UNDER KILIMANJARO’S SKIES – Safari to the Great Elephant Herds
Experience the soul of Africa on this immersive 3-day Amboseli National Park safari, where wildlife, landscapes, and culture converge beneath the awe-inspiring presence of Mount Kilimanjaro. This is more than a safari—it’s a journey into one of Kenya’s most iconic ecosystems, celebrated for its legendary elephant herds, sweeping plains, and postcard-perfect views of Africa’s highest mountain.
With three full days in Amboseli, you enjoy unrushed game drives, deeper wildlife encounters, and the chance to witness nature’s rhythms from sunrise to sunset. Every moment unfolds under Kilimanjaro’s vast skies, where golden light, drifting clouds, and roaming giants create unforgettable scenes.
Safari Highlights & Wildlife Encounters
Amboseli is world-renowned for its large-tusked African elephants, offering some of the closest and most ethical elephant viewing in Africa. Over the course of this safari, expect exceptional sightings of:
- The world’s best free-range elephant viewing
- Observation Hill – stunning vistas of Amboseli park – views of elephant herds and the park’s wetlands
- Massive elephant families crossing the plains and gathering at the swamps
- Lions and cheetahs hunting in open grasslands
- Buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles in abundance
- Hyenas and jackals during early morning and dusk game drives
- Over 400 bird species, including flamingos, pelicans, and birds of prey
- Crystal-clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro, especially at sunrise and sunset (weather permitting)
- Optional visit to Masai village (please arrange with your driver/guide). Cost is $25 per person.
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride – please ask us about this unique opportunity – $460 per person
Amboseli’s open terrain ensures outstanding visibility, while its permanent wetlands attract wildlife year-round—making every game drive rewarding.
The Safari Experience: UNDER KILIMANJARO’S SKIES – Safari to the Great Elephant Herds
Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
265 km | Approx. 4 Hours
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
At 7:30 am, your safari adventure begins as your professional driver-guide picks you up in a private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep, designed for comfort, photography, and close wildlife encounters. Leaving Nairobi behind, you travel along the scenic Nairobi–Mombasa Highway, watching the landscape transform from city life to wide-open plains and traditional homesteads.
Along the way, spot Maasai herders in their vivid shukas guiding cattle across the land—an authentic welcome to safari country.
Soon, the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro begins to rise on the horizon, its snow-capped peak acting as your guiding landmark as you approach Amboseli National Park.
Arrive in the late morning and enjoy lunch at your chosen safari lodge or luxury tented camp, surrounded by wilderness and dramatic mountain views.
In the afternoon, embark on your first thrilling game drive. Amboseli is legendary for its giant elephant herds, often seen at close range as they move gracefully across the plains. The backdrop of Kilimanjaro makes every wildlife encounter unforgettable.
You’ll also be on the lookout for lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, leopards, ostriches, warthogs, and a wide variety of birdlife.
As the day fades, the clouds often lift to reveal Kilimanjaro’s snow-covered summit glowing in the evening light—a truly iconic African moment.
Return to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight, lulled to sleep by the sounds of the wild.
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today offers a full immersion into Amboseli’s wildlife—with the option to elevate your adventure even further.
Rise before dawn for a sunrise game drive, when predators are active and the plains come alive under golden light. Watch elephants moving through the morning mist with Mount Kilimanjaro towering above—perfect conditions for photography and unforgettable memories.
Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari (Early Morning)
For a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, you may choose an optional hot air balloon safari (subject to availability and weather). Drift silently above Amboseli’s plains at sunrise, witnessing elephant herds, buffalo, giraffes, and plains game from a breathtaking aerial perspective—all with Mount Kilimanjaro stretching across the horizon.
After landing, celebrate with a champagne-style bush breakfast, surrounded by Africa’s wild beauty before rejoining your guide for continued game viewing.
Following breakfast, enjoy extended mid-morning and afternoon game drives, allowing time to follow animal movements and explore Amboseli’s diverse habitats, from open plains to lush swamps fed by underground springs.
Beyond the big game, look out for hyenas, jackals, foxes, monkeys, baboons, and over 400 bird species.
Lunch is served at your lodge or camp, with time to relax and soak in the scenery.
In the afternoon, you may continue game viewing or opt for a cultural visit to a nearby Maasai village, offering insight into the traditions of one of Africa’s most iconic communities.
As the sun sets, return to camp for dinner and another peaceful night beneath Kilimanjaro’s vast skies.
Day 3: Amboseli National Park – Nairobi
265 km | Approx. 4 Hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Your final safari day begins with one last early morning game drive, offering a final chance to spot lions, elephants, and other wildlife in the soft dawn light.
You may also visit Observation Hill, where sweeping panoramic views reveal Amboseli’s plains, wetlands, and distant herds. Bird lovers will enjoy sightings of pelicans, kingfishers, egrets, herons, and more.
After breakfast at your lodge or tented camp, enjoy a farewell game drive as you exit the park—your final moments in the presence of Amboseli’s great elephant herds and its legendary mountain.
Relax on the scenic return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel, airport, or preferred location.
Why Choose a 3-Day Amboseli Safari?
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More time means deeper wildlife encounters and better sightings
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Ideal for photographers and wildlife lovers
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Guaranteed opportunities to see Amboseli’s famous big tuskers
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A perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and scenery
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One of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations
Amboseli Safari Camp Accommodations
Best hotels, safari lodges & tented camps at Amboseli National Park. Choose from Economy, Comfort, Luxury or Superior Luxury.
| Economy level lodge/tented camp | Amboseli Sopa Lodge – Standard rooms |
| Comfort level lodge/ tented camp | Amboseli Sopa Lodge – Premium rooms |
| AA Amboseli Lodge | |
| Sentrim Amboseli Camp | |
| Penety Resort | |
| Hunter’s Luxury Manor-Amboseli | |
| Luxury level lodge/ tented camp | Amboseli Serena Lodge |
| Oltukai lodge | |
| Kibo Safari Camp | |
| Kilima Safari Camp | |
| Oilepo Safari Lodge | |
| Superior Luxury level lodge/ tented camp | Tulia Amboseli Safari Camp |
| Elerai Camp | |
| Tawi lodge | |
| Tortilis Camp | |
| Porini Amboseli camp |
Your Call to Adventure
If you’ve ever dreamed of watching giant elephants stride across golden plains with Mount Kilimanjaro towering in the background, this is the safari that delivers. Three days in Amboseli offer space to slow down, connect with nature, and witness Africa at its most powerful and beautiful. From ground-level encounters with Africa’s largest elephants to a breathtaking balloon safari over Amboseli, this 3-day journey delivers adventure, beauty, and unforgettable wildlife moments.
Book your 3 Day Amboseli National Park Safari today and experience Africa from the plains to the skies—under Kilimanjaro’s timeless gaze.
