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Tsavo East and WestThe twin National Parks of Tsavo East and West together form one of Africa’s largest wilderness reserves.
The sheer scale of this national park gives the visitor a chance to really get away from it all, and to explore the wild in total solitude. On safari here you will see large herds of elephant, their hides often a luminous red with dust, as well as Lion, Buffalo, Eland, Giraffe Impala, Kudu and possibly Rhinoceros.
It is a bird-watcher’s paradise with numerous species of weavers, horn bills, sun birds, rollers, and raptors commonly seen. 
One of the most interesting geographical features is the Lugard Falls, where white water rages through a series of spectacular rock formations.Also not to be missed is the volcanic Mzima springs. These natural springs produce 50 million gallons of fresh sparkling water daily. These waters are alive with shoals of barbel and hippopotamus and waterfowl. A unique underwater observatory has been built that gives you an incredible view of this crystal clear underwater world, where massive hippos glide silently through swirling shoals of barbel.
These springs have created a sprawling wetland paradise of giant Raphia palms and oases alive with water birds. Both parks are ideal for those who enjoy solitude and a chance to explore wilderness without encountering other people. Lodges and Camps tend to be remote and accessible by long drives or air transfer. The parks' relative proximity to the
Mombasa coast
makes it an ideal safari destination for those staying on the coast, or wishing to combine a safari and beach holiday. Many tourists in Mombasa combine their beach holidays with visits to the Shimba Hills and the game sanctuaries, Amboseli National Park or the Chyulu Hills. Click on the following link if you are interested in
touring the Tsavo Park.
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