3 Days Flying Luxury Amboseli Safari| Kitirua Plains Lodge

This 3 day flying luxury Amboseli safari is built around a two night stay at Kitirua Plains Lodge, one of the newest additions to Kenya’s safari scene. The lodge sits on a private 128 acre concession adjoining Amboseli National Park, on a natural viewing corridor between two low hills where elephant herds move freely below a near constant backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Flying in from Nairobi keeps the trip short and effortless, so more of your time goes toward game drives rather than the road.

Amboseli is best known for its enormous elephant herds, some numbering close to a hundred animals, including a handful of the region’s famous big tuskers. The park’s mix of swamp, acacia woodland and open savanna, framed by Africa’s tallest mountain, makes it one of the most photogenic wildlife destinations in East Africa. Because Kitirua sits on a private concession rather than inside the park boundary, guests get access to night drives and off park experiences that day visitors to Amboseli never see. This itinerary suits couples, honeymooners, families and travelers short on time who still want a full, high end safari experience.

Key Highlights:

• Great elephant herds at close range
• Uninterrupted Mount Kilimanjaro views from every suite
• Private concession night drives, not permitted inside the national park
• Maasai cultural visits
• Fly-in convenience with no long road transfers
• Twice daily game drives across Amboseli National Park
• Solar powered, architecturally striking lodge design
• Optional hot air balloon flight over Amboseli

Practical Information:

Physical Requirements

This is an easy, low effort safari. Game drives take place seated in an open 4×4 vehicle for two to three hours at a time, with no walking required. The flying format removes the long road transfers common on overland safaris, making this a comfortable option for travelers with limited time or mobility concerns.

Best Time to Visit

June through October offers the clearest Kilimanjaro views and strong game viewing as wildlife concentrates around Amboseli’s swamps in the dry season. January through March also delivers excellent elephant sightings with fewer crowds. Kilimanjaro’s summit is most visible in the early morning and late afternoon, often disappearing behind cloud during the heat of midday.

What to Bring

Light aircraft flights restrict luggage to around 15 to 20 kilograms per person in a soft sided bag, including hand luggage, so pack accordingly. Bring neutral colored, lightweight clothing, a warm layer for early morning game drives and night drives, sun protection, a wide brimmed hat and comfortable closed shoes. Binoculars and a camera with a long lens are worthwhile given the open sightlines across the plains toward Kilimanjaro.