Explore Amboseli National Park Private Day Tour from Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya
Duration12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Key Highlights of Amboseli National Park:
"Home of the African Elephant": The park hosts a population of over 1,000 elephants, including famous, large-tusked "super tuskers". It is considered the best place in the world to observe these animals at close range.

Iconic Kilimanjaro Views: It offers the most spectacular, unobstructed views of Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, which rises just across the Tanzanian border.

Wildlife Diversity: Apart from elephants, it is known for large herds of buffalo, lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, and hippos, as well as over 400 bird species.

Diverse Habitats & Swamps: Despite being a "salty, dusty place" (the meaning of Amboseli in Maa), the park is famous for its marshy, underground spring-fed swamps (like Enkongo Narok) that attract huge concentrations of wildlife, especially during dry seasons.

Maasai Culture: Visitors often experience the rich traditions of the local Maasai people.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Park Entry Fees
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Professional Guide/Driver
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Amboseli National Park
    5h
    05:00 - 05:30 | Departure: Early pick-up from Nairobi hotel/airport for a scenic drive toward the Namanga/Emali highway.
    07:30 - 08:00 | Breakfast Stop: Quick breakfast stop in a small town (e.g., Emali) or enjoy a packed breakfast on the go to save time.
    09:00 - 13:00 | Park Entry & Morning Game Drive: Arrive at Erimito/Kimana Gate. Begin the game drive, exploring swampy areas and plains where elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and wildebeests congregate, especially with clearer morning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
    13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch: Enjoy a hot buffet lunch at a lodge inside the park (e.g., Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli Serena, or Oltukai Lodge).
    14:00 - 15:30 | Afternoon Game Drive: Visit the Observation Hill for a panoramic, elevated view of the swamps, hippos, and Kilimanjaro before beginning to exit.
    15:30 - 20:00 | Return Journey: Drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the early evening for hotel/airport drop-off.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

For picking our driver guide will be available at your pick up point, some minutes before the picking time. He will be having a peace of paper written your name plus the tour company for easy identification.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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