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Finch
Hatton's is located in Tsavo West National Park. Together
with neighbouring Tsavo East, this Park is Kenya's largest
National Park- and one of the largest in Africa.
Its entire ecosystem constitutes 10 million acres of pure
untouched wilderness. encompassing open savannah, ranges
and hills, riverine and montane forests, and freshwater
springs.
Tsavo West is dominated by the jet-black lava flow known
locally as Sheitani (devil). |
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Winding
through the hills and peppered with caves and sinkholes, Sheitani
is an eerie reminder of the volcanic forces that brought Tsavo
into being.
It is this massive scale that sets Tsavo apart from Kenya's
other National Parks and reserves.
Exploring the park from Finch Hatton's you will rarely see another
vehicle, or any other sign of human presