The best months to visit Tsavo National Park are Jun – Oct. Dry season; wildlife concentrated at waterholes.
Quick facts
Currency Kenyan Shilling (KSh) KSh 130 ≈ $1 USD; USD widely accepted
Language Swahili / English Both official; guides speak English
Timezone EAT (UTC+3) No daylight saving
Best Months Jun – Oct Dry season; wildlife concentrated at waterholes
Daily Budget ~$80–200 USD Park fees + accommodation + guide
Visa eTA required Kenya e-Tourist Authorization: $30 online before travel
When to go
Kenya's largest wilderness: two vast parks covering 22,000 km² where red-dusted elephants, lions, and rhinos roam landscapes that shift from savannah to volcanic badlands.
Visa & Entry in Tsavo National Park
- Kenya requires an e-Tourist Authorization (eTA), so apply online at etakenya.go.ke for $30. Processing takes 1–3 days. Not available on arrival since 2024
- Direct flights to Nairobi (NBO) from London, Amsterdam, Dubai, and major African cities. Mombasa (MBA) is a 1-hour drive from Tsavo East gate, so fly to Mombasa and enter Tsavo from the south
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic countries. Proof of vaccine or exemption certificate checked at immigration
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Tsavo National Park travel guide.
Timezone: EAT (UTC+3) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tsavo National Park?
The best months to visit Tsavo National Park are Jun – Oct (Dry season; wildlife concentrated at waterholes), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Tsavo National Park budget breakdown.
