Nestled in Hemingway's Green Hills of Africa - the Chyulu Hills - with Mt. Kilimanjaro as backdrop, Campi ya Kanzi ("Camp of the Hidden Treasure") sits next to Tsavo West National Park. We pioneered regenerative luxury safari tourism: genuine Maasai partnership, conservation-funded operations, and award-winning sustainability. First lodge in Kenya to earn Gold Eco-Rating from Ecotourism Kenya, plus Tourism for Tomorrow and Eco-Warrior Awards. Featured by National Geographic; supported by actor and conservationist Edward Norton, President of our US Board. 100% solar-powered with electric safari vehicles including Electric Land Rover Defender and Rivian R1T - the world's first electric safari truck. Our conservation model protects 400,000 acres of Maasai wilderness while creating meaningful community benefit. Six luxury tented cottages and two tented suites accommodate 16 guests. Private guided safaris across diverse landscapes with abundant wildlife. Authentic Maasai cultural immersion - not performance, but genuine partnership with the people who own and staff the camp. This isn't just a safari. It's conservation in action, community empowerment, and Africa at its most authentic.
Campi ya Kanzi and KilimanjaroCredit: Campi Ya KanziCampi ya Kanzi lays between the Chyulu Hills and Kilimanjaro
Campi ya Kanzi and Chyulu HillsCredit: Ian Johnson
Tembo HouseCredit: Giulio Groebert
Inside Tembo HouseCredit: Campi Ya KanziThe comfortable, stylish interior of Tembo House combines the classic safari experience with European flare.
Tembo House BalconyCredit: Giulio Groebert
Tembo House Balcony and guestCredit: Giulio Groebert
The classic safari experience under canvas. Enjoy the luxury of a comfortable bed, a full en-suite bathroom, and a gorgeous view from your private veranda. The tented cottage features a coffee station and WiFi. Make yourself at home in the midst of stunning wilderness.
For the ultimate safari in comfort, try one of our two tented suites. More spacious than our tented cottages, each suite features a large bed, an expansive en-suite bathroom, a full cabinet/dresser set for two, an indoor seating area, a coffee station, WiFi, and a covered veranda for viewing the amazing wildlife at our watering hole.
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Twin Bed, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Horse Riding, Massages, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Garden Tours, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided)
