Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Amboseli Safari from Nairobi with Kilimanjaro Views

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire the magnificent view of Mt. Kilimanjaro
  • 02 Ride into the wild side of Africa at Amboseli National Park
  • 03 Witness the great elephant herds in the wild
  • 04 Enjoy a late afternoon game drive with sunset views and elephants
  • 05 Spot big cats during a full-day game drive at the backdrop of Kilimanjaro

Get an unrestricted, magnificent view of the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa, while enjoying extensive game viewing and getting close to the wild side of the country. Amboseli National Park is one of the best places in the world to see great elephant herds in the wild, making this a rewarding short safari from Nairobi.

Get an unrestricted, magnificent view of the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest point in Africa, while enjoying extensive game viewing and getting close to the wild side of the country.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Nairobi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Amboseli and Evening Game Drive

  • Pick up from Nairobi in the morning.

  • Drive via Loitoktok Road. It usually takes about 4-5 hours to get to Amboseli, but on this day, have lunch while visiting one of the curio shops in Emali.

  • After lunch, head to Amboseli and arrive in time for a late afternoon game drive from 2:30-6:30 p.m.

  • If the sky is clear, enjoy an evening view of Kilimanjaro's Uhuru Peak just before sunset. This moment creates one of the best African views, with a sunset backdrop and elephants in sight.

  • Return to the camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Amboseli Safari Beneath Kilimanjaro

  • The wake-up time will be 06:30 am.

  • After breakfast, proceed for the full-day game drive at the backdrop of Kilimanjaro.

  • Picnic lunch will be served at the park viewpoint.

  • Get a chance to spot the big cats and herds of African elephants.

  • Explore this excellent Kenyan pride for the whole day.

  • Return to the camp late afternoon for dinner and overnight in a tented camp or selected budget lodge/hotel.

3
Day 03

Early Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

  • On this day, go for a pre-breakfast game drive as early as 06:30 am - 09:30 am.

  • Return to the camp for breakfast.

  • Check out of the camp and proceed back to Nairobi.

  • Arrive in the late afternoon.

  • Drop off at a hotel or the airport to catch a flight back home or continue to your next destination.

Amboseli National Park, great elephant herds, Kilimanjaro's Uhuru Peak

Where this trip takes you

Amboseli National Park, great elephant herds, Kilimanjaro's Uhuru Peak

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Extensive game drives
  • Pre-tour itinerary document
  • Mineral water while on safari
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
  • All meals included while on safari
  • All applicable game park entrance fees
  • Guaranteed window seating with an open top
  • Accommodation in Amboseli Game Reserve
  • Round-trip transport from Nairobi to Amboseli Game Reserve
  • Guaranteed departure for all passengers booking this safari, both private and group

What's Not Included

  • International airfare
  • A visit to a Masai Village and guided nature walks
  • Tours and excursions diverting from the main itinerary
  • Accommodation in Nairobi
  • Cost of obtaining passports and visas
  • Gratuity for your professional driver guide
  • Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner
  • Items and expenditures of a personal nature
  • Christmas, New Year, and Easter supplement

Know before you go

  • Tailor-made tours are available on request.
  • Private packages to Amboseli and/or a combination of fly-in safaris can be arranged on request.
  • The price as quoted is for a minimum of 2 persons sharing. A sole traveller's quote is available on request.
  • Infants and children below the age of 5 years, when sharing with parents, can go free.
  • Children on their own (tent/room) will pay 75% of the adult rate.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya; Mombasa; Diani Beach; Malindi-Watamu; Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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