Wildlife safaris in Africa

Africa is a dream destination for travellers. It offers everything from thrilling action-adventure to sheer, indulgent opulence.

Spotting a magnificent black-manned lion on a mission to kill, relaxing to watch elephants mud-bathing in the midday sun, or following a pack of wild dogs at high speed as they hunt – all have figured amongst our travellers’ best wildlife safaris in Africa.

Choosing the wildlife safari which is best for your trip to Africa depends enormously on you: what you want to see, how you like to travel and what kind of experiences you want. Make your first step towards this: a call to discuss your ideas with our team leader will be of great help!

Whether you want to witness the Serengeti’s Great Migration, track rhino on foot or gently approach some of the world’s last mountain gorillas, you’ll find ideas below. Then use our expertise to find the best wildlife safaris in Africa for you: call us now! Or email us info@taiglobalelective.com

Masai Mara Safari

Masai Mara National Reserve is Kenya’s finest wildlife reserve. The wildlife is abundant and the gentle rolling grasslands ensure that animals are never out of sight. Birds, too, are prolific. The Masai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas. The annual wildebeest’s migration alone involves over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November.

There have been some 95 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles and over 400 birds species recorded on the reserve. Nowhere in Africa is wildlife more abundant, and it is for this reason a visitor hardly misses to see the big five (buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino). Other game includes hippos, cheetah, Grant’s gazelle, impala, topi, Coke’s hartebeest, giraffe, Roan antelope and the nocturnal bat-eared fox.

1 Day Safari Tour - Tsavo East National Park - 2 Hours

Tsavo East National Park

A safari Van will pick you up from the residence in Mombasa by 5:00A.M and drive along the main Mombasa-Nairobi highway through semi-arid country to the Tsavo - East National Park and enter the park through Buchuma Gate

You will begin looking for animals on entry into the park passing via Aruba Dam and Kanderi Swamp where more animals may be found. Tsavo East National Park is one of the world's greatest Wildlife Sanctuaries noted for its vast elephant herds and a variety of wild animals including lions, leopards, cheetah, giraffe, buffalo and other plain game. Lunch will be served at a stop-over restaurant. You will then proceed on your safari tour looking for more animals as you drive towards the exit gate and depart to Mombasa arriving late afternoon.

2 Days 1 Night Safari Tour-Tsavo East National Park

Day 1: Mombasa - Tsavo East National Park - 2 hrs drive

You will be picked in the morning and drive along the main Mombasa-Nairobi highway through semi-arid country to the Tsavo East National Park and enter the park through Buchuma Gate.

You will begin looking for animals on entry into the park as you concentrate on the direction of your accommodation lodge/camp, passing via Aruba Dam and Kanderi Swamp where more animals could be found. Tsavo East National Park is one of the world's greatest Wildlife Sanctuaries noted for its vast elephant herds and a variety of wild animals including lions, leopards, cheetah, giraffe, buffalo and other plain game. Lunch time will get you at the lodge where you will check in, enjoy lunch buffet and relax within the lodge/camp.

In the late afternoon around 4:00 P.M You will be picked up for another session of game viewing in search for more animals; lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, antelopes, zebras, hyenas, warthogs within the park till late, around 6:30 P.M.
Dinner and overnight at the Lodge/Camp

Mombasa City Tour

The tour presents some of the best highlights of this colourful old city. Your tour will visit the bustling fruit and vegetable market, which has been in operation since colonial days. As you wander the streets of the Old Arab Town, you will see the intricate hand carved doors, and balconies the bustling fruit and vegetable Mackinon market, which has been in operation since colonial days hanging over the narrow streets, unchanged for hundreds of years. Protecting the harbour stands Fort Jesus which was built by the Portuguese over 400 years ago to protect their interest in East Africa against Omani Arabs. See how it went from a fort to a prison, to a tourist attraction. Walk under the famous elephant tusks on Moi Avenue, which you probably have seen in those old African adventure movies. Finally we visit the Akamba wood carvers centre. Here you can purchase a fine hand carved African memento. A short excursion full of cultural experience, history and not to forgot the friendly people. For the photographer, sights and opportunities for great photos abound.

Malindi Excursion.

Malindi is one of Kenya’s Coastal towns north of Mombasa. Just like Mombasa, Malindi holds a lot history. Its scenic beauty and clean white beaches makes it one of the most visited towns. Visit the ruins of the 13th century Swahili village of Gede, lying south of Malindi. The Gede ruins, a 13th Century Swahili Settlement in Malindi Nestled in thick forest, this village remained hidden away from historic and texts as well - nothing is recorded about it. Explore its vast compound and you’ll come across palaces, houses and mosques built with coral, sand and plaster, with a blend of Swahili and Arabic architecture.

Nairobi Excursion.

