Amboseli & Chyulu Hills Luxury Safaris

The best time to visit Amboseli and the Chyulu Hills is from June to October, when the weather is dry, visibility is excellent and wildlife is easy to see around water sources. This is also the most reliable period for clear views of Mount Kilimanjaro at sunrise.

The green season from November to May brings lush landscapes, dramatic skies and beautiful photographic conditions. Short rains can occur, but they create atmospheric light and striking scenes across Amboseli’s wetlands and the volcanic slopes of the Chyulu Hills. Wildlife viewing remains strong year round due to resident elephant herds and a wide variety of plains game and predators.

Amboseli is famous for its large, relaxed elephant herds set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. The park also offers sightings of cheetah, hyena, buffalo, hippo, zebra, giraffe and more than four hundred species of birds.

The Chyulu Hills provide a contrasting experience, with volcanic forests, rolling hills and open plains that support leopard, cheetah, elephant, giraffe and a range of smaller mammals. Together, the two regions create a diverse safari circuit that blends iconic big game with dramatic scenery and excellent photographic opportunities.

Amboseli offers classic game drives, birding and exceptional photography beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. Hot air balloon safaris above the plains provide unforgettable sunrise views.

In the Chyulu Hills, activities are more varied and adventurous. Guests can enjoy horseback safaris, mountain biking, guided walking safaris, lava-tube explorations and scenic flights. Luxury lodges also partner with local Maasai communities for meaningful cultural visits that support conservation and local livelihoods.