Tsavo West contains about half of this area and its habitat includes open plains and savannah bush, semi-desert scrub, acacia woodlands, numerous rocky ridges and outcrops, and swathes of riverine vegetation. Towards the Chyulu Hills, the landscape is of recent volcanic origin with some spectacular lava flows. The park is strikingly beautiful, particularly in the northern section close to the Chyulu Hills. It is possible to drive up to some fabulous vantage points such as Poacher’s Lookout where on a clear day it is possible to view Mount Kilimanjaro.
One of Tsavo West’s main attractions is the Mzima Springs, where sparkling crystal-clear springs are home to hippos and crocodiles that can be watched from an underground lookout. In addition, the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary is a 70 square kilometer fenced reserve, established to protect the black rhino, and this is one of the few places in the country where it is possible to view this incredible creature.
Head to the clear waters of the Mzima Springs for a glimpse of crocodiles and hippos in an underground lookout, or to the Ngulia Rhinoceros Sanctuary, one of the few places in the country where it is possible to view the majestic
These months provide the best wildlife viewing opportunities as the grass is short and the animals are drawn to water sources, especially to the river banks and watering holes in front of lodges.
There are many elephants, and they are often covered in red dust, giving them an eerie appearance. The park is also known for its maneless lions and big herds of buffalo. Black rhinos have been on the comeback in Tsavo since the ’80s when they were close to being locally extinct.
Aberdare National Park splits into two different
Tsavo East National Park is located in southeastern
Amboseli National Park is located in Loitoktok District
Tsavo West contains about half of this area
Lake Nakuru is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Maasai Mara (Masai Mara) is situated in southwest
Mount Kenya has shaped the cultures of groups
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