Budget SafariTsavo & Lamu Bush-and-Beach
About this safari
Wild meets Swahili — the red elephants and spring-fed pools of Tsavo, then the timeless dhows and barefoot beaches of car-free Lamu Island for a relaxed coastal finale.
Wild meets Swahili — the red elephants and spring-fed pools of Tsavo, then the timeless dhows and barefoot beaches of car-free Lamu Island for a relaxed coastal finale.
Your itinerary
A guide to your journey — we’ll fine-tune every day around you.
Day1
Arrive in Nairobi → Tsavo
🍽 Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Finch Hattons
Arrive in Nairobi → Tsavo
Karibu! On arrival you are met by your safari specialist and travel on to Tsavo. Tsavo is wild and vast — its famous “red” elephants dust-bathing in the ochre soil, lava flows and the palm-lined oasis of Mzima Springs. This is raw, uncrowded African wilderness on an epic scale.
Day2
Exploring Tsavo
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Finch Hattons
Exploring Tsavo
Tsavo is wild and vast — its famous “red” elephants dust-bathing in the ochre soil, lava flows and the palm-lined oasis of Mzima Springs. This is raw, uncrowded African wilderness on an epic scale. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day3
Travel to Lamu Island
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Peponi Hotel
Travel to Lamu Island
Today you journey on to Lamu Island. A car-free UNESCO-listed Swahili town of carved doors and dhows, Lamu is a timeless island finale — barefoot beaches, fresh seafood and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean.
Day4
Exploring Lamu Island
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Peponi Hotel
Exploring Lamu Island
A car-free UNESCO-listed Swahili town of carved doors and dhows, Lamu is a timeless island finale — barefoot beaches, fresh seafood and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day5
Exploring Lamu Island
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Peponi Hotel
Exploring Lamu Island
A car-free UNESCO-listed Swahili town of carved doors and dhows, Lamu is a timeless island finale — barefoot beaches, fresh seafood and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day6
Departure
🍽 Breakfast
Departure
After a final breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight — or extend with a beach finale (just ask). We say kwaheri until your next adventure.
Where you’ll travel
Nairobi → Tsavo → Lamu Island
Your lodges & camps
Every property on this safari has its own page on our site — explore the rooms, amenities and gallery before you travel.
Luxury Tented CampFinch Hattons
Edwardian-style luxury beside spring-fed pools in the wilds of Tsavo West.
Beach ResortPeponi Hotel
A legendary seafront hotel on the dunes of Shela, Lamu Island.
What’s included
✓ Included
- All internal light-aircraft flights & transfers
- All park & conservancy entrance fees
- Accommodation as specified
- All meals on safari as specified (B/L/D)
- Private 4×4 game drives with an expert local guide
- Drinking water on safari
- All government taxes & levies
- Airport meet-and-greet & transfers
✕ Not included
- International flights to/from East Africa
- Visas & travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides & camp staff
- Premium drinks & champagne
- Personal expenses & laundry
- Optional activities (balloon safari, gorilla permits where not stated)
Dates & prices
Join one of our guaranteed group departures below — or ask us to run this safari privately on any date you choose.
Sat 1 Aug 2026 – Thu 6 Aug 2026
- 👥 2 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Last minute price — save $310 per person (book by 18 Jul 2026)
Sat 12 Sep 2026 – Thu 17 Sep 2026
- 👥 3 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 24 Oct 2026 – Thu 29 Oct 2026
- 👥 5 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 19 Dec 2026 – Thu 24 Dec 2026
- 👥 Fully booked — join the waitlist
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 27 Feb 2027 – Thu 4 Mar 2027
- 👥 6 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Early bird price — save $380 per person (book by 29 Dec 2026)
Sat 8 May 2027 – Thu 13 May 2027
- 👥 7 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Sale price — save $470 per person
💰 Per person sharing, set-departure group rate. Single supplement +$790. Deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel — card · PayPal · M-Pesa.
What guests say about this safari
Thomas P.
Google · March 2026Our guide Joseph made the safari unforgettable — his knowledge of the bush is extraordinary and the camps were superb.
Aisha & Sam
SafariBookings · February 2026Honest pricing, zero hidden costs and a team that genuinely cares. We are already planning our next safari with them.
Frequently asked questions
How does the tailor-made process work?
You tell us your dates, interests and budget, and a specialist designs a personalised itinerary — no fixed packages. We refine it together until it’s exactly right, then handle every booking and detail for you.
Is this safari suitable for children?
Yes — we offer a reduced child rate and can adapt the pace, game-drive timing and camps to suit families. Let us know your children’s ages and we’ll tailor it.
How do I secure my booking and pay?
A deposit secures your dates, with the balance due before travel. We accept secure card payments, PayPal and M-Pesa. Full terms come with your quote.
What about flights, visas and insurance?
International flights, visas and travel insurance are not included, but we’ll happily advise on all three and recommend trusted options.
Can I extend with a beach holiday?
Absolutely. A Zanzibar or Diani beach finale is a popular add-on — we’ll build it seamlessly into your itinerary.

Make this journey your own
Change the dates, the camps, the pace — anything. Tell us your dream and a real specialist will craft it around you, with no obligation.

