Kimana Sanctuary

Wildlife and safari park · Kajiado

Kimana Sanctuary

Wildlife and safari park · Kajiado

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C102, Kimana, Kenya

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Community conservancy with abundant wildlife and elephant encounters  

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C102, Kimana, Kenya Get directions

kimanasanctuary.com

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C102, Kimana, Kenya Get directions

+254 708 746173
kimanasanctuary.com

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wheelchair accessible parking lot

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Aug 13, 2025

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"Kimana Sanctuary is special for a number of reasons. Not only was it the first community-owned conservancy in Kenya when it was established back in 1996, it’s also located in a crucial wildlife corridor that links Amboseli National Park with the with the Chyulu Hills and Tsavo protected areas, providing animals with a route though the narrowest part of the space between two settled areas. When elephants pass between the areas, they are able to use this corridor; sometimes they will just pass through the Sanctuary and other times they will stay for months. Accommodation for guests is available either by camping in a tranquil spot by the river or staying at the dreamy Kimana House, a four-bedroom self-catering property that comes with an on-site manager to do the washing up. Two notable organizations are involved: Big Life Foundation managesthe Sanctuary in partnership with the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust ."

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Ryan Cuthel

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Beautiful spot, plenty of plains game. Not many elephants this time but last year we saw loads. Beautiful campsite with a nice toilet and shower.

Jeff J Mack

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Supporting a great cause with great camping, easy driving and plenty of wildlife: elephants, lions, zebras, secretary birds, pumba, grants gazelle, owls, Eagles......

Panara

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Well positioned in the wildlife corridor between Amboseli and Tsavo. Kimana house is only lodge there. 3 camp sites available in the sanctuary. Plenty of animals but rare to see the big five apart from Elephants. Good option enroute to Amboseli national park.

Bal

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We spent two nights at the Elerai campsite and had the most amazing time. The campsite is by the river and we were fortunate enough to wake up to elephants playing in the water. It has a long drop toilet and a shower, there is no water though (a kettle and bucket is provided and you can use the river water), fire wood is also provided. The sanctuary is well managed and there is plenty of game. I would recommend this lovely place to any new campers or anyone look for some adventure not too far away from Nairobi (the drive took us around 4 hours). As they will warn you, there are LOADS of ticks, so this is something you need to prepare in advance of your visit.

Lucille Onyango

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Loved my stay🥰

Jeremy Goss

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Great example of tourism supporting a local community! Wonderful wildlife sightings, including without doubt some of the best elephant experiences of my life. Definitely worth a visit, and it's nice and close to Amboseli NP for those that might want to combine the two. Camping and guesthouse facility available.

Amy Baird

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I had some of the best close elephant encounters at Kimana Sanctuary. The vibe is very different from the national park - it really does feel like a sanctuary! Also saw some incredible birds and plenty of amazing game animals as well. Visiting supports the local community as well. Not to be missed.

Acacia Aggarwal

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Gorgeous park with lovely campsites (especially Elerai) by the river where elephants come and drink. Firewood provided. Showers have no water at the campsite. River is seasonal and muddy. Lovely little hill for a sundowner with views of Kilimanjaro and the sunset. Rangers are helpful and dedicated to their work. Elephants are often chased away from neighbouring farms by use of flash bangs so don't be alarmed as I was. Good to have emergency contacts as there is hardly anyone in the park. Plunge pool at The House is a great treat in the middle of a hot dusty day.