Kenya · Safari

12-Hour Amboseli National Park Safari from Nairobi with Kilimanjaro

12 Hours Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Travel through scenic Maasai land with views of traditional homesteads
  • 02 See Mount Kilimanjaro rising above Amboseli's plains
  • 03 Spot Amboseli's diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, and giraffes
  • 04 Enjoy game drives in a safari van with a pop-up roof
  • 05 Capture memorable wildlife and landscape photography opportunities

Embark on a full-day safari tour from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park with convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off. Travel through picturesque Maasai land and enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, rising above the plains. Discover Amboseli's rich wildlife on game drives in search of elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and more. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a lodge within the park and capture unforgettable moments of Kenya's iconic landscapes and wildlife before returning to Nairobi in the evening.

Witness the beauty of the African sunrise as you journey through scenic savanna landscapes dotted with traditional homesteads and Maasai herdsmen tending to their livestock.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Cities Nairobi, Amboseli National Park
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Full-Day Safari to Amboseli National Park

  • Begin with an early morning pick-up at 0500hrs from your hotel or residence in Nairobi.

  • Depart Nairobi and travel towards Amboseli National Park via the Nairobi - Mombasa highway.

  • Witness the beauty of the African sunrise as you journey through scenic savanna landscapes dotted with traditional homesteads and Maasai herdsmen tending to their livestock.

  • Make a brief stop for breakfast along the route before proceeding towards Amboseli.

  • Arrive at Amboseli National Park and commence a morning game viewing drive.

  • Search for Amboseli's diverse wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, cheetahs, warthogs, ostriches, buffalo, wildebeest, impalas, and more.

  • Observe the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro as it towers over the landscape, providing a breathtaking backdrop throughout the game drive.

  • Enjoy a buffet lunch at a selected lodge within the park, such as Oltukai Lodge, Serena Lodge, or a similar property.

  • Embark on a short early afternoon game viewing drive as you exit the park, offering one last opportunity to spot more wildlife and admire the scenery.

  • Depart Amboseli and return to Nairobi, enjoying the views along the Maasai plains during the drive.

  • Arrive in Nairobi in the early evening.

  • Get dropped off at your hotel, residence, or Nairobi Airport to conclude the tour.

Amboseli National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Maasai plains

Where this trip takes you

Amboseli National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Maasai plains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Travel in a safari van with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing
  • Enjoy lunch at a lodge within Amboseli National Park
  • Benefit from convenient pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or residence
  • Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water during the tour

What's Not Included

  • Drinks and beverages.
  • Breakfast.

What to bring

  • Light jacket or sweater - Early mornings can be cool
  • Hat and sunglasses - For sun protection during the day
  • Sunscreen - The Amboseli sun can be intense
  • Camera or smartphone - For capturing wildlife and Mt. Kilimanjaro
  • Comfortable shoes - Ideal for short walks and getting in and out of the vehicle
  • Reusable water bottle - Stay hydrated (bottled water is also provided)
  • Insect repellent - Especially useful near wetlands
  • ID or passport - Required at the park entrance
  • Snacks or energy bars - Optional, to keep you energized during the drive
  • Binoculars - Great for spotting distant wildlife and birds (optional but recommended)
  • Cash for souvenirs or a Maasai village visit (optional)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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