🌍 Introduction
Man Eaters Camp is a mid-range, family-owned safari camp that combines historical intrigue with wildlife immersion. Named after the infamous man-eating lions of Tsavo, this camp sits on the banks of the Tsavo River, where the infamous railway construction story of 1898 unfolded. Today, the camp offers guests a rustic yet comfortable base for exploring both Tsavo East and Tsavo West, with an authentic safari atmosphere, rich heritage, and great game viewing all around.
If you’re looking for a peaceful escape surrounded by nature, history, and wildlife, Man Eaters Camp is a fantastic choice — especially for road trip travelers between Nairobi and Mombasa.
📍 Location & Accessibility
Man Eaters Camp is located between Tsavo East and Tsavo West, just a few minutes from Tsavo Bridge and Manyani Gate, making it one of the most accessible safari camps along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway.
🛣️ How to Get There
- By Road:
- From Nairobi: Approx. 5 hours via the Mombasa Highway (A109).
- From Mombasa: Approx. 4 hours.
- The camp is just off the highway, making it ideal for self-drivers or road-based safaris.
- By Rail:
- Via SGR Madaraka Express to Voi Station (approx. 45 minutes away).
- Transfers to the camp can be arranged on request.
- By Air:
- Nearby airstrips include Manyani, Tsavo Gate, and Voi, suitable for private charters.
🛏️ Accommodation
Man Eaters Camp features luxurious tented rooms and stone cottages, designed to offer privacy, views of the river, and a strong connection to nature.
Room Types:
- Riverside Tented Rooms (30+):
Spacious, en-suite canvas tents with verandas facing the Tsavo River. - Family Tents:
Larger units with additional beds, ideal for families or small groups. - Stone Cottages:
A few permanent rooms available for guests who prefer solid walls.
In-Room Features:
- En-suite bathrooms with hot water showers and flush toilets
- Comfortable beds with mosquito nets
- Private verandas with safari chairs and river views
- Solar power for lighting and hot water
- Locally made furniture and minimalistic safari décor
💰 Accommodation Rates (Estimated)
Rates are per person per night on full board basis:
- Residents: KES 9,000–12,000
- Non-Residents: $100–$160
- Children under 5: Stay free
- Children 5–12: 50% of adult rate when sharing with adults
Discounts may be available for group bookings, long stays, or off-season travel.
🍽️ Dining & Cuisine
The camp’s restaurant is built on a deck overlooking the Tsavo River, so you can enjoy your meals while watching wildlife come to drink.
- Full-board meals: Buffet or set menu depending on occupancy
- A blend of local Kenyan, Indian, and continental dishes
- Vegetarian and special dietary options available with prior notice
- Bush dinners or riverside private meals can be arranged on request
- Bar with soft drinks, beers, spirits, and wines
🦁 Activities & Experiences
Man Eaters Camp offers a mix of wildlife adventures, historical insights, and relaxing nature experiences.
🚙 Game Drives
- Game drives into Tsavo East or Tsavo West (accessible within minutes)
- Game packages include half-day or full-day safaris with packed lunches
- Spot elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocs, and more
🦴 Historical Tours
- Visit the original site of the man-eating lions attacks during the railway construction
- On-site museum and guide-led storytelling
- Learn about the Lunatic Express and how the bridge was built
🌿 Guided Nature Walks
- Short walks along the Tsavo River
- Learn about flora, birdlife, tracks, and animal behavior
- Great for kids and first-time safari guests
🐦 Birdwatching
- The riverine setting attracts kingfishers, hornbills, bee-eaters, sunbirds, and raptors
- Over 400 species have been recorded in the area
🧘 Relaxation
- Riverfront deck with loungers
- Small massage hut for bush spa treatments (available on request)
- Campfire evenings with storytelling and stargazing
✅ What’s Included
- Accommodation in tent or cottage
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled water in rooms
- Access to museum and walking areas
- Use of lodge facilities (lounge, restaurant, bar, fire pit)
❌ What’s Not Included
- Park entry fees to Tsavo East or West
- Game drives (unless pre-booked as part of a package)
- Beverages from the bar
- Transfers (available on request)
- Tips and personal purchases
🐘 Wildlife & What to Expect
Though not inside the parks, Man Eaters Camp is right on the Tsavo River, a key wildlife corridor — so animal sightings are frequent.
From camp and during drives, you may see:
- Elephants crossing the river or dust bathing
- Buffalo, zebras, giraffes, baboons
- Hippos and crocodiles in the Tsavo River
- Big cats during park drives
- Diverse birdlife all around camp
Animals often pass just meters from your tent, especially during the early morning or dusk.
👨👩👧👦 Family & Group Friendly
- Family tents and kid-friendly meals available
- Safe enclosed paths between tents
- Friendly staff used to accommodating small children
- Educational history content and nature walks for young explorers
- Ideal for school groups, road trip convoys, and photography teams
🌟 Why Choose Man Eaters Camp?
- Incredible location steeped in historical significance
- Comfortable, mid-range tented camp with wildlife at your doorstep
- Easy access to both Tsavo East and Tsavo West
- Perfect stopover for Nairobi–Mombasa road trips or SGR travelers
- Strong local ownership, authentic storytelling, and personalized service
- Beautiful riverfront scenery and unforgettable sunsets
Man Eaters Camp offers a distinctive safari experience that blends comfort, conservation, and colonial-era history. Whether you’re looking to explore Tsavo’s wildlife or walk in the footsteps of one of Kenya’s most legendary stories, this camp gives you the best of both worlds — all at great value.