Coast Province, Southeast Kenya, near Mombasa

Tsavo East National Park

Theatre of the Wild

Overview

Tsavo East is Kenya’s largest national park, famous for its vast open spaces and the legendary “Red Elephants” that dust themselves with the park’s rich ochre-colored soil. The park offers a true wilderness experience away from the crowds.

Quick Facts

Location Coast Province
Known For Red Elephants
Best Time June to October and
January to February. The dry season makes wildlife easier to spot around water sources.

Wildlife Highlights

What you'll see

Red Elephants

Huge herds dust-bathed in characteristic red Tsavo soil.

Big Cats

Lion, cheetah and leopard roam the plains and bush country.

Plains Game

Buffalo, giraffe, zebra, kudu, hartebeest and oryx in great numbers.

Crocodiles

Massive crocodiles inhabit the Galana River

Things to do

Safari Activities

Game Drives

Explore the vast plains and river circuits

Galana River

Spot crocodiles and hippos at Lugard Falls

Bird Watching

Over 500 recorded species including ostriches

Wilderness Camping

Remote campsites under the African stars

When to Visit

Best Time for Amboseli

Jun – Oct

Best wildlife viewing as animals concentrate at water sources.

Jan – Mar

Hot, sunny and excellent for game viewing.

Nov – Dec & Apr – May

Beautiful scenery and great birding.

Photo Gallery

A taste of Tsavo East

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