3 days, 2 nights
3 Day Amboseli Safari
A full day at the swamps and Observation Hill, with two dawns for Kilimanjaro.
3 days, 2 nights
Amboseli Budget Camping Safari
Simple tents, full game drives and a price that works for backpackers and students.
- Duration
- 3 days, 2 nights
- Starts
- Nairobi hotel or airport
- Vehicle
- 4x4, shared or private
- Group type
- Solo travellers, friends, students
- Price
- From USD 820 pp sharingDraft per person price, season dependent
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The short answer
The Amboseli Budget Camping Safari is 3 days and 2 nights in a camp or simple tented camp near Amboseli National Park, in a shared or private 4x4 from Nairobi. You get the same park, game drives and elephants as the pricier trips, with meals and the KWS fee included. From USD 820 pp sharing.
Overview
Amboseli Budget Camping Safari
Amboseli does not need a big budget. Spend on what matters: the vehicle, the guide and the game drives.
You sleep in a simple tent or at a budget camp, eat well and spend the days in the same park as everyone else.
Highlights
- Camping or budget tented camp
- Same park, same game drives, same elephants
- Hearty meals included
- Small group or private option
Day by day
Itinerary
- Day01
Nairobi to Amboseli
Leave Nairobi early and drive via Emali to the park (4 to 5 hours). Camp check-in, lunch and an afternoon game drive.
- Day02
Full day in the park
Dawn drive for elephants and Kilimanjaro. Observation Hill, a packed lunch and an afternoon at the swamps.
- Day03
Final dawn and return
Sunrise drive, breakfast, pack camp and drive back to Nairobi.
What you get
Included
- 4x4 safari vehicle and driver-guide
- Camp accommodation (tent, bedding and meals as listed)
- Fuel and game drives
- KWS park entry fees (USD 90 per adult per day at Amboseli for non-residents, rate checked 17 Oct 2026)
- Bottled drinking water
- Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
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
Camping is the heart of this package. Upgrade to a lodge room any time. Ask us for the price difference.
Route
Route and drive times
Nairobi to the park via Emali is about 204 km. Camps near the gates keep early starts short.
- Leg01
Nairobi to Iremito Gate via Emali
204 km, 4 to 5 hours. Tarmac to Emali, then the last 21 km on gravel. The distance is the KWS figure.
- Leg02
Nairobi to Kimana Gate via Emali and Kimana
About 240 km, 4 to 5 hours. The eastern gate, handy for camps near it. Camps near the gates keep early starts short.
- Leg03
In the park: swamps and Observation Hill
Dawn drive, packed lunch, afternoon at the swamps. Camp check-in on day one, a full day in the park on day two.
- Leg04
Back to Nairobi
About 204 km, 4 to 5 hours. Sunrise drive, breakfast, pack camp and drive back.
Gallery
On safari
FAQ
Questions about this safari
Is camping safe near wildlife in Amboseli?
Amboseli camps follow strict routines for wildlife safety. On the Amboseli Budget Camping Safari you stay in your tent at night and follow your guide's briefing.
What is the camping setup on the Amboseli Budget Camping Safari?
At a typical Amboseli camp you sleep in a dome or walk-in tent with a mattress and bedding, eat meals prepared by camp staff and use shared washrooms. We confirm the exact tent type, bedding and meals for your dates at booking.
Can we upgrade a night on the Amboseli Budget Camping Safari?
Any night of the Amboseli Budget Camping Safari can be upgraded to a lodge room. Tell us which night and we price it.
Are meals included on the Amboseli Budget Camping Safari?
The Amboseli Budget Camping Safari includes the meals listed in the itinerary, plus bottled water. Tell us about any dietary needs when you book.
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