Amboseli Chyulu Hills

Located in the southern part of the country are two exciting and well laid out areas known as Amboseli and Chyulu Hills.

Amboseli National Park is famous for its large elephant herds and views of the immense Mount Kilimanjaro, across the border in Tanzania. Observation Hill offers panoramas of the peak and the park’s plains and swamps. Varied wildlife includes giraffes, zebras, cheetahs and hundreds of bird species. The western section is dominated by vast Lake Amboseli, which is dry outside the rainy season. This place is a favorite of photographers who want to take that rare picture of large animals like elephants and giraffe with Kilimanjaro in the background. Truly a magical picture!

Conveniently hidden between Tsavo West National Park and Amboseli National Park, Chyulu Hills National Park shows off striking landscapes. Chyulu is a rugged wilderness still showing signs of its volcanic origins – and boasting some of the best views of Kilimanjaro. The reserve is a rugged jumble of ancient volcanic cones and craters, as well as the longest lava tube in the world. In addition to the breathtaking landscapes and views, Chyulu is home to a wonderful selection of game, including buffalo, antelope, elephant, leopard, wildebeest and zebra. The bird watchers’ paradise of Lake Jipe lies in the south-west corner of the reserve.