Amboseli National Park is one of the most iconic destinations of Kenya with a backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain Kilimanjaro, it is underlined by the rocks which are a constant water supply to the conservation area, it was gazette as a national park in 1974 and declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1991 as a way of protecting animal species that call this home, there are large herds of African elephants in free range in the national park, the stunning landscapes, savannah grasslands and Marshy swampy areas act as home to abundant wildlife species.
Game drives in Amboseli National Park offer an incredible experience to travelers, they allow getting closer to animals through the well-distributed trails of the national park, the vast savannah plains give perfect visibility of animals, and different wildlife is viewed at separate hours of the day, in the early morning beginning at 6:00 am, afternoon from 2;30pmand evening times from 4:30 pm east African time, the drives are conducted using 4×4 wheel cars such that you can beat the tough terrain of the African wilderness, it is a beautiful experience to encounter animals up close, these are views for 2-3 hours or even the entire day, expect to see cheetahs. With giraffes, elephants, lions, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos and a variety of antelopes, the park is a haven of birds which one may not miss on an African safari in the Amboseli National Park.
The morning time is the best time to view animal species when animals are most active, the run in the wild is superb to view as they get to their daily life survival, the park is one of the few places of Kenya where night game drives are allowed in search of nocturnal species.
Game drives in Amboseli National Park are operated by an experienced guide while following the park rules and regulations for example, feeding animals is not permitted, driving off track and speeding within the park is also not allowed, it is important to ensure a minimal noise making while in the park to avoid disorganizing animal species, to mention a few, what to pack for a game drive in Amboseli national park includes a good camera, long-sleeved shirt and trousers, insect repellants, sun screen, safari clothes, and any other important items or personal nature.
Game drives in Amboseli National Park are best done during the dry season from June to October it is a time of the year when there is a high concentration of animal species, and trails used are less slippery and thinned out vegetation which makes it possible to view animal species. Besides game drives in Amboseli National Park, there are other activities to do including guided nature walks, visiting the local Masai people and hot air balloon safari experiences.
In conclusion, Game drives in Amboseli National Park can be done any time of the year but best during the dry season, there is available accommodation in the park ranging from the best budget to luxury facilities.