The 3-Day Amboseli National Park Tour typically includes park fees for non-residents, accommodation, meals and drinks as specified in the itinerary, scheduled game drives, transportation in a safari vehicle, a professional driver-guide, applicable taxes and VAT, and roundtrip airport transfers. Any optional activities, international flights, personal expenses, tips, and other services not listed as included are excluded.
Amboseli National Park is famous for its large elephant herds. During your game drives, you may also see lions, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and many species of antelope. The park also has excellent birdlife, especially around its wetlands and seasonal water areas.
Yes. One of the main highlights of an Amboseli National Park Tour is the opportunity to see Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. On clear days, the mountain creates a spectacular background for wildlife photography, especially when elephants are moving across the open plains.
Amboseli can be visited throughout the year. The dry seasons, particularly June to October and January to February, are popular for wildlife viewing because animals often gather around water sources. These periods also offer good conditions for game drives and photography. However, the greener months can provide beautiful scenery and excellent birdwatching.
Yes. Three days provide a good introduction to Amboseli National Park. The itinerary normally allows time for an afternoon game drive on arrival and further morning and afternoon game drives the following day. This gives you a good chance to explore the park, see elephants and other wildlife, enjoy the scenery, and experience the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro before returning to Nairobi.
3-Day Amboseli National Park Tour
Low Season
Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027
2 persons
979.00 USD
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4 persons
721.00 USD
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6 persons
635.00 USD
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Mid Season
Mar 30, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027
2 persons
1,071.00 USD
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4 persons
813.00 USD
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6 persons
727.00 USD
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High Season
Jul 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027
2 persons
1,105.00 USD
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4 persons
813.00 USD
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6 persons
761.00 USD
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* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets
Additional accommodation – Before and at the end of the tour
Tips – Tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day
Personal items – Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.
Government-imposed increases – Of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals – As specified in the day-by-day section
The 3-Day Amboseli National Park Tour is a short and exciting safari that takes you from Nairobi to one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife destinations. The journey offers a wonderful mix of wildlife, beautiful scenery, and unforgettable views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is especially known for its large elephant herds, making it an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience African wildlife in a short time.
Your safari begins with a drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park, where you will enjoy your first afternoon game drive after lunch and some rest at your lodge. The following day is dedicated to exploring the park, with morning and afternoon game drives across its open plains, wetlands, and wildlife-rich areas. You may see elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and many bird species. You will also have opportunities to enjoy the park’s beautiful landscapes and photograph wildlife against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro when the weather is clear.
On the final day, you will enjoy an early morning game drive before returning to Nairobi. This 3-Day Amboseli National Park Tour is ideal for couples, families, friends, and first-time safari travelers looking for a memorable Kenya safari experience without a long itinerary.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
Day 2:
Full-Day Wildlife Experience in Amboseli National Park
Day 3:
Amboseli National Park – Nairobi
Day 1
Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
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Your Amboseli Safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi. After meeting your professional safari guide, you will have a short briefing before starting your drive south toward Amboseli National Park. Along the way, enjoy views of the Kenyan countryside, local villages, small towns, open grasslands, and distant mountain landscapes. The journey gives you a chance to see everyday life outside Nairobi before reaching the famous Amboseli region.
You will arrive at your lodge or camp around lunchtime, where you can check in, enjoy lunch, and have some time to relax. In the afternoon, you will set out for your first game drive inside Amboseli National Park. The park is famous for its large elephant herds and beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro. During the drive, you may see elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and many birds. Your guide will explain the animals and the different habitats you see. As the sun begins to set, you will return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. This exciting first day introduces you to the natural beauty and wildlife that make an Amboseli Safari special.
Activities:
Explore Amboseli National Park on morning and afternoon game drives. The park is famous for its large elephant herds and beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro. You may also see lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and many bird species. The open landscapes provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
Accommodations:
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Day 2
Full-Day Wildlife Experience in Amboseli National Park
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After an early breakfast, you will leave the lodge with a packed picnic lunch for a full day of wildlife viewing in Amboseli National Park. This is the main day of your Amboseli Safari, giving you plenty of time to explore different parts of the park and enjoy its beautiful landscapes. Amboseli has wide open plains, green swamps, seasonal wetlands, and areas that receive underground water from Mount Kilimanjaro. These water sources attract many animals, making the park an excellent place for game viewing.
During the day, you will search for large elephant herds, which are one of Amboseli’s biggest attractions. You may also see buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, gazelles, lions, hyenas, and other wildlife. You will have an opportunity to visit Observation Hill, one of the best places to enjoy wide views across the park. From the top, you can see the plains, wetlands, wildlife areas, and, when the weather is clear, Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. You will stop at a suitable picnic area for lunch before continuing your game drive in the afternoon. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and another comfortable overnight stay, completing another memorable day of your Amboseli Safari.
Activities:
Photography is an important part of this Kenya Safari Package. Across Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli, you will have many opportunities to photograph wildlife, landscapes, birds, and local scenery. Amboseli is especially popular for photographs of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, while the Masai Mara offers excellent opportunities for capturing big cats and large herds of plains animals.
Accommodations:
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Day 3
Amboseli National Park – Nairobi
Your final day begins with an early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park. This is a great time to explore because many animals are active during the cooler morning hours. The early sunlight also creates beautiful views across the plains and provides good opportunities for wildlife photography. During the drive, you may have another chance to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, lions, and other animals before leaving the park.
After the game drive, return to your lodge for breakfast and some time to prepare for check-out. Once ready, you will begin your journey back to Nairobi. The drive takes you through rural areas, small communities, open savannahs, and sections of the Kenyan countryside. Your guide can make a short stop along the way for refreshments or souvenirs, depending on your travel schedule.
You will continue toward Nairobi and are expected to arrive in the afternoon. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, depending on your onward plans. This marks the end of your Amboseli Safari, after three days filled with wildlife, beautiful landscapes, unforgettable elephant encounters, and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
