3-Day Amboseli National Park Safari from Nairobi – Iconic Elephants & Kilimanjaro Views
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights |
Start: 7:30 AM (Hotel/Airport pick-up) |
Tour Type: Small Group or Private |
Transport: Safari minivan with pop-up roof |
Stay: Amboseli Sopa Lodge / Kibo Safari Camp (or similar)
Why You’ll Love This Safari
- Close-up elephant encounters on the famous Amboseli marshes.
- Mount Kilimanjaro backdrops at sunrise and sunset (weather permitting).
- Photographer’s dream: open savannah, wetlands, acacia woodlands, and 400+ bird species.
- Comfortable lodge/camp stays with full-board meals and friendly service.
- All key costs covered: Amboseli park & conservation fees included.
- Pop-up roof minivan for 360° viewing; optional upgrade to 4x4 Land Cruiser on request.
Tour Overview
Experience Kenya’s most iconic elephant haven on a 3-day Amboseli safari from Nairobi.
Your expert driver–guide leads daily game drives across open plains and wetlands, with perfectly framed
views of Mount Kilimanjaro for unforgettable photos. Park entry & conservation
fees are included for a smooth, great-value trip.
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi → Amboseli National Park
- 7:30 AM: Pick-up from Nairobi hotel/residence or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
- Scenic 3.5–4 hr drive to Amboseli. Check-in and hot lunch at the lodge/camp.
- Afternoon game drive: scan the open plains and marshlands for elephants, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, lions, and more.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp.
Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge / Kibo Safari Camp (or similar)
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli
Option A – Full-Day Safari (recommended):
- Early breakfast then a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
- Highlights include Observation Hill, Lake Amboseli, and the marshes—prime elephant country.
- Return for dinner and overnight.
Option B – Split Drives: Early-morning and late-afternoon game drives, with downtime to relax at the lodge midday.
Day 3: Amboseli → Nairobi
- Breakfast at the lodge. Optional short en-route game drive on departure.
- Drive back to Nairobi; drop-off at hotel, residence, or airport (around 2:00 PM, traffic permitting).
✅ What’s Included
- Safari transport in a pop-up roof minivan (shared or private as booked)
- Amboseli National Park entry & conservation fees (non-residents)
- 2 nights full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Daily guided game drives with a professional English-speaking driver–guide
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- Nairobi hotel/airport transfers
❌ Not Included
- Optional activities: Maasai village visit, hot air balloon (where available)
- Drinks at the lodge/camp, tips & gratuities, holiday supplements
- Any government-imposed tax or accommodation fee changes after booking
Good to Know
- Luggage: Soft bags preferred due to limited space in safari vehicles.
- What to Pack: Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, light layers for cool mornings/evenings.
- Plastic ban: Single-use plastics are prohibited in national parks—bring a reusable water bottle.
- Upgrades: 4x4 Land Cruiser available on request (supplement applies); rooming upgrades subject to availability.
- Accommodation may be replaced with similar-quality options if fully booked.
Book Your Amboseli Safari
Ready for elephant encounters with Kilimanjaro as your backdrop? Secure your dates now—park fees are already covered.
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Full-Day Amboseli Safari |
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