Amboseli National Park
About Amboseli National Park
9
Safari Tours
4.5
Avg Rating
4/5
Big Five
52
Years Protected
Highlights
- Iconic elephant herds against Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop
- One of the best places in Africa to observe elephants at close range
- Relatively compact park making it easy to explore in a day
- Rich wetland habitats attract diverse birdlife (over 400 species)
- Close proximity to Nairobi (4-hour drive)
Considerations
- Dusty conditions in dry season with strong afternoon winds
- Limited tree cover means less shade and habitat variety
- Can feel crowded at popular viewing spots
- Kilimanjaro often obscured by clouds after mid-morning
Wildlife
Big Five Status
Lion
occasional
Leopard
rare
Elephant
common
Buffalo
common
Rhino
Not present
Notable Species
Lion
Occasional
Leopard
Rare
Elephant
Common
Cape Buffalo
Common
Cheetah
Occasional
Giraffe
Common
Zebra
Common
Wildebeest
Common
Hippo
Common
Grant's Gazelle
Common
Hyena
Common
Jackal
Common
Kori Bustard
Occasional
Lilac-breasted Roller
Common
Best Time to Visit
Climate Overview
Getting There
Nearest Airport
Amboseli Airstrip
Nearest City
Namanga
Drive Time
4 hours
Safari Tours (9)
13-Day Kenya Family Private Safari Adventure
Visits: Nairobi National Park • Samburu National Reserve • Ol Pejeta Conservancy +3
From
$4,800 /person
Customizable
12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Luxury Safari
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Masai Mara National Reserve • Serengeti National Park +2
From
$8,500 /person
Customizable
10-Day Kenya-Tanzania Bespoke Private Safari
Visits: Masai Mara National Reserve • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro Crater +1
From
$4,000 /person
Customizable
6-Day Elephant & Conservation Safari
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Chyulu Hills National Park • Tsavo West National Park
From
$3,180 /person
Customizable
6-Day Best of Kenya Safari
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Lake Nakuru National Park • Masai Mara National Reserve
From
$2,800 /person
Customizable
10-Day Rare Wildlife & Cultural Photography Safari
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Laikipia Plateau • Samburu National Reserve +1
From
$4,200 /person
Customizable
1-Day Amboseli, Maasai Village & Mount Views
Visits: Amboseli National Park
From
$190 /person
Customizable
8-Day Magical Kenya Luxury Safari
Visits: Masai Mara National Reserve • Lake Nakuru National Park • Amboseli National Park
From
$4,000 /person
Customizable
11-Day Kenya Safari & Diani Beach Escape
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Tsavo East National Park • Diani Beach +2
From
$2,910 /person
Customizable
10-Day Best of Kenya Wildlife & Culture Safari
Visits: Amboseli National Park • Lake Nakuru National Park • Ol Pejeta Conservancy +1
From
$4,890 /person
Customizable
Amboseli National Park
9 tours available