Kenya Camps & Lodges
Kitich Camp, Mathews Forest, Kenya
A Luxury Tented Camp in Kenya
Camp Details
Kitich Forest Camp is in a truly remote and pristine wilderness, located in an exquisite forest glade on the upper slopes of the Mathews Mountains (also known as the Lenkiyio Hills). The Mathews, referred to as a ‘biological bonanza’ and sky island, the massive range rises up from the desert floor to over 6,000ft.
A beautiful enchanting camp with only six tents situated under a dense tree canopy, overlooking the stunning Ngeng River, this camp is a low-key classic with charming en suite bush bathrooms, bucket showers and flush toilets.
Revel in exceptional experiences, bush picnics, swimming in hidden rock pools or witnessing Samburu culture. For the adventurous quad bike across through luggas, over the Samburu landscape visiting the local village or to the local, colourful market day at Ngelai!
At night, the atmosphere is magical, and the glade is lit, look out for elephant, bushbuck and buffalo, as they come a drink by the river.
Kitich is also a fabulous and convenient base for exploring the Northern Frontiers, The Mathews Mountains, The Ndoto Mountains , the Milgis and Lake Turkana… and visiting the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary on the southern slopes of the Mathews range.
WHY CHOOSE KITICH CAMP, MATHEWS FOREST?
- Kitich Camp has been awarded the Gold-level Eco-rating Certificate by Ecotourism Kenya.
- The exclusive setting at Kitich is ideal for that very special romantic holiday.
- “Sundowners” are a safari tradition – after a day of safari; stop, watch the spectacular sunset; traditionally with a gin and tonic in hand!
- Bush picnics are a chance to enjoy lunch, al fresco, in an open forest clearing, or by the river, surrounded by wildlife.
Staying at Kitich Camp
How rustic is Kitich, and what are the bathrooms like?
This is a low-key classic rather than a polished lodge. Six tents sit under a dense forest canopy overlooking the Ngeng River, with charming en suite bush bathrooms, bucket showers and flush toilets. The camp holds a Gold-level Eco-rating Certificate from Ecotourism Kenya, and the exclusive forest-glade setting suits couples after somewhere quietly romantic.
What is there to do here besides game drives?
Days lean towards forest and river: bush picnics eaten al fresco in a clearing or by the water, swimming in hidden rock pools, and time with Samburu communities. For something more active you can quad bike across luggas and over the Samburu landscape to a local village or to market day at Ngelai.
Can we use Kitich as a base for exploring further north?
Yes, that is one of its strengths. The camp works well as a base for the Mathews Mountains, the Ndoto Mountains, the Milgis and Lake Turkana, and for visiting the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary on the southern slopes of the Mathews range. Rates start from around US$600 per person per night.
Activities
Kitich Camp Mathews Forest Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 01 January - 31 December | Safari Tents | US $ 600 |
| 2026 | 01 January - 31 December | Safari Tents | US $ 600 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Kitich Camp rates include:
• Full board accommodation (filtered drinking water, soft drinks, house wines & non-luxury spirits).
• Safari activities, including guided bush walks, fly-camping or sundowners.
• Airstrip transfers from/to Ngelai Airstrip.
• Laundry.
Staying at Kitich Camp
How rustic is Kitich, and what are the bathrooms like?
This is a low-key classic rather than a polished lodge. Six tents sit under a dense forest canopy overlooking the Ngeng River, with charming en suite bush bathrooms, bucket showers and flush toilets. The camp holds a Gold-level Eco-rating Certificate from Ecotourism Kenya, and the exclusive forest-glade setting suits couples after somewhere quietly romantic.
What is there to do here besides game drives?
Days lean towards forest and river: bush picnics eaten al fresco in a clearing or by the water, swimming in hidden rock pools, and time with Samburu communities. For something more active you can quad bike across luggas and over the Samburu landscape to a local village or to market day at Ngelai.
Can we use Kitich as a base for exploring further north?
Yes, that is one of its strengths. The camp works well as a base for the Mathews Mountains, the Ndoto Mountains, the Milgis and Lake Turkana, and for visiting the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary on the southern slopes of the Mathews range. Rates start from around US$600 per person per night.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome to Kitich Camp Mathews Forest.
Staying at Kitich Camp
How rustic is Kitich, and what are the bathrooms like?
This is a low-key classic rather than a polished lodge. Six tents sit under a dense forest canopy overlooking the Ngeng River, with charming en suite bush bathrooms, bucket showers and flush toilets. The camp holds a Gold-level Eco-rating Certificate from Ecotourism Kenya, and the exclusive forest-glade setting suits couples after somewhere quietly romantic.
What is there to do here besides game drives?
Days lean towards forest and river: bush picnics eaten al fresco in a clearing or by the water, swimming in hidden rock pools, and time with Samburu communities. For something more active you can quad bike across luggas and over the Samburu landscape to a local village or to market day at Ngelai.
Can we use Kitich as a base for exploring further north?
Yes, that is one of its strengths. The camp works well as a base for the Mathews Mountains, the Ndoto Mountains, the Milgis and Lake Turkana, and for visiting the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary on the southern slopes of the Mathews range. Rates start from around US$600 per person per night.
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