Travel from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park on a private three-day road safari with two nights in accommodation confirmed for your dates. Choose Budget, Mid-Range or Luxury accommodation and a private Land Cruiser 4×4 or safari minivan with an English-speaking guide.
The programme includes an afternoon game drive on day one and morning and afternoon drives on day two, followed by breakfast and the road return to Nairobi on day three. Explore Amboseli’s plains, woodlands and wetlands, looking for elephants and other wildlife. Views towards Mount Kilimanjaro depend on cloud and visibility; wildlife sightings vary.
Your quote confirms the selected camp or lodge, vehicle and price for your dates and party. Two nights, the meals listed in the itinerary and all applicable park entry fees for the scheduled programme are included. A Maasai village visit remains optional and charged separately.
Three days and two nights, starting and finishing in Nairobi
Exclusive use of a private Land Cruiser 4x4 or safari minivan
Afternoon game drive on day one and morning and afternoon drives on day two
Budget, Mid-Range or Luxury accommodation confirmed for your dates
Amboseli plains, woodlands and wetlands with an English-speaking guide
Kilimanjaro views when cloud and visibility allow
Itinerary
The safari combines an Amboseli arrival-afternoon drive with a full day of morning and afternoon wildlife viewing. After two Amboseli nights, the third day returns to Nairobi without a separate departure-morning game drive.
Day 01 :
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Your party leaves Nairobi in the early morning for the private journey to Amboseli National Park. The scheduled afternoon game drive explores the park’s plains and wetlands, with your guide looking for elephants and other resident wildlife. Time is allowed to observe animals encountered along the viewing route and appreciate the different habitats. Mount Kilimanjaro forms part of the setting when the mountain is visible, before the drive returns for the evening.
7 hours
Lunch + Dinner
Day 02 :
Full Day Amboseli National Park Game Drive
Morning and afternoon game drives provide a full day in Amboseli. Your guide explores open plains, woodland and wetland viewing areas, following current animal activity and allowing time for patient wildlife observation. The two outings offer different perspectives on the park’s landscape and the animals using its habitats through the day. A break separates the morning and afternoon drives. Wildlife sightings and clear mountain views are not guaranteed.
12 hours
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03 :
Amboseli to Nairobi
Your party checks out and leaves Amboseli for the private return journey to Nairobi. The departure programme is the road transfer to the capital, without a separate final morning game drive. The journey completes the three-day safari after two Amboseli nights. The trip ends with the agreed Nairobi drop-off and onward arrangements specified for your party.
5 hours
Breakfast
Cost Details
What's Included
Return road transport from Nairobi in a private Land Cruiser 4x4 or safari minivan, as confirmed in your quote
All game drives with a professional English-speaking private guide
Two nights at the camp or lodge confirmed for your dates, with the meals listed in the itinerary
All applicable Amboseli National Park entry fees
Drinking water during all game drives
What's Not Included
International flights
Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where applicable
Travel and medical insurance
Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
Alcoholic and premium beverages
Optional Maasai village visit (optional extra)
Personal expenses such as laundry and souvenirs
FAQs
What is included in the three-day itinerary?
The safari starts and ends in Nairobi and includes two nights in Amboseli, an afternoon game drive on day one, morning and afternoon drives on day two, and breakfast before the day-three road return. Included meals are lunch and dinner on day one; breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two; and breakfast on day three. All applicable Amboseli National Park entry fees for the scheduled programme are included.
Which accommodation and vehicle options can I choose?
Choose Budget, Mid-Range or Luxury accommodation and a private Land Cruiser 4×4 or safari minivan with an English-speaking guide. Your quote confirms the camp or lodge, vehicle and price for your dates and party. A specific property, room view or identical price across all options is not promised.
Are elephant sightings and clear Kilimanjaro views guaranteed?
No. Amboseli has elephant habitat across plains, woodlands and wetlands, but encounters depend on animal movements and conditions. Views towards Mount Kilimanjaro depend on cloud and visibility and may change during the day.
When do we return to Nairobi?
Day three includes breakfast, checkout and the road return to Nairobi. There is no guaranteed midday arrival. The timing depends on the confirmed accommodation, departure arrangements, stops, roads and traffic. Agree onward flights or other timed connections before booking them.
Is a Maasai village visit included?
A Maasai village visit is optional and charged separately. It is not part of the included scheduled game drives.
Can I take photographs during the safari?
Yes. Photography opportunities depend on the itinerary, park hours, access, weather and wildlife behaviour. Follow your guide’s instructions and respect viewing distances. This standard road safari does not promise specialist photographic equipment or extra activities.
