Karisia Nantodo Camp | Laikipia
Karisia Nantodo Camp is located at the junction of a wide sand river and the Ewaso Nyiro River, shaded by large, umbrella-shaped acacia trees.
Behind the camp rises the immense granite pinnacle of Nantodo, a prominent landmark visible for miles across the arid plains.
The sand river here is often dry, but digging down reveals crystal clear water, naturally filtered through the sand, perfect for a refreshing shower at the end of the day.
The Ewaso River, very wide at this point, is a well-known crossing for the local Samburu people. From the camp, you can enjoy watching the traditional Samburu and their livestock come to the river to water, cross, and spend a few hours washing.
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Your Stay
2 Nights
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
Camp
Karisia Classic Walking Safaris
Our Classic Walking Safaris with Camels offers a touch of extravagance to this already magical safari.
Enjoy walking through this wilderness area with your armed guide, tracker and riding camels. You guide will focus on your interests pointing out hidden gems. The camels accompany you for your walk, carry refreshments and can be ridden at times.
Your entire camp is moved daily by your Laikipia Masai and Samburu team and a caravan of 10 - 25 sturdy camels. Accommodation is a spacious traditional, canvas tent with a chair, table, mirror, drinking water and a basin on the veranda. Bedding includes 2 feather pillows, luxurious sheets, duvets as well as dressing gowns, towels, hot water bottles, solar lights and carpets.
Bucket showers come with a good supply of hot water and each tent has it own toilet behind the tent. We can create a family unit by joining two tents together and we can also include camp beds. Delicious meals are prepared each day with locally sourced produce and we cater to any dietary request. We include a selection of luxury beers, wines and spirits.
Karisia AirBnC
The Air BnC Camel Safari is a walking safari with camels that take you on a journey through Laikipia and Samburu. This safari is perfect for travellers for whom the experience is more important than luxuries. Traveling a little lighter means this safari is perfect for longer walks; and still you have everything you could wish for and more on this lightweight safari.
Your entire camp is moved daily by your team and pack camels as you explore this wilderness with your armed guide, tracker and riding camels.
Meals are freshly prepared each day with locally sourced produce and we can cater to any dietary request.
Accommodation is 4 man dome tents with comfortable bedding including a pillow, sheets, blankets and towels. Bucket showers come with a good supply of hot water and the toilets are nearby behind the tents. Two course meals and house drinks are included.
AirBnC Safaris Include:
-Walking Safari with riding camels and baggage camels.
-Local English speaking guide.
-Laikipia Masai and Samburu team
-Shared toilets and buckets showers, hot water / Sheets and Blankets, 1 pillow &
towel, basin in front of tent / Solar lights in tent, shower and toilet
-Laundry
Karisia Ngaisuisui Camp | Laikipia
Ngai Suisui, meaning "The Place where God Blows the Wind," is a majestic pinnacle that juts out and defines the landscape, offering a dramatic 360-degree view.
The nearby camp faces the wild northern country of Kenya, providing a stunning backdrop for your sundowner and a panoramic view of the land we have traversed.
Morning walks from camp begin at sunrise, giving us a head start on the day. As we wind our way up the sand river, keep an eye out for klipspringers, Verreaux's eagle-owls, warthogs, and elephants seeking shady spots.
Sundowners here are always a delightful experience!
- Information
- Tents
- Domes
Your Stay
1 Night
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
Camp
Karisia Classic Walking Safari
Our Classic Walking Safaris with Camels offers a touch of extravagance to this already magical safari.
Enjoy walking through this wilderness area with your armed guide, tracker and riding camels. You guide will focus on your interests pointing out hidden gems. The camels accompany you for your walk, carry refreshments and can be ridden at times.
Your entire camp is moved daily by your Laikipia Masai and Samburu team and a caravan of 10 - 25 sturdy camels. Accommodation is a spacious traditional, canvas tent with a chair, table, mirror, drinking water and a basin on the veranda. Bedding includes 2 feather pillows, luxurious sheets, duvets as well as dressing gowns, towels, hot water bottles, solar lights and carpets.
Bucket showers come with a good supply of hot water and each tent has it own toilet behind the tent. We can create a family unit by joining two tents together and we can also include camp beds. Delicious meals are prepared each day with locally sourced produce and we cater to any dietary request. We include a selection of luxury beers, wines and spirits.
Karisia AirBnC Walking Safari
The Air BnC Camel Safari is a walking safari with camels that take you on a journey through Laikipia and Samburu. This safari is perfect for travellers for whom the experience is more important than luxuries. Traveling a little lighter means this safari is perfect for longer walks; and still you have everything you could wish for and more on this lightweight safari.
