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Amboseli National Park is home to incredible wildlife

Overview

Amboseli National Park is among the best destinations in Africa. Mount Kilimanjaro crowns this great park. It is the best place for game drives, watching birds, taking photos, and camping. It is a protected area with a size of about 390.26 sq. Km. You can visit at any time across the year. Ensure that you carry a good camera, binoculars, sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses. Let’s look at some of the reasons why the park is an important destination.

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FAQs About Amboseli National Park

Where is Amboseli National Park? It is located in Kajiado County in Kenya. This is about 365 km southeast of Nairobi. Using the Nairobi-Mombasa Road, it takes about 3 to 4 hours to reach the park from Nairobi. You can also access it via Namanga road. Its latitude is -2.6527° S and its Longitude is 37.2606°E.

How do I get to Amboseli National Park? You can travel by road to the park from Nairobi via Emali or Namanga. Your tour company will choose the best route for you. You can also enjoy air travel. The park has an airstrip for light aircraft.

Where can I stay in Amboseli National Park? Amboseli National Park lodges are widely available. You can choose luxury, mid-range, or budget lodges.

How are the Amboseli National Park charges? The Park entry fee is affordable for everyone. For residents, you can pay as low as KSH 860 for adults and KSH 215 for kids. For non-residents, you can pay as low as USD 60 for adults and USD 35 for kids. Your tour company is likely to cover these charges. Ask the company about their package for a better plan.

Can I combine Amboseli National Park with other tourist destinations? Yes. You should add the park to your itinerary. It is very easy to connect to the park from other East African tourist destinations. It is also easy to visit other places from the park.

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Some interesting facts about Amboseli National Park

Wildlife

If you love wildlife, then Amboseli NP is the best destination. It is home to amazing wild animals. Let’s look at animals you may spot in the park.

African elephants. The park is famous for its large herds of elephants. It has over 1,600 elephants roaming freely. The wetlands, savannah grasslands, woodlands, and the lake shores basin are favorable for these large animals. Most researchers visit the park to study the elephant population.

Tree climbing lionsThese lions are not common in Kenya and East Africa. But you will find them in Amboseli.

Other animalsThe park is home to many other animals. These include buffaloes, leopards, wild dogs, zebras, giraffes, and cheetahs among others.

Birdlife

Amboseli is rich in birdlife. It is home to over 600 species of birds. You can easily spot them on your safari. You can spot birds such as vultures, ostriches, owls, waders, herons, and hornbills.

Beautiful views

The park offers a stunning view of the peaks of the mountain Kilimanjaro. This is the highest mountain in Africa. This makes the park a great destination for photography. You will have a perfect backdrop.

The weather

The park has favourable weather conditions. Temperatures can be around 28°C during the day and 15°C at night. October to May is the wet season. Driving through the park can be a challenge. June to September tends to be dry. These months may be the best for a safari.

Maasai people

The Maasai people share borders with the park. This is the most popular community in Africa. They are known for their strong customs and traditions. They measure wealth in terms of cattle and children. Their basic foods include blood, meat, milk, and honey. They have unique clothing and love wearing jewellery. During your safari to the park, you will enjoy their music and dance. By visiting Amboseli, you get an opportunity to explore African beauty. It is the best destination for viewing wildlife. You will love the stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. You also have a chance to meet the famous Maasai people. This is a lifetime opportunity to experience part of the authentic African culture. Just choose the best safari package for a memorable experience.

Your Accommodation Options in Amboseli National Park

We have several accommodation options in Amboseli National Park which you can choose from depending on your budget and other interests. We have incredibly good hotels, lodges, and camps that offer good services which we believe all meets your expectations. With our fantastic relationships with these facilities, we can assure you that you’d definitely get value for your money in the facility that we’ll book you for your accommodation. Among others, some of them include the following:

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