Tsavo West National Park

Tsavo National Park is one of the largest conservation areas in the World, covering about 4% of Kenya’s total land area. The park is named after the Tsavo River that flows from west to east. For administrative purposes it was divided into two national parks, namely, Tsavo East and Tsavo West. The park is located in south eastern Kenya about 240km (150 miles) from Nairobi on the highway to Mombasa. Tsavo West National Park is 9,065 sq.km. in size, characterized by a rugged arid landscape. It ranges from 200-1000 metres in altitude.

The most iconic attraction in the park is the Mzima springs with its underwater observation chamber for close-up views of hippos and crocodiles. The other park highlights include; Shetani lava flow, Chaimu volcanic crater and lava field, Five sister’s hills, It’s magnificent wildife viewing and the outstanding birdlife. The park is also well known for its Red-coloured Elephants, which love to dust bath in the red coloured soil. The parks can be accessed through Mtito Andei Gate, Man Eaters Gate, Chyulu Gate and one other near Maktau. There are three main airstrips in the park at Kilaguni, Finch Hattons and Ol Donyo Wuas. However many of the lodges have their own private airstrips