3 Day Amboseli Safari from the Coast

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Overview

Destination: Amboseli National Park

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

Departure: 5:00am (road) / flexible (flight)

Travel time: 4.5 to 5 hours from Mombasa

Flying option: 1 hour from Moi International Airport

Accommodation: full board lodge or tented camp

Best time to go: January to March, July to October (clearest mountain views)

Safari Itinerary

3 Day / 2 Night Itinerary

Day 1

Early morning: Pick-up from your hotel.

Late morning: Arrival in Amboseli, park entry.

Afternoon: Safari en route to the lodge.

Evening: Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 2

Sunrise: Morning safari (Kilimanjaro views).

Late morning: Back at the lodge, rest.

Afternoon: Second safari (a different area of the park).

Evening: Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 3

Sunrise: Morning safari.

Late morning: Breakfast, check-out, depart Amboseli.

Afternoon: Drive back to the coast.

Best for: most guests. Two full days of safaris, with plenty of chances for those clear mountain views.

THE FLYING OPTION (2 to 3 days)

Day 1

Morning: transfer to Moi International Airport.

Late morning: a 1 hour flight to the Amboseli airstrip.

Afternoon: meet your guide, safari en route to the lodge.

Evening: overnight at the lodge.

Day 2

Sunrise safari, afternoon safari.

Day 3

Morning safari, return flight to Mombasa.

Afternoon: transfer to your hotel.

Best for: guests who’d rather skip the long drive, honeymoon couples, special occasions.

 

What's Included

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with an open roof
  • Professional, KWS licensed guide
  • All Amboseli park entry fees
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
  • Full board (all meals)
  • Drinking water throughout the trip
  • All fuel and transport costs
  • Safaris as per the itinerary
  • The fly-in package also includes:
  • Return flights, Mombasa to Amboseli to Mombasa
  • Airport transfers

What's Not Included

  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tips for your guide and lodge staff
  • Personal drinks, alcohol, and other purchases
  • Hot air balloon safari (available on request)

What to Pack

  • Neutral colored clothing (khaki, olive, beige, grey)
  • Warm layers for morning safaris, it’s cold at sunrise
  • A wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen
  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sunglasses and binoculars
  • A camera with a zoom lens (200mm+ recommended)
  • A refillable water bottle
  • Swimwear, if your lodge has a pool
  • A torch or headlamp

Good to Know

Best time to see Kilimanjaro clearly: January to March and July to October. Book your morning safaris in advance.

Is it worth the trip to Amboseli from the coast? Yes, but only if you plan on at least one overnight stay. A day trip is too rushed, over 10 hours of driving. We recommend 2 to 3 nights.

Road or flight: driving is cheaper. Flying saves time and is more comfortable. We can advise based on your budget and schedule.

Combine Amboseli and Tsavo: Amboseli and Tsavo East connect naturally. Ask us about a combined 5 to 7 day itinerary.

Children: The overnight pace suits families well. Game drives can be shortened if needed.

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