3 Day the Great Tuskers Elephant Watch Safari in Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Amazing Safari in Kenya
Join this 3-day adventure to Amboseli National Park! The park is famous for its stunning views of *Mount Kilimanjaro* and iconic herds of *elephants roaming the open plains*. This safari promises unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and a stay in a cozy lodge for a perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Ideal for nature lovers and photographers alike! You will enjoy the signature attraction of Amboseli, the large herds of elephants, known as the “great jumbos” and have the chance to visit the Maasai people. It's a chance not to be missed, so let's take part in this remarkable safari!
Key information
- Children policy: Children from the age of 12 years are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
- They also provide guides who speak other languages on requests
Highlights
- Spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa’s highest peak as your backdrop.
- Close encounters with large elephant herds in their natural habitat.
- Exceptional wildlife sightings, including lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and more.
- Visit to Observation Hill for panoramic park views.
- Explore Amboseli’s unique swamps, teeming with birdlife and wildlife.
- Experience stunning sunrises and sunsets over the savannah.
- 2 nights comfortable lodge stay with warm hospitality and delicious cuisine.
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
Accommodation
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Environmentally friendly
- Lounge
- Restaurant
For two nights, you will be staying at tented camps or lodges located in Amboseli just at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. With splendid views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, the accommodations have bathroom| toilets ensuite.
In all tented camps, they have flush toilets, showers, and wash basins. Has swimming pool, If you fancy a romantic dinner by the pool under the stars, all meals can be taken in privacy away from the main dining area.
- Included accommodation level: Mid-range
Facilities
- Art gallery
- Conference facilities
- Dining room
- Gift/souvenir shop
- Lounge and bar
- Massage
- Swimming pool
Program
Day 1: Nairobi - Amboseli
Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel to the Amboseli National Reserve at the foot of snowcapped Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Arrive in time for lunch. The afternoon game drive is taken. Dinner and overnight at a lodge or a tented camp.
Day 2: Amboseli (Full day)
Pre-morning game drive, after breakfast, proceed for another game drive before you break for lunch. After lunch, another evening game drive. Meals and overnight at a lodge or in a tented camp.
Day 3: Amboseli - Nairobi
Pre-breakfast game drive, after late breakfast, depart for Nairobi or Mombasa with a game drive en route arriving late afternoon.
Game Drives:
Enjoy thrilling morning and afternoon game drives for optimal wildlife viewing.
Visit to Observation Hill:
A scenic viewpoint offering panoramic views of Amboseli’s plains, swamps, and wildlife.
Swamp Exploration:
Discover Amboseli’s lush swamps, home to hippos, elephants, and vibrant birdlife.
Scenic Stops:
Capture breathtaking views of *Mount Kilimanjaro* during sunrise and sunset.
Location
This safari will take place in Amboseli National Park, Kenya. Amboseli National Park is located about 250 kilometers from Nairobi and along the Tanzanian border.
The park derives its name from the Maasai word “empusel” which means salty, dusty place. It is declared a national park in 1974 to protect its unique and fragile ecosystem. The park offers landscapes of remarkable contrasts, such as arid zones alongside the lush oases of the swamps. The ecosystem of this low-rainfall region depends on the water from Mount Kilimanjaro.
A particular feature of the Amboseli National Park is the possibility to take postcard photos of elephants against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro. Covering an area of 392 square kilometers, the park is, in addition to elephants, home to numerous animals such as giraffes, wildebeests, antelopes, buffaloes, lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, as well as over 400 species of birds such as pelicans, kingfishers, cranes, hamerkop, and 47 types of raptors that live alongside the Maasai villages.
This compact park is abundant with wildlife and allows for excellent game viewing. Its vegetation consists of a combination of sprawling grasslands, swampy springs, and dry dusty earth. From the observation hill, you will have a view of the entire park and especially the swamp areas where buffaloes, elephants, hippos, and a diversity of water birds come to cool off and refresh themselves. Look out for the shy porcupine who only dares to emerge at sunset.
Food
During this safari, you will be served 2 breakfast, 3 lunches, and two dinners.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Things to do (optional)
- You will have a chance to visit the Maasai people on the second day.
- Balloon ride
Spa treatments
Spa treatments available on request and at an extra cost.
What's included
- 3 game drives
- Viewing the elephant herds from the observation hills
- Witness the view of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance
- Service of a professional driver/guide
- Transportations, unless labeled as optional
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Drinks, as specified in the day-by-day section
- 2 breakfast, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners
- 2 nights' accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- Govt Taxes/VAT
What's not included
- Additional accommodation before and after tour
- International flights from/to home
- Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees
- The government's imposition of the increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Tips (tipping guideline 10 USD per person per day)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
165 km
Transfer included
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on departure.
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