no doubt has one of the most breathtaking views in Kenya. It has 52 standard rooms, all equipped with a bath and shower, as well as a balcony with a view of the vast wilderness and floodlit waterholes. It has two restaurants. The main restaurant, built in an open-air style, has a view of floodlit waterholes and the Leopard dining tree. There is also the Leopard view bar open in the evenings before the arrival of the leopards from the wilderness. Guests can enjoy their meals as they watch the leopards feast, the other animals drink water and make love, and the birds compete in their melodies.

• Mid-range

Facilities

• Balcony
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Swimming pool

Sarova Salt Lick Lodge

Set within the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, this remote hotel perched on stilts overlooking open plains is 10 km from the A23 road. Humble rooms with ceiling fans feature tea and coffeemaking facilities, safes and mosquito nets.

Amenities include a casual restaurant offering floor-to-ceiling windows, plus a bar with a terrace. Outdoor, wilderness dining options can be arranged. There's also a spa. Guided safaris and nature hikes are available. Event space is offered.

Facilities

• Free Wi-Fi
• Free breakfast
• Free parking
• Accessible
• Pool
• Air-conditioned