Nights 1 & 2
Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Set within 190 acres of Acacia woodland, with uninterrupted views of Kilimanjaro. Full board, or similar.
Visit LodgeDestination
Kenya: Nairobi, Amboseli, Tsavo West
Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Price
From $1,008
per person
Beneath Africa's Highest Peak
Imagine the first light of dawn casting its gentle glow over the majestic silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro as you find yourself at the heart of Amboseli National Park. The air is crisp with anticipation as elephants, the park's noble residents, traverse the plains, their silhouettes etched against the mountain's grandeur.
As you transition to Tsavo West, the landscape morphs into a dramatic tableau of red earth and volcanic formations — home to the famous red elephants and the crystal waters of Mzima Springs.
Highlights
- Iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro at sunrise and sunset.
- Amboseli's great elephant herds, photographed against the mountain.
- Lions, cheetahs, hyenas and abundant plains game on open savannah.
- Tsavo West's famous red elephants, dusted with volcanic soil.
- Mzima Springs — underwater hippo and crocodile viewing.
- Dramatic volcanic landscapes and Poachers Lookout viewpoints.
Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi to Amboseli — Elephants & Kilimanjaro Views
Pick up from the airport or your Nairobi hotel and drive south toward Amboseli National Park. Often called the "Royal Court of Kilimanjaro," Amboseli lies at the foot of Africa's highest mountain, offering some of the most iconic views in East Africa.
Arriving in time for lunch, you'll begin to experience the park's breathtaking scenery. Amboseli is world-renowned for its large herds of elephants, often wandering across open plains with Kilimanjaro as a dramatic backdrop — a paradise for photographers.
The park is also home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas and numerous plains game species. After your first introduction to Amboseli, continue to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2Amboseli National Park — At the Foot of Kilimanjaro
Depending on your lodge location and personal preferences, your day in Amboseli can be tailored to your ideal safari experience. You may start with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active and the light is perfect for photography — the best time to spot predators while enjoying Kilimanjaro at sunrise.
Alternatively, opt for a full-day game drive for a deeper exploration of the park. Return to your lodge for a late breakfast and rest during the warmer hours, then head back out in the afternoon as temperatures cool and wildlife becomes active once again.
Day 3Amboseli to Tsavo West — From Kilimanjaro to Red Elephants
Wake early for a chance to witness Mount Kilimanjaro at sunrise — often glowing in spectacular colours. Together with your guide, decide the best use of your morning based on wildlife activity and your preferences.
Within two hours' drive, you'll arrive in Tsavo West, famous for its "red elephants," named for the rich volcanic soil that coats their skin as they dust-bathe. The park offers dramatic landscapes from lava flows to rolling hills and excellent wildlife viewing.
After lunch at your lodge, visit Mzima Springs. Walk the nature trails and view hippos and crocodiles from the crystal-clear underwater observation tank.
Day 4Tsavo West to Nairobi
After breakfast, depart Tsavo West making your way toward Nairobi. The park is known for its rugged, dramatic landscapes — a mix of open savannah, acacia woodlands, rocky ridges and volcanic formations.
Enjoy a game drive en route, with opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and a variety of antelope species, plus viewpoints such as Poachers Lookout. Drop off at your Nairobi residence.
Camps & Lodges
Night 3
Salt Lick Safari Lodge
An architectural marvel on stilts overlooking a busy waterhole — one of Kenya's most photographed lodges.
Image courtesy of Sopa Lodges
Visit LodgeWhat's Included
Price Includes
- First class accommodation on full board
- All meals on safari
- Unlimited bottled water in safari vehicles
- Guaranteed window seat in private 4×4 Land Cruisers
- All national park and game reserve fees, plus taxes
- Evacuation to a Nairobi hospital (transport only)
Not Included
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Personal purchases
- Optional activities (balloon rides, walking safaris)
- Pre- and post-safari tours
- Meals or accommodation outside the safari
- Local and international flights
Dates & Rates
Price per person in US dollars, based on group size. SRS is the single room supplement.
| Season | Each of 2 pax | Each of 4 pax | Each of 6 pax | SRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan – Mar / Nov – Dec 20 | $1,515 | $1,270 | $1,053 | $136 |
| April – May | $1,492 | $1,097 | $1,008 | $95 |
| June – October | $1,560 | $1,195 | $1,080 | $210 |
| Dec 21 – Jan 02 | On request | On request | On request | On request |
Moments on Safari
Elephants beneath Kilimanjaro
Giraffes on the plains
Mzima Springs
The red elephants of Tsavo
Kilimanjaro at first light
Please note. Travelling in remote locations can present challenges that may require slight changes to the itinerary. We will always try to run the tour as planned. If a change is needed for reasons beyond our control — political unrest, natural disasters or lodge overbooking — we will do our best to keep you close to the original location and notify you as soon as we know. If a change increases the cost, the increase will be passed on to the participant.