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Erica Anderson
What an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us andWhat an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us and he made our experience unforgettable. Could not have asked for a better introduction to Kenya!…
Laura H
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michael graham
Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable,Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable, patient and great fun. Rustic Nature Tours are well organised and quick to respond from my very first enquiry. You won’t be disappointed.…
Peter M
Great experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommendGreat experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommend asking for Kelvin as your guide.…
Ruth
My husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking atMy husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Michael G
Rustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someoneRustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someone says they had a better guide than Kelvin, they are making it up! He’s the MAN. We had a blast.…
Fernando Estaragues
It was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was reallyIt was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was really good with a lot of personalized service.The guide was the best one, fully recommended our guide, Kelvin Ndolo, he drive through all the safari to let us catch some good pictures, the service is really good with him, he was a nice person with a lot of experience, telling you about everything in Kenya in general, nice time with him, helping, giving advices, experienced man.He is el chingon!!In general we can say that we wouldn't be in a better tour and guide for the first experience in Kenya!…
Nicole S
We had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from ourWe had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from our hotel and a comfortable ride to each site.Our driver/guide, Denish, was fantastic! extremely safe, knowledgeable, and always ready to answer any questions we had. Every guide we met at the individual stops was equally kind and full of insights.Highlights of our day included a delicious lunch, visiting local community shops for souvenirs, and especially the museum and Kobe Tough! It was the perfect blend of culture, history, and city highlights. If you have a day in Nairobi, we highly recommend booking this tour!…
Marc-Antoine Ladouceur
I booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted toI booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted to my preferences, at a price that really surprised me, in a good way. My guide was fantastic, not just knowledgeable about wildlife but also about the socialBiophysical environmental, geomorphology and human stories behind the places we visited. Everything just flowed. I couldn’t be happier with the experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an authentic Kenyan adventure…
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Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake,Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Katie Richards-Schuster
Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The tripsKelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The trips were completely seamless. We had terrific communication beforehand in preparation for the experiences, and we felt that all aspects were accounted for. Kelvin was absolutely exceptional as a guide. He was very knowledgeable about the animals, the local history, and the elements of the safari experience. His ability to navigate us to exactly the spots where we could see the most, be the closest, and truly experience all that Kenya has to offer.For the first-day experience, we traveled to Amboseli. People in our group really wanted to see elephants. And elephants we saw! Kelvin helped position the Land Cruiser so that we had multiple herds of elephants (including babies) walk in front of the vehicle, less than 10 feet away!! It was a memorable sight. We also saw lions, zebras, wildebeests, birds (of all kinds), giraffes, and so much more. Kelvin has a college degree in wildlife management, and he is both extraordinarily knowledgeable and professional in the trip. He answered our questions, provided information, and helped us experience the wildlife in the safest manner possible. I would definitely recommend taking the Land Cruiser over the Safari van. The roads in the park are bumpy, and the Land Cruiser ensured a safe, comfortable ride while also getting us into the perfect spot to see the animals. After 4 hours or so in the park, we headed to a beautiful lodge to eat. The food and experience at the lodge were wonderful. After that, we did another drive before leaving to head back to Nairobi. A long but unbelievable day!For the second experience, we headed to Nairobi National Park, then the Sheldrick Elephant Trust, Kobe Beads, lunch, and the Giraffe Center. Again, Kelvin was a masterful guide. In the park, he got us close to hippos, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, ostriches, and even a crocodile- among many other animals. He found the perfect spots and maneuvered the vehicle just right (and sometimes even off the beaten path) to make sure we saw the best views of the animals (again, we recommend the Land Cruiser for the best experience!). After talking with others who took different trips to Nairobi National Park, we realized how special our visit was. Many of them didn’t have Kelvin guiding them and, as a result, missed seeing all that we saw. We can’t emphasize enough how amazing Kelvin is. From there, Kelvin got us to the Elephant Sanctuary. He had the tickets already set, so all we needed to do was walk in, and then he got us to the perfect spot where we could be feet away from baby elephants, a baby rhino, and a baby zebra. Truly spectacular! After that, we visited a local bead factory that is a microenterprise supporting local women. We had a tour, learned about the beading process, and then had the opportunity to visit their shop (no hassling or pressure to buy- but we did get some beautiful items!). Then to a hidden garden for lunch at a local restaurant, and then finally to the giraffes. By the time we got to the giraffes, it was very busy, but again, Kelvin worked his magic to get us through the line quickly (we felt like VIPs!) and to the perfect spot to feed them. He clearly knows the staff, as he was able to get us pictures and even additional food to feed the animals. After a long day, he masterfully navigated traffic (which is no joke) to return us to the hotel.All in all, our time in Kenya would not have been the same without Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours. We can’t recommend their tours any higher. You will not be disappointed!!!…
Brianna D
Our amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to theOur amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to the elephant orphanage where Faith knew the whole system and was able to get us up close spots in the “splash zone.” Next up was the giraffe center where we got up close to hand feed giraffes. Faith knew all of the giraffes by name and personality and even took photos on our camera for us. Afterwards we stopped for traditional Kenyan lunch (at your own expense) and we elected to do the Karen Blixen museum for the entrance fee as well. Since it was just me and my husband, Faith even drove us to the local mall before taking us back to the hotel. Overall it was a day well spent with memories to last a lifetime!…
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