3-Day Amboseli Elephant Encounters & Kilimanjaro Budget Safari Tour
- 3 days
- Kenya
- From $503
Step into the heart of Amboseli on this 3-day budget safari made for first-time adventurers, wildlife lovers, and memory seekers. Watch mighty elephant herds roam beneath the snow-capped peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro — a scene that speaks of freedom, wonder, and legacy. With personalized guiding, comfortable stays, and sweeping game drives, you’ll capture more than just photos — you’ll feel the soul of Africa. Return home not just with souvenirs, but with a story that says, “I’ve lived it.
Tour Highlights
- Come face-to-face with Amboseli’s legendary elephant herds as they roam freely across golden plains.
- Marvel at breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro rising behind dust-kicked acacias — Africa’s most iconic backdrop.
- Enjoy thrilling game drives with a personal guide who helps you spot lions, cheetahs, and giraffes in the wild.
- Capture once-in-a-lifetime photos in golden light during early mornings and late afternoons.
- Sleep under the stars in a cozy safari camp, listening to the distant roar of wildlife after dark.
- Choose an optional sunrise balloon safari — soar silently over the plains for an unforgettable aerial view of Amboseli.
- Visit a Maasai village en route back to Nairobi and connect with Kenya’s proud pastoral culture.
Tour Map
Tour Features
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Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli NP
As you leave Nairobi, the city’s bustle fades into the wide, open promise of the savannah. By late morning, Amboseli welcomes you—golden light shimmering across its dusty plains, the air fragrant with acacia and adventure. Afternoon brings your first game drive: elephants moving silently in family groups, their presence grounding and awe-inspiring. Evening wraps you in warmth and quiet—your first night under African stars, feeling both small and infinite.
Budget Accommodation
Sungura Safari Camp
Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Main Destination
Best Time To Visit
June to October and January to February
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Activities
- Morning transfer to Amboseli National Park
- Afternoon Game drive in Amboseli
- Overnight at your select Accommodation
Day 2
Full Day Amboseli NP
Before dawn, an optional balloon safari lifts you into a breathless hush. Below, the world stirs: flamingos in shimmering pools, elephants tracing old paths, light painting the land in gold. After breakfast, another game drive brings close encounters and the thrill of the unknown. As the sun sinks behind Kilimanjaro, a stillness settles—a moment where time holds its breath and you feel completely, beautifully alive.
Budget Accommodation
Sungura Safari Camp
Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Main Destination
Best Time To Visit
June to October and January to February
Best Weather
June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
High Season
December to March and July to October (Busy)
Activities
- Optional Early Morning Balloon Safari
- Full Day Game drive in Amboseli
- Overnight at your select Accommodation
Day 3
Amboseli NP to Nairobi
You journey back toward Nairobi, but the safari spirit lingers. Along the way, a visit to a Maasai village reveals stories older than the land—faces smiling, beads dancing, fire crackling with welcome. The road continues, winding gently back into modern life. Celebrate the end with an optional feast at Carnivore, flavors bold and joyous—a final toast to transformation and memory.
Accommodation
No accommodation (End of tour)
Main Destination
Nairobi
Activities
- Early Morning Game drive in Amboseli
- Transfer to Nairobi (City)
- Optional Lunch or Dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant
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Important to know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 3 are free.
Rates Per Person
Low Season (April, May, and 1st November – 20th December)
- Solo$1,283
- 2 People$768
- 3 People$674
- 4 people$596
- 5 people$552
- 6 People$503
Mid Season (January, February, March, and June )
- Solo$1,283
- 2 People$768
- 3 People$674
- 4 people$596
- 5 people$552
- 6 People$503
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- Solo$1,444
- 2 People$919
- 3 People$805
- 4 people$702
- 5 people$677
- 6 People$629
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Included
- Full board accommodation in a comfortable budget lodge or tented camp
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi (hotels or airport)
- Transport in a private 4x4 pop-up roof safari jeep with an experienced driver-guide
- Unlimited game drives within the Masai Mara National Reserve
- All park entry fees to Amboseli National Park
- Bottled water throughout the safari
- Optional visit to a Masai village (included if selected in advance)
- AMREF Flying Doctors evacuation cover for emergency medical evacuation
- 24/7 on-ground support during your safari
- All Taxes/VAT
Excluded
- International or domestic flights
- Travel insurance (required – we’ll help you choose the right cover)
- Visa fees for Kenya
- Personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
- Hot air balloon safari (available at extra cost – recommended to book in advance)
- Lunch or dinner at Carnivore Restaurant on return (optional add-on)
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Tour Cost
Low Season (April, May, and 1st November – 20th December)
- 2 People$768
- 4 people$596
- 6 People$503
Mid Season (January, February, March, and June )
- 2 People$768
- 4 people$596
- 6 People$503
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- 2 People$919
- 4 people$702
- 6 People$629
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