Description
Kitich Camp is a lush oasis amid arid surroundings and is one of the real conservation successes of Kenya. A grass roots approach that has resulted in a win-win situation for people, wildlife and the environment. The concept of Kitich Camp is one of enjoying nature simply, without impacting on the environment.
The accommodation at Kitich camp is in large semi-permanent tents, with an open bathroom (bucket shower, long drop loo and wash basin) right behind the tent. The tents are very comfortable, with good beds, small cupboard and table, and a veranda.
Accommodation
With only six guest tents, one can expect complete privacy. Each en suite tent is traditionally safari-style, with an al-fresco stone bathroom.
Childcare
Kitich Camp only caters for children over the age of 12.
Facilities
Kitich Camp has a beautiful natural swimming pool.
Activities
The activities available from Kitich Camp include: forest walks, game stalking, bird watching, river swimming, bush picnics and cultural visits.
Services
Kitich Camp has a friendly local staff with guides from the Samburu and Ndorobo tribes.
When to travel
The main tourist season is in January and February, when the weather is hottest and driest. At this time, the animals in the wildlife parks tend to congregate more around the watercourses, making them easier to spot.
Northern and eastern Kenya temperatures vary from highs of up to 40°C during the day to less than 20°C at night. Rainfall in this area is sparse and, when it does occur, is often in the form of violent storms. July is usually the driest month, and November the wettest.
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Location and directions
Matthews Range, Kenya
Kitich Camp in located in the remote Matthews Mountain Range, a rarely visited area of the Northern Frontier District in Kenya. The Mathew’s Mountain Range rise up out of the desert; a chain of peaks covered in dense dewy forest. In a remote valley, Kitich Camp overlooks a river glade within the lush indigenous forest. The forest is home to elephant, leopard, bushbuck, rhino, buffalo, as well as ancient cycads, spectacular butterflies, Turacos and wild orchids.
How to get there
8.5 hour international flight to Nairobi followed by either a 2 hour scheduled flight to Ngelai Airstrip or a chartered flight. Ngelai airstrip in 45 minutes from camp and all flights connect with a private or scenic road transfer.
