Reviews of Kicheche Bush Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
111 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

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"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
The food was amazing and the staff was incredible. We met one of the owners and his family and they were so sweet.
This is a camp that I would love to go back too." See all these reviews: 9n in Kenya

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Eland
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
The lodging, food, service and game-drives all met our high expectations as return visitors, and we would be happy to return." See all these reviews: 14n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
5 sightings

Elephant
6 sightings

Giraffe
9 sightings

Hippo
2 sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
9 sightings

Spotted Hyena
8 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
More firsts here - our first serval, lioness moving small cubs to a new den, cheetah kill, leopard jumping up a tree (multiple times) and a jackal cub.
The nicest tented camp that we have ever stayed in. As the camp only has 6 tents, it was a more intimate experience where communal dining works well. The camp was well organised, with the exception of the wake up calls one day, which seemed to have been mixed up for everyone, leaving us in a huge rush.
The only issue we had was with our pairing with two other guests into "their" vehicle. The atmosphere was odd and the camp managers seemed to know that it would be an issue, so after the morning drive the following day, the other couple were moved into a different vehicle. Our guide relaxed and became much more personable after this.
We will definitely return, like most of their guests." See all these reviews: 14n in Kenya

Buffalo
8 sightings

Cheetah
2 sightings

Elephant
7 sightings

Giraffe
8 sightings

Hippo
1 sighting

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Wildebeest
7 sightings

Zebra
7 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
Kicheche Bush is indeed a lovely camp. It is no surprise it has such a high number of return visits.
We were very fortunate to find a cheetah family eating by the side of the road on our way from the airport - obviously a good omen!
We received a very warm welcome from managers Daniela and Dido, they were both visible throughout our stay ready to help and answer questions at any time.
Just 6 comfortable tents in a beautiful location equipped with everything we could need.
They are placed a good distance from each other and positioned to maximise privacy.
We had lunch out under the acacias and dinner in the covered dining room (after drinks by the fire of course) We were given the choice of eating communally or having a separate table.
We opted to eat with our fellow guests and enjoyed entertaining, convivial meal times.
The food was excellent. I'm always amazed how the chefs perform such miracles in a bush kitchen but this was exceptional. Fresh ingredients, tasty but light.
As a vegetarian I was catered for brilliantly with some of the tastiest vegetarian food I have ever had.
Our guide Joseph was excellent, very friendly and well informed. We had lovely game drives with my favourite treat - breakfast in the bush!
Around the camp (and sometimes in the camp) we saw a lot of game.
The conservancy has several cheetah groups, (which is reassuring), lion and leopard as well as elephant, buffalo and many herds of herbivores.
My husband told Joseph he was a keen bird watcher. He certainly knew his birds and helped Mike spot and identify several 'new' sightings.
Altogether a fantastic experience - great game viewing but also relaxing.
There is no pressure to 'do everything' if you would rather just enjoy being in a perfect African setting." See all these reviews: 8n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
5 sightings

Elephant
4 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
1 sighting

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
4 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
However, the communal dining table was a good aspect." See all these reviews: 10n in Kenya

Buffalo
6 sightings

Cheetah
3 sightings

Eland
1 sighting

Elephant
6 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Hippo
5 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
5 sightings

Spotted Hyena
4 sightings

Wildebeest
6 sightings

Zebra
6 sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"

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
1 sighting

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
As with the Mara camp, the accommodation was excellent, very comfortable tents and now with solar powered showers. The bucket showers have gone!! The camp also now has wifi access in all the tents as well as the reception/dining area. Minor point but perhaps the tents could benefit from additional power points. There were only two and both of these were in use. There were USB sockets but no additional 3-pin sockets. Both Mara and Valley have 4 way adaptors provided, something Bush might want to consider.
Unfortunately the rather unseasonable weather which we experienced at Mara followed us to Bush and while the mornings were warm and dry, although cloudy, the afternoons were punctuated by thunder and some rather heavy rain. Sundowners in the jeep in the pouring rain were not what we expected!
This made for some interesting and challenging driving for our guide Nelson although we never got stuck despite the conditions. Nelson was a terrific guide, very knowledgeable and expert at positioning the jeep for the best way to view the animals.
Thorbun and Coco as camp hosts were very pleasant, approachable and happy to help in any way. The food as always was excellent and varied. Nice to see that the Pizza oven has been retained.
Game viewing was terrific, lots of cheetah complete with young, and some excellent sightings of lions and leopards, including the famous Fig who regrettably is no longer with us.
It's hard to find fault with any aspect of the camp, it has to rank as one of our favourite in the Mara." See all these reviews: 11n in Kenya

Buffalo
1 sighting

Cheetah
4 sightings

Elephant
1 sighting

Giraffe
1 sighting

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
4 sightings

Spotted Hyena
2 sightings

Wildebeest
1 sighting

Zebra
1 sighting
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