Amboseli National ParkAmboseli is a park of giants, renowned for its herds of mighty
tusked elephants presided over by the magnificent backdrop of
Africa's highest mountain, Mt Kilimanjaro. One of Africa's most
unforgettable images is the picture of these large creatures
standing in silent tribute before the gigantic snow-covered
mountain just over the border in neighbouring Tanzania. It is a
relatively small park with wide plains merging with the distant
skyline, affording good visibility in all directions. Observation Hill rises from the centre for breathtaking views
over the park and towards Mt Kilimanjaro, especially in the pink
light of dawn. Meaning 'Place of Water' in the Masai language, it
has a continuous supply from Kilimanjaro's snowmelt, forming
underground springs that feed the marshy patches and swamps home to
hippos and a great variety of bird life. Predators are relatively
scarce apart from jackal and hyena, but there are large numbers of
grazers such as wildebeest, zebra and gazel
Website: www.kws.org
Email: amboseli.nga@africaonline.co.ke
Telephone: 456 222 51
Transportation: Four-hour drive from Nairobi
Opening Time: Daily from 6am-6:30pm.
Admission: US$60 (adults), US$30 (children). There are concessions
for residents and citizens of Kenya |
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