Ithumba Private Camp Tsavo East National Park

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Ithumba Private Camp Tsavo East National Park is exclusive use, luxury thatched tented self-catering accommodation located in Ithumba, the northern area of Tsavo East National Park and is owned by David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

The camp can be accessed by air from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to the Ithumba Airstrip. The flight takes approximately 50 minutes, or alternatively 5 to 6 hours by road from Nairobi.

Ithumba Private is an independent annex to Ithumba Hill eco-lodge, elevated and carefully crafted between granite Kopjes with sprung wooden walkways weaving between branches of giant baobabs, all the while commanding expansive sweeping views of untouched wilderness.

Set in the far north of the Tsavo East area of southeast Kenya, Ithumba Private Camp is part of a truly remarkable elephant conservation project, with guest accommodation in 3 bedrooms rooms and providing unique access to the semi-habituated release herd. For private groups of up to 6 guests.

The bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom with sky views, and a spacious, elevated balcony. The camp was designed to preserve the integrity of the wilderness and support conservation. Ithumba Private Camp is a fully staffed self-catering property, with a resident chef.

Ithumba Private Camp is owned by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and was created to offer a luxury touch to guests visiting the Trust’s Ithumba elephant orphans while exploring the remote northern area of Tsavo East.

It enjoys stunning views across Tsavo’s vast landscape and is an ideal location for travelers who enjoy getting off the beaten track. Ithumba Private is invite-only and the cost is given at that time of booking.

Ithumba Private Camp Tsavo East National Park activities include; game drives within the unique Northern Area of Tsavo or visiting the elephant orphans at the nearby Ithumba station/ stockades in the early morning and evening as well as at the 11 am mud bath.

One can relax in the camp and enjoy the resident wildlife, take guided walks along the Tsavo River, take a bushwalk, do a night game drive, bird walks, and sundowners or take a guided hike up Ithumba Mountain, game drives, guided walks, and excursions.

The highlights include special access to visit the orphan elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Ithumba Reintegration Unit. In order to stay at Ithumba Private Camp, guests need to sponsor one of the Sheldrick orphans.

2022 Non-Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;

Accommodation on self -catering Basis (No Meals)

Notes

* A trained Cook is provided
*  Park fees not included in above rates 
* Ithumba Private Camp is open all year
* The cost is for the accommodation only
* Ithumba Private Camp is offered on a self-catering basis. Experienced staff is available as and when required
* There is a park entrance fee of 52 US Dollars as per person per day for Non-Residents adults for Tsavo East National Park
* Please note that each couple and individual in the group will need to be a foster parent in order to be able to visit and stay at Ithumba
* Guests at Ithumba Private have exclusive use of the property. No other guest belonging to another group will be booked at the same time
* African Spice Safaris can provide a safari package that includes (Accommodation, a 4×4 Safari Vehicle, Driver guide, Food, and Drinks for your stay. Kindly inquire)

2022 Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;

Accommodation on self -catering Basis (No Meals)

Notes

* A trained Cook is provided
* Ithumba Private Camp is open all year
* The cost is for the accommodation only
* Ithumba Private Camp is offered on a self-catering basis. Experienced staff is available as and when required
* Please note that each couple and individual in the group will need to be a foster parent in order to be able to visit and stay at Ithumba
* Guests at Ithumba Private have exclusive use of the property. No other guest belonging to another group will be booked at the same time
* Park fees not included in above rates: Residents 1,030 Kenya Shillings per person per day Citizens 515 Kenya Shillings per person per day
* African Spice Safaris can provide a safari package that includes (Accommodation, a 4×4 Safari Vehicle, Driver guide, Food, and Drinks for your stay. Kindly inquire)

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