1-Day Tsavo East Safari from Diani Beach
Big Game, Vast Plains & A Full Safari Experience in Just One Day
Escape the beach for an epic day in the wild. Our 1-day Tsavo East safari from Diani Beach is designed for travelers who want an authentic safari experience without giving up precious vacation days. See red elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more — all in one action-packed day.
No overnight stay needed
Depart early, return by evening
Ideal for families, couples & short-stay guests
This is the most popular short safari from Diani Beach – and it books out fast.

Why Choose This 1 day Tsavo East Safari?
Full Itinerary – Diani to Tsavo East Day Trip
Time | Activity |
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4:30 AM | Early morning pick-up from your Diani Beach hotel |
7:00 AM | Arrive at Tsavo East – enter via Bachuma Gate |
7:30 AM | Game drive begins – lookout for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras |
10:30 AM | Visit Aruba Dam, a prime wildlife viewing spot |
12:30 PM | Buffet lunch at Voi Safari Lodge or similar |
1:30 PM | Optional short game drive en route to exit |
2:30 PM | Begin return drive to Diani Beach |
6:30 PM | Hotel drop-off — arrive with amazing memories |
Total game drive time: approx. 5–6 hours inside the park
Wildlife You May See
Red elephants of Tsavo
Lions, buffalo, zebras, giraffes
Cheetahs, waterbuck, ostriches
Dozens of bird species, including hornbills and eagles

What’s Included
Private round-trip transfers from Diani, Ukunda, or Mombasa
Tsavo East National Park entrance fees
Full-day game drive in open-roof 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional safari driver-guide
Hot buffet lunch at a scenic lodge
Bottled water throughout the day
Not Included:
Alcoholic drinks at lunch
Gratuities (optional)
Is This Trip Right for You?
Traveler Type | Is it a Good Fit? |
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Family with children | ✅ Yes – flexible & fun for kids 5+ |
Cruise ship guests | ✅ Yes – tight on time, long on value |
Honeymooners | ✅ Yes – romantic and exciting day trip |
Solo traveler | ✅ Yes – join as a private or small group |
Business/leisure combo | ✅ Yes – fit a safari into your short stay |

Book Now – Limited Spaces Per Day
We keep group sizes small to guarantee a personalized experience.
Book early to secure your seat!
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FAQs – Tsavo Day tour
Roughly 12–14 hours, including drive time. Expect 5–6 hours inside Tsavo East for game drives.
Yes. We do hotel pickups from Diani, Ukunda, Msambweni, Mombasa and cruise ports. Just let us know.
Absolutely. For many travelers, this is the perfect balance of beach and bush — no packing, no stress, just wildlife.