Tumaren Camp & Karisia Walking Safaris
• Walking safaris supported by camels in remote Northern Kenya
• Numerous options include; Tumaren Satellite Camp, Luxury & Classic Walking Safaris & Air bed & Camel Safaris
• 3,000 acre ranch dedicated to wildlife management & conservation
• Tumaren camp is an excellent base for adventurous bush walks, camel rides, rock climbing & extensive game viewing
• 360 degree views of Mount Kenya & the Frontier District
Based out of the 30,000 acre Tumaren Ranch, Karisia Walking Safaris provide the exhilarating safari experience and traditional adventure of getting up close to nature on foot. Supported by a train of camels, Karisia offers a range of walking safaris from luxury camps set up in remote safari specific locations to a traditional walking safari based out of the rustic Tumaren Camp. Family run and hosted, Karisia Walking Safaris provide the perfect adventure in Kenya’s remote Northern Territories – getting you ‘off the grid’ and discovering the diverse wildlife and beauty of one of Kenya’s most remote and breathtaking areas and the vibrant colourful people that call it home.
Accommodation • Tumaren Camp – 6 safari tents (double / twin convertible). Each accommodating a family of 4/5 if necessary.
• Tumaren Satellite Camp – walking safari daily departure and return to satellite camp’s safari specific location. King/twin mattresses on the ground
• Luxury Walking Safari – exclusive mobile walking camel safari in traditional green canvas & netting tents. King/ twin mattresses on the ground
• Classic Walking Safari – mobile walking camel safari in Kodiak Camvas hunting tents. King/twin mattresses on the ground
• Air Bed & Camel Safari – mobile walking camel safari in spacious dome tents. King/twin mattresses on the ground
• Children over the age of 4 years are welcome
Activities • Day & night game drives
• Guided bush walks
• Bush picnics
• Camel safaris
• Bouldering & rock climbing
• Birding
• Children’s activities
• Cultural community visits
Facilities & Amenities • Mobile phone signal (intermittent)
• Solar lighting – scheduled hours
• Laundry
• Guest Area: mess tent, sitting room & campfire
In Room • Running water (Tumaren Camp)
• Wash basin
• Safari toilet
• Hot water safari bucket shower
• Private verandah
Conservation • Ewaso River Honey
When is it open? • Open year round
Getting There • Nanyuki Airstrip – 90 minute drive
• Daily scheduled flights from Nairobi WIlson Airport to Nanyuki airstrip
• Private charter
• Road transfer from Nanyuki Airstrip, approximately 4 hours