Longinye Swamp
Longinye
A swamp near the Ol Tukai camp on the park's east side, where hippos, buffalo, and elephants are common, and worth a stop on the way back to camp at dusk.
Longinye Swamp lies in the eastern part of the park, near the lodges and camps around Ol Tukai, and is the most convenient body of water to reach for those staying inside the park. Hippos are often seen in the water, and herds of elephants pass by with their calves, while the acacia woodland nearby is home to giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. It has fewer visitors than the central swamp, making it a good place for quiet observation early in the morning or in the evening. The roads by the swamp can become muddy in the rainy season, so follow your driver's instructions.
Opening hours
Follows park hours, 06:00–18:30
Nearby sights
- Observation Hill
- Enkongo Narok Swamp
- Amboseli National Park
- Maasai Cultural Village
- Lake Amboseli
- Kimana Sanctuary
- Chyulu Hills National Park