Tortilis Camp is a magical escape from the hustle and bustle of life in the fast lane. Early European explorers met derision and disbelief when they reported a snow capped mountain close to the equator – Mount Kilimanjaro. Feelings of disbelief and awe hit you as you arrive at Tortilis Camp, facing this magnificent mountain, as the sun dazzles the white snowcap.

Tortilis Camp is a charming, rustic tented camp, shaded by a natural forest of Acacia Tortilis thorn trees after which the camp is named. The trees and shrubs bustle with bird life, the views seem endless across the plains to Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru in Tanzania.

The camp won the British Airways regional award for ecotourism and has earned an international reputation for its commitment to the environment with its rustic simplicity, unobtrusive design and attention to comfort without compromising the ecosystem. The tents are large, the emphasis is on service and comfort. Each tent leads from a bedroom with expansive king-size or generous twin beds, through a dressing area into modern bathrooms with pressured hot showers and flush toilets. Each tent is raised up on a wooden deck and sheltered by a makuti (thatched) roof overhanging a large verandah, ideal for an early afternoon siesta…

This is a great place to start a safari, relax and acclimatize. The food is part of the charm: North Italian traditional recipes from the owner’s family cookbook, complimented by delicious salads and herbs grown in the camp’s own garden.

Here clients enjoy varied game viewing and can also spend time following the matriarchal elephant herds from the luxury of open sided safari Land Rovers; or walk with a trained Maasai guide, sip sundowners on top of Kitirua hill as the sun sets colouring the snows of Kilimanjaro pink, bush breakfasts out on the plains or a visit to one of the Maasai manyattas (villages) to meet the Maasai women, watch the Morans (young warriors) dance and experience their age-old existence.

NB February and March are probably the best months for clear views of Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru in Tanzania. The great Amboseli plains with its parched alkaline salt pans, strange mirages and oasis of marshes & lakes is dominated by the glistening majestic snow cap pf Mt. Kilimanjaro (5,894m/19,340ft).  
 
This is Maasai country, a proud, nomadic people, who have lived in harmony with nature for centuries. Huge herds of Elephant and Buffalo are common, together with Lion and a host of Antelope species.  
The Chyulu Hills are the natural border between the Maasai & the Kamba people and perfect for walking and riding safaris. On the far side of the hills lies the Tsavo National Park, bigger than Wales & one of the world’s largest game sanctuaries.

Amboseli National Park, South Eastern Kenya
Altitude: 3,280 ft
Climate: Warm dry days, cool nights, low humidity
Location:

Amboseli National Park South of Nairobi
Bordering Tanzania Unrivalled views of Kilimanjaro
Winner of the British Airways Regional Award for Ecotourism (1995)

Accommodation and Activities

17 spacious tents, raised on wooden decks & shaded with makuti (thatched) roofs:
9 with king size beds
8 with twin beds
Spacious shaded verandahs each with a Lamu day bed, great views & privacy
Swimming pool
Game drives in 4-wheel drive Land Rovers
Guided nature walks
Bush breakfasts
Hilltop sundowners
Excursions to Tsavo West & Chyulu Hills
Gift shop
Massage service
Laundry
Airstrip
Daily scheduled flights from Nairobi
Distance by road approx 31/2 hours from Nairobi

Remarks:
-Minimum Stay: 3 Nights

Rates:
-Rates based on full board, NON-PACKAGE.
-Package Rates are available on request and include: Game Drives in 4WD open vehicle

Bush Breakfast
Picnics
Sundowners & Soft drinks and
Two local airstrip transfers.
-All rates are inclusive of taxes.

Children's Policy:
-Children under 5 years sharing with adults stay FREE

Cancellation Policy
-Cancellation is subject to a fee charged for bookings already reserved. Conditions and cancellation penalties apply.

Rates:

Low season  10/Apr-31/May

Mid season   02/Jan-09/Apr, 01/Jun-31/Jul, 01/Oct-23/Dec

High season    01/Aug-30/Sep, 24/Dec-01/Jan

NB: Prices and availability are subject to revision without prior notice owing to currency, tax, levy and seasonal fluctuations.