Duration
3-Day
Amboseli National Park, Kenya
3-Day Amboseli National Park Safari
Overview
Witness Africa's most iconic view: herds of massive elephants roaming against the backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro. This compact safari offers morning and afternoon game drives across Amboseli's ancient lake bed and lush swamps. Spot lions, hippos, and over 400 bird species. Choose our Budget version for essential comfort and value, or upgrade to Midrange for a private 4x4, a swimming pool, and sundowner drinks overlooking the savannah.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Amboseli NP
Country & park
Kenya / Amboseli National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Nyati Safari Camp - Budget tented camp just outside Amboseli NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$1,379 USD
$885 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 4 are free.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Amboseli NP
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 3)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses tented camps.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
1
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Nyati Safari Camp
Budget tented camp just outside Amboseli NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Activity: Scenic Drive & Afternoon Game Drive Your driver-guide picks you up from your Nairobi hotel or JKIA around 7:00 AM. You'll drive south through Kajiado County, passing traditional Maasai homesteads and open savannah plains—a genuine taste of rural Kenya. Short stops for refreshments and photos keep the journey relaxed. Arrive at the Amboseli area around midday, check into your budget tented camp or lodge, and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon (around 3:00-4:00 PM), head into Amboseli National Park for your first thrilling game drive. Expect to see elephant family groups, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and buffalo against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return to camp at sunset for dinner and overnight. Accommodation: Nyati Safari Camp Meals: Lunch & Dinner. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Nyati Safari Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Full-Day Exploration of Amboseli
Activity: Sunrise Game Drive & Afternoon Game Drive Start early (around 6:00 AM) with a sunrise game drive—the best time for cooler temperatures, active predators, and clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build. Return to camp for breakfast and rest during the heat of the day. After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive exploring different park areas, including the swamp systems where hippos, elephants, and buffalo congregate. Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park's diverse landscapes. This full day of game drives maximizes your wildlife value, increasing chances of seeing lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and over 400 bird species including flamingos, pelicans, and crowned cranes. Accommodation: Budget Tented Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner. Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Amboseli National Park Stay: Nyati Safari Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Amboseli to Nairobi
Activity: Morning Game Drive & Return Journey Enjoy one final early morning game drive (6:30-9:30 AM)—often a great time to see elephants moving between feeding and water areas. Return to camp for breakfast, check out, and begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi, arriving by mid-afternoon. You'll be dropped off at your hotel or JKIA, marking the end of your affordable Amboseli adventure. Meals: Breakfast. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Puercoespin Safaris
4.9 operator rating
9 reviews
We are a safari company incorporated in Kenya. The company has its main office in Nairobi. We are a dynamic tour company committed to providing professional services to the satisfaction of our clients. We strive to offer you local market knowledge, creativity, innovation and commitment to ensure we turn your moments into memories. We provide personalized care and attention to all our clients.
Office In
Kenya
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2016)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 4 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Nyati Safari Camp - Budget tented camp just outside Amboseli NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Puercoespin Safaris , not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Puercoespin Safaris .
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