Galdessa Little Camp Tsavo East

Galdessa Little Camp Tsavo East is an exclusive-use, luxury tented safari camp on elevated wooden decks under attractive thatched shade in Tsavo East National Park. Galdessa Little camp accommodates 6 guests in three tents. It can be booked in tandem with Galdessa Camp, which sleeps a further 10 people in 5 tents. The camp is booked on a self-catering basis and is fully staffed with a trained chef.

The highlights of your stay at Galdessa Little camp include special access to visit the orphan elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Voi Reintegration Unit for Foster Parents. Places of interest in Tsavo East National park include visiting Mudanda Rock, Lugard Falls, Crocodile Point, Aruba Dam, Yatta Plateau, River Galana, and Kanderi Swamp. Tsavo East National Park activities include game drives, bird/nature walks, visiting local villages, bush breakfasts, and sundowners.

Galdessa Little Camp Tsavo East is an exclusive-use, self-catering tented accommodation located in Tsavo East National Park, on the banks of the Galana River. Fringed with doum palms and overlooking the Yatta Plateau, 15 km upstream of Luggard’s Falls.

The camp offers a luxurious and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in a hidden and untouched corner of Tsavo National Park. Enjoying a position on the Galana River, wildlife sightings are frequent, whether guests enjoy a game drive or remain at the camp watching hippos, elephants, and more as they come to cool off in the river.

The nearest Town is Voi. Galdessa Little Camp Tsavo East is a 1-hour flight from Nairobi and has an all-weather Airstrip 15 minutes away. The Camp is easily accessed by road, 3 ½ hours from Mombasa and 5 hours from Nairobi.

This luxury tented accommodation is booked for exclusive use on a self-catering basis, fully staffed with a trained chef, tailored to the individual, and booked exclusively, guests must arrange for their own food and drinks, and transport.

Each tent is elevated and situated under thatch roofs. Take advantage of the breathtaking vistas from your bedroom’s front deck or enjoy a shower under the stars. The rooms are a combination of twin and double beds, and each includes an en suite bathroom. From every room and outdoor space, enjoy uninterrupted views of the Galana River and beyond.

Attentive staff from our chefs to waiters and room attendants ensure you are comfortable and well looked after, with the properties feeling more like a home from home operating to your own rhythm. The well-appointed kitchen is equipped with two generous fridges, a freezer, a gas cooker and oven, a gas BBQ, and an ice cream machine.

Galdessa Little sleeps a maximum of 6 guests in three tents.  It can be booked in tandem with Galdessa Camp, which sleeps a further 10 people across 5 tents. Both properties form part of the larger Galdessa and can be booked together or separately.  Both come with their own kitchen, mess area, and swimming pool.

The central buildings house a spacious dining area, a bar, and a large, comfortable lounge where guest will have their meals and relax during their free time. The thatched roof and Galana stone floors give it a charming coastal atmosphere.

Galdessa Little Camp Tsavo East activities include; game drives, bush breakfasts, bush picnics, sundowners, and walking safaris along the Galana River. Highlights include special access to visit the orphan elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Voi Reintegration Unit for Foster Parents. Game drives within the unique southern area of Tsavo East.

2023 Non-Residents Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;

Accommodation on a Self Catering basis

Notes

* A trained Cook is also provided
* Galdessa Little Camp is open all year
* The cost is for the accommodation only
*  Check-in is strictly after 10 am. Check-out is strictly before 9:30 am
*  Please note below rates are subject to 14% VAT and 2% Catering Levy
*  Wi-Fi is available and mobile phone reception is available intermittently
*  The camp comes with a trained chef, waiters, room stewards, and guides
*  The camp is offered on a self-catering basis. Experienced staff is available as and when required
*  The electricity is powered by both solar and generator. There are plug points available throughout the camp
* Guests have exclusive use of the property. No other guest belonging to another group will be booked at the same time
*  A well-appointed kitchen is equipped with two fridges, a freezer, a gas cooker and oven, a gas BBQ, and an ice cream machine
*  Note that each couple and individual in a group will need to be a foster parent to be able to stay at Galdessa Camp
*  Galdessa Little and its amenities are not accessible for guests staying at the Galdessa Camp unless both are booked together
*  Park entrance fee of 52 US Dollars per person per day for Non-Residents adults & 35 US Dollars per person per day for children
*  African Spice Safaris provides a safari package that includes (Accommodation, a Safari Vehicle, a Driver guide & Meals. (Kindly inquire)
*  Children: Due to the elevated decks, walkways, and platforms children under the age of 5 are not encouraged. Please consult with the camp should you have younger children. An adult should supervise children at all times

Galdessa Little Camp Accommodation Rates Exclude:

* Laundry
* All drinks
* Game-drives
* Park Entrance Fees
* Local Airstrip Transfers
* Bush Breakfast and Sundowners
* Health Insurance and Gratuities
* Airstrip transfer – one way 200 US Dollars per vehicle
* Guide hire in guest’s own vehicle 80 US Dollars per game drive
* Full-day game drive vehicle exclusive use 450 US Dollars per vehicle
* Half-day game drive vehicle exclusive use 250 US Dollars per vehicle
* Extra activities are subject to Kenya Wildlife Service ranger’s availability
* Morning or afternoon nature walk (Minimum 2 Guests) included in the rate

Galdessa Little Camp Tsavo East  | What to Bring

* Binoculars & camera 
* Swimming costume
* Camera equipment
* Hat and sunglasses
* Personal first aid kit
* Torch (with spare batteries)
* iPod and portable speakers
* Games (cards or board games)
* Sandals/ flip-flops, hat, sunglasses
* Food and drink, including drinking water
* A warm fleece/ jumper for cooler evenings (July/ August)
* High-strength sunscreen, moisturizer, lip salve, mosquito repellent

2023 Residents Accommodation Rates Per Night on a Self-Catering basis

Notes

* Please note below rates are subject to 14% VAT and 2% Catering Levy
* Park entrance fee of 1,030 Kenya Shillings per person per day for an adult & 515 Kenya Shillings per person per day for children

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