3 days, 2 nights
Amboseli Fly-In Safari
Fly from Wilson Airport and start your game drive within the hour.
- Duration
- 3 days, 2 nights
- Starts
- Wilson Airport, Nairobi
- Vehicle
- Scheduled flight + 4x4
- Group type
- Couples, small groups, families
- Price
- From USD 1,550 pp sharingDraft per person price, season dependent
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The short answer
The Amboseli Fly-In Safari is 3 days and 2 nights that starts at Wilson Airport in Nairobi. The flight to the Amboseli airstrip takes about 40 to 50 minutes, so you reach your first game drive within the hour instead of spending 4 to 5 hours on the road. From USD 1,550 pp sharing, with return flights included.
Overview
Amboseli Fly-In Safari
Flying turns a half day of road into about 40 to 50 minutes in the air. You see the Rift Valley and Kilimanjaro from above, and spend more of your trip in the park.
Your camp or our driver-guide meets you at the airstrip. You are on the plains within the hour.
Highlights
- Wilson Airport to the Amboseli airstrip, about 40 to 50 minutes
- More time on game drives, less on the road
- Scenic flight over the Rift Valley and Kilimanjaro
- Easy to combine with the Masai Mara or the coast
Day by day
Itinerary
- Day01
Fly to Amboseli
Check in at Wilson Airport and fly to the Amboseli airstrip (about 40 to 50 minutes). Transfer to your camp, lunch and an afternoon game drive.
- Day02
Full day in the park
Dawn drive for elephants and mountain, breakfast, Observation Hill and time at the swamps. A second game drive in the afternoon.
- Day03
Final dawn and flight back
A last early game drive, then your transfer to the airstrip for the flight to Wilson Airport.
What you get
Included
- Return scheduled flights Wilson Airport to Amboseli (published fares run about USD 320 to 380 per person and are included in the price)
- Airstrip transfers and 4x4 game drives with a driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals as listed
- KWS park entry fees (USD 90 per adult per day at Amboseli for non-residents, rate checked 17 Oct 2026)
- Bottled drinking water
Plan for
Not included
- International flights and Kenya entry authorisation
- Travel and medical insurance
- Drinks other than water, and personal items
- Transfers to and from Wilson Airport in Nairobi
- Tips for your guide and camp staff
Where you stay
Accommodation in three tiers
Flights suit every tier. Most fly-in guests choose a camp close to the airstrip so no time is lost on arrival.
Route
Route and drive times
Scheduled flights from Wilson Airport take about 40 to 50 minutes to the Amboseli airstrip. The airstrip is a short drive from the main lodge area.
- Leg01
Wilson Airport to the Amboseli airstrip
About 40 to 50 minutes in the air. Scheduled light-aircraft flight. The airstrip is a short drive from the main lodge area.
- Leg02
In the park: swamps, Observation Hill and the plains
Two nights, more time on game drives. Transfer from the airstrip to camp, lunch and an afternoon drive on arrival day, then a full day in the park.
- Leg03
Amboseli airstrip back to Wilson Airport
About 40 to 50 minutes in the air. A last early drive, then your transfer to the airstrip for the flight back.
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On safari
FAQ
Questions about this safari
How long is the flight to Amboseli?
The flight from Wilson Airport to the Amboseli airstrip takes about 40 to 50 minutes in the air, which replaces a 4 to 5 hour drive from Nairobi.
What is the luggage limit on the Amboseli Fly-In Safari?
Safari flights to Amboseli typically allow around 15 kg in a soft bag. Confirm the exact limit for your booking before you pack for the Amboseli Fly-In Safari.
Who meets us at the Amboseli airstrip?
Your driver-guide or camp vehicle meets you at the Amboseli airstrip, timed to your arrival, and your first game drive starts within the hour.
Can we combine the Amboseli Fly-In Safari with the Masai Mara?
Amboseli and the Masai Mara combine well by air: many guests fly between the two via Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Ask us for a combined route and price.
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Guides
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Short, practical guides from our team.
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