Amboseli's best times

There is no doubt that Amboseli offers something totally different to a traveler. Located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the park is home to the big five and other magnificent wildlife to watch.

Getting there
Its easy to get to Amboseli from Tsavo West National park through the Kimana Gate. The park has several other gates which a visitor can pass through:  IImeshanan, Iremito, Kelunyiet and Kitrua.

By air landing at the Empusel Gate. There are other airstrips available at Namanga and Kilimanjaro Buffalo lodge.


When to visit 
The dry seasons ( January and February) and June - September offers visitors a chance to see that the animals in their wild state. Avoid the rainy season (April- May and November-December). The rain normally makes roads here impassable.

Activities
The main reason for visiting Amboseli is to see the wildlife and basically enjoy an African Safari. In addition get to see the Masaai and learn their indigenous culture.