Amboseli is the land of the giant tusker: big elephant families crossing the dried lake bed beneath the snow-capped dome of Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, which frames almost every view. The park is famous for its large, approachable elephant herds, plus lions, cheetahs, buffalo and more than 400 bird species around the permanent swamps. This three-day safari times the drives for the golden hours when the light on Kilimanjaro is at its best, and includes a visit to a Maasai community on the park's edge.
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli & afternoon drive
Drive south from Nairobi past the Chyulu Hills to Amboseli, arriving at the camp in time for lunch. Head out on your first game drive in the late afternoon, when the elephant herds move across the open plains and Kilimanjaro sheds its clouds. Dinner under the stars with the mountain on the horizon.
Stay: Amboseli lodge
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli & afternoon drive
Drive south from Nairobi past the Chyulu Hills to Amboseli, arriving at the camp in time for lunch. Head out on your first game drive in the late afternoon, when the elephant herds move across the open plains and Kilimanjaro sheds its clouds. Dinner under the stars with the mountain on the horizon.
