Amboseli National Park Safari
Tanzania's Premier Wildlife Destination
Witness Africa's iconic image - massive elephant herds crossing dusty plains with snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro rising majestically in the background. Amboseli offers the best views of Africa's highest peak from Kenya, combined with exceptional elephant encounters in this 392 km² park.
Why Choose a Amboseli National Park Safari?
Amboseli National Park is Kenya's most iconic safari destination, famous for postcard-perfect scenes of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak as backdrop. Located just 240km from Nairobi, this compact park protects one of East Africa's largest elephant populations.
Amboseli National Park Safari Highlights
Regions to Explore
Lake Amboseli Basin
Vast dried alkaline lakebed creating classic Kilimanjaro-backdrop photos. This dusty expanse becomes shallow lake in wet seasons.
Observation Hill
50-meter volcanic hill offering 360-degree panoramic views. Short walk to summit for spectacular Kilimanjaro vistas.
Enkongo Narok & Ol Okenya Swamps
Permanent swamps fed by Kilimanjaro snowmelt. Elephants wallow here for hours. Best wildlife viewing year-round.
Acacia Woodland
Yellow fever acacia groves providing shade. Elephants feed on seed pods, leopards rest in branches.
Activities & Experiences
Did You Know?
Size: 392 km²
Established: 1974
Elephants: 1,600+ individuals with long-term research
Mount Kilimanjaro: Best views from Kenya (5,895m)
Location: 240km south of Nairobi (4-5 hours)
Name: 'Salty dust' in Maasai language
Visitors: ~250,000 annually
Planning Your Visit
Recommended Stay
2 nights/3 days ideal. Early morning best for clear Kilimanjaro views (6-9am before clouds).
Getting There
4-5 hour drive from Nairobi (240km). Flights to Amboseli airstrip (45 mins). 3 hours from Arusha, Tanzania.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: Tortilis Camp ($500-900/night), Ol Tukai Lodge ($400-700/night). Mid-range: Kibo Safari Camp ($250-450/night).
Important to Know
Kilimanjaro views best early morning. Park roads dusty - protect cameras. No off-road driving permitted.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round. June-October & January-February (dry, best Kilimanjaro views). November-December & March-May (wet, lush, great birding).
Wildlife
Large elephant herds (1,600+), lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, hippos, 400+ bird species
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Kilimanjaro National Park
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