Amboseli National Park Safaris | Big Elephants & Kilimanjaro Views
Experience Amboseli National Park—huge elephant herds, Kilimanjaro views & year-round game viewing. Private, luxury & fly-in safaris with Annest Kenya Safaris.
Amboseli National Park – Kenya’s Iconic Home of Elephants & Mount Kilimanjaro
Amboseli National Park is one of Africa’s most photographed wildlife destinations—famous for its massive elephant herds, unobstructed views of Mount Kilimanjaro, and up-close wildlife encounters. Whether you’re planning a day trip, road safari, or luxury fly-in safari, Amboseli delivers the perfect blend of scenery, wildlife, comfort, and authenticity.
At Annest Kenya Safaris, we operate daily departures, private tours, family trips, group safaris, and custom itineraries from Nairobi, Mombasa, Diani Beach.
Why Visit Amboseli National Park?
The Largest Free-Roaming Elephant Herds on Earth
More than 1,600 elephants, many with huge tusks, roam the park. Amboseli is the best place in Africa for close, ethical elephant photography.
2. Africa’s Most Iconic Background – Mount Kilimanjaro
Amboseli offers the ultimate postcard scene: wildlife on open plains framed by the snow-capped summit of Kilimanjaro.
3. Easy Game Viewing All Year Round
With open savannahs and marshy wetlands, wildlife sightings are frequent and consistent:
Lions
Cheetahs
Hyenas
Giraffes
Buffalo
Hippos
Hundreds of bird species
4. A Photographer’s Paradise
Clear horizons, glowing sunsets, and dust-filled golden light make Amboseli ideal for wildlife and landscape photography.
5. Close to Nairobi – Perfect for Short Safaris
Just 4 hours by road or 40 minutes by flight, Amboseli is ideal for:
Weekend trips
Last-minute bookings
Amboseli Safaris We Offer
Choose from our best-selling Amboseli safari packages:
What to Expect Inside Amboseli National Park
Ecosystems
Amboseli features diverse habitats:
Open savannahs
Seasonal wetlands
Marshes fed by Kilimanjaro’s underground rivers
Woodlands
Dry lake bed
This variety ensures constant wildlife sightings.
Best Time to Visit Amboseli
Year-Round Destination
Amboseli offers excellent game viewing all year due to its open plains.
Best Months:
June–October (cool, dry, clear skies)
December–March (warm, high wildlife activity)
Photography Season:
September–February: Best Kilimanjaro visibility.
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How to Get to Amboseli
By Road (Most Popular)
Nairobi → Amboseli (4–4.5 hours)
By Air (Fastest)
Wilson Airport Nairobi → Amboseli Airstrip (40 minutes)
Daily flights available.
Where to Stay in Amboseli – Our Top Lodge Picks
Luxury Lodges
Tortilis Camp
Satao Elerai
Tawi Lodge
Kibo Villa
Mid-Range Lodges
Ol Tukai Lodge
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Kilima Safari Camp
Budget Options
AA Lodge Amboseli
Sentrim Amboseli
We help you select the perfect lodge depending on your needs and budget.
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Top Things to Do in Amboseli National Park
✔ Game drives (sunrise & sunset)
✔ Maasai village cultural visit
✔ Kilimanjaro photography sessions
✔ Sundowner & bush meals
✔ Nature walks (select lodges)
Why Book Amboseli With Annest Kenya Safaris?
✔ Local operator with Nairobi & Diani offices
✔ Private 4×4 Land Cruiser jeeps
✔ Daily departures
✔ 24/7 ground support
✔ Flexible, custom-tailored itineraries
✔ Transparent pricing
✔ 10+ years experience
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FAQs – Amboseli National Park
2–3 days is ideal for sunrise, sunset, and full-day game drives. A 1-day trip works well for tight schedules.
Yes — it’s one of Kenya’s easiest parks with predictable wildlife viewing and smooth roads.
Elephants, buffalo, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and 400+ bird species.
Yes, especially early morning (6–9 AM) and late afternoon.
Approx. 4–4.5 hours by road, 40 minutes by flight.
January–March and September–October offer the clearest Kilimanjaro views.
Both! Most guests prefer private 4x4 safaris for flexibility.
Yes — this is one of Kenya’s best safari combinations.
