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Man Eaters Tented Camp

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 4****

Man Eaters camp is constructed on the original site where approximately 140 railway construction workers were killed by two maneless male lions over a period of three months. These events took place in 1898 while construction of what was then known as the Uganda Railway was taking place at the Tsavo River.

Location

Tsavo West National Park, about 4 hours from Nairobi through Mtito Andei Gate - 65 Kms via Kilaguni, Kitani to Man Eaters (road signs). About an hour by air from Nairobi Wilson Airport.

Climate

Generally warm 22° C - 34°C with a low humidity especially outside the rainy season which is mainly April to June. The evenings and early mornings can be cool especially when it is windy, so a jersey or light anorak is necessary.

Hotel Details

Number of Rooms

Man Eaters is an exclusive facility comprising of 30 fully furnished ensuite spacious, luxury tents nestled on the banks of the Tsavo River. The camp enjoys a superior view of the Tsavo West National Park.

 

Room décor: The impression is one of elegance and Comfort.

 

In- room amenities – The tents are equipped with deluxe beds and all of the amenities of a room in a five-star hotel.  The is supply of electricity (220 & 110), fully stocked mini-bar, en-suite toilet, wash basin and generous slate walled shower room, both complete with piping hot and cold running water, primarily solar heated. Extra wall socket located in sleeping area with an adaptor for a hairdryer or battery recharging etc.

 

Special features:The lodge surroundings are protected by the banks of the Tsavo River. Animals get close to the hotel. The pool area, overlooking the river is gorgeous and there is nothing nicer than sitting there sipping a cocktail watching the elephants come by to quench their African savanna thirst.

Food & Drink

The dining hall has many interesting period features, high vaulted ceiling, Chandelier, latticed windows and doors, dresser, buffets and tables decked in silverware, cut crystal and porcelain, perhaps after aperitifs and an exchange of game viewing tales at the bar. Cuisine and service are to the highest European standards.

  • Terrace overlooking the river.
  • The Bar/Lounge comprises three areas of comfortable private seating

General Facilities

  • Man Easters Lounge
  • The Tsavo river restaurant
  • Simba Mbili Bar
  • Lions Den Boutique
  • The Rock pool
  • Massage facilities

Current Situation
19.05.2012


partly cloudy
29°C
Sunrise 06:22:00
Sunset 18:13:00

Today's Forecast
19.05.2012


fair
24 °C (Low)
30°C (High)
 

Tomorrow's Forecast
20.05.2012


partly cloudy
24 °C (Low)
30°C (High)
 

 
airOn request, we can combine your safari itinerary with a stay at the beach hotels in Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu and Zanzibar for any number of nights.