Nestled at the foothills of the Taita Hills and bordering the vast Tsavo West National Park, Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary offers an intimate safari experience in a beautiful private conservancy setting.
About The Park
Nestled at the foothills of the Taita Hills and bordering the vast Tsavo West National Park, Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary offers an intimate safari experience in a beautiful private conservancy setting.
Though smaller than many national parks, the sanctuary is rich in wildlife and scenic landscapes. Rolling hills, open plains and waterholes attract a variety of animals, creating excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Its peaceful atmosphere and exclusive lodges make Taita Hills a wonderful destination for travellers seeking a more relaxed and personal safari experience.
Getting There
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary lies about 360 km from Nairobi and can be reached by road in approximately 6 hours. It can also be accessed from Kenya’s coast, about a 3 to 4 hour drive from Mombasa.
Best Time to Visit
The sanctuary can be visited throughout the year, with excellent wildlife sightings often occurring around the waterholes during the dry seasons.
Recommended Stay
A stay of 1 to 2 nights is ideal to enjoy game drives within the sanctuary and relax at the lodge overlooking the wildlife-rich waterholes.
Safari Experience
Night game drives and close-up wildlife viewing at the waterholes make Taita Hills a distinctive safari destination.
Ideal Safari Combination
Taita Hills is often combined with Tsavo East National Park, Tsavo West National Park, or a beach holiday along the coast such as Diani Beach.
Wildlife You May Encounter
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its scenic landscapes and close-up wildlife viewing. The sanctuary also offers a peaceful setting with diverse birdlife and views of the surrounding hills.
Where to Stay in Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Salt Lick Safari Lodge is one of Kenya’s most iconic safari lodges, built on stilts overlooking a busy waterhole that attracts wildlife throughout the day and night. Guests enjoy spectacular wildlife viewing directly from the lodge’sviewing decks.
Set at the foot of the Taita Hills, this beautiful resort offers spacious rooms, lush gardens, and excellent hospitality. It provides a relaxing base for exploring the sanctuary and nearby Tsavo parks.
Planning Your Taita Hills Safari
“The sanctuary can be visited year-round, with particularly good wildlife viewing during the dry seasons when animals gather near waterholes.”
“A stay of 1 to 2 nights allows enough time to enjoy game drives and experience wildlife viewing from the lodges.”
“Visitors often see elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebrasand a variety of antelope species.”
“Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is approximately a6-hour drive from Nairobi.”
“Yes. It is commonly combined with Tsavo East National Park, Tsavo West National Park, or Kenya’s coastal destinations.”
“Yes. Salaton Safaris Ltd can design a personalisedsafari itinerary tailored to your travel style and interests.”
Plan Your Visit
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