Welcome to Tsavo East National Park in Kenya, the home of the Red Elephants. Naicef shows you the best Tsavo safari with Tsavo East National Park attractions and activities.
Tsavo East is a paradise for spotting the famous man-eating lions. Similarly, it is one of the popular attractions in Kenya.
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History of Tsavo East National Park Kenya
Established in April 1948, Tsavo East National Park has an area of 13,747 sq. km. Together with Tsavo West National Park, the combined area forms the Tsavo National Park about 22,000 sq. km.
This is one of the oldest national parks in Kenya. The oldest is Nairobi National Park.
Tsavo River flows west to east through the national park located in Taita Taveta County. These two national Parks are governed by the Kenya Wildlife Service.
Evidence of archaeological fossils was recorded from the ground surfaces of Tsavo. According to research, the late Stone Age archaeological sites are found close to the Galana River.
Another Kenyan Park with an archaeological site is Sibiloi National Park in Kenya.
In early human settlement, the inhabitants hunted wild animals, fished and kept domesticated animals.
Tsavo was a homeland for Orma Pastoralists and Watha hunters-gatherers until 1948 when it was gazetted as one of the national parks in Kenya.
This called for the park to stop being a hunting ground and be managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service.
A dark cloud once shadowed the Tsavo National Parks in December 1898 which saw the Tsavo Lions attacking, killing and maiming at least 135 railway construction workers.
The construction was stopped immediately. Tsavo East National Park in Kenya is located in Voi, Tsavo.
Tsavo East National Park fees
Tsavo East National Park fees for East African ResidentsÂ
Adults- KES 500
Child- KES 250
Tsavo East National Park fees for the Rest of African visitors
Adults- USD 30
Child- USD 20
Tsavo East National Park fees for International visitors
Adults- USD 80
Child- USD 35
Car charges in Tsavo East National Park in KES
Car charges in Tsavo East National Park are charges on per day basis
Vehicles from 5 seaters and below KES 300
Vehicles from 6-12 seats KES 1030
Vehicles from 13-24 seats KES 2535
Vehicles from 25-44 seats KES 4050
Vehicles from 44 seats and above KES 5000
Tsavo East National Park fees for Aircraft per single landing in KES
Aircraft with less than 3 seats KES 300
3-6 seats KES 500
7-14 seats KES 1000
15-20 seats KES 2,155
21 seats and above KES 3,015
Annual Passes for Tsavo East National Park
Adults KES 43,100
Child KES 10,340
Corporates KES 103,440
Tour driver KES 6,000
Tsavo East National Park accessibility
Visitors to the park can enter the park via different gates such as;
- Manyani gate
- Voi gate
- Buchuma gate
- Sala gate
By road, the park can be accessed from the Nairobi-Mombasa highway.
By flight, there are airstrips to facilitate flight landing, and they include
- Voi airstrip
- Satao airstrip
- Sala airstrip
- Aruba airstrip
- Bachuma airstrip
- Ithumba airstrip
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Tsavo East National Park Attractions
1. Wildlife
In the beginning, there was a mention of Tsavo East National Park being the ‘Theatre of the Wild’. Expect every kind of wildlife here!
They include the big 5 Lions, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhinos- both black and white rhinos. There are a lot of lions to point, there is a book named ‘The Man-eaters of Tsavo’
Other mammals include Zebras, Giraffes, Eland, Gazelles and gerenuk, Tree hyrax and many more.
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2. Birdlife
The park is home to over 500 species, including vibrant Lovebirds, striking Kingfishers, majestic Herons, and impressive Ostriches, among many others.
During the rainy seasons, there are good views of the birds because there are migratory birds and it’s breeding season.
3. Yatta Plateau
From Lugard Falls, you’ll see the World’s longest lava flow running along the boundary of the park. This 300-kilometre-long plateau was formed by hot running lava from Ol Doinyo Sabuk mountain.
Also see Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park guide.
4. Mudanda Rock
It offers a great point for wildlife that come and drink water from this area. During the dry season, it has perfect views of wildlife coming to drink water.
Spot your favourite animal from here!
5. Lugard Falls
Lord Frederick Lugard was the first European to visit the white waterfalls located at the Galana River. Hippos and Crocodiles can be seen at the bottom of these falls.
6. Aruba Dam and Kanderi Swamp
Built in 1952 across the Voi River, the dam provides a water reservoir for wildlife during the dry season.
7. Tsavo River
Running through the park, the river connects with the Athi River to form the Galana River.
Other wildlife areas in Kenya cut through rivers include Samburu National Reserve, Kora National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve.
Tsavo East National Park Activities
1. Game drives
This is the main activity in the Tsavo National Parks to sight wildlife, man-made and natural attractions of the parks at any time of the day, yes even nighttime.
In the daytime, rise, shine and get active with the animals at this time. It is a recommended encounter and if you’re in luck, you’ll see episodes of Predator Vs Prey!
In the nighttime, be sure to view nocturnal creatures that make use of the night to fascinate you with their movements.
During the nighttime at Tsavo East National Park, rangers accompany you as you take photos or films of the animals.
2. Birding
Bird lovers, carry your binoculars to spot your favourite and newly favourite birds with our Naicef Professional guide explaining their characteristics.
3. Nature walks
Exploring Tsavo East National Park on foot is a wonderful experience as you get intimate with nature.
This activity strictly happens with the company of a ranger who shares information about the different attractions in the park.
There is another soothing nature walk with a beautiful view of Mount Kilimanjaro from Amboseli National Park
Tsavo East National Park accommodations
Where to stay at Tsavo East National Park? Tsavo East National Park lodges range from Luxury to mid-range and budget accommodations.
Luxury accommodations include
- Finch Hatton camp- It has the largest bush spas in East Africa!
- Sarova Saltlick lodge
- Rhino Valley Lodge
- Satao camp
- Kiboko camp
Mid-range camps include
- Asnil Aruba
- Red Elephants Lodge
- Leopard Lodge
- Severin camp
- Soroi Lions Bluff Lodge
- Voi wildlife lodge
Budget camps include
- Manyatta camp
- Voyager Ziwani Safari camp
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the park is in Voi, Kenya. It is best known as the theatre of the wild and home of the man-eating lions and Red Elephants.
Some of the best attractions include
- The big five- and a lot of lions!
- Zebras
- Tree hyraxes
- Eland
- Giraffes
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