About this journey
This is a long but rewarding road safari for travellers who have only one available day and especially want to experience Amboseli National Park. Collection is arranged before sunrise for the drive south from Nairobi through Emali toward the selected park gate. The journey is considerably longer than a Nairobi National Park visit, so guests should expect an early departure, extended road travel and an evening return. Inside Amboseli, the driver guide explores wetlands, open plains, acacia woodland and suitable viewpoints in search of elephant families, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, predators and birds. Mount Kilimanjaro may appear beyond the plains when clouds and haze allow, but a clear mountain view cannot be promised. Lunch is arranged at a lodge, camp or picnic location according to the final quotation. The itinerary is best for active travellers who accept the road time in exchange for a short introduction to southern Kenya's elephant country. Two or three days normally provide a more relaxed Amboseli experience, but this private day trip is practical when the travel calendar cannot be extended. The departure time, park gate and game drive length depend on road conditions, traffic, weather and current park procedures.
Travel style
Destinations
Transport and guiding
Private road safari from Nairobi in a four wheel drive safari vehicle with an opening roof and an English speaking driver guide. The journey includes long early morning and evening road sectors.
Suggested itinerary
Nairobi to Amboseli and Return
Leave Nairobi before sunrise and travel south through Emali toward Amboseli National Park. Stop for a brief comfort break when required, then complete park entry and begin the game drive. Explore wetland, grassland and woodland habitats for elephant families, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, predators and birds. Visit suitable viewpoints according to road and wildlife conditions. Mount Kilimanjaro may be visible when weather permits. Pause for the included picnic or lodge lunch, continue game viewing during the available afternoon time, then leave the park for the road return to Nairobi. Evening arrival depends on traffic and road conditions.
Included
- Private transport from and back to a confirmed Nairobi hotel, residence or airport meeting point
- Professional English speaking driver guide
- Bottled drinking water during the journey
- Scheduled wildlife viewing and activities described in the confirmed itinerary
- Government taxes applicable to the included services
- Planning support before departure
- Amboseli National Park entry fee for the confirmed traveller category
- Picnic lunch or lodge lunch as stated in the final quotation
- Guided game drive in Amboseli National Park
Not included
- International and domestic flights unless specifically included
- Kenya electronic travel authorisation and passport expenses
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Meals and drinks not specifically listed as included
- Personal purchases, telephone charges and laundry
- Tips for the driver guide and activity staff
- Additional services caused by flight delays, traffic, road closures, severe weather or traveller requested changes
- Any activity or entry fee not clearly listed in the confirmed quotation
- Accommodation
- Optional cultural visits
- Premium drinks and additional meals
