Amboseli is a good birding destination and more than 420 species have been recorded here. The swamps are great for water-associated birds such as egrets, herons, pelicans and crowned cranes. Large numbers of flamingos may be present in the Wet seasons (March to May and October to December). The grassland areas offer some interesting ground birds such as Hartlaub’s bustard and the localized Pangani longclaw. The acacia woodland holds some dry country specials such as steel-blue whydah, white-bellied go-away bird and the Von der Decken’s hornbill. Amboseli is a bird-watcher’s paradise throughout the year. Residents include unusual species that are spotted at any time. The migratory bird population fills the park from November to April. The months when rainfall is most likely to disrupt your bird-watching plans are November and April.
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Amboseli National Park is a breathtakingly beautiful place that offers a glimpse into the wonders of nature.
With its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and its diverse range of wildlife, including majestic elephants, fierce lions, graceful cheetahs, and elegant giraffes, a visit to this protected area in Kenya is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
If you're planning a trip to Kenya, Amboseli National Park is definitely worth a visit!
Amboseli National Park embodies 5 main wildlife habitats: open plains, acacia woodland, rocky thorn bush, swamps and marshlands.
The park also covers a part of the Pleistocene lake basin, which is now dry. Within this basin is the temporary Lake Amboseli that floods during heavy rainfall.
Although a very dry and arid landscape, Amboseli is quite lush in places. Famously dusty, Amboseli has a layer of ancient volcanic ash, which characterises the park during the dry season and droughts.
In contrast, periods of heavy rainfall can cause flooding in this famously dry land and the Amboseli takes on swampy marshlands.
This park enjoys the backdrop of Africa's most iconic mountains, Mount Kilimanjaro.
The melting snows of Kilimanjaro flow underground into the park and continually feeds water to springs, swamps, and marshes providing a much needed lifeline.
This fragile ecosystem displays an impressive wildlife variety, with more than 50 mammal species, including one of the largest populations of free-roaming elephants in the world.
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Amboseli National Park is a popular destination for Kenya safaris. Join us today and get to embark on an exhilarating adventure through the picturesque Amboseli National Park, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife.
Whether you're looking to join a Kenya safari trip from Nairobi or Mombasa, we've got you covered with our exceptional camping and lodge safaris.
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Amboseli National Park is a popular destination for Kenya safaris, including trips from Nairobi and Mombasa. Choose from camping or lodge safaris to experience the park's wildlife and stunning landscapes.
Amboseli is one of Kenya’s most popular parks, and offers great wildlife viewing. The park is famous for its elephants, but most big safari animals can be spotted here. Black rhino has become extinct, but the other four of the Big Five are present.
The plains support an abundance of large herbivores including wildebeest, Burchell's zebra and Grant's and Thomson's gazelle.
The kings of Amboseli are the elephants, which are easy to spot and photograph due to the flat and bare terrain.
Amboseli's elephants are said to be the biggest in Kenya and can be found in the swamps where they share the cool waters with the hippos that hide beneath the papyrus.
The park is also home to a large resident population of wildebeest, Burchell's zebra, Thomson's and Grant's gazelle, buffalo, warthog, impala, waterbuck, dik dik, Maasai giraffe and eland. Vervet monkey and yellow baboon inhabit the scarce woodlands, mainly around Ol Tukai Lodge.
Lion, spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, wild cat, bat-eared foxes and caracal are also found here, while leopard, cheetah and black rhino are quite rare.
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Embark on a thrilling wilderness adventure to Amboseli National Park in Kenya. This iconic safari destination, along with Masai Mara, Great Rift Valley lakes, and Tanzanian Serengeti National Park, is a must-visit for every wildlife enthusiast.
An Amboseli Safari Tour, guarantee you an authentic and classic Kenyan safari adventure ex-periene that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Explore the compact park with ease, as you encounter a plethora of wildlife and admire stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa.
Stay in comfortable accommodations like the Amboseli Serena lodge, the ol tukai lodge to Amboseli Kibo luxury tented amp among others.
All these lodges are located right inside the with few quality lodges located outside the park. Join us onour schedule 2 nights/3 days Amboseli safari tour, and get to indulge in the incomparable beauty of nature.
Whether you are planning a short trip or a multi-park itinerary, Amboseli is the perfect addition to your safari adventure.
Contact us now to plan your African safari trip to Amboseli National Park from either Mombasa or Nairobi.
