Wilderness Adventure
From $820 (2 Pax) · depending on seasonal, Pax & Vehicle
The three-day Ngutuni & Taita Safari combines two exceptional wildlife sanctuaries into one unforgettable adventure from Diani Beach. Your journey leads through ochre-colored landscapes and expansive bush savannah, where extended game drives guarantee memorable wildlife encounters. From the spectacular waterhole scenery in Ngutuni to the iconic Salt Lick Lodge in the Taita Hills – experience two contrasting ecosystems in one safari.
Safari Highlights:
- Night Game Drives in Ngutuni – The only location in the entire Tsavo East ecosystem where night drives are permitted
- 10,000-Acre Ngutuni Sanctuary – Private conservancy surrounded on three sides by Tsavo East, large elephant herds and lion prides
- Salt Lick Safari Lodge – World-famous stilted architecture, one of Kenya’s most photographed lodges with 24h wildlife viewing
- Over 300 Bird Species – UNESCO biodiversity hotspot in the Taita Hills with endemic species
- Short Journey from Mombasa – Only 2.5–3 hours from the coast, ideal for beach vacationers
After morning safaris and hearty breakfasts, the homeward journey via Kilimanjaro Restaurant leads back to the coast. Kwaheri! Until we meet again!
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights | Start/End: Diani Beach or Mombasa | Best time to travel: All year round, ideal January – March & July-October
A comprehensive safari for true wilderness immersion! Thank you for booking with Jungle Roar Safaris.
Overview
Experience the magic of two distinct private sanctuaries on this 3-day safari adventure. Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy (10,000 acres) sits surrounded on three sides by Tsavo East National Park, just 2.5 hours from Mombasa. This exclusive sanctuary is renowned for its short-maned Tsavo lions, impressive elephant herds, and over 500 bird species against the dramatic backdrop of the Sagala Hills (1,520m). As the only location in the entire Tsavo East ecosystem offering night game drives, Ngutuni delivers thrilling after-dark wildlife encounters. Your first night at Ngutuni Safari Lodge offers spectacular waterhole views where elephants and buffalo gather throughout the day and night.
Your journey continues to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary (28,000 acres), a UNESCO biodiversity hotspot bordering Tsavo West. Part of the ancient Eastern Arc Mountains dating back over 100 million years, this elevated sanctuary (1,200m) offers a spring-like climate year-round and harbors over 300 bird species, including rare endemic species. Your second night at the world-famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge features iconic stilted architecture and an underground viewing tunnel, where wildlife comes within arm’s reach at the illuminated waterhole.
Highlights
- Night Game Drives in Ngutuni – Exclusive nocturnal safaris with spotlights tracking hyenas, leopards, civets, genets, and owls
- Two Unique Lodges – Ngutuni Safari Lodge with Sagala Hills backdrop and Salt Lick's world-famous stilted architecture
- Salt Lick Underground Tunnel – Ground-level bunker for intimate animal viewing at the waterhole
- 24-Hour Waterhole Viewing – Both lodges overlook active waterholes with soft illumination for night viewing from private balconies
- Taita Hills Biodiversity – UNESCO Eastern Arc Mountains hotspot with endemic bird species and ancient cloud forests
