Explore Amboseli National park.
Why Visit Amboseli National Parks?
Amboseli National park is located in Kajiado county and is approximately a 4 hour drive from Nairobi, Kenya’s Capital city.
History tells us Amboseli is derived from the maasai word Empusel which means “salty dust place”.
This park’s strategic allocation overlooking Mount Kilimanjaro has seen it become a popular destination for nature lovers.
For those who adore elephants, this destination is perfect for you. Amboseli national park is one of the best places to see large herds of elephants in Kenya.
Due to the large number of elephants Amboseli was commonly referred to as the “Land of Giants”.
The Park has been a safe haven to an incredible bull elephant named Tim.
This mighty elephant quickly became one of the major attractions with his size and iconic tusks that reached the ground and was estimated to be around 50 years old at the time of his death from natural causes in 2020. Another interesting mammal worth mentioning is an Elephant named Echo.
Amboseli was home to Echo, the most researched elephant in the world.
These are only a few examples of iconic species of mind blowing physique never witnessed anywhere in the world.
Wildlife and Attractions
- Large Herds of Elephants
- Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Big Five except the Rhino
- Lake Amboseli dried up bed,
- Amboseli wetlands with sulphur springs, The savannah and woodlands of Amboseli
- Prolific birdlife features 420 species
- Contemporary Maasai culture and indigenous lifestyle
Activities in Kilimanjaro National Park
- Game Drives.
- Walking Safari at the Observation Hill.
- Hot Air Balloon Safaris.
- Birding Hotspots: The Sinet Delta.
- Maasai culture/visiting local villages.
Best Time to Visit
Although Amboseli National Park can be visited at any time of year, it is best to go in the dry months (June to October and January to February). Kilimanjaro is often obscured by clouds, but the best chances for a clear panorama are always in the early morning and late afternoon.