Kambi ya Tembo
Adventure tented camp on a 600 sq km private Sinya concession on Kilimanjaro's north face, famed for giant tusker bull elephants and Maasai cultural immersion.
Settle into Kambi ya Tembo
Kambi ya Tembo is a spectacular tented camp situated on the north face of Kilimanjaro, with sweeping views across the Amboseli plains and the mountain itself. The camp sits within Sinya, a 600 square kilometre private concession offering incomparable scenery of Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, and the Ol Doinyo Longido and Ol Doinyo Orok peaks — and is one of the only places in Africa where visitors can observe large bull elephants over 50 years old with enormous tusks in the front line. Traditional Maasai bomas are scattered around Sinya, where the Maasai continue to live in their customary way, less accustomed to tourists than in more visited areas. The ground-level main building offers views of the Amboseli plains and Kilimanjaro, with an indoor-outdoor dining room and evening appetizers and drinks served around the camp fire.
Highlights
- 600 square kilometre private Sinya concession bordering Amboseli National Park in Kenya
- One of the only places in Africa to see giant tusker bull elephants over 50 years old
- Full-day trekking route into Kilimanjaro National Park via the Shira route (3,000–3,200 m altitude)
- Guided walks and cultural visits with the local Maasai community
- Views of Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Ol Doinyo Longido and Ol Doinyo Orok peaks
tented camp
Style
Adventure tented camp
Camp
16
Rooms
1
Room types
Tanzania
Country
Rooms
Rooms and spaces
Subtle luxuries
Activities
- Game drivesTraverse the landscapes at the foothills of Kilimanjaro, encountering wildlife in their natural habitat near Kilimanjaro National Park.
- Trekking in Kilimanjaro National ParkFull day trek along the Shira route, 4 to 5 hours, at an altitude between 3,000 and 3,200 metres; warm clothing and suitable footwear required.
- Visits to Maasai communitiesCultural visits to local Maasai communities, drawing on Tanganyika Wilderness Camps' strong bond with the Maasai of Sinya.
- Walks escorted by MaasaiGuided walk of one to one and a half hours exploring the surroundings escorted by Maasai guides.
Food & drink
- Full board
- Welcome drink
Guest areas
- Camp fireSitting around the camp fire, listening to the sounds of the wild and watching the sun go down.
- Main building lounge and dining roomGround-level main building with views of the Amboseli plains and Kilimanjaro; dining room with an outside and inside seating area.
Services
- Credit cards accepted
- Electricity 24hrs
- Facilities for travelers with special needs
- Free parking
