Beaten in popularity only by the Maasai Mara, Amboseli National Park in southern Kenya is one of the best wildlife watching spots in the country with five different habitats to spot game, from wetlands to woodlands, all year round. Famed for its large herds of free-roaming elephant along with other predatory wildlife such as lion, cheetah, leopard and crocodile, it also offers an abundance of plains game – giraffe, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra and even nocturnal porcupine roam these grassy plains. Apart from game viewing, guests of Amboseli will also be treated to exceptional views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, and great bird watching opportunities with over 600 species of birds flitting from tree to tree. For the best view, visit Observation Hill which overlooks the park and don’t miss the chance to meet the local Maasai people and learn about the culture and traditions of their indigenous lifestyle. Like what you read? Browse our holidays below or chat to our Africa Travel Experts about planning a tailor-made safari.