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Perfectly balanced on the sand banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, in the shade of large kigelia and acacia trees, Elephant Watch Camp is owned and managed by the Douglas-Hamilton family who have been studying and working with elephants for over thirty years. The concept behind this superb camp is to allow guests the opportunity to participate in the on-going elephant research from the camp and allow them to understand and appreciate the sheer beauty and wonder of these delightful creatures.
Location:
Situated under a high-canopy forest on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiru River in the Samburu National Park.
Accommodation and facilities:
The camp accommodates ten guests in individually styled desert tents, all with colourful drapes and “curio’” furniture. Each tent has a private bathroom skilfully built around trees, affording a charming and unique bathing experience! Dining is glorious... consisting of meals created in ’bush gourmet’ style using ingredients fresh from the camp’s farm, with tropical fruit and drinks and a selection of good wine. Meals are served either on the river banks or under the canopy of the mess tent. Breakfast and lunch are served when you choose, with dinner served in a formal gathering of all guests, to allow the tales and adventures of the day to be shared.
Activities:
You will be looked after by elephant guides who will take you right into the midst of the elephant world where you will meet some of the great matriarchs and their families and follow the known bulls and share their secret places. The longer you spend with them the more involved you become with these extraordinary animals. To be accepted by the elephants is something you will never forget. In addition to the elephant interaction, activities include wildlife game drives, guided walks and extensive birding and photographic opportunities.
Special attractions:
The camp also has a special project to protect the graceful acacia elatior and guests are invited to partake in some practical conservation to help save a tree or two.