All this excursions can be organised for you on your way to the Masai Mara or after.

Tanzania Safari

Tanzania is home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth – the great migration of wildebeest and zebra. The resident population of lion, cheetah, elephant, giraffe, and birds is also impressive. There's a wide variety of accommodation available, from luxury lodges to mobile camps. The Park can be divided into 3 sections. The popular southern/central part (Seronera Valley), is what the Masai called the "serengit", the land of endless plains. Its classic savannah dotted with acacias and filled with wildlife. The western corridor is marked by the Grumeti River, and has more forests and dense bush. The north, Lobo area, meets up with Kenya's Masai Mara Reserve.

Arusha Three Days Excursion

You will be picked up upon arrival in Arusha for your transfer to the accommodation site in Arusha, Tanzania. This will be a free evening since you arrive at approximately 2PM at Kilimanjaro International Airport Moshi/Arusha.

Discover UGANDA …the Pearl of Africa!

So far discovered by few tourists, Uganda is still virtually untouched and pure. Wildlife – Uganda is among the countries that offer amazing views of Mountain Gorillas and chimpanzees plus other wildlife living in their natural habitat all in a secure environment.
Uganda presents the Big 5 animals worth seeing on your safari in Uganda.
Besides the wild animals such as the lions, zebras, giraffe, rhino, buffalo and others, you can decide to visit the Murchison Falls, or take on white water rafting on the Nile, visit cultural and historic sites or take on bungee jumping. There is so much to see and do.
This is probably the most abundant countries across Africa; in a number of areas it’s possible to harvest as many as 3 crops every year. In the south eastern corner close to Rwanda, the recently cultivated apple trees are producing 2 crops every year. Coffee in plenty and some of the best mountain cultivated Arabica beans, as well plenty of Robusta beans offer the basis for the majority of instantaneous coffee plus cola drinks in the western world.

What People Say About Us

Travelling and voluteering abroad has helped us to understand the meaning of life and it has helped us become better people. Each time we travel, we see the world with new eyes.

Travelling abroad was one of the best things I've ever done. With this program, we got the opportunity to immerse ourselves into the healthcare system of Kenya through our hands-on experiences in a public hospital. I also got the chance to spend time in orphanages and schools, which was not only beneficial to the kids but definitely for me as well. Additionally, we went on a safari, visited beaches, toured Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus, and saw the famous Mombasa elephant tusks. This trip not only allowed me to become a better future physician, but a better person overall. I greatly encourage students to participate in a program such as this; it truly is a life-changing adventure.

Courtney Cox.

Student, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona U.S.A.

My name is Nydia Orrantia and I attend The University of Arizona. I am majoring in Physiology and would like to pursue a career in Physician Assistant. I had been wanting to volunteer abroad for about three years, but being in my comfort zone had restricted me of doing so. This year I was determined to come out of my comfort zone and I started doing my research in which program would fit me better, and I came across Tai Global Elective. This program stood out for me because of the opportunities that are given to you to be able to interact so much with patients and have a great amount of hands on experience. After completing this trip I felt like it not only gave me the experience nor exposed to a different medical culture, but also had the opportunity to help a third world country with much needed assistance. I have been blessed to be given an opportunity like this and I know I was greatly committed to give my all to this experience.

Nydia Orrantia

Physiology Major, University of Arizona, Tucson

Coming to Mombasa, Kenya with Tai Global Electives has truly been a life changing experience. The program they offer really let me experience a completely different side of medicine and health care that I may have never gotten to experience where I come from, Canada. Being only a pre-med student, I want to be absolutely sure that spending the next 10 years studying medicine was right for me. This opportunity really allowed me to see what it would be like working in a hospital, with other doctors, caring for patients. During my three-week internship at Coast Provincial General Hospital I worked along side Doctors and nurses on a daily basis. I spent time in different departments such as Emergency, Minor Surgery, Surgery, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.

John Demarco

Student University of Ontario Canada

Choosing to travel with Tai Global Elective was one of the best decisions I have made for my medical career. I worked with Doctors in all medical fields and completed rotations to see what department was best suited for me. The experiences and challenges I encountered really taught me the value of medicine in a developed country. The experience was much more than I initially anticipated; it allowed me to grow as an individual and see what kind of Doctor I want to be. You learn how to handle high-pressure situations and your presence truly makes a difference in the lives of many. If you are interested in volunteer work with local orphanages like myself, Tai Global organizes trips for you to do so. The crew was incredible, they tried their best to make you feel welcomed and right at home from the day you arrived to the day you left. I highly recommend anyone going into the Health Care professional to travel to Africa and work in a public hospital. The obstacles you face and overcome will change your life. Going in with an open mind I embraced the culture and the people around me and fell in love with Africa. I’ll be back one day!

Nisha Vanmali