3 Days Amboseli Safari.

3 Day Amboseli Safari from Nairobi

Experience an unforgettable wildlife adventure with our 3 Day Amboseli Safari from Nairobi to the spectacular Amboseli National Park. Famous for its large herds of elephants and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli offers one of the most iconic safari landscapes in Africa.

Located near the Kenya–Tanzania border, this remarkable park features open savannah plains, seasonal swamps, and acacia woodlands that support a wide variety of wildlife including lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species.

What to See on an Amboseli Safari

A safari in Amboseli National Park offers exceptional wildlife viewing and stunning scenery.

Big Five Wildlife

Amboseli is home to several members of the famous Big Five, including:

Lion
African Elephant
Cape Buffalo
Leopard

The park is particularly famous for its large elephant herds, which can often be seen walking across the plains with the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.

Observation Hill

One of the highlights of visiting Amboseli is Observation Hill, a viewpoint that offers panoramic views across the entire park. From here you can see the lush swamps that attract large numbers of elephants, buffalo, and hippos.

Swamps and Birdlife

The wetlands below Observation Hill are rich in wildlife and birdlife. Visitors may see hippos, elephants, and buffalo gathering around the water, along with a variety of birds such as pelicans, Egyptian geese, and other waterfowl.

Maasai Culture

The area surrounding Amboseli National Park is home to the Maasai community. Visitors may have the opportunity to learn about traditional Maasai culture, customs, and their unique pastoral lifestyle.

Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

Your safari begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi. Travel south toward Amboseli National Park, a scenic drive of approximately five hours through the Kenyan countryside.

Arrive at the park in time for lunch and check in at Ol Tukai Lodge, a renowned safari lodge offering spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

After lunch and a short rest, head out on your first afternoon game drive. Explore the open plains of Amboseli in search of wildlife such as elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and hippos while enjoying magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 2: Full Day Safari in Amboseli

Begin the day with an early morning game drive, when wildlife is most active and the light is perfect for photography.

Return to the lodge for breakfast before heading back into Amboseli National Park for a full day of game viewing with packed lunch.

During the day you will explore different areas of the park, including the famous swamps where elephants gather in large numbers. Amboseli is also home to lions, cheetahs, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and many species of birds.

Later in the afternoon return to Ol Tukai Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Amboseli – Nairobi

Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, offering one last chance to spot wildlife and admire the beautiful landscape beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi with a short game drive en route.

Arrive in Nairobi in time for lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant, known for its unique dining experience. Afterwards you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.