- Kenya
- ~22,000 km² combined (East: 13,747 km²; West: 7,065 km²)
- 1948
- Taita-Taveta
- Famous for "Red Elephants," man-eating lion legends, and the Big Five.
- Moderate risk.
- ~2°46′S 38°46′E
- Mostly unfenced; divided by the A109 highway and railway.
- Semi-arid grasslands, savanna, and volcanic landscapes (West) vs. flat, dry plains (East).
- and (Dry seasons) for wildlife congregating at water holes.
Tsavo is Kenya’s largest protected area. is known for its vast, open horizons and the Yatta Plateau (the world's longest lava flow), while is more mountainous and lush, featuring the famous Mzima Springs. It offers a "true wilderness" feel with far fewer tourists than the Mara.
- Mtito Andei and Manyani (West); Voi, Buchuma, and Sala (East).
- Several airstrips (e.g., Kilaguni, Finch Hattons) serve the parks via Safarilink or private charter.
- ~4–5 hours from Nairobi or ~2–3 hours from Mombasa.
- The SGR "Madaraka Express" stops at Mtito Andei and Voi, providing a unique way to reach the park.
- Shetani lava flows and ancient caves.
- Crystal-clear pools where hippos and crocs are viewed from an underwater tank.
- Dotted with massive baobab trees and the Galana River.
- Named for the iron-rich red dust they spray on their skin.
- All present, including a highly protected rhino sanctuary in Tsavo West.
- The "giraffe-necked" antelope often seen standing on hind legs to browse.
High concentrations of game at Mudanda Rock and Aruba Dam.
Bird migration; lush green landscapes; "Dust-free" photography.
Tsavo is for those seeking scale and solitude. It is the best destination to combine a safari with a beach holiday in Mombasa due to its proximity to the coast.