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📍 Amboseli + Masai Mara + Lake Naivasha + Lake Nakuru + Samburu National Reserve + Ol Pejeta Conservancy
11 Days Kenya Luxury Safari | Samburu to Amboseli
from$4,625
★★★★★ 5
Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli | Luxury Safari Lodge in Amboseli National Park
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Property typeLuxury Tented Camp
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Our rating★★★★
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RegionAmboseli
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From$280 / night
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BoardFull board
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Best forCouples & families
About this property
A luxury safari lodge in Amboseli National Park offering iconic Kilimanjaro views and world-class elephant encounters.
Overview
Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli is a premier luxury safari lodge set in the heart of Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Renowned for its breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and large herds of free-roaming elephants, the lodge offers an exceptional blend of comfort, elegance and authentic safari adventure. Guests enjoy beautifully designed rooms, warm Kenyan hospitality, fine dining and unforgettable game viewing experiences in a truly spectacular natural setting.
About the Property
Nestled within the open plains of Amboseli National Park, Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli is perfectly positioned for uninterrupted wildlife viewing right from the lodge grounds. The property features stylish chalet-style rooms surrounded by lush gardens and indigenous trees, a central restaurant, bar, swimming pool and viewing decks overlooking the savannah. Known for its close proximity to elephant herds and panoramic Kilimanjaro vistas, the lodge offers a serene yet immersive safari experience ideal for couples, families, photographers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Quick Facts
- Luxury safari lodge inside Amboseli National Park
- Stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting)
- Famous for large elephant herds
- Spacious chalet-style rooms
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Restaurant, bar and lounge
- Beautiful landscaped gardens
- Excellent game viewing from the lodge
- Birdwatching hotspot
- Ideal for photography and wildlife safaris
Location
Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli is located within the Amboseli National Park, in southern Kenya near the Tanzania border. The lodge enjoys a prime position in one of Africa’s most scenic parks, offering uninterrupted views of the savannah plains and the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Its central location within the park ensures quick access to major wildlife viewing areas, including elephant corridors, swamps and open grasslands.
Guests travelling by road can reach the lodge in approximately four to five hours from Nairobi via Emali and Kimana. Scheduled domestic flights from Wilson Airport land at Amboseli Airstrip, located just a short drive from the lodge.
Its central location allows visitors to begin game drives almost immediately after leaving the property, making it one of the most convenient safari lodges within the park.
Accommodation
Ol Tukai Lodge features 80 spacious chalet-style rooms thoughtfully designed to blend traditional African architecture with contemporary comfort. The rooms are arranged in beautifully landscaped gardens and overlook either Mount Kilimanjaro or the wildlife-rich wetlands.
The lodge offers elegant chalet-style rooms designed for comfort and relaxation in a natural setting. Each room features twin or double beds, en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning or fans, a writing desk, seating area and a private veranda overlooking the gardens or parkland. The rooms are thoughtfully arranged to maximise privacy while allowing guests to enjoy the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
The rooms provide peaceful surroundings where guests can often watch elephants grazing just metres away from their private verandas.
Dining
Dining at Ol Tukai Lodge is a memorable safari experience. The spacious restaurant serves freshly prepared international and local cuisine using high-quality ingredients.
Guests enjoy:
- Full English and continental breakfast
- Buffet lunches
- International dinner buffets
- Live cooking stations
- African and Swahili cuisine
- Vegetarian meals
- Vegan options upon request
- Children’s menu
- Bush breakfasts
- Bush dinners
- Sundowner cocktails
The open-air dining terrace offers uninterrupted views of Amboseli’s plains and Mount Kilimanjaro, creating an unforgettable dining atmosphere.
Why Choose Ol Tukai Lodge?
Ol Tukai Lodge remains one of Amboseli’s most popular safari lodges for several reasons.
- Located inside Amboseli National Park
- Incredible Mount Kilimanjaro views
- Excellent elephant viewing
- Luxury accommodation
- Family-friendly environment
- Ideal for photographers
- Swimming pool
- Fine dining
- Friendly professional service
- Easy road and air access
- Close to Amboseli Airstrip
- Excellent value for luxury accommodation
Rooms & suites
Sleeps 2 · en-suite
Starndard Room
Comfortable rooms featuring twin or double beds, en-suite bathroom, mosquito nets, and a private terrace overlooking the lodge gardens or Amboseli plains.
3 Adults
Triple Room
The Triple Room is designed for families or small groups, featuring either three single beds or one double bed and one single bed, together with a spacious en-suite bathroom and private veranda. It provides additional space while maintaining the comfort and authentic safari atmosphere of the camp.
2 Adults
Accessible (Disability-Friendly) Room
The Accessible Room has been thoughtfully designed to provide a comfortable stay for guests with reduced mobility. It features wider doorways, step-free access, an accessible en-suite bathroom with support rails and spacious interiors that allow easy movement. The room also includes a private veranda, enabling all guests to enjoy the natural beauty of the Masai Mara in comfort.
Amenities
🍽 Full board
📶 Wi-Fi
🏊 Pool
🛁 En-suite
🚙 Game drives
💆 Spa
👪 Family rooms
🍴 Restaurant
🍸 Bar
🔥 Fireplace
✈ Airstrip nearby
🌄 Scenic views
Good to know
Check-inFrom 12:00
Check-outUntil 10:00
Meal planFull board
ChildrenWelcome (all ages)
Getting thereLight-aircraft flight from Nairobi + short road transfer
ActivitiesGame drives in Amboseli National Park, elephant viewing, views of Mount Kilimanjaro, birdwatching, guided nature walks, cultural visits to Maasai villages, photography safaris, sundowners, bush dining experiences, stargazing, and campfire evenings.
Location
Amboseli
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