Taita Hills Salt Lick Safari, 2 Days from Nairobi

2 day Taita Hills safari from Nairobi. Night in a lodge on stilts over a waterhole, game drives in the sanctuary. From USD 640 per person.

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Ever watched elephants drink from your balcony at midnight?

Lujui Kenya Travels books this short safari for people who want big game without a long trip. The lodge sits on stilts over a waterhole, so the animals come to you.

Photos from real Authentic Adventures trips.

Best for

Couples who want a quiet night in the bush

Families with older children who love elephants

Travellers on the way to or from the coast

Photographers who like night scenes at a waterhole

Day by day

Day 1. Early pickup in Nairobi. Drive south past Mtito Andei and Voi with a lunch stop. Check in, then an evening game drive in the sanctuary. Dinner and a night of watching the floodlit waterhole.

Day 2. Sunrise game drive to look for elephants, buffalo and lions. Breakfast at the lodge, then the drive back to Nairobi by evening. A drop at Voi for the train to Mombasa is also possible.

Included

Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a driver guide

One night full board at the lodge on stilts

Two game drives in the sanctuary

Sanctuary entry fees

Bottled water on the road

Not included

Drinks at the lodge

Lunch on Day 1 on the road unless stated

Tips for the guide and lodge staff

Personal travel insurance

Why book through Lujui Kenya Travels

One clear written quote before you pay

A real person who replies in minutes on WhatsApp

Trips run on the ground by a TRA licensed Nairobi safari operator, named in your written quote

Coast drop offs planned in the same quote

Questions people ask

How far is Taita Hills from Nairobi?

About 360 km. Plan on 6 to 7 hours with a lunch stop on the way.

Can I see animals at night?

Yes. The waterhole is lit after dark and elephants often come to drink while you watch from the lodge.

Can I connect this trip to Mombasa or Diani?

Yes. Your guide can drop you at Voi for the train or drive on to the coast for an added fee.

What should I pack?

Light layers, a warm top for the night, a hat, sunscreen and binoculars. The road can be dusty.

How to book

WhatsApp or call +254 748 265 886, email info@lujui.com or book online on this page.

Share your dates, number of guests and the room style you like.

Lujui Kenya Travels checks space with the ground operator and sends your written quote.

Pay securely online once you are happy with the plan.