3-Day Amboseli Elephant Encounter and Kilimanjaro Safari Tour
- 3 days
- Kenya
- From $757
Experience the soul of Amboseli in this 3-day safari. Departing from Nairobi, journey to the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, where elephants roam free and golden sunsets stretch across the horizon. Enjoy immersive game drives, luxurious lodge stays, and an optional sunrise balloon safari on Day 2. On your return, connect with Maasai culture through a village visit. End your journey with an optional celebratory meal at Nairobi’s famous Carnivore Restaurant.
Tour Highlights
- Elephants beneath Kilimanjaro – Watch them roam in golden light, still and majestic.
- Optional balloon safari – Drift at dawn, the world unfolding in silence below.
- Scenic game drives – Smell the sun-warmed earth, hear the wild’s quiet symphony.
- Maasai village visit – Feel the heartbeat of culture through dance, story, and song.
- Farewell feast at Carnivore – A sensory celebration of flavors and memories.
Tour Map
Tour Features
Accommodations
Mid-range
Midrange options are a favorite for most of our travelers. These lodges and tented camps offer a comfortable stay with all the essentials—private bathrooms, hot showers, good meals, and attentive service. You’ll find them in beautiful locations, often inside or near the national parks, with cozy lounges, scenic views, and even swimming pools in some places. They strike a perfect balance between cost and comfort, ideal for couples, families, and small groups looking for a relaxed but authentic experience.
Luxury
Luxury safaris are all about elegance, exclusivity, and exceptional service. These lodges and tented camps provide everything you’d expect from a 5-star resort—gourmet meals, spa treatments, private decks, plunge pools, and breathtaking views over the savannah. Many are located in private conservancies, meaning fewer vehicles and more intimate wildlife encounters. If you’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or simply want the best of the best, this is for you.
Budget
Budget accommodations are for travelers who want to experience the magic of safari without breaking the bank. These are clean, safe, and simple options like basic lodges or permanent tented camps with shared or private bathrooms. Meals are home-style, and the atmosphere is often social and laid-back. It’s a great choice for backpackers, students, or anyone who values adventure over amenities.
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.
Midrange Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Luxury Accommodation
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli National Park
Budget Accommodation
Sungura Safari Camp Amboseli
Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from 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.
Midrange Accommodation
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP
Luxury Accommodation
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli National Park
Budget Accommodation
Sungura Safari Camp Amboseli
Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from 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
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.
Midrange Accommodation Rates
Rates Per Person
Low Season (April, May, and 1st November – 20th December)
- Solo$1,283
- 2 People$817
- 3 People$685
- 4 people$608
- 5 people$572
- 6 People$539
Mid Season (January, February, March, and June )
- Solo$1,283
- 2 People$817
- 3 People$685
- 4 people$608
- 5 people$572
- 6 People$539
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- Solo$1,419
- 2 People$880
- 3 People$755
- 4 people$650
- 5 people$622
- 6 People$575
Luxury Accommodation Rates
Rates Per Person
Low Season (April, May, and 1st November – 20th December)
- Solo$1,478
- 2 People$905
- 3 People$831
- 4 people$706
- 5 people$702
- 6 People$640
Mid Season (January, February, March, and June )
- Solo$1,768
- 2 People$1,084
- 3 People$1,023
- 4 people$867
- 5 people$873
- 6 People$794
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- Solo$1,768
- 2 People$1,084
- 3 People$1,023
- 4 people$867
- 5 people$873
- 6 People$794
Budget Accommodations Rates
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
Included
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals and Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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Tour Cost
Midrange Accommodation
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- 2 People$880
- 4 people$650
- 6 People$575
Luxury Accommodation
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- 2 People$1,084
- 4 people$867
- 6 People$794
Budget Accommodation
High Season (July, August, September, October, December 21st – January 3rd)
- 2 People$919
- 4 people$702
- 6 People$629