Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary

Special Campsites;

• Pelican Special campsite near Pelican Gate
• Maji Moto Special campsite near Maji Moto Gate

PRIVATELY OWNED HOTELS & LODGES

• Pelican Lodge
• Sentrim Lake Elementaita Resort
• Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge
• Lake Elementaita Nature Pebbles & Spa
• Sirville Lake Elementaita Lodge

Gazetted as a National Wildlife Sanctuary on 16 July 2010, Lake Elementaita forms part of the Kenya Lakes System in the Great Rift Valley, which was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011, together with Lake Nakuru and Lake Bogoria.

The Lake Elementaita basin holds some of Kenya’s oldest archaeological evidence of human occupation. Excavations at Kariandusi have revealed Oldowan stone tools dating back approximately 700,000 years. Obsidian mines in the Eburru Hills provide evidence of extensive trade networks dating back over 3,000 years.

The area was later occupied by pastoral Neolithic communities and subsequently by the Maasai pastoralists, who named the lake Elementaita. During the colonial period, the wider landscape between Lake Elementaita and Lake Naivasha was converted into livestock and wildlife ranches.

By Road: Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary is approximately 120km north of Nairobi, 40 km north of Naivasha and 45km south of Nakuru. It is accessed by the Trans-African Highway (A104).

By Air: The nearest airstrips are Nakuru (Lanet) and Soysambu.

• Clean drinking water
• Food
• Camping equipment

Also important are;

• Camera
• Binoculars
• Sunscreen
• Insect Repellent
• First aid kit
• Sunglasses
• Guidebooks
• Warm clothing
• Walking boots
• Compass & Maps
• Appropriate hiking gear

Your safety matters. Please review our essential guidelines to help ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for you and for the wildlife.

1. You are in the wildlife’s home. Please respect their privacy and right of way.

2. National parks are plastic-free. Single-use plastic is prohibited.

3. General road rules apply. Car hooting or driving under the influence of alcohol are strictly prohibited.

4. Adhere to park entry and exit times. Gates open at 6:00 AM and close at 6:00 PM, unless you are spending overnight.

5. Move slowly and quietly. Animals can react dangerously if startled.

6. Noise distracts wildlife. Use mobile phones and sound devices sparingly and only in designated areas.

7. Remain in your vehicle unless in designated areas. Keep doors closed at all times.

8. Observe the maximum speed limit of 40 km/h (25 mph). Speeding attracts penalties.

9. Stay on established roads and trails. Off-road driving is strictly prohibited.

10. View wildlife from a minimum distance of 20 meters.

11. Feeding wildlife is prohibited, as it disrupts their diet and leads to human dependency.

12. Carry out all trash to help keep the park clean.

13. Do not leave campfires unattended while camping.

14. Visitors enter the park at their own risk and Terms and conditions apply.

Toll Free: 0800 597 000

Email: customerservice@kws.go.ke

WhatsApp: +254 (0) 726 610509