Amboseli is best known for its unrivalled views of Kilimanjaro and its elephants, with over 1500 elephants in the parks eco-system, and featuring some of the largest in Africa.
Tortilis Camp is named after the flat-topped, umbrella thorn tree Acacia Tortilis, a sight synonymous with East Africa. It is situated in one of Amboseli's areas of Acacia Tortilis woodland, with the majestic backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, the snow-capped Kilimanjaro. Game drives, walks, sundowners and bush meals are enjoyed both inside the park, and within a private 30,000-acre game where Tortilis Camp is located.
Accommodations are designed with comfort in mind, with king or twin beds and elegant en suite bathrooms. Exclusive accommodations are available in the luxurious Private House and Family Tent, set separately to the main camp, each enjoying access to a shared private pool and stunning views to Kilimanjaro.
Tortilis Camp has a main lounge, bar and dining area, all exquisitely built with natural materials and thatched roofs, and enjoying magnificent views of Kilimanjaro. (elewana)
En suite Tents
With Mt. Kilimanjaro peering down over the entire camp, each of Tortilis Camp’s 16 tents has a glorious view of the mountain.
Each makuti-covered tent consists of a main bedroom with twin or double beds, en-suite bathroom and a spacious verandah. All tents can fit one extra bed, for children under the age of 16 yrs only.
Private House
With Mt. Kilimanjaro peering down over the entire camp, Tortilis Camp’s Private House has a glorious view of the mountain. The Private House, newly refurbished 2014, consists of two en-suite double bedroom (one double & one triple) with a shared lounge and dining room with verandah. Private House and Family Tent share a private swimming pool.
Family Tent
With outstanding views of Mt Kilimanjaro, enjoyed from the comfort of your own private family verandah, Tortilis Camp’s new Family Tent is another great addition to this child-friendly safari camp in Amboseli.
The Family Tent consists of two en-suite bedrooms (one double & one twin) and a spacious private verandah. Both bedrooms can fit one extra bed for children under the age of 16 years only.
Game Drives
With only 10% of Amboseli National Park utilized by most safari vehicles, combined with Tortilis Camp’s unique location on the western edge of the park (most lodges are outside of the eastern gate of the park), guests can enjoy an almost private Amboseli. We also have private gamedriving within our own 30,000 acre Kitirua Conservancy, which is the western part of the Amboseli ecosystem.
Tortilis Camp boasts an elite fleet of custom-designed safari vehicles, and highly-qualified guides with intimate knowledge of their "backyards".
Guided Walks
Tortilis Camp’s walking guides are Masai from the local community, who have been walking over these plains since childhood . Take the time to leave the car behind and enjoy the small things – tracks, dung beetles, micro-ecosystems. The guides are happy to share their knowledge of the terrain, traditional uses of wild herbs and barks, and the Masai way of life.
Sundowners
“Sundowners” are a safari tradition – after a day of safari; stop, watch the spectacular sunset; traditionally with a gin and tonic in hand!
Cultural Visits
In the heart of Masai country, Tortilis Camp offers visits to local Masai homesteads. The Masai live in semi-permanent huts known as Manyattas and it is the role of the wife to construct the hut from cattle dung and grass. The families will show you round their home for a fee (payable separately, ask reception for details), and will want to take the opportunity to sell their traditional handicrafts – bargain hard!
Swimming pool
Enjoy the cool waters in the heat of the day! Within the lush green gardens, the pool is shaded by palms and acacia Tortilis, and a haven for tropical birds. The swimming pool has bar service and board games.
Spa Treatments
Safari is also a holiday and a rest – a break from today’s frenetic lifestyle. Tortilis Camp offers massages and manicure and pedicures.
This African destination features many varied scenes of natural environments, colorful culture, and majestic wildlife. Tourists in Kenya are greeted with mountains, deserts, and beaches with beautiful coral reefs. Adventure vacationers can explore Kamega’s rain forests, India beaches in Mt. Kenya National Park, and grasslands in Masai Mara. Wildlife safaris entertain and delight tourists, who are often afforded a view of lions, leopards, and elephants. Tourists interested in giving back to the communities in this beautiful country find plenty of opportunities to make a difference. Many non-profit groups and service projects in Kenya accept charitable donations.
Environmental enthusiasts who want to help can donate to the Big Cat Conservatory project; this group is working to create a community wildlife conservancy and needs equipment to accomplish this. Other charitable groups in Kenya are working to provide medical care and AIDS awareness in the country; these groups accept donated medical supplies and DVDs on health education. Still other groups are working to improve the education of the African communities. Travelers interested in responsible tourism can donate school supplies, art supplies, and some sports equipment to help these groups.
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