​User Reviews – Amboseli NP

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Ellen   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: July 2013 Reviewed: Oct 14, 2013

20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

The swamps are a nice different compare to the other parcs. Also enough hippo's to spot.Early in the morning you can see the Kilomanjaro. You can spot a lot of animals.

Lisa Lewis Koster   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2012 Reviewed: Jul 30, 2012

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Kili was elusive, but the elephants were abundant and the safari was spectacular!
Overall rating
5/5

We came to Amboseli to see Kilimanjaro, but unfortunately we only had one night there and it was cloudy. This seems to be a problem with many large mountains we've visited but never seen, so it's not an issue confined to this particular area. We were happy to catch a glimpse of the peak poking through the clouds, giving us some idea of its immense size. We saw a great deal of wildlife despite vehicles having to stay on the roads. Elephant lovers will especially like Amboseli since they were abundant in all sizes. Lions, ostrich, gazelles, monkeys, water buffalo and zebras were among the animals sighted. We were told that the giraffes were heading back to the park (it was June) and indeed we saw some just outside the park heading in that direction. There was a nice observation point where we were able to stretch our legs and had a great 360 degree view. Our driver from Crane Travel was fabulous, and the lodging at Serena was spectacular.

Kaylee Le C   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: September 2011 Reviewed: Jun 5, 2012

Email Kaylee Le C  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

We enjoyed Amboseli, but the animals were further away than at Tsavo.

Wim   –  
Kenya KE
Visited: February 2009 Reviewed: May 7, 2012

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Overall rating
5/5

My favourite park

theterrribleone Visited: June 2010 Reviewed: Jul 17, 2011

Amboseli: An Absolutely Awesome Safari Destination
Overall rating
5/5

Amboseli was the first destination on our safari. What an awesome introduction to African wildlife! Even before we got there we saw groups of hippopotamus, elephants, crowned cranes, many sorts of antelope, wildebeest, and many other animals and birds. We stayed at the Oltukai Lodge, from which many elephants, in particular, were seen. On our first outing, there were lions, hyenas, flamingos and many other water birds, wildebeest and zebras, and many other antelope and birds. It was beyond our wildest dreams. We had thought maybe we might get to see an elephant, and probably some antelope. The reality was so much more stunning than our preconceptions that it was mind-blowing. We were able to see and obtain excellent photographs of the "big five". It was truly the trip of a lifetime. I am so glad we went!

One of the particularly nice things was the weather. I don't think it was above 73 degF or below 67 degF at any time during the trip. Most amazing of all was the lack of bugs. We had spent hundreds of dollars on mosquito-proof clothing, sprays, shots, etc. There wasn't a single mosquito. All in all, it was a majestically fine trip. I recommend it highly.

ticktock01   –  
United States US
Visited: July 2007 Reviewed: May 3, 2011

Email ticktock01  |  50-65 years of age

Between the Masai people and the wonderful herds of elephants, the most interesting place on earth.
Overall rating
5/5

We spent 2 days at Amboseli, as part of a 9 day safari with Wildlife Kenya Safaris.
We visited other parks including Tsavo, Lake Nakuru, Mara and Mt. Kenya.
I believe Amboseli was my favorite because of our fascinating visit with the Masai tribe that lived there and the huge herds of elephants that went walking past our van on a regular basis. Seeing 30 or 40 elephants march within a few yards of our van was an incredible experience. Galdessa at Tsavo East was the most luxurious of the camps we stayed in. A beautiful place. We traveled to Kenya at the end of June into the beginning of July. The weather was for the most part, very pleasant. We had very little rain. The food in most of the places we stayed was satisfactory, but by no means gourmet. The food at the Serena Mountain Lodge at Mt. Kenya was the best.
I would highly recommend a safari with Wildlife Kenya Safaris. This was a very well organized, stress free holiday. Sammy (our driver) picked us up from the airport in Nairobi and was incredible. He was trustworthy, reliable, knowledgeable, and a very experienced driver on the very difficult roads. He also had the most incredible eye for spotting animals that were well camouflaged and often miles into the distance.
Overall the safari with Wildlife Kenya exceeded our expectations. I would not hesitate to book with them again.

Thank you for such an amazing experience, I would highly recommend both Wildlife Kenya Safaris and Sammy to anyone interested in travelling to Africa.









The entire trip was a perfectly organised, stress free holiday. Sammy (our driver) picked us up from the airport and was incredible. He was trustworthy, reliable, knowledgeable, and a very experienced driver on the very difficult roads. He also had the most incredible eye for spotting animals that were well camouflaged and often miles into the distance.

The accommodation recommended by the company were all excellent, and exceeded our expectations, especially Galdessa in Tsavo East.

Marie   –  
Cameroon CM
Visited: March 2024 Reviewed: Apr 11, 2024

Email Marie  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Overall rating
5/5

The Kilimanjaro is one of the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. This place is majestic.

Song Tao   –  
China CN
Visited: February 2024 Reviewed: Mar 7, 2024

Email Song Tao  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

Herds of elephants and Kilimanjaro are stunning landscapes.

Barry   –  
United States US
Visited: February 2024 Reviewed: Mar 5, 2024

Email Barry  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Overall rating
4/5

Amboselli is far more than just elephants.

Carol Landry   –  
United States US
Visited: February 2024 Reviewed: Mar 1, 2024

Email Carol Landry  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

You can see lots of elephants here plus lots of other wildlife. The view of Mt Kilimanjaro was beautiful.

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