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Kibo Safari Camp

Tented camp 5 stars in Amboseli

Amboseli, Kenya See on the map

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A Kibo Safari Camp tent open onto its terrace, with Kilimanjaro in the distance at dusk
Inside a tent, with a desk, a fan and the door open onto Kilimanjaro
A four-poster bed under a mosquito net between two cowhides, in a tent lit up in the evening
A tent's desk with a lantern, facing the thatched terrace and the bush
A tent with green canvas walls, a bed under a mosquito net and a framed portrait on a yellow partition
The snowy summit of Kilimanjaro above the green savanna, behind a wooden fence
Binoculars, a wildlife book and two flute glasses on a table, facing the acacias and Kilimanjaro
A tray of tea and cookies on a terrace, with a bush hat, and Kilimanjaro behind the acacias
A tent under its thatched roof, lit up at night under a starry sky
A tent seen from its entrance, with a bed under a mosquito net, a desk and a fan
A tent with dark green canvas walls, a bed under a mosquito net, a chest and a cowhide on the floor
A tent with a bed under a mosquito net, a desk and a door open onto the terrace
A long tent with two luggage racks, a desk and a bed under a mosquito net
The entrance to a Kibo Safari Camp tent under a thatched roof, with its terrace and wooden armchairs
8.8Booking.com68 reviews

About Kibo Safari Camp

Kibo Safari Camp is a tented camp 1.6 km from Kimana Gate, one of the entrances to Amboseli National Park, in Kenya. It has a restaurant, a bar, an outdoor pool, a spa and a garden. The camp also has a minimarket and currency exchange. Private parking is free, and so is the Wi-Fi, but only in the public areas.

Location

The camp stands outside Amboseli National Park, 1.6 km from Kimana Gate as the crow flies. Ol Tukai, in the center of the park, is 16 km away by road. Amboseli Airstrip is 17 km away as the crow flies, and the camp runs a shuttle for a fee.

Every morning, AirKenya and Safarilink connect Nairobi's Wilson Airport to the airstrip, on a 40-minute direct flight. By road, Nairobi is about four hours away. The park gates open at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m.

Rooms

You sleep in a tent, with a private bathroom fitted with a shower or a bathtub. Each tent has a seating area, a balcony, or both. Some have a view of Kilimanjaro.

The tents have a wardrobe, a sofa, a desk, a fan and a mosquito net. Bathrobes, slippers and toiletries are provided. The camp has family tents, and free cribs up to 3 years old, but no extra beds.

Dining

Breakfast is a buffet, with continental, English and Asian choices. You can also have it in your tent. For days in the park, the camp prepares packed lunches.

The restaurant has a buffet with dishes for children, and kids' menus. The bar serves wine and champagne, and the camp hosts themed dinners.

Leisure

The outdoor pool is open all year, with sun loungers and umbrellas. The spa offers massages, body scrubs, facials, manicures and pedicures, at extra cost. The camp also has a garden, a sunny terrace and an outdoor fireplace.

Map and location

  • Kimana Gate1.6 km
  • Iremito Gate14 km
  • Amboseli Airstrip17 km

Straight-line distances from the property.

Facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Room amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Themed dinners
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Game drives (additional charge)

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Fruit (additional charge)
  • Wine/Champagne (additional charge)
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet

  • Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Currency exchange

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press (additional charge)
  • Ironing service (additional charge)
  • Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • Laundry (additional charge)

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Wheelchair accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Some units are wheelchair accessible

General accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool

  • Open all year

Spa

  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body scrub
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage (additional charge)
  • Spa and wellness center (additional charge)

Good to know

  • Check-inFrom 08:00 to 06:00
  • Check-outFrom 07:00 to 11:00
  • ChildrenFree cot on request, no extra beds
  • PetsNot allowed
  • PaymentCard or cash
  • Languages spokenEnglish

Conditions as listed on Booking.com on October 25, 2026, to check when you book.

Parks and reserves nearby

Kimana Gate is 1.6 km away: you drive through it as soon as it opens, at 6 a.m. The camp runs game drives at extra cost, and you can also drive your own 4x4. The park is small, 392 km², and you can cover it in a day.

At sunrise, Kilimanjaro comes clear behind the herds, then disappears into the clouds by mid-morning. The elephants, tracked one by one since 1972, spend the hot hours in the swamps. Observation Hill is the only place where you get out of the vehicle, for a view over the swamps and the mountain.

Tours and guides nearby

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Guest reviews

8.8out of 10
68 reviews
  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money7.6
  • Location9.0
  • Free Wifi5.8

Scores left by guests on Booking.com, collected on October 25, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is Kibo Safari Camp inside Amboseli National Park?

No, it stands outside the park, 1.6 km from Kimana Gate. Ol Tukai, in the center of the park, is 16 km away by road.

Can you go on safari from Kibo Safari Camp?

Yes. The camp runs game drives at extra cost. You can also enter the park in your own 4x4, from 6 a.m.

What is the nearest airstrip to Kibo Safari Camp?

Amboseli Airstrip, 17 km away as the crow flies. Flights from Nairobi Wilson land there in 40 minutes, and the camp runs a shuttle for a fee.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kibo Safari Camp?

Check-in is from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and check-out from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. The camp asks for your arrival time in advance.

Does Kibo Safari Camp welcome children?

Yes, of all ages, with family tents and kids' menus. Cribs are free up to 3 years old, but the camp has no extra beds.

What is breakfast like at Kibo Safari Camp?

A buffet every morning, with continental, English and Asian choices. You can also have it in your tent.

Is parking free at Kibo Safari Camp?

Yes, the camp's private parking is free, with no reservation needed.

Can you pay in cash at Kibo Safari Camp?

Yes, the camp accepts cash, and it offers currency exchange.

Our tip

The gate is so close that you will be tempted to come back to the camp for lunch. Don't: your park ticket is valid for 24 hours and a single entry. Order a packed lunch the night before, go through the gate at 6 a.m., and stay in the park until late afternoon.

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