Monday, 14 April 2014

Mount Elgon National Park

Mount Elgon National Park
"Untamed wilderness, secluded splendour"Mt. Elgon is located 420 kms from Nairobi. Access is via tarmac road to Kitale, branch to murram road then to the Chorlim Gate

ACCESS

    Roads: Mt. Elgon is located 420 kms from Nairobi. Access is via tarmac road to Kitale, branch
    to murram road then to the Chorlim Gate
    Airstrips: There is one airstrip in the park

PARK GATES
                                                              

  •     Chorlim (main gate)
  •     Kassawai
  •     Kiptogot
  •     Kimothon

SIZE / LOCATION

    196 km2
    On the western border of Kenya with Uganda, in Trans-nzoia District of Rift Valley Province

CLIMATE

    The climate is moist to moderate dry. Annual rainfall is over 1,270mm

SAFARI CARD REQUIRED?
    At present the park does not operate the Safari Card system. Entry is by cash only.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS

    Caves                                                                          

    Salt Mining Elephants of Kitum Cave
    Spectacular Waterfall
    Game Viewing around the Mountain
    Birdwatching
    Viewing the mountain
    


WILDLIFE

    Elephant, leopard, giant forest hog, bushbuck, buffalo, duiker, black and white colobus, blue monkeys
    and golden cat, among others.
    More than 240 bird species in the area, including the African crowned eagle, Ross’ turaco,
    and red-fronted  parrot.

BIRDS

      340 bird species have been recorded, of which 230 are forest dependant, while 110 are forest specialist.

WHERE TO STAY

    In the park: No lodges or tented campsites in the park at the moment
    KWS Self – Catering Accommodation:
        Koitoboss Guesthouse. Sleeps 6 pax
        Kapkuro Bandas. 4 units each sleeps 3 pax

Camping Facilities:
        Public Campsites: There are three public campsites namely Nyati, Chorlim and Rongai Campsites
        Special Campsites: Saltlick Special Campsite

ACTIVITY OPTIONS                                                       

    Mountain Climbing
    Horse Riding
    Picnicking
    Camping
    Birdwatching


WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU

    Drinking water, picnic items and camping equipment if you intend to stay overnight, walking boots,
    warm clothing, training shoes, socks, sandals and gaiters. Also useful are: binoculars, camera,
    hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and guidebooks.

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