Conservation area · Amboseli, Kenya
Elerai Conservation Area
A conservation area at the foot of Kilimanjaro, about 12 km south-east of Amboseli National Park.
The destination
Between the park and the mountain.
The Elerai Conservation Area lies between Amboseli National Park and Kilimanjaro, on land used by elephants moving between the two.
It was set up in the mid-2000s by local Maasai residents with a private lodge investor and the African Wildlife Foundation, and Satao Elerai is the camp here. The national park is a short game drive away.
At a glance
- Type
- Community conservation area
- Position
- About 12 km south-east of Amboseli National Park
- Setting
- At the foot of Kilimanjaro
- Camp
- Satao Elerai
In the destination
Ways to explore.
Photo: Satao EleraiDays here are planned with the camp, and the national park is close enough for day trips.
Days in the park
Satao Elerai says Amboseli National Park is a relatively short game drive away.
Kilimanjaro views
The camp sits at the foot of Kilimanjaro, with views of the mountain.
Elephant country
AWF describes the area as a key dispersal area for elephants moving between Amboseli and Kilimanjaro. Sightings are never guaranteed.
When to go
The conservation area through the year.
A high season for wildlife viewing in Kenya, according to KWS, with short grass and mostly sunny weather.
The long rains. KWS says animals can be harder to see and many roads may need four-wheel drive.
The other high season in KWS guidance. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Source: Kenya Wildlife Service.
Where to stay in Elerai Conservation Area
Our selection of camps and lodges.
Related destinations
In Amboseli.
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