Discover the beauty of Kenya’s wildlife on an unforgettable safari to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, a private conservation area located on the edge of Tsavo West National Park. This safari offers the perfect combination of scenic landscapes, rich wildlife, and comfortable safari accommodation, making it ideal for both local travelers looking for a weekend getaway and international visitors seeking an authentic African safari experience.
The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and over 300 bird species. Guests can enjoy thrilling game drives through the savannah, spectacular views of the Taita Hills, and close wildlife encounters at the famous Salt Lick Safari Lodge, where animals gather around waterholes just meters away from the lodge.
Located about 6 hours from Nairobi, Taita Hills is a perfect safari destination for travelers who want to experience Kenya’s wildlife without traveling too far from the capital or coastal regions.
Whether you are visiting Kenya for the first time, planning a romantic safari, traveling with family, or simply looking for a refreshing nature escape, this safari offers a memorable adventure in one of Kenya’s most scenic wildlife sanctuaries.
Nairobi (Hotel pickup) or
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – Nairobi
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary offers a peaceful and less crowded safari experience compared to larger national parks, while still providing incredible wildlife viewing opportunities.
Visitors can expect:
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi. After a short briefing from your driver-guide, you will travel through Kenya’s scenic countryside toward Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
Upon arrival, check in at your safari lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Explore the sanctuary while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and possibly lions.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation while watching wildlife gather at nearby waterholes.
Overnight stay at a safari lodge in Taita Hills.
Start the day with an early morning game drive, the best time to see wildlife when animals are most active.
After breakfast, relax at the lodge and enjoy wildlife viewing from the viewing decks. Later in the afternoon, head out for another game drive across the sanctuary’s scenic landscapes.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Enjoy breakfast followed by a short morning game drive before checking out.
You will then begin the return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon with unforgettable memories of your safari adventure in Kenya.
