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By Wildsasa Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is £309 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Seize the opportunity to visit the Amboseli National Park for a true African safari just a few hours away from Kenya's capital city Nairobi. Our expert guide will pick you up from your hotel, Airport or residency and embark on the four hour scenic early morning drive that opens up a world of wonder. The day is marked by epic wildlife encounters in the bush that include big game like lions, large elephant herds including the world's last remaining massive 'tuskers' , hippos, buffalo, cheetahs and more. Enjoy the once in a lifetime opportunity to see the majestic snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro..a truly iconic, rare view. Beyond the wildlife an authentic immersive cultural experience with the local Maasai community awaits your exploration offering opportunity to learn about their deep rooted traditions that have stood the test of time. This compact, unforgettable journey delivers quintessential African grandeur in just a day proving you don't need days to capture the wild heart of Kenya.

Activity location

  • Lake Amboseli
    • Kajiado County, Kajiado County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lake Amboseli
    • Kajiado County, Kajiado County, Kenya

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Minivan option (Safari van)

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Maasai village visit: Optional visit to a Maasai community village to enjoy dances and learn more about their way of life
Budget: Best for travellers with own meal arrangements
Duration: 14 hours: About 14 hours from start to finish with about 6 hours game drive
Bottled drinking Water: Enough bottled drinking water for the entire duration
Nairobi - Amboseli -Nairobi: Tour starts with pick up in Nairobi to Amboseli and back
Minivan : Transport in customised safari minivan with comfortable seat recliners, cool storage and open roof for game viewing
Shopping: Optional stop at a local craft shop for souvenir shopping
Pickup included

Price details
£117.40 x 2 Adults£234.80
Paid at activity£172.00
Total
Price is £406.80

Landcruiser Option (4X4 Jeep)

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Maasai Village Visit: Optional visit to a Maasai community village to learn more about their traditional customs
Mid budget: Best for travellers who prefer luxurious transport in a land-cruiser jeep but making own meal arrangements
Duration: 14 hours: Approximately 14 hours in full with about 6 hours game drive in Amboseli National Park
Bottled drinking water: Enough bottled drinking water for the entire duration
Nairobi - Amboseli - Nairobi : Tour starts with pick up from Nairobi hotel Airport or residency to Amboseli National Park and back
Landcruiser jeep: Luxurious 4X4 landcruiser with seat recliners, spacious legroom, cool storage and open roof for game viewing
Shopping: Optional stop at a local craft shop for souvenir shopping
Pickup included

Price details
£158.53 x 2 Adults£317.06
Paid at activity£172.00
Total
Price is £489.06

Minivan (breakfast and lunch)

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Cultural Tour: Optional visit to a nearby Maasai community Village for a cultural tour
Luxury: Luxurious transport in a comfortable safari minivan with reclining seats and open roof for game viewing
Breakfast and Lunch : Option is inclusive breakfast en-route and picnic lunch at either a campsite or hot lunch at Ol Tukai lodge
Nairobi - Amboseli -Nairobi: Tour starts from Nairobi to Amboseli via Machakos county and back to Nairobi
Minivan : Transport in a customised safari minivan with comfortable reclining seats and open roof for game viewing
Pickup included

Price details
£159.28 x 2 Adults£318.56
Paid at activity£172.00
Total
Price is £490.56

Landcruiser (B.fast & Lunch)

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Cultural Visit : Option inclusive of a cultural visit to a Maasai community village
Luxury : Luxury option inclusive of transport, meals, professional guiding services and optional cultural visit
Duration: 14 hours: Lasts about 14 hours between start and finish
Breakfast and Lunch : Breakfast en-route and hot buffet at Ol -Tukai lodge or picnic lunch at a campsite provided as an inclusion
Nairobi - Amboseli - Nairobi : Departure from Nairobi and head to Amboseli in Kajiado via Machakos county and later return to Nairobi
Landcruiser with open roof: Luxury transport in customised 4x4 safari jeep with comfortable reclining seats, cold storage and open roof for game viewing
Souvenir shopping: Optional stop at a local craft shop for souvenir shopping
Pickup included

Price details
£274.44 x 2 Adults£548.88
Paid at activity£172.00
Total
Price is £720.88

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Buffet lunch at Ol Tukai lodge or Picnic lunch at Observation hil depending on option selected
  • Inclusions
    Cold Storage box for drinks and medicine
  • Inclusions
    Transport in a comfortable open roof customised safari vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Bottled mineral water enough for the entire duration of the trip
  • Inclusions
    Professional Tour Guide
  • Exclusions
    Guide tips and other service charge (Optional)
  • Exclusions
    Government Park entry fees payable online via e-citizen portal
  • Exclusions
    Maasai village introduction fees payable directly to the cultural village

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Lukenya (Pass by)

