EL KARAMA

EL KARAMA
Location: A private ranch situated on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro river just to the north of the town of Nanyuki in the northcentral region of Kenya.
The ranch has been the Grant family home for over 40 years.
The El Karama Ranch bandas provide a comfortable and affordable retreat in a stunning piece of wilderness on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Accommodation/Facilities: Various accommodation options include four double bandas, a family cottage, and a spacious rondavel, all with individual bathrooms. Facilities include an attractive communal dining area which over looks the Acacia clad Ewaso Nyiro River and a fully equipped kitchen. El Karama offers a full board and a self catered option as well as natural campsites.

 (The campsites tend to be a bit pricey (KS 10000 PER GROUP) for what you get in our opinion but being out in the bush is compensation)
Each accommodation option has attendants who help with cooking, cleaning, washing and guiding.
Activities:
Wildlife walks can be arranged and you will be accompanied by an experienced guide

Bird watching

Fishing for catfish and barbel (guests must come with equipment and licence).

Game drives

Fly camping

Optional Extras: Camel rides. Horse riding for experienced riders, led and hosted by Guy and Lavinia Grant’s oldest daughter Laria.

Seasons: Open all year round.
El.Karama has a flourishing population of wildlife with over 70 species of mammals and nearly 400 species of birds. Of the well-known African big game El Karama is home to elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion, leopard and cheetah. In addition to these there are such species as the rare and geographically restricted grevy's zebra, the unique Laikipia hartebeest, and the unusual reticulated giraffe. Recently African hunting dogs have also reappeared on the ranch.
And as for the birds the variety is infinite: from the big to the little, the bright or the camouflaged, the ones you see and the ones you hear. From the moment you first pick up your binoculars you'll be hooked and names such as ostrich, kori bustard, martial eagle, honey guide, paradise flycatcher and finfoot will become exciting new discoveries.
The mix of woodland and grassland with riverine forest and swampland creates a home to a wide variety of bird life as well as mammals. The Buffalo Springs Park records over 365 bird species!
The perfect place for an introduction to the harsh, yet stunningly beautiful landscapes of northern Kenya, Laikipia is a vital part of a safari itinerary.