DISCOVER AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Destination Overview
Experience the majesty of Africa’s highest peak as a backdrop to herds of elephants and diverse wildlife in Kenya’s iconic elephant sanctuary, where Mt. Kilimanjaro provides a stunning vista across the border in Tanzania.
Location
Southern Kenya, bordering Tanzania
Size
392 square kilometers
Ecosystem
Five distinct habitats: savanna grassland, acacia woodland, rocky thorn bush, swamps, and marshland
Wildlife
Home to over 1,600 elephants and four of the Big Five; rich birdlife with over 400 species
Highlights
World-famous elephant research project and unrivaled views of Mt. Kilimanjaro (5,896m)
UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS
Signature Experiences
Discover extraordinary experiences in Amboseli National Park
- Elephant Encounters
Get up close with Africa’s gentle giants against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro, part of one of the world’s longest-running elephant research projects.
- Bird Watching
Explore the park’s swamps and wetlands, home to over 400 bird species including 40 birds of prey and seasonal flamingos.
- Observation Hill
Climb this panoramic viewpoint for breathtaking scenes across the park’s plains, lakes, and marshes with Kilimanjaro rising in the distance.
LUXURY STAYS
Ol Tukai Lodge
Award-winning lodge in the heart of Amboseli, set in Ol Tukai woodland – a favorite retreat for elephants
- Luxury Rooms
Elegant accommodations with stunning views of either Kilimanjaro or the wetlands where elephants gather
- Safari Lodges
International cuisine with local flavors, often served with views of elephants at the nearby watering holes
- Swimming Pool
Refresh yourself while watching elephants and other wildlife pass by in their natural habitat
- Elephant Bar
Perfect spot for sundowners while observing the evening wildlife activity
VISUAL JOURNEY
Photo Gallery
Explore the beauty of Nairobi
Amboseli Elephant Research Project
Home to one of the world’s longest-running wildlife research projects, studying and protecting elephants since 1972.
- Pioneering elephant research by Cynthia Moss tracking over 2,000 individual elephants across generations
- Community-based conservation creating income for local Maasai landowners
- Protecting critical water sources from Mt. Kilimanjaro that feed the park's swamps
- Monitoring and mitigating human-wildlife conflicts in the surrounding areas
PLANNING GUIDE
Best Time To Visit
Peak Season
June to October (Dry Season) for best wildlife viewing and clear views of Kilimanjaro
Good Period
November to February (Short Rains) when the landscape turns green
Note
Clear views of Kilimanjaro are best during early morning and late afternoon; the mountain is often shrouded in clouds by midday
BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE
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Amboseli National Park?
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