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Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi

Updated: March 13, 2024 07:28 PM

Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Kenya is English and Kiswahili.

Currency

The official currency of Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (KES).

Distance

The distance from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Lake Magadi from Amboseli National Park:

  • By road: You can drive from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi in about 3 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi. However, you can take a train from Amboseli to Nairobi and then transfer to a train to Lake Magadi.
  • By air: There are no direct flights from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi. However, you can take a flight from Amboseli to Nairobi and then transfer to a flight to Lake Magadi.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By road: The cost of driving from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi will be approximately KES 2,000 (USD 20) for fuel.
  • By train: The cost of taking a train from Amboseli to Nairobi will be approximately KES 1,000 (USD 10) and the cost of taking a train from Nairobi to Lake Magadi will be approximately KES 500 (USD 5).
  • By air: The cost of taking a flight from Amboseli to Nairobi will be approximately KES 5,000 (USD 50) and the cost of taking a flight from Nairobi to Lake Magadi will be approximately KES 3,000 (USD 30).

Best time to go

The best time to visit Lake Magadi is during the dry season, from June to October.

What to Eat

There are a variety of restaurants and cafes in Lake Magadi that serve a variety of local and international cuisine.

Where to Go

There are a number of attractions in Lake Magadi, including:

  • Lake Magadi: The lake is a large, shallow, alkaline lake that is home to a variety of birdlife.
  • Magadi Soda Factory: The factory is one of the largest soda ash producers in the world.
  • Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site: The site is home to a number of prehistoric artifacts, including hominid fossils.

FAQ

  1. What is the distance from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi?

    2. The distance from Amboseli National Park to Lake Magadi is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles).

  2. How do I get to Lake Magadi from Amboseli National Park?

    3. There are several ways to reach Lake Magadi from Amboseli National Park, including by road, train, and air.

  3. What is the best time to visit Lake Magadi?

    4. The best time to visit Lake Magadi is during the dry season, from June to October.

  4. What is there to do in Lake Magadi?

    5. There are a number of attractions in Lake Magadi, including the lake itself, the Magadi Soda Factory, and the Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

Trips from Amboseli National Park

Trips to Lake Magadi