2 Days Amboseli New Year Wildlife Escape – Midrange Celebration

Welcome the New Year in Amboseli with private wildlife drives, elephant encounters, Kilimanjaro scenery and a festive midrange lodge stay.

2-Day End the year with elephants and begin the next beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

Welcome the year in the heart of elephant country on this private 2-day Amboseli New Year wildlife escape from Nairobi. You will enjoy an afternoon game drive on 31 December, a festive evening at comfortable midrange accommodation and a memorable New Year’s Day safari through Amboseli’s wetlands and open plains. With our guide, you will search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, birds and possible predators beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

Tour Highlights

Day 1

Nairobi to Amboseli – The Final Safari of the Year

Day 2

First Amboseli Sunrise of the New Year – Nairobi

Tour Features

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Duration 2 Days

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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out

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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari

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Tour Type Private Safari

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Special For NIL

Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli – The Final Safari of the Year

Our Amboseli New Year wildlife escape begins on 31 December with collection from Nairobi and a private journey toward the plains beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. After arriving, you will check in at your midrange accommodation and enjoy lunch before entering Amboseli National Park. The final game drive of the year will take you through open savannah and marsh areas in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests and birds. As the afternoon ends, you will return to the lodge for dinner and a New Year’s Eve celebration or countdown arranged

Destination:

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Kilima Safari Camp

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

Kilima Safari Camp (Mid rage 3 star lodge)

Day 2: First Amboseli Sunrise of the New Year – Nairobi

Begin the first morning of the New Year with breakfast and an uplifting wildlife drive through Amboseli. Our guide will search for elephant families moving across the plains, hippos resting in wetlands and predators taking advantage of the cooler morning hours. If the sky is clear, Mount Kilimanjaro may create an unforgettable setting for your first photographs of the year. After a picnic lunch, you will enjoy another game-drive session before departing for Nairobi. Our guide will drop you off in the evening with fresh memories from your New Year safari.

Destination:

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

Private Tour (Sharing Price)

The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

Group Joining Tour

Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

Gamedrive Cost

No of pax	Adult Price	Child Price
1 Pax	From $760 pp	From $570 pp
2 Pax	From $510 pp	From $383 pp
3 Pax	From $427 pp	From $320 pp
4 Pax	From $385 pp	From $289 pp
5 Pax	From $360 pp	From $270 pp
6 Pax	From $343 pp	From $258 pp
7+ Pax	From $331 pp	From $249 pp

PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

Inclusions

✓ Rescue fee

✓ Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)

✓ All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)

✓ All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

✓ All Taxes/VAT

Exclusions

International flights to/from the start/end of the tour

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips: tipping guideline

Personal items

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

The Booking Form

2 Days Amboseli New Year Wildlife Escape – Midrange Celebration

Welcome the New Year in Amboseli with private wildlife drives, elephant encounters, Kilimanjaro scenery and a festive midrange lodge stay.

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RELATED FAQS ABOUT 2 Days Amboseli New Year Wildlife Escape – Midrange Celebration

1. Is the package limited to 31 December and 1 January?

Those are the recommended dates, but the safari can also operate immediately before or after New Year.

2. What type of countdown should we expect?

The celebration depends on the selected midrange lodge and may range from a quiet dinner to music and a group countdown.

3. Can we request a quiet lodge without a party?

Yes. Guests who prefer a peaceful New Year can request accommodation with a quieter programme, subject to availability.

4. Will we still start early after the countdown?

The start can be adjusted slightly, but guests hoping for active wildlife and clearer Kilimanjaro views should avoid staying up too late.

5. Are Park entry fees higher on New Year’s Day?

The applicable park fees are based on official categories and validity periods. Any festive lodge supplements are quoted separately.

6. Can children remain awake for the lodge celebration?

This is a parental decision, but lodge rules and noise considerations must be respected. Family-friendly arrangements should be requested early.

7. Are personal fireworks permitted?

No personal fireworks should be used in or near the protected area. Noise and fire can disturb wildlife and create serious safety risks.

8. Can we order a bottle for the midnight toast?

Yes. Wine, sparkling wine or non-alcoholic alternatives can be requested from the lodge, normally at an additional charge.

9. Can we change the Nairobi return to another destination?

Yes. Instead of returning to Nairobi, the safari can continue toward Tsavo, Mombasa or another agreed destination.

10. Is a deposit required to secure the New Year package?

Yes. A deposit is normally required because festive-season rooms and vehicles are in high demand. The amount will be stated in the quotation.

We Began the Year with Elephants

5/5

Our first wildlife sighting of the year was a large elephant family walking across the Amboseli plains. It was a powerful and beautiful beginning.

By: Ryan and Natalie Brooks

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A Peaceful Amboseli New Year

5/5

We requested a quiet celebration, and the lodge arranged exactly that. Dinner was lovely and the morning safari was calm and refreshing.

By: Manon Chevalier

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Kilimanjaro on New Year’s Morning

5/5

Clouds covered the mountain on New Year’s Eve, but the sky cleared the next morning. Seeing Kilimanjaro above elephants and green wetlands felt like the perfect reward for waking up early. Our guide gave us plenty of time to enjoy and photograph the scene.

By: Lukas Reinhardt

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Better Than Fireworks

5/5

Giraffes, elephants and sunrise were better than any city fireworks display.

By: Alice Thornton

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A Complete Midrange Festive Package

5/5

The lodge was comfortable and festive without feeling overly formal. Our private vehicle and knowledgeable guide made both game drives excellent.

By: Renato Bassi

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Our Most Adventurous New Year

5/5

We ended December watching buffaloes near the marsh and started January following elephant tracks across the plains. This was completely different from our usual celebrations and much more memorable.

By: Chloe Martinson

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New Beginnings in Elephant Country

5/5

Excellent organisation and remarkable wildlife. Amboseli was the right place to begin a new year.

By: Pieter van Wyk

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Festive Evening and Beautiful Morning Drive

5/5

The countdown was enjoyable, but the quiet New Year’s morning in the park was the true highlight. We saw hippos, giraffes, many birds and several elephant groups before lunch.

By: Isabela Rocha

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Festive Evening and Beautiful Morning Drive

5/5

The countdown was enjoyable, but the quiet New Year’s morning in the park was the true highlight. We saw hippos, giraffes, many birds and several elephant groups before lunch.

By: Isabela Rocha

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Smooth New Year Escape from Nairobi

5/5

Transfers, accommodation and park activities were coordinated without confusion despite the busy holiday period.

By: Elias Korhonen

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The First Chapter of an Amazing Year

5/5

Watching the sun illuminate Kilimanjaro while wildlife moved below felt symbolic of a fresh beginning. We returned to Nairobi tired, grateful and very happy with our Amboseli New Year safari.

By: Kavita Desai

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2 Days Amboseli New Year Wildlife Escape – Midrange Celebration

2-Day End the year with elephants and begin the next beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

Tour Highlights

Tour Features

Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli – The Final Safari of the Year

Day 2: First Amboseli Sunrise of the New Year – Nairobi

TOUR PRICE/COST

Gamedrive Cost

PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

RELATED FAQS ABOUT 2 Days Amboseli New Year Wildlife Escape – Midrange Celebration

REVIEWS FOR 2-Day End the year with elephants and begin the next beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.