Amboseli is Kenya’s most popular National Park after the Masai Mara National Reserve. Like an oasis in the dry savannah, with its emerald-green swamps beneath towering Kilimanjaro, it is the best place to see big, tusked elephants in their herds and enjoy magnificent views of the glorious Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa’s highest Mountain). The best time to view ‘Kili’ is at dawn and sunset when the clouds lift, and the light is clear and soft.
Wildlife sightings in this park include, the Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, buffalo, hartebeest, eland and waterbuck – and the migratory Burchell’s zebra. The Park is also home to over 400 bird species including, the native rarities like Madagascar squacco heron and the Taveta Golden weaver. Water birds such as the long-toed lapwing and rufous-bellied heron are a highlight here and in most parts of the park, the tracks follow close to the waters edge allowing you great sightings of these species.
Neighboring Conservancies include the Selenkay to the North and Kitirua between Southwest and Tanzania border. You can visit Selenkay by staying at Porini Amboseli Camp and Kitirua by staying at Elewana Tortilis Camp.
Highlights
- Witness iconic large elephant herds
- Authentic local Masai village visits
- Marvel at the highest Mountain in Africa
- Exhilarating daily game drives in 4 x 4 safari vehicles
- Meet the Masai and learn about the culture and way of life
- Learn about the fascinating history of elephants at the Elephant Research Centre
Safari activities
- Big 5 Safari
- Hot Air Balloon Flights
- Cultural Experiences
- Photography Safaris
When to go:
The best time to visit Amboseli National Park is during the dry season from June to October and January to February. You can get a clear view of Mt Kilimanjaro very early in the morning or evening. April and May are beautifully green but can be very wet.