Your entire camp is moved daily by your team and pack camels as you explore this wilderness with your armed guide, tracker and riding camels.
Meals are freshly prepared each day with locally sourced produce and we can cater to any dietary request.
Accommodation is 4 man dome tents with comfortable bedding including a pillow, sheets, blankets and towels. Bucket showers come with a good supply of hot water and the toilets are nearby behind the tents. Two course meals and house drinks are included.
AirBnC Safaris Include:
-Walking Safari with riding camels and baggage camels.
-Local English speaking guide.
-Laikipia Masai and Samburu team
-Shared toilets and buckets showers, hot water / Sheets and Blankets, 1 pillow &
towel, basin in front of tent / Solar lights in tent, shower and toilet
-Laundry
Karisia Nagaratat Camp | Laikipia
Nestled under towering fig trees along the Ewaso River, Nagaratat Camp offers seclusion and the unique opportunity to witness the harmonious coexistence of people and wildlife.
This dramatic stretch of the Ewaso River is a hotspot for wildlife, with frequent visits from congregating animals and occasional sightings of Maasai warriors bringing their livestock to drink. Photographic opportunities abound, so come well-prepared!
After a refreshing hot shower, dinner is served under the stars on the river's sandbank, accompanied by the soothing calls of the Pearl Spotted Owlet.
The Ewaso River is a favorite spot for elephants, and don't forget your torch to spot the beady eyes of crocodiles glinting in the night.
- Information
- Tents
- Domes
Your Stay
1 Night
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
Camp
Karisia Classic Walking Safari
Our Classic Walking Safaris with Camels offers a touch of extravagance to this already magical safari.
Enjoy walking through this wilderness area with your armed guide, tracker and riding camels. You guide will focus on your interests pointing out hidden gems. The camels accompany you for your walk, carry refreshments and can be ridden at times.
Your entire camp is moved daily by your Laikipia Masai and Samburu team and a caravan of 10 - 25 sturdy camels. Accommodation is a spacious traditional, canvas tent with a chair, table, mirror, drinking water and a basin on the veranda. Bedding includes 2 feather pillows, luxurious sheets, duvets as well as dressing gowns, towels, hot water bottles, solar lights and carpets.
Bucket showers come with a good supply of hot water and each tent has it own toilet behind the tent. We can create a family unit by joining two tents together and we can also include camp beds. Delicious meals are prepared each day with locally sourced produce and we cater to any dietary request. We include a selection of luxury beers, wines and spirits.
Karisia AirBnC
The Air BnC Camel Safari is a walking safari with camels that take you on a journey through Laikipia and Samburu. This safari is perfect for travellers for whom the experience is more important than luxuries. Traveling a little lighter means this safari is perfect for longer walks; and still you have everything you could wish for and more on this lightweight safari.
Your entire camp is moved daily by your team and pack camels as you explore this wilderness with your armed guide, tracker and riding camels.
Meals are freshly prepared each day with locally sourced produce and we can cater to any dietary request.
Accommodation is 4 man dome tents with comfortable bedding including a pillow, sheets, blankets and towels. Bucket showers come with a good supply of hot water and the toilets are nearby behind the tents. Two course meals and house drinks are included.
AirBnC Safaris Include:
-Walking Safari with riding camels and baggage camels.
-Local English speaking guide.
-Laikipia Masai and Samburu team
-Shared toilets and buckets showers, hot water / Sheets and Blankets, 1 pillow &
towel, basin in front of tent / Solar lights in tent, shower and toilet
-Laundry
Karisia Tumaren Camp | Laikipia
Tumaren Camp is perfectly situated on the edge of a wide sweeping plain with panoramic views dotted with the iconic acacia tree. To the south, the landscape is defined by granitic inselbergs, rising up like islands on the savanna.
The grasslands are rich with wildlife, easily slip away the hours watching animals wander by or photograph the huge variety of birds coming to the bird bath in front of the sitting room.
The activities are endless, whatever your energy level, there's an option to suit you. Go on guided walks, camel rides, rock climbing, picnics, visit the local markets, beading, school and homes or relax on a game drive should you wish.
For those feeling very active, you have the option of jogging escorted (where else in the world) or pedal out on a mountain ride bike like no other. The 20 metre lap pool looks out across the open plains and has a funky bar for those wanting a cocktail as the sun goes down.
