5 Days 4 Nights Amboseli Luxury Safari
Indulge in a 5-day luxury safari in Amboseli National Park – the land of giants. Witness large herds of elephants against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. Stay at premium lodges such as AA Lodge Amboseli or Tawi Lodge, enjoy private game drives, and opt for a hot air balloon safari over the plains. This safari offers an intimate and exclusive wildlife experience.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Drive south to Amboseli National Park (approx. 4 hours) with scenic views of the Maasai steppe. Arrive at your luxury lodge in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive to explore the park’s swamps and open plains, where you will see large elephant herds, buffalo, zebras, and giraffes with Kilimanjaro in the background. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Days 2, 3 & 4: Full Days in Amboseli
Three full days dedicated to game viewing and relaxation. Each day you can choose morning and afternoon game drives (best for predator sightings and clear Kilimanjaro views) or a full‑day drive with a picnic lunch. Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park and its swamps. Search for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and over 400 bird species. Optional activities (extra cost): hot air balloon safari at sunrise, guided nature walk, or a visit to a Maasai village. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Amboseli to Nairobi
Early morning game drive, then breakfast. Check out and drive back to Nairobi, with en‑route game viewing if time allows. Drop‑off at your hotel or airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Extras
- Hot air balloon safari – US$ 450 per person (includes champagne breakfast)
- Maasai village visit – US$ 30 per person
- Fly‑in option: return flights from Wilson Airport to Amboseli airstrip (adds approx. US$ 400 per person)
Pricing (2026)
| Room Type | Validity | Price (USD per person) |
|---|---|---|
| Double (sharing) – Elewana Tortilis (6 pax Land Cruiser) | 1st July – 31st Oct / 20th Dec – 3rd Jan | US$ 2,564 |
| Single | Peak season | US$ 3,728 |
| Double (sharing) | 4th Jan – 31st Mar / 1st Jun – 30th Jun / 1st Nov – 19th Dec | US$ 1,871 |
| Single | Shoulder | US$ 2,687 |
| Double (sharing) | 1st Apr – 31st May | US$ 1,300 |
| Single | Low season | US$ 1,825 |
Note: Amboseli park entry fees are NOT included. Payable directly: Non‑resident adult US$ 90 per day, child US$ 45. For 4 days: approx. US$ 360 per adult. Citizen and resident rates available on request.
Included
- 4 nights luxury accommodation (full board)
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser for the safari
- All game drives as per itinerary
- Professional English‑speaking driver‑guide
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Nairobi pick‑up and drop‑off (by road)
- All government taxes
Excluded
- Amboseli park entry fees
- International flights & visas
- Optional activities (balloon, village visit, fly‑in)
- Tips & personal expenses