Kenya · Safari

3-Day Amboseli National Park Safari from Nairobi with Kilimanjaro Views

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and diverse wildlife on game drives
02 Observe large herds of free-ranging elephants across Amboseli's rolling plains
03 Take in panoramic views from Observation Hill over swamps, buffaloes, and birdlife
04 Discover the Maasai culture through an optional village visit
05 Enjoy scenic drives through diverse landscapes, from plains to hills

Witness the Big Five and vast landscapes on your Amboseli adventure. Renowned for its photographic opportunities with Kilimanjaro, Amboseli offers spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Lake Amboseli, and sweeping plains rich in wildlife. Observation Hill showcases panoramic views of the park, including teeming swamps with elephants, buffaloes, and diverse birdlife. The park is especially known for its exceptional opportunities to observe large herds of free-ranging elephants, making it a premier wildlife-viewing destination.

Observation Hill showcases panoramic views of the park, including teeming swamps with elephants, buffaloes, and diverse birdlife.

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 Nairobi, Namanga, Amboseli National Park

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Amboseli Through Maasai Land

Depart at 0630 hours and drive through the Athi River into modern Maasai land. Observe the natural plains of the land as you travel.
Cruise through the undulating wilderness landscape to the Namanga border point.
Continue along the rough road into the heart of Amboseli. The park welcomes you with spectacular views of the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro, the shining Lake Amboseli, and plentiful wildlife.
Arrive at the camp or lodge in time for lunch.
Freshen up before an evening game drive, during which you might spot the Big Five.
Return to base for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Viewing in Amboseli

Rise and shine for a morning game drive as you witness the bare, cloudless summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
The rolling plains make it easier to spot the many elephants and other wildlife found here.
Head back to base for breakfast and refreshments for the day.
Enjoy some leisure time before lunch.
An optional village visit to the Maa community offers an opportunity to experience and interact with Maasai culture.
Proceed for an evening game drive and return to the property for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Farewell Amboseli and Return to Nairobi

Bid farewell to Amboseli's jumbo territory as you take one last glance at Kilimanjaro.
Exit via Iremito Gate and travel through the wilderness into the town of Emali in Kambaland.
Enjoy the nearby hills overlooking the plains as you ascend toward the capital.
Continue the uphill drive to Nairobi for drop-off.