Safari Lodge
    Ngare Ndare, Kenya
    3,458m
    PlnrScore 29

    Lake Ellis Campsite (Mount Kenya)

    Lake Ellis Campsite (Mount Kenya) is a camp near Ngare Ndare.

    Score
    29
    Species
    292

    Location

    Latitude

    -0.124754

    Longitude

    37.402810

    Elevation

    3,458m

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    Lake Ellis Campsite (Mount Kenya) in Ngare Ndare

    Activities

    camp

    Nearest Airport

    Ngare Ndare Airstrip

    HKFD
    7 km away

    Nearest International Airport

    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    NBO
    173 km away

    292

    Total Species

    26

    Mammals

    83

    Birds

    Most Observed Species

    Dendrosenecio keniodendron
    138 obs
    Lobelia gregoriana
    112 obs
    Lobelia telekii
    93 obs
    Dendrosenecio keniensis
    86 obs
    Moorland Chat
    58 obs
    Rock Hyrax
    54 obs
    Rift Gladiolus
    51 obs
    Common Protea
    49 obs
    Haplocarpha rueppellii
    46 obs
    Afroalpine Thistle
    43 obs
    More details
    MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
    High11.4°12.4°12.4°11.3°11°9.9°9.2°9.4°10.1°10.5°10.6°10.9°
    Low3.5°3.7°3.8°4.7°4.3°2.6°2.8°2.8°2.9°3.4°3.8°3.3°
    Rain
    151
    117
    108
    311
    327
    168
    226
    258
    286
    298
    162
    85
    Humidity75%71%74%84%86%87%91%89%87%86%84%80%
    Planning & reference

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    A high-altitude park with dense forests, moorlands, and waterfalls, offering a different safari experience. It's famous for its tree hotels (The Ark and Treetops) where guests can view wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, and black rhinos, from their balconies.

    Aberdares National Park

    A high-altitude park with dense forests, moorlands, and waterfalls, offering a different safari experience. It's famous for its tree hotels like The Ark and Treetops, where visitors can watch wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, and leopards, at floodlit waterholes.

    Borana Conservancy

    A private conservancy in Laikipia, dedicated to rhino conservation and offering luxurious, exclusive safaris. It's home to the Big Five and provides opportunities for horseback riding and walking safaris amidst stunning landscapes.

    Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

    A UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its successful rhino and Grevy's zebra conservation programs. This private conservancy offers an exclusive safari experience with excellent Big Five viewing, including wild dogs, and stunning views of Mount Kenya.

    Mount Kenya Wildlife Estate

    Encompassing Africa's second-highest mountain, this park offers spectacular alpine scenery and is a popular destination for trekkers and climbers. Wildlife includes elephants, buffalo, tree hyrax, and various antelope species in the lower slopes and forests.

    Ol Pejeta Conservancy

    A leading conservancy known for its pioneering conservation work, including being the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and home to the last two northern white rhinos. It also offers chimpanzee sanctuary visits and Big Five viewing.

    Rumuruti

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    Segera Conservancy

    Segera Conservancy is a protected area in Kenya.

    Solio Ranch and Conservancy

    Globally recognized as one of the most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries in Kenya. It offers guaranteed sightings of both black and white rhinos, alongside other wildlife like buffalo, zebra, and various antelope species.

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