- Information
- Tents
- Facilities
- Activities and Services
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Masai, Swahili
No. Rooms: 7
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Cycling, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
Tent 1 is situated to the east of the camp and is the furthest away to the sitting room & main area.
A large, double tent with one double bed and one single bed (separated by a divider ) with comfortable furnishings. You're bound to feel like this is your own little African hideaway.
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the birdlife coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Tent 2 is also situated to the east of the camp and is the second closest to the sitting room and main area.
A large double tent with one double bed and comfortable furnishings. This tent would suit guests who may prefer to be nearer the main area.
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the birdlife coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Tent 3 is ideal as a 'Family Room' and comprises of one double bed, one single bed and one day bed that can be used as a normal bed.
Tent 3 is placed to the east of the camp and is closest to the sitting room, making it suitable for families and older guests who may wish to be nearer the main area.
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the birdlife coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Tent 4 is situated to the west of Tumaren Camp and is the closest to the dining area.
A large double tent with one double bed and comfortable furnishings. This tent would suit guests who may prefer to be nearer the main area.
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the birdlife coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Tent 5 is ideal as a 'Family Room' and comprises of one double bed, two single beds (separated by a divider) and one day bed that can be used as a normal bed.
Tent 5 is placed to the west of the the main mess and sitting area.
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the birdlife coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Tent 6 is situated west and slightly back from the other tent and has its own small, private garden.
A large, double tent with one double bed and 2 single beds (separated by a divider) with comfortable furnishings. You're bound to feel like this is your own little African hideaway.
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the birdlife coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Tent 7 is ideal as a 'Family Room' and comprises of one double bed and two single beds (separated by a divider).
It is placed to the west and the furthest from the main siting and dining area. It does however have it's own private mess tent close-by where you can relax & dine on your own or with your friends (if you are a group of people).
The en suite bathroom is off the side of the tent. The well lit bathroom is fully plumbed and has floor lighting to make it easy to see at night. During the daytime we like to leave the front windows open so you can watch the giraffe and other wildlife while taking a shower!
Tumaren Camp offers expansive views from your tent, drawing your eye across the plains on a journey of the senses. Keep your camera and binoculars handy, game is bound to wander by and the bird-life coming to visit is worth waiting for.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Available), Shower
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service, Pool
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Drinking Water Filtration System, Electrical Outlets, Family Safari Tent, Fridge/Freezer, Gas Cooker, Gas Cylinders, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Solid Base Camp Beds, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Night Drives, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided)
We have an incredible diversity of birds within Kenya and our part of Eastern Laikipia is no exception. Many low country species reach us from the east as well as species typical of higher altitudes. James Christian worked for many years as a research biologist with birds and is always thrilled to take interested birdwatchers out to find some of our specialties.
Beading/ drawing with Eunice or Albeta at Tumaren Camp.
Our Ndorobo trackers are among some of the best in the country and tracking is a large part of every walk we do. It is routine on our walks to track a predator till we get a good look or simply to decipher the stories left in the soil by the animals that roam past our camps.
A visit to the female camel boma is a must! Help milk a camel if you wish. Selfies with the baby camels are highly encouraged!
Our camels are friendly and children love riding them. They also carry water, snacks and extra bags for longer treks. Tracking and looking at wildlife is just as much a part of our camels outings as it is while walking or tracking.
Game drives can be very productive. Ask the guides where might be best for game viewings and if you like photography let them know what kind of pictures you most like to take.
Embark on a short walk, a stroll or a longer walk with your guide. The wildlife in this area is rich and you can enjoy walking in different locations each day. Always walk with a guide.
Enjoy a 5-10 km run. Arrange this with your guide and he will get a team member to escort you.
We support and work closely with three schools in our area. II Motiok & Kimanjo Primary Schools and Kimancho Secondary School. Visiting a school or even do a lecture to a class, this can easily be arranged. The children love this and learn a lot from meeting people from other parts of the world.
We financially support the local schools in a variety of ways and if you would like to get involved please let us know.
Visiting the homes of one of our Masai neighbours is great fun. It is interesting to visit in the evening when the livestock comes in for the night. You can watch the goats and cows being milked and go into the homes to catch a glimpse of the day-to-day life of our neighbours. The children are very playful and enjoy a game of football or ultimate frisbee.
Market days occur once every two weeks on a Wednesday in Kimancho (30 mins away) and every Tuesday in Ol Donyo Nyiro (1.5 hours away).
On every safari our team member help kids and adults to know some basic life lessons such as how to start a fire with no matches. We also talk a great deal about tracking and how to think about smell and wind direction when walking around large mammals. Spear throwing and Rungu (traditional wooden throwing club) making are also important parts of the syllabus.
