Distance: 240 km from Nairobi, 250km from Mombasa (Mtito Andei Gate).

By air: There are 3 airstrips in the park

Gates: Tsavo, Lake Jipe, Mtito Andei (Kamboyo HQ), Chyulu, Maktau and Ziwani.

Roads: The main access routes are through Chyulu Gate from Amboseli and Mtito Andei Gate from Nairobi.

Visitors from Mombasa also use Tsavo Gate near Manyani.

The Park can also be reached via Taveta - Voi road through Maktau, Ziwani and Jipe Gates.

Airstrips: Kamboyo, Kilaguni, Tsavo Gate, Jipe, Kasigau,Finch Hottons, Ziwani, and Maktau airstrips are in good.

MODE OF PAYMENT: Through Ecitizen  (https://kws.ecitizen.go.ke/ ) via MPesa, Visa Card, RTGS ,Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

Special Services/Activities: 

Security/Guided tour per guide:

 Ksh. 1,720 – up to 4 hours

 Ksh. 3,015 – Over 4 hours

Night Game Drive (Per person per trip):

 Ksh. 2,155

Vehicle Charge per Day:

No. of Seats KSH.

 Less than 6 seats 300

 6-12 seats 1,030

 13-24seats 2,585

 25-44 seats 4,050

 45 seats and above 5,000

Wildlife

Leopard, Cheetah, Wild dogs, Buffalo, Rhino, Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion,Crocodile, Mongoose, Hyrax, Dik- dik, Lesser Kudu, and Nocturnal Porcupine. Prolific birdlife features 600 species.

Park Size

7065 sq. Km

Climate

Temperature ranges from 20-300 c and rainfall from 200mm – 700 mm,Two rain seasons: Long rains – March & April & short rains – Nov/ December.

When to go

All year round

What to take with you

Drinking water, picnic items and camping equipment if you intend to stay overnight.

Also useful are: binoculars, camera, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and guidebooks

Tsavo West is home to the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary; this is where the growing population of highly endangered black Rhino. Glorious game drives; Tsavo West offers some of the most magnificent game viewing experiences in the world; Spot the Leopard, cheetah, buffalo, rhino, elephant, giraffe, zebra, lion, plains game, crocodile, mongoose, hyrax, Oryx, dik dik, lesser kudu, Klipspringer and the nocturnal porcupine. The prolific bird life features 600 recorded species.

The Park features over 1,000 plant species and a mixed habitat of bush, grasslands and acacia woodlands dotted with baobab, ivory palm, saltbush, doum palm, tamarind and fig trees. Cave exploration at Shetani lava flow is also another activity visitors can enjoy. The molten lava that forms Shetani lava spewed from the earth about 200 years ago and according to the local folklore, the fiery fury was work of the devil.

The Poacher; Lookout and roaring rocks is a panoramic vantage point from which to catch a bird’s eye view of the scenic topography

and the movement of wildlife. Lake Jipe that lies astride Kenya and Tanzania boarder teems with aquatic life while bird watching is also a major activity for bird lovers around the lake. The picturesque identical five sisters of Tsavo hills are a volcanic feature that provides a scenic backdrop for wildlife photography. Chaimu Hill is a unique one that stands on its own.

Set in the quietude of nature, KWS offers a modest and wide range of self-catering accommodation options targeting the budget traveler. Whether you are looking to get away from the exhausting grind of life, a break away from the hustle and bustle of the city right into the serenity of bush, or you just long to soak in your senses and reconnect with nature, KWS bandas and guesthouses offer the perfect ambience.

Tsavo West N. Park offers the following:

Kamboyo Guest House

Accommodation; 1unit, 8Pax

Consists of four bedrooms; master bedroom with a double bed and a single bed, 2nd bedroom with a double bed, 3rd bedroom with two single beds and 4th bedroom with a single bed.

Amenities;

Two bathrooms, one being ensuite to the master bedroom. .

Equipped with a kitchenette, caretaker, electricity and toiletries.

Rates;

Citizens & Residents Ksh.15, 000

Non Residents US$ 240

Lake Jipe Cottages

Accommodation; 3units; 2Pax per unit

Each unit consists of two single beds and one communal kitchen located outside. Kitchen is equipped with cutlery, cooking utensils and gas.

Amenities;

Lighting is powered by solar panels

Rates;

Citizens & Residents Ksh. 3,000

Non Residents US$ 50

Camping:

Public Campsites;

For this category, standard amenities are provided; water, toilet/bathroom and kitchen area. Public campsites do not require prior booking.

 Komboyo

 Chyulu

 Lake Jipe

Special Campsites:

For this category, only camping grounds are provided. The visitor has to reserve the campsite well in advance for exclusive use.

Visitors are required to bring with them personal effects, drinking water, a source of fire and kitchen utensils. Most special campsites

are located near rivers in the park unless otherwise indicated.

 Kudu

 Little Royal

 Simba

 Palm Tree

 Maji ya Chumvi

 Kichwa Tembo

 Pipeline

*Reservation of bandas/guesthouses and special campsites should be done through the park warden or through KWS headquarters

reservations desk; reservations@kws.go.ke

*Prevailing camping rates apply per person per day for both special and public campsites including other park charges.

Privately owned Lodges and Tented camps;

 Finch Hatton’s tented camp lodge

 Voyager Safari Camp

 Kitani Severin Safari Camp

 Ngulia Safari Lodge

 Kilaguni Serena Lodge

 Rhino valley: 6 self-catering cottages

Telephone: +254 (0) 164 20 613

Email: tsavowestnp@kws.go.ke