Welcome to Tumaren.
Tumaren Camp is a haven of natural beauty and warm hospitality, renowned for its rich wildlife and a strong commitment to conservation. The camp’s dedicated team, celebrated for their bush knowledge and tracking skills, passionately works to protect Laikipia’s unique biodiversity. The camp offers guests an immersive experience, guided by local Maasai and Samburu who share personal insights as well as an intense knowledge of the land they call home.
Guests can enjoy game drives, guided walks, and many unique activities, or simply relax in the elegant camp, watching as wildlife gather at the salt lick just outside. Tumaren provides an ideal balance of adventure and tranquility as well as an opportunity to learn about this unique part of Africa. Laikipia has a rich geologic and human history, and it’s wildlife has been woven into and profoundly shaped by these forces. The Tumaren guides are expert at telling this story.
Accommodation
Tumaren has seven spacious tents that look out over a busy waterhole with constant wildlife streaming into it. Each tent enjoys expansive views of Laikipia and offers modern comforts such as ensuite bathrooms, comfortable beds and convenient lighting. Wildlife enthusiasts can opt for thrilling walks and game drives, while others might simply relax and watch the animal traffic at the waterhole in front of camp. The 20-metre pool also faces the plains for added relaxation. Each tent provides a couples accommodation, while four other tents can accommodate families or groups of friends. Tumaren offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure, making it an ideal destination to experience Laikipia and one of Kenya's best conservation success stories.
Activities
We excel in the kinds of adventure that etch themselves in the memory drive and enhance the bigger-picture safari experience. Walking and tracking are our specialties but so too is rock climbing on the many grand rock kopjes around our part of Laikipia. Beading or biking or ultimate frisbee in a dry river bed against our local school team are all options as well. See below for all the options.
Tumaren Ranch
Tumaren Ranch was once land utilized exclusively for livestock. When Kerry and Jamie purchased the land they began managing for wildlife instead including Laikipia’s endangered species, such as Grevy’s Zebra, Wilddog and lions. Recovery was immediate and plains game increased sharply and our Reticulated Giraffe, Oryx and Eland began assembling in larger and larger herds. The predators began asserting their presence too and the Elephant herds that once just passed through began stopping for longer, eventually making Tumaren a preferred maternity for giving birth to their young.
Our Story
Kerry Glen and Jamie Christian conceived Tumaren Camp as their family home. Guided by the wisdom of a Maasai Elder friend, the location was carefully chosen to ensure the well-being of their cherished camels. Little did they anticipate that the area's suitability for their camels would be a prelude – the serene plains before the camp, amidst beautiful light, unfolded as a haven for an abundance for wildlife. Happenstance propagated an indelible fondness for the nature and serenity of the area and this was the origin of Tumaren Camp.
Community
We are deeply committed to community support, actively engaging in the empowerment of local individuals. Our initiatives include employing and training community members in various fields such as tourism, farm management, security, and mechanics. As one of the primary employers for the Olmotiok and Koija group ranches, we contribute significantly to the local workforce.
Moreover, our safaris go beyond exploration; they contribute directly to the community through conservation fees. This income serves as a vital source for areas with limited revenue streams. Tumaren not only provides seasonal dry grazing but also employment opportunities and supplementary meals for neighboring schools. In this way, we play a crucial role in enabling local communities to realize the tangible benefits that stem from wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism.
Where is Tumaren ?
Nestled in the heart of eastern Laikipia, Tumaren Camp resides in a region north of Mt. Kenya celebrated for its pristine wilderness and rich wildlife. Conveniently situated, Karisia Walking Safaris is just a two-hour drive from Nanyuki Town, accessible via scheduled flights. For those seeking a more direct route, we have an airstrip available for private charter flights. Explore our captivating surroundings by entering the following GPS coordinates (0°27'11.6"N 36°57'26.6"E) into Google Earth or Maps.
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“Karisa’s team were very friendly, and definitely knew the bush, I have grown up in Kenya, but with these guides experienced a very different sense and insight.”
Dave H
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“All our questions were answered and even some that we didn’t know we had. EVERY member of the team was knowledgable and always ready to engage in communication to open our minds.”
– Tim from Dorset