We have set up over 25 top-rope climbs which range from beginner levels to more advanced levels. Our trained guides belays the climber from below and the climber climbs up to the anchor and is then lowered back down. We have all the equipment needed for this activity.
Kicheche Mara North | Mara North Conservancy
Kicheche Mara North is a classic tented camp hidden in a beautiful valley in a prime wildlife area of the Mara North Conservancy. The 10 luxury tents are laid alongside a seasonal stream from where you can observe the resident birdlife and plains game beyond.
The location is ideal as game viewing frequently starts in the camp itself, and there is prime wildlife habitat on all sides, providing an ideal base for your safari in the Masai Mara.
The family suite has two separate bedrooms (double & twin/triple) with en-suite bathrooms. The bedrooms are connected by a lounge furnished with a sofa and a small table, enabling private dining.
- Information
- Suites
- Tents
- Facilities
- Activities and Services
Your Stay
6 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 10
Special Interests: Birding, History & Culture, Nature, Wildlife
Alternative Accommodation
Family suite
Two separate bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom. The bedrooms are connected by a comfortable lounge area, complete with a sofa and a small table enabling private dining. The suite can take a maximum of 5 guests and comes with exclusive use of vehicle for game drives.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Lounge / Sitting Area
1 double, 2 single beds
2 beds
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En Suite Bathroom, Hand Towels, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Shower, Wardrobe
1 double bed
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Shower, Wardrobe
Double bed
1 double, 1 single bed
3 single beds
Property Facilities
Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Laundry Facilities, Pure Cotton Linen, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Walks, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Early morning and late afternoon are the most productive hours for game drives and our safari customised 4WD vehicles give everyone a perfect view. Watching wildlife at close range, but without encroaching on their space, is endlessly fascinating and our guides’ instincts and experience provide superb photo opportunities of wild animals. Picnic breakfasts, lunches and sundowner drinks are popular options to include on game drives
A different perspective is gained through escorted walks on the savannah. Our interpretive guides will point out the spoor of a leopard, the nest of a rare bird or signs of recent migration activity that would pass unnoticed by the eyes of strangers… Walks are included in our tariff.
Kicheche Camps offers escorted walking safaris with overnight stays in a fly-camp in the bush. These excursions are led by one of Kicheche’s senior guides and an armed ranger. It is an outstanding opportunity to see the Mara from a completely different perspective and also offers some welcome exercise whilst on safari.
Camp walks - camp exploratory walks are done within the camp’s perimeter for children under 12 yrs.
Tracking - identification of animal footprints and spoor, bones, plants and leaves.
Archery - making bows and arrows and learning to shoot.
Spear Launching - learn to throw a spear.
Fire making - learn to start a fire without matches.
Game drive with kids - observe and learn about wildlife in their natural habitat while accompanied by our expert guides. It is a fun educational experience and leaves a lasting impression.
Bush Walks - suitable for 12+yrs - these are escorted nature walks just outside our camps to explore the close-range micro-universe first-hand.
Learn Maasai beadwork process while being guided by Maasai women to create your own piece. You will learn more about their culture, as well as the symbolism and social significance of this craft, providing a one-of-a-kind cultural experience.
Kicheche Community Trust supports local schools, medical clinic and Discovery Centre. When schools are open it is possible to pay a visit to the schools – Aitong Primary & Secondary and Olkimitare Secondary. Any educational gifts or donations towards academic material are an enormous help.
Guests can visit one of the local Maasai villages to see first-hand their way of life. A village guide or your Kicheche guide will give you an interpretive talk during your visit. There is sometimes dancing and traditional souvenirs are on sale. There is a charge of $30 per person. It is possible to visit Talek town or a number of projects supported by our Community Trust. (One can visit all)
Visit MEP to receive an overview of the Project and its monitoring, human wildlife conflict and anti-poaching programmes. Staff will explain the GPS satellite tracking system and if some of the MEP’s collared elephants are within reasonable proximity of the headquarters there will be an opportunity to track them.
Bookable in advance at $100 per person donation. (Min 2 pax, children under 12 free).
Duration 2-3 hours.
This is a popular excursion in the Masai Mara. Balloons take off early each morning at sunrise and glide over the plains for approximately an hour before landing. Upon touchdown a champagne breakfast is set up before you. The excursion finishes with a game drive back to camp. Price is around US$505 per person and trips can be booked through your tour operator or with the balloon operator.