Enjoy a scenic morning drive setting off in dawn from Nairobi to Amboseli via the stunning Lukenya Hills and expansive Kapiti Plains to witness a breathtaking sunrise casting golden light over the savannah. Watch as the city fades into savannah with rocky outcrops and acacia-dotted grasslands unfolding around you. Lukenya offers dramatic views and glimpses of local wildlife, while the Kapiti Plains provide a tranquil backdrop of open landscapes on your way to the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Amboseli Eco-system (Pass by)

As you get closer to Amboseli National Park you will immediately notice that the greater Amboseli ecosystem extends far beyond the park's official boundaries. This is crucial for its famous wildlife especially the elephants which can be seen roaming freely in the areas between the protected park and the surrounding community lands.At this point you will start to have a full view of the ice capped Kilimanjaro which welcomes you to Maasai land.A Maasai village visit is an option to experience their culture which is deeply intertwined with this incredible ecosystem. At the village you will meet the locals and witness their fire making techniques, beading prowess and history of their nomadic livestock keeping as an economic activity.The visit also offers guests a rare opportunity to enter their homes and see first-hand how they live. Immersive and captivating stories about their past traditions and current co-existence with wildlife will leave you yearning for more.

Mount Kilimanjaro (Pass by)

Dominating the Amboseli skyline is the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro Africa's highest peak. Though situated across the border in Tanzania Amboseli offers arguably the most iconic and breathtaking views of this towering snow-capped mountain.From inside Amboseli National Park Kilimanjaro serves as a dramatic ever present backdrop to your safari. Imagine a herd of elephants silhouetted against its mighty slopes at sunrise or a lone acacia tree framed by its imposing presence. The early mornings and late afternoons often provide the clearest views when the clouds typically shrouding its summit disperse creating truly photographic moments that embody the spirit of East African safari. Even from outside the park as you drive towards Amboseli or stay in nearby community conservancies Kilimanjaro's sheer scale is evident. Its colossal form looms on the horizon hinting at the natural wonders that await you within the park. It's a constant reminder of the untamed beauty of this corner of Africa

Amboseli National Park

  • 6h
Welcome to Amboseli National Park better known as the home of elephants! This unique park fed by Kilimanjaro's springs boasts diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife. Its stars are the elephants which you will see vast herds often with huge tusks roaming freely. Beyond them spot majestic lions massive hippos in the swamps and a vibrant array of birdlife.Later on climb the Observation Hill for stunning 36 degree views of the park including an unrivalled vista of Mount Kilimanjaro. A park resource centre with a library that offers valuable insights on conservation, history of the Kilimanjaro ecosystem in general and it's significance to the local community. Amboseli is a complete safari experience!

Lake Amboseli

  • 25m
Explore Amboseli's vast, shimmering dry Lake Amboseli. For much of the year it's a colossal basin of cracked, white, alkaline earth—a stark remnant of an ancient lake, perfectly living up to the Maasai name "Empusel" (salty, dusty place). After heavy rains, it can briefly fill sometimes attracting a stunning display of Flamingos. Driving its expanse offers a surreal experience; intense heat creates mesmerising mirages of floating trees or wildlife. This open dramatic landscape provides a unique photographic backdrop, especially with Kilimanjaro and enhances wildlife spotting

Lake Kioko (Pass by)

A captivating feature of Amboseli is Lake Kioko, one of the park's vital freshwater sources. This beautiful lake fed by crystal-clear underground springs from Mount Kilimanjaro's snowmelt remains largely permanent. Its lush banks and open waters are a constant draw for wildlife. You'll find large pods of hippos here their grunting calls echoing across the water. Lake Kioko is also a true birder's paradise, teeming with spectacular birdlife. Look for majestic African fish eagles, pelicans, and a vibrant spectacle of **flamingos** that often gather, creating a striking pink fringe. Interestingly this permanent water supply influenced the park's history. The former Amboseli Lodge once stood nearby but due to rising water levels and the dynamic nature of these spring-fed wetlands parts of it eventually became submerged leading to its closure. This serves as a unique testament to the powerful natural forces at play within the Amboseli ecosystem.

Masai Village

  • 45m
Visit a traditional Maasai village near Amboseli and gain insight into one of Kenya’s most iconic cultures. You'll be welcomed with lively songs and the famous jumping danc then guided through the village to see how the Maasai live, build their homes, and uphold centuries-old traditions. Learn how the community balances daily life with the challenges of living alongside wildlife..protecting their cattle from predators while coexisting with elephants, lions, and other animals. Hear first-hand stories from elders and warriors, step inside a traditional manyatta hut and watch local women demonstrate beadwork. Finish your visit with a chance to purchase handmade crafts that directly support the community.

Location

Activity location

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    Lake Amboseli
    • Kajiado County, Kajiado County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Lake Amboseli
    • Kajiado County, Kajiado County, Kenya

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