3 days, 2 nights
3 Day Amboseli Safari
A full day at the swamps and Observation Hill, with two dawns for Kilimanjaro.
2 days, 1 night
2 Day Amboseli Safari
One night, two game drives and a sunrise beneath Kilimanjaro.
- Duration
- 2 days, 1 night
- Starts
- Nairobi hotel or airport
- Vehicle
- Private 4x4, pop-up roof
- Group type
- Couples, friends, solo
- Price
- From USD 590 pp sharingDraft per person price, season dependent
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The short answer
The 2 Day Amboseli Safari is one night near Amboseli National Park. You drive about 204 km (4 to 5 hours) from Nairobi, take an afternoon game drive, wake for a dawn drive when Kilimanjaro is most likely to show, and return in the late afternoon. From USD 590 pp sharing, private 4x4 and KWS fee included.
Overview
2 Day Amboseli Safari
The 2 day safari is the sweet spot for a short break. You arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive, sleep in or beside the park and wake up for the best light of the trip.
Early morning is when Kilimanjaro is most likely to show its summit, and when elephants move out to feed. You are there for it.
Highlights
- Afternoon and dawn game drives
- A night in your choice of budget, mid-range or luxury camp or lodge
- Best chance of clear Kilimanjaro views at first light
- Back in Nairobi by late afternoon on day two
Day by day
Itinerary
- Day01
Nairobi to Amboseli
Leave Nairobi around 6:30 am and drive via Emali to Iremito Gate (about 204 km, 4 to 5 hours). Lunch at your lodge, then an afternoon game drive across the plains and swamps. Dinner and overnight.
- Day02
Dawn game drive and return
Out at first light for elephants and, weather allowing, Kilimanjaro at its clearest. Back for breakfast, then the drive to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon.
What you get
Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and a window seat for every guest
- Professional driver-guide for the whole safari
- Fuel, vehicle running costs and park game drives as set out in the itinerary
- Accommodation and meals as listed in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- KWS park entry fees (USD 90 per adult per day at Amboseli for non-residents, rate checked 17 Oct 2026)
- Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi (hotel or airport) unless stated otherwise
Plan for
Not included
- International flights and Kenya entry authorisation
- Travel and medical insurance
- Drinks other than water, and personal items
- Tips for your guide and camp staff
- Optional extras such as a Maasai community visit (about USD 25 to 50 per person, agreed with the host before you go)
Where you stay
Accommodation in three tiers
Tell us your budget and we match you to a place with the right views and the right pace.
Route
Route and drive times
Nairobi to Iremito Gate via Emali is about 204 km (KWS). The alternative route via Namanga to Meshanani Gate is about 220 km.
- Leg01
Day 1: Nairobi to Iremito Gate via Emali
204 km, 4 to 5 hours. Leave Nairobi around 6:30 am. Tarmac to Emali, then gravel for the last 21 km. The alternative is Namanga to Meshanani Gate, 220 km.
- Leg02
Day 1 and 2: in the park
Afternoon drive, then a dawn drive. Overnight at your lodge or camp. The swamps and Observation Hill are a short drive from the main lodge area.
- Leg03
Day 2: Iremito Gate back to Nairobi
204 km, 4 to 5 hours. After breakfast, arriving in the late afternoon.
Gallery
On safari
FAQ
Questions about this safari
Is one night enough in Amboseli?
One night in Amboseli is enough for two game drives and one dawn, which is the core of the park experience. A second night gives you another chance at a clear Kilimanjaro and a slower pace.
What time does the 2 Day Amboseli Safari reach the park?
The 2 Day Amboseli Safari reaches Amboseli National Park around late morning or lunchtime on day one, after a 4 to 5 hour drive of about 204 km from Nairobi.
Can I choose my lodge on the 2 Day Amboseli Safari?
You can choose a budget, mid-range or luxury camp or lodge for the night on the 2 Day Amboseli Safari. Pick from the list on this page and we confirm availability for your dates.
Will I see Kilimanjaro on a 2 day Amboseli safari?
Kilimanjaro is usually visible at dawn and late afternoon in Amboseli, because cloud gathers around the summit later in the day. The mountain is clearest in January and February and from June to October.
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Guides
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Short, practical guides from our team.
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