Amboseli Safari 2-Day: Elephant Herds & Kilimanjaro Views

Herds of over 100 elephants with Africa's tallest mountain behind them

A 2-day overnight safari from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park includes park entry, accommodation at AA Amboseli Lodge, all transport in a van with a pop-up roof, meals and bottled water. You depart Nairobi at 7am, arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive on day one, then take an early morning drive on day two before returning to Nairobi in the late afternoon. The park is known for herds of over 100 African elephants, plus buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, giraffes, lions, leopards and cheetahs, all set against Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak.

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From US$ 630 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Overnight Amboseli trip by Jeep 9 departure times: the first at 05:00, the last at 12:00 Guide in 4 languages This tour is run the same way: a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser Jeep fitted with a pop-up roof for easy wildlife viewing. Pickup is included

Amboseli National Park overnight safari departing from Nairobi 7 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 12:00 Guide in 4 languages Pickup is included

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Amboseli and afternoon safari

• Pick up from Nairobi hotel
• Drive to Amboseli National Park
• Arrive and have lunch
• Rest at lodge
• Afternoon game drive in Amboseli
• Overnight at AA Amboseli Lodge

Day 2: Morning safari and return to Nairobi

• Breakfast at lodge
• Early morning game drive
• Picnic lunch in park
• Depart Amboseli for Nairobi
• Arrive and drop off in Nairobi

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off within Nairobi CBD.
• park entrance fees.
• all transport in a van with a pop-up roof.
• one night's accommodation at AA Amboseli Lodge.
• dinner and breakfast.
• bottled water throughout the safari.

Times

• Every day 05:00 06:00 07:00 07:30 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00

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Before you book

Group Private 5 group tours ›

Live guide English, Spanish, French and Russian Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

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Ages Adult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Infant seats available Public transport nearby

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The experience

The drive from Nairobi to Amboseli takes you through typical African savanna dotted with Masai herds and local homesteads. You arrive in time for lunch at the lodge, then head out for an afternoon game drive in search of elephant, giraffe, zebra, lion, cheetah, warthog and ostrich. Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the skyline throughout (the tallest mountain in Africa and the world's highest free-standing peak) providing a backdrop as you watch the wildlife move across the plains.

The van's pop-up roof lets you stand and photograph without obstruction, which matters when you're tracking large bull elephants with some of the biggest tusks in the animal kingdom. Amboseli's elephant population is substantial enough that herds of over 100 individuals are common. You'll also encounter ample numbers of buffalo, wildebeest, zebra and impala, and a healthy population of predators: lions, leopards, caracals, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas and serval cats are frequently seen in the park.

Day two starts with an early post-breakfast game drive in search of predators and grazers, followed by a half-day drive with a picnic lunch. You depart after lunch and arrive back in Nairobi during the late afternoon, dropping off at your hotel or residence within the CBD. The lodge offers a clear view of Kilimanjaro, so the mountain stays visible even when you're resting between drives.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

What wildlife can I expect to see on a 2-day Amboseli safari?

Amboseli is world-famous for its substantial elephant population: herds of over 100 individuals are common, and the large bull elephants have some of the largest tusks in the animal kingdom. You'll also spot ample herds of buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, impala and giraffes, plus predators including lions, leopards, caracals, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas and serval cats, which are frequently seen in the park.

When does the safari depart from Nairobi and when do I return?

Pickup from your Nairobi hotel or residence in the CBD is at 7am on day one. You arrive at Amboseli in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive. On day two, an early post-breakfast game drive is followed by a half-day drive with picnic lunch, after which you depart and arrive back in Nairobi during the late afternoon.

What is included in the overnight Amboseli safari?

The package includes pickup and drop-off within Nairobi CBD, park entrance fees, all transport in a van with a pop-up roof, one night's accommodation at AA Amboseli Lodge, dinner, breakfast, and bottled water throughout the safari.

What is Mount Kilimanjaro's role in the Amboseli experience?

Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the skyline and backdrop of Amboseli National Park. As Africa's tallest mountain and the world's highest free-standing peak, its snow-capped summit frames the wildlife viewing throughout both days of the safari, and the lodge offers a clear view of it even during rest periods.

Is the pop-up roof van suitable for photography?

Yes, the van's pop-up roof is specifically designed for easy game viewing and photography, allowing you to stand and shoot without obstruction while tracking wildlife across the plains.