Amboseli means Salty Dust in the Maasai language. Although a small park it has a wide variety of animals apart from the great African Elephant. The foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park are rich in flora and fauna, guests can also see Lion, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Buffalo, Rhino, Wildebeest and of course many birds.

Guests here can enjoy the ultimate view of the legendary snows of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park and watch the fabulous sight of the massive Elephant as they wallow luxuriously in the luscious green swamps of Lake Amboseli.

The Maasai people, legendary nomadic and pastoral tribes roam these lands. Throughout history they have followed the migratory patterns of wildlife, although this has changed somewhat in recent generations, Amboseli is still one of their traditional homes.

Directions to Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

By Road

Access from Nairobi is via Namanga (240km / 149 miles) or Emali (228km / 142 miles) and both routes are on tarmac. From Namanga to Amboseli is 75km / 47 miles and from Emali to Amboseli is 64km / 40 miles.

By Air

Amboseli has a first class tarmac airstrip. There are a number of scheduled services through Nairobi to Amboseli and the flight takes about 45 minutes. Private charter to Amboseli can also be arranged.