3 days, 2 nights
3 Day Amboseli Safari
A full day at the swamps and Observation Hill, with two dawns for Kilimanjaro.
Amboseli National Park Safaris
Stand in Awe of Elephants Beneath Kilimanjaro.
Feel the thrill of watching wild elephant herds roam free, with Africa’s most iconic mountain rising behind them. Experience the Amboseli safari you’ll remember for a lifetime.
- 4x4Pop-up roof safari vehicles
- PrivateSafaris planned around your group
- WhatsAppDirect line to the team that plans your trip
- In writingItinerary and price before you pay
Packages
Featured safaris
Six ways to see Amboseli, from a single day to a luxury stay. Each one can be shaped around your dates and budget.
1 day
Amboseli Day Trip from Nairobi
Elephants, swamps and Kilimanjaro in one long day from Nairobi, about 15 hours door to door.
3 days, 2 nights
Amboseli Fly-In Safari
Fly from Wilson Airport and start your game drive within the hour.
4 days, 3 nights
Amboseli Honeymoon Safari
Quiet camps, private drives and a candlelit dinner beneath Kilimanjaro.
The park
Why Amboseli
A compact park with a huge sky. Permanent swamps, fed by water from Kilimanjaro that surfaces as springs, draw elephants through the dry months. Everything you came to see is close together.
01
Elephants like nowhere else
Amboseli's elephants have been studied since 1972 by the Amboseli Trust for Elephants, the longest running study of individually known wild elephants anywhere. Big families, big tuskers and calves feed in the open, close to the road.
02Kilimanjaro on the horizon
At 5,895 m, Kilimanjaro stands just across the border in Tanzania, and Kenya's plains give you the classic view of it. Dawn and late afternoon are your best windows.
03Easy to reach
About 204 km from Nairobi via Emali to Iremito Gate (KWS figure), a 4 to 5 hour drive. Or fly from Wilson Airport in about 40 to 50 minutes.
04Maasai country
Amboseli sits in Maasai land, and local communities still share the wider ecosystem with wildlife. We introduce you to it with respect.
Our approach
Why book with us
You get straight answers, a written plan and a guide who loves this park.
- One team, one number. You message the people who plan and run your trip. No call centre and no hand-offs.
- A plan you can read. Day by day itinerary, what is included and the price, in writing before you pay.
- Guides who read the park. They know where the herds are at dawn, where the light is best at five, and when to leave a sighting.
- Your pace, your budget. Budget, mid-range or luxury. Drive or fly. Day trip or ten nights.
- Amboseli first. We focus on Amboseli and the parks that pair with it, so our advice is specific, not general.
Accommodation
Where you'll stay
Nine lodges and camps across three tiers, from simple tents to luxury suites. We match the place to your budget and the views you want.
Budget
Kilima Safari Camp
Simple, comfortable camp with a strong focus on Kilimanjaro views, beside Kimana Gate.
Mid-range
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Full-service lodge with a pool, big rooms and mountain views, on private land near the park.
Mid-range
AA Lodge Amboseli
Comfortable base for families and groups, a few kilometres from Kimana Gate.
Luxury
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Upscale lodge with generous grounds and polished service, inside the park.
Luxury
Tortilis Camp
Luxury tented camp with Kilimanjaro at the doorstep, on the park's quiet south-western edge.
Seasons
The best time to visit
Amboseli is open all year. Dry months bring the clearest views and the best wildlife concentrations at the swamps.
- JanClear skies
- FebClear skies
- MarLong rains
- AprLong rains
- MayLong rains
- JunDry season
- JulDry season
- AugDry season
- SepQuieter
- OctDry season
- NovShort rains
- DecGreen, birds
Clearest views and gameShort rains, green and quietLong rains
Guide
Latest from the Amboseli guide
Practical, specific and written by the people who run the safaris.
Guide
Best time to visit Amboseli
Month by month: when the mountain shows, when the swamps fill with elephants, and when the park is quiet.
Guide
Amboseli park fees
How KWS entry fees work, who pays which rate, and how to pay online before you arrive.
Guide
How to get to Amboseli
Road routes, gates, flights from Wilson Airport and realistic drive times from Nairobi.
Guide
Amboseli elephants
Big tuskers, family herds and the longest running study of wild elephants anywhere.
Guide
Mount Kilimanjaro views from Amboseli
Where to stand, what time to look and how to photograph Africa's highest mountain.
Guide
Amboseli wildlife
What you will see besides elephants, from lions and cheetahs to hippos and plains game.
FAQ
Amboseli safari questions
How far is Amboseli from Nairobi?
KWS gives 204 km via Emali to Iremito Gate and 220 km via Namanga to Meshanani Gate. Both take about 4 to 5 hours by road. You can also fly from Wilson Airport in about 40 to 50 minutes.
How many days do I need in Amboseli?
A day trip works if you are short on time. Two days gives you a dawn on the mountain. Three days is the sweet spot, with a full day in the park. See our safari packages.
When is the best time to visit?
January to February and June to October are the driest months, with the clearest skies and the best game viewing. March to May brings the long rains and more cloud. Read the best time guide.
Will I see Kilimanjaro?
Often, but never guaranteed. Clouds gather around the summit as the day warms, so dawn and late afternoon are your best chances. Staying two or more nights improves the odds.
Can I fly to Amboseli?
Yes. Scheduled flights run from Wilson Airport in Nairobi to the Amboseli airstrip. See the fly-in safari.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and group size. We reply with a plan and a price. When you are happy, we confirm with a deposit. Details are on our booking policy page.
What are the park fees?
KWS sets park fees and they change. The Amboseli park fee for non-residents is USD 90 per adult per 24 hours as of Oct 2026, paid via KWSPay (eCitizen). We confirm the current rate when we quote you. Our park fees guide explains how it works.
Is Amboseli good for children?
Yes. The terrain is flat, the elephants are close and the days can be paced around children. See our family safari.
Your Amboseli safari starts with a message
Tell us your dates, who is coming and what you want to see. We reply with a plan and a price.