Reviews of Kicheche Bush Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
112 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Kicheche Bush Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
Felt very safe and secure even when the animals were making noises outside and kept me awake alot! lol.
The staff were amazing and the drivers were so amazing.
I loved everything about the Bush Camp and would love to return one day again.
Would highly recommend to anyone." See all these reviews: 11n in Kenya

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
Part of the reason to choose a high end camp is because of the guides and I would have expected the camp to have someone with her to help. Her English was not great and at times we did not understand what she said." See all these reviews: 9n in Kenya

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
2 sightings

Eland
10 sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
The Bush Camp is a little different from the Valley Camp but the same quality of service is still evident.
The food continues to be amazing- we invited their chef to come back to the states with us!
We couldn’t imagine that our animal sightings could get any better but each day brought new experiences. We witnessed 3 cheetah cubs checking out the world on their first day leaving the den!
Thank you." See all these reviews: 12n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
It feels intimate and friendly but the attention to detail and the determination to ascertain and meet each client's needs and preferences is very impressive." See all these reviews: 8n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
It's small camp that really is in the middle of the bush and completely unfenced.
Charles our guide was also fantastic who had great knowledge and respect for the wildlife. We saw lions, a leopard and cheetahs on every game drive. One highlight was following two male lions as dusk fell until they roared. That was one of the things I really wanted to hear." See all these reviews: 8n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
4 sightings

Eland
2 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
4 sightings

Leopard
4 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
Our guide was James, who is not only a top-level guide but also an award-winning photographer himself. He knows Olare Motorogi Conservancy so well and can answer any question about the animals, knows the great viewing spots and is just a great person. He made our experience extra special, including our visit to the Masai village. After we saw all of the amazing birds in Laikipia and Valley Camps, James made a special effort to find new birds we hadn't seen or to get us in perfect photo spots for birds doing interesting things. I would never have expected to enjoy watching bee eaters and lilac breasted rollers, while my husband and James snapped away, instead of only watching the big animals. We saw so many animals during our safari, had a luxury experience at Bush Camp, and absolutely can't wait to return!" See all these reviews: 12n in Kenya; 4n in Rwanda

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
4 sightings

Eland
5 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
6 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
Along with the animals listed in the wildlife survey, I saw excellent birds, baboons, a serval, crocodiles, two kinds of mongoose (banded and dwarf), and a blue headed tree agama.
My tent was spacious and generally comfortable, but suffered in comparison to the brand-new tents at our previous stop, primarily because the floor was very lumpy. I also noticed some insects inside the tent, specifically a few cockroaches and fair number of ants, in the front section facing the little yard. But it was still very nice overall - and I loved the little yard and hammock!
On the grounds, along the paths, I noticed what I thought were some kinds of insect eggs on tall stalks of grass. I take lots of macro photos, and after getting home and looking through my pictures from Bush Camp, it was clear that what looked like eggs were actually clumps made up of thousands of baby ticks.
I was never actually bothered by ticks during my stay, but they can be disease vectors (specifically, for tick bite fever). So, I would suggest removing these for the safety of staff and guests. The easiest approach would be to cut the (relatively few) affected stalks of grass and drop them in a mild pesticide solution. I am glad to provide photos of the ticks if it would be helpful." See all these reviews: 12n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
2 sightings

Elephant
8 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Lion
5 sightings

Spotted Hyena
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
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