3 Days / 2 Nights Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary Safari

Wake up early to the chorus of birdsong for a morning game drive. This is one of the best times to spot wildlife, as many animals are active in the cooler hours of the day. You might witness predators returning from their nightly hunts or herbivores grazing in the fresh morning light. Your experienced guide will help you identify various species and share fascinating facts about the ecosystem. After a hearty breakfast back at the lodge, prepare for a unique excursion to the Taita Hills cloud forest. As you ascend into the hills, you'll notice the landscape changing dramatically. The savannah gives way to lush, misty forests that are home to a variety of endemic plant and animal species. Keep an eye out for rare birds like the Taita Thrush or the Taita Apalis, found nowhere else in the world. Your guide will explain the delicate balance of this unique ecosystem and the conservation efforts to protect it. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to a traditional Taita village. Here, you'll have the opportunity to interact with community members, learn about their customs and way of life, and perhaps participate in traditional activities or crafts. This cultural exchange provides valuable insights into the relationship between the local communities and wildlife conservation. As darkness falls, prepare for an exciting night game drive. Armed with spotlights, you'll venture into the sanctuary after dark, seeking out nocturnal creatures rarely seen during daylight hours. Look for bushbabies leaping through the trees, civets prowling the undergrowth, or the shining eyes of leopards on the hunt. The nighttime savannah comes alive with a whole new cast of characters. Return to the lodge for another delightful dinner, perhaps enjoying a traditional Kenyan dish. Spend the evening stargazing in the clear African sky before retiring to your comfortable room, filled with memories of an action-packed day.

Rise early for one final game drive in the sanctuary. This is your last chance to spot any wildlife you might have missed and to bid farewell to the animals you've come to know. As the morning mist lifts, revealing the beauty of the landscape, take a moment to reflect on your experiences in this unique corner of Kenya. After a leisurely breakfast at the lodge, it's time to begin your journey back to Nairobi. The drive back offers a chance to digest your experiences and enjoy the scenery one last time. You'll arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, carrying with you unforgettable memories of misty hills, diverse wildlife, and warm cultural encounters from your time in the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.