Elewana Tortilis Camp

Tucked away in the Kitirua Private Conservancy, bordering the national park, this stunning camp looks out over one of the most secluded areas of Amboseli with unrivalled access to the famous lake bed.

Life in Camp

Named after the flat topped acacia trees that surround Amboseli National Park, Tortilis is one of Elewana's flagship properties and perhaps the best in the area. Nestled in a small, private conservancy guests can walk in the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro and take game drives out on the renowned Amboseli lake bed, a photographers paradise. Always conscious of their impact on the land around them, Tortilis was one of the first eco-lodges of its size and runs on 100% solar energy. With just 12 tents, a pool and a private house for families, this is one of the finest properties in southern Kenya.

Timing Your Trip

Those looking to access the lake bed need to visit in the drier months - July through October - when the area receives just 8mm of rain across the summer months.

Anyone looking for the snow covered peaks of Kilimanjaro should seek out the back end of the rainy season (May/ June) or December to allow for the rains to bring fresh snow to the mountain.

Jan

Excellent

Feb

Excellent

Mar

Good

Apr

Mixed

May

Mixed

Jun

Good

Jul

Mixed

Aug

Good

Sep

Excellent

Oct

Excellent

Nov

Good

Dec

Excellent

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Famous For

Unrivalled Amboseli Lake Bed Access - Situated just off the famed Amboseli lake bed this is the best property to access the lake bed for morning and evening light, perfect for photographers.

Private Conservancy - The Kitirua Conservancy is home to just a handful of small camps, ensuring you can be far from the crowds that can occur in the national park.

Stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro - You'll have stunning views of the the world's tallest free standing mountain as it looms over the park.

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Will's Ideal Pairing

"From Amboseli head on up to Boana to pair huge elephants with epic rhino sighings, and continue utilising private conservancies for a more active safari. Alternatively head over to the Maasai Mara and keep the cameras in hand!"

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