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The 15 Best Amboseli Safaris

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Amboseli is elephants in front of Kilimanjaro, and it is five hours from Nairobi each way. These 15 weigh the one-day dash against two nights in the park, with prices, departure times and which ones include the park fee.

Nairobi: Day Tour to Amboseli National Park & Maasai Village - The early Nairobi pickup sets the pace
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Nairobi: Day Tour to Amboseli National Park & Maasai Village

1.Day Tour to Amboseli National Park & Maasai Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 310 reviews · 12 hours · from $75Our pick

You’ll leave Nairobi before dawn for Amboseli in a 4x4 safari vehicle, with about five hours for wildlife viewing and two hours at a Maasai village. Guides such as Charles, Harrison, Jack, and Dennis are praised for animal spotting and careful driving. Allow extra time, and budget separately for park and village fees.

“It was a good day trip, a very knowledgeable tour guide and great driving skills to make things in time.”

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Day tour to Amboseli national park - A private vehicle changes the pace
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Day Tour to Amboseli National Park

2.Day Tour to Amboseli National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · from $310Top rated

Leave Nairobi at 5 a.m. for Amboseli National Park in a pop-up-roof safari vehicle. Expect elephants, zebras, giraffes, lions, birds, Observation Hill, Mount Kilimanjaro views, and lunch at OLTUKAI Lodge. Guides such as Samuel, James, Kevin, and Jerry are praised for wildlife spotting and friendly service.

“We had amazing tour with our guide and driver James. It was a long day from Nairobi but completely worth it to see Mount Kilimanjaro and all the animals. James was excellent at spotting all the animals in the park and we had wild elephanRead more”

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Amboseli Day Tour from Nairobi - Entering Amboseli National Park around 8:45 a.m.
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Amboseli Day Tour from Nairobi

3.Amboseli Day Tour from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $190

Leave Nairobi around 5 a.m. for Amboseli National Park, where a guide such as Peter, Julius, or Kim leads a game drive among elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and hippos. You may also visit a Maasai community for an extra fee. Expect a 13 to 15 hour day with park fees and lunch paid separately.

“Absolutely worth the early start and long drive. Seeing the ice of Kilimanjaro through the clouds was something special, and Amboseli itself is amazing for seeing wildlife of all kinds. On my drive, I was able to see two cheetahs on the hunt - a rRead more”

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Day Trip: Amboseli National Park & Maasai Village – Nairobi - Five hours among Amboseli’s elephants
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Day Trip: Amboseli National Park & Maasai Village – Nairobi

4.Day Trip: Amboseli National Park & Maasai Village – Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 69 reviews · 12 hours · from $100

Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli in a pop-up roof 4x4, spend about five hours seeking elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more, then visit a Maasai village. Guides such as Charles, James, Harrison, and Dennis have earned strong praise, but park fees, lunch, and the village fee cost extra.

“It was excellent experience, we have never seen wildlife so up close. Guide and driver were excellent. They made all the efforts to show us best possible wildlife. We are very happy.”

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6-Days Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli Group Safari on Landcruiser - Day 1: Nairobi to the Masai Mara by way of the Rift Valley
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6-Days Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli Group Safari on Landcruiser

5.6-Days Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli Group Safari on Landcruiser

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $1,220

Travel from Nairobi in a shared Land Cruiser with a driver-guide, spending time in the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli. You’ll search for the Big Five, flamingos, rhinos, and Kilimanjaro views, with meals, lodging, and park drives arranged for you. Groups can reach 15 people.

“Big Gman and Lenchada Safaris are an awesome combination! Every day we saw animals and even the elusive Black Rhino! The last day was the most impressive as most animals were seen from less than a 50 foot distance! Incredible experience!”

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Day trip amboseli national park from nairobi budget safari. - Leaving Nairobi for the Park
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DAY TRIP AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK FROM NAIROBI BUDGET SAFARI.

6.DAY TRIP AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK FROM NAIROBI BUDGET SAFARI.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · 12 hours · from $170

Leave Nairobi early for a full day in Amboseli National Park, with elephant-filled game drives, Mount Kilimanjaro views, and a Masai village visit. Alex is a frequently assigned guide, and the tour includes a 4WD pop-up-roof van, bottled water, binoculars, hotel pickup, and drop-off. Park fees, lunch, and village entry cost extra.

“It was unforgettable experience! Definitely worth visiting! The guide Alex is so friendly and helpful, made this trip exciting.”

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Private Day Tour Amboseli National Park, View Mt. Kilimanjaro 4*4

7.Private Day Tour Amboseli National Park, View Mt. Kilimanjaro 4*4

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $198

Leave Nairobi at 5 a.m. with a private 4x4, guide, and pop-up roof for Amboseli National Park. Look for elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and zebra beneath views of Kilimanjaro. Guides such as Peter, Brian, and Julias are praised for sharp animal spotting. Lunch and hotel pickup are included, but park entry is extra.

“Such a beautiful experience! Peter, the guide, picked us up right on time and dropped us off at the airport in the evening. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He could spot animals from miles away and knew all the good spots! The vehiclRead more”

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7 Days Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru / Lake Naivasha / Amboseli - Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara through the Rift Valley
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7 Days Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru / Lake Naivasha / Amboseli

8.7 Days Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru / Lake Naivasha / Amboseli

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $1,940

Join Best Camping Tours Kenya for seven days through Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli. Expect early game drives, a Mara River hippo stop, a Naivasha boat ride and guided Crescent Island walk, plus Kilimanjaro views. Pickup, meals, and accommodation are included for a group of up to 20.

“I can't thank Best Camping enough for the amazing experience and the professional service. My wife and I did the 7 day experience starting at Masaai Mara and ended up at Amboseli game reserve. The planning was spot on and the accomoRead more”

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6-Day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli Safari - Day 2: A full ten-hour search in Maasai Mara
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6-Day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli Safari

9.6-Day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $3,040

Spend six days in a private open-roof 4x4 visiting Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli from Nairobi. Your English-speaking guide handles game drives, meals, park fees, and transfers. Guides on this route have included Edward, Simon, Anthony, and Patrick. Expect long drives, full safari days, and optional Maasai village visit.

“I initially struggled to decide whether to book with a specialized European travel agency, or a local provider. At the end I went for Flash McTours and never regretted it one minute. I communicated with Peter, the owner, which was easy and prRead more”

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2 days group safari to Amboseli National park (Mon-Wed-Sat only) - The Nairobi to Amboseli drive
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2 days group safari to Amboseli National park (Mon-Wed-Sat only)

10.2 days group safari to Amboseli National park (Mon-Wed-Sat only)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $200

Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli for afternoon and early-morning game drives in a pop-up-roof safari van. Expect elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, and Kilimanjaro views, with meals, one lodge night, park transport, and hotel transfers included. The tour runs Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

“This was an amazing experience. My party of 9 enjoyed the excursion. The hotel pick up was extremely prompt. The drivers were there at least 30 minutes before the scheduled pickup time and very patient. The drive was as comfortable as could be on very bumpy roads. ThRead more”

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Amboseli National Park: Guided Full Day Tour - Entering Amboseli National Park
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Amboseli National Park: Guided Full Day Tour

11.Amboseli National Park: Guided Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 12 hours · from $195

Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park for a full day of safari viewing, guided by an English-speaking driver such as John, Stephen, or Joe. Look for elephants, lions, zebras, buffalo, birds, and Kilimanjaro, with optional lunch and Maasai village visits.

“very nice! our kind was kind and very professional. everything went smoothly!”

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7 Day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli Safari - Day 2: A full Maasai Mara game day
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7 Day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli Safari

12.7 Day Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · from $1,316

Travel by pop-up-roof safari vehicle from Nairobi through Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate, and Amboseli. Expect Big Five viewing, white rhinos, a Naivasha boat ride, optional Maasai village visits, and a full day beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. Guides may include Sammy or Ambrose.

“This safari was a really good experience! The organization went very smoothly it was very enjoyable. Our guide, Sammy, has made our experience unforgettable. He was very well experienced, has done everything to show us many animals, was really convenient, always puRead more”

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6 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli-Ultimate Kenyan Safari - Day 3: Rhinos and birdlife at Lake Nakuru
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6 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli-Ultimate Kenyan Safari

13.6 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli-Ultimate Kenyan Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $395

You’ll travel from Nairobi in a shared pop-up-roof safari van with up to eight people, led by a professional guide. The route covers Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli, with five nights of campsite lodging, meals, game drives, and optional activities.

“We had an amazing trip! The accomodations were fine, especially for the cost, as was the food. We had marvellous game drives and saw the "big five" in just one day in Masai Mara. The other national parks were incredible as well, as was the boat tour on Lake Naivasha. Our gRead more”

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6-Day Private Landcruiser Safari to Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli - Day 2: A full day in Masai Mara
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6-Day Private Landcruiser Safari to Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli

14.6-Day Private Landcruiser Safari to Masai Mara, Nakuru & Amboseli

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $2,165

Travel by 4x4 Landcruiser from Nairobi through Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli. Expect long road transfers, picnic lunches, budget camp stays, and game drives for lions, rhinos, flamingos, elephants, and possibly the Big Five. Guides such as Dickson, Solomon, Evans, and Francis have led past departures.

“Very Professional. Everything was taken care of very professionally right from the minute we landed till the minute we were dropped back to the airport. Richard is a champion guide and spotter.”

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Amboseli National Park: Full Day Tour From Nairobi - Leaving Nairobi before sunrise
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Amboseli National Park: Full Day Tour From Nairobi

15.Amboseli National Park: Full Day Tour From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $140

Leave Nairobi before sunrise for a full-day Amboseli safari with hotel pickup, an open-roof 4x4 van, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide such as Anthony. Expect game drives, elephant sightings, Kilimanjaro views, an optional Maasai village visit, and a very long return journey.

“Anthony was our driver and safari guide during our two day trip to Amboseli, and he made the entire experience smooth and comfortable. He was consistently punctual, friendly, and easy to be around throughout the journey. His deep knowledge of the wildlife added real value to every sighting. We felt well taken care of from start to finish, and his professionalism stood out. I would confidently recommend Anthony to anyone looking for a reliable and engaging safari guide. I had a full-body massage with her, and the experience was exceptional. She is highly professional, attentive, and creates a calm atmosphere that makes it easy to fully relax, I even fell…”

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