Brief Overview of Camping in Kenya.

Camping in Kenya– Camping is much more than just a lovely vacation. A cheap and enjoyable do-it-yourself vacation in Kenya is a fantastic way to actually experience the country. In the warm Kenyan sun, it is a way of life that many visitors fondly recall. Camping is a really interesting hobby to do alone, with a partner, or with a family.
It is the pinnacle of nature-based tourism, offering enjoyable and useful environmental, social, and educational experiences. A return to nature in the most basic form. In fact, its official definition “as the activity of spending holidays living in a tent” could not better capture the simplicity of the experience. Kenya is ideal for individuals who appreciate the harsh, outdoor lifestyle, with over 200 approved campsites spread across the country in carefully selected wilderness areas.
Kenya Wildlife Service, like many national parks around the world, oversees campsites within Kenya’s National Parks and Reserves, optimizing outdoor experiences while also maintaining these delicate habitats. Fully-equipped tents are frequently offered for hiring at Kenyan campgrounds, but they must be reserved ahead of time.
Camping in Kenya is almost a year-round activity, though it is best to avoid the rainy season from March to mid-May and October to November. Wherever you camp, be sure you are within the designated zones and have decided where you will pitch your tent before dusk. It goes without saying that you should be familiar with how to set up your camp ahead of time. Most people can get enough practice with a few dry runs at home.
Wherever feasible, seek flat land with short grass; make sure there is plenty of shade, but be careful which tree you choose to set up under. Thorn trees provide good, safe shade because they deter climbing predators and crawlies such as snakes. Similarly, other trees might emit foul sap, and birds breeding can result in nasty droppings surrounding the campsite. Avoid dried-up river banks; sudden storms may cause flash floods.
Where the environment is often hot, set your tent with the largest window facing the prevailing wind. Do not camp on or near game trails. Place stones around campfires to ensure appropriate fire control. If feasible, find a good’reserve’ of wood that is suitable not just for fuel but also for pioneering devices.

Camping is more than just a relaxing vacation; it’s a terrific way to actually see Kenya. An affordable and enjoyable do-it-yourself vacation. Camping in the warm Kenyan sun is a way of life that the adventurous spirit remembers fondly. It is a memorable outdoor activity for singles, couples, and families.

Index of Camping Sites in Kenya

Baringo County has Maji Moto Hot Springs, Lake Bogoria National Reserve, Robert’s Camp, and Royal Campsite. Elgeyo Marakwet County: Lelin Campsite, Kilima Resort, Embu County: Camp Ndunda Falls, Mount Kenya Riverside Retreat, and Mzima Fishing Camp. Homa Bay County: Abasuba Peace Museum, Siambi Resort. Isiolo County: Boji Dera Camp, The Big North. Kericho County: Chemusot Estate, Kiambu County: Redhill Campsite, Kirinyaga County: Camp Malta, Kijani Camp, Timstep Campsite, Savage Wilderness. Laikipia County: Mukogodo Forest, Ol Maisor Ranch, Tandala Ranch. Machakos County’s Swara Plains Wildlife Conservancy Makueni County—Nzaui Range, Muranga County – Aberdare Bongo Lodge, Laibon Gardens, and Campsite Nakuru County: Sanctuary Farm, Hell’s Gate National Park, Fisherman’s Camp, Lake Oloiden Campsite, Crater Lake Camp, Hyrax Hill, Lake Nakuru National Park. Samburu County: Mount Ololokwe, Yale Camel Camp, Siaya County – Hawi’s Tented Camp; Taita Taveta County – Ziwani Voyager Camp; Lake Jipe Safari Camp. Tharaka Nithi County – Kinondoni Lodge Trans Nzoia County: Mount Elgon National Park, Kitale Nature Conservancy, Saiwa Swamp National Park, Turkana County: Eliye Springs, and Uasin Gishu County: Greenwoods Resort.

Camping in Kenya. Checklist

Camping supplies include tents, preferably with stitched groundsheets and mosquito netted windows, an inflatable mattress or sleeping pad, sleeping bags or blankets, pillows and a light sheet, an air pump, camp lights and a torch, folding chairs, and a table.

Camp kitchen supplies include a stove, stove fuel, a funnel, a water jug, a metal bowl for washing up and heating water, water bottles, a cooler-box (large for food and small for drinks), ice for the cooler, a dishpan, bio-degradable dish soap, dish towels, a dish cloth and scrubber, paper towels, garbage bags, aluminum foil, zipper-lock bags, and reusable containers.

Clearing camping grounds and chopping firewood: a panga, spade, or small axe should suffice. Having all three is preferable. Cooking tools include pots and pans, mugs, a large bowl, a cutting board, a spatula, serving spoons, knives, a can opener, a grater, a camp fire toaster, a coffee press/maker, and food.

Toiletries include sunscreen, bug repellant, towels, washcloths, soap and shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, deodorant, razor, hairbrush, lip balm, hand sanitizer, wet wipes, and a small hand mirror. Duct tape; rope or twine; a tiny whisk and dust pan; a screwdriver or multi-tool, such as a Swiss Army knife; and a sewing kit.

First aid kit. Binoculars, if you have them or can buy them, will make your camping trip more enjoyable. Carry plenty of drinking water.