Kenya’s Top Safari Destination
Visit Kenya’s Most Visited National Park
Amboseli National Park (formerly Maasai Amboseli Game Reserve) is a national park in Kajiado County, Kenya. It is one of the best places to view Africa’s largest elephant herds.
Amboseli includes different habitats, ranging from the dried-up bed of Lake Amboseli to wetlands with sulfur springs, savannah, and woodlands. It is called the “Land of Giants” because it is home to elephants with huge tusks. The park’s ecosystem creates a delicate balance of ecological corridors and neighbouring conservation areas, facilitating movement for large mammals and predators.
Total Area
392 km²
Elevation
0 -1,161 m
Signature Experiences
Explore Kenya’s Most Visited National Park
Big Five Game Drives
Experience the dense forest and moorland environment in a 4×4 safari car in search of large tuskers, lions, cheetahs, zebras, and buffaloes.
4×4 Game Drives
Big Five Viewing
Guided Tours
Climb Observation Hill
Hike up this cone-shaped volcanic hill for a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire park, Lake Amboseli, and Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day.
Hiking & Trekking
Scenic Landscapes
Guided Tours
Birdwatching
Spot over 600 bird species, especially around the swamps and the seasonal Lake Amboseli.
Flamingo Spotting
Immersive Safaris
Photography Expeditions
Maasai Village Cultural Visits
Tour a traditional Maasai manyatta village outside the park boundaries to learn about local customs, beadwork, and traditional dances.
Cultural & Community Tours
Responsible Safaris
Immersive Tours
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Float above the savanna at sunrise for a bird’s-eye view of wildlife and the towering peak of Kilimanjaro.
Balloon Rides
Guided Tours
Scenic Escapades
Bush Meals and Sundowners
Enjoy a romantic outdoor dinner or evening drink in the wilderness, organised by local camps and lodges.
Safari Picnics & Excursions
Nature Walks & Tours
Immersive Tours
Our Commitment
Protecting Kenya’s Most Visited National Park
Conservation in Amboseli National Park relies on a collaborative, community-based model. At Safarizo, we collaborate closely with sanctuary and park authorities to protect Kenya’s largest tusk elephants from poachers, hunters and illegal ivory traders.
Sustainable Eco-tourism
Low-impact visitor management helps ensure elephants and other wildlife remain undisturbed for generations.
Local Community Support
Partnering with the national park’s authority to create alternative livelihoods for indigenous communities and conservation education for eco-sensitive tourism.
Our Commitment
Responsible Tourism
OUR PURPOSE
Protect Kenyan Species
Kenya Safaris
Frequently Asked Questions.
The best time to visit Amboseli National Park is during the dry months from June to October and January to February. This period offers the best general wildlife viewing. Animals gather around permanent swamps and waterholes because rain is scarce.
The best time of day to visit Amboseli National Park is early morning (around sunrise, 6:00 AM) and late afternoon (before sunset, 6:00 PM).
Catch a scheduled or chartered domestic flight from Wilson Airport (WIL) in Nairobi straight to the Amboseli Airstrip (ASV). From there, we will pick you up in our private 4x4 safari vehicle and transfer you directly to the park. We can also pick you up from your accommodation and transfer you to the national park.
Amboseli is particularly famous for housing large bull elephants with massive tusks weighing over 100 pounds (45 kg) each, making them legendary examples of the species.
- Foreign Non-Resident Adults: Around $90 USD (rates can vary slightly by high or low season or specific KWS premium park updates).
- Foreign Non-Resident Children/Students: Around $40 USD.
- East African / Kenyan Residents & Citizens: Discounted rates apply; carry local identification to qualify.
- Vehicle Fees: Separate daily fees apply depending on the number of seating capacity of your safari vehicle or car.
