Mbweha Camp

Set on a private conservancy bordering Kenya’s Lake Nakuru National Park, Mbweha Camp comprises of 10 comfortable stone cottages with thatched roofs.

Mbweha Camp is set on a 6,400 acre private conservancy bordering renowned Lake Nakuru National Park. This intimate camp is set in a grove of native trees including euphorbia candelabra and yellow barked acacia that help create a lovely relaxed atmosphere.

Comprised of just 10 comfortably furnished stone cottages, with polished floors, thatched roofs and ensuite bathrooms. The double or twin beds are surrounded by towering mosquito nets while there is also a small sofa. The camp boasts a large dining and lounge area fitted with a welcoming fire pit with circular seating for guests to enjoy an after dinner drink from the bar. The lounge also has wonderful views over the Eburru and Mau mountain ranges and all-important 240V charging facilities.

As Mbeweha Camp lies outside of a national park, activities such as nature walks, mountain biking and night game drives are possible. Congreve Conservancy, where the camp is situated, encompasses much of Lake Elmenteita, a blue-green soda lake rich in birdlife including both the lesser and greater flamingo, pelican and heron. Soysambu Conservancy is a World Heritage Site and an important birding area, as well as a sanctuary for the endangered colosius monkey. Guests can also enjoy day trips into Lake Nakuru National Park.

Guests can also visit Kariandusi prehistoric site near the shores of Lake Elmenteita, an early Stone Age site dating back more than 1 million years, where tools used by early man were discovered by celebrated paleoanthropologist Louis Leakey. Game drives with expert guides take place in 4WD safari vehicles, with a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle, while guided bush wals and hikes are also possible.

  • A relaxed safari camp set on a private conservancy
  • Enjoy activities such as bush walking and night game drives not possible in national parks
  • Proximity to scenic Lake Elmenteita, renowned for birdlife
  • Close to other famous Rift Valley Lakes such as Nakuru
  • Visit hot springs and a prehistoric site discovered by paleoanthropologist Louis Leakey
  • Day and night game drives in 4WD safari vehicles accompanied by expert guides
  • Guided bush walks and hikes
  • Guided or unguided mountain biking
  • Visit Kariandusi prehistoric site
  • Soak in Lake Elmenteita hot springs

*Some activities are available at extra cost.

Mbweha Camp is around 2.5 hours by road from Nairobi. Alternatively, flights can be chartered from Nairobi to the Congreve airstrip.

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Mbweha Camp

Set on a private conservancy bordering Kenya’s Lake Nakuru National Park, Mbweha Camp comprises of 10 comfortable stone cottages with thatched roofs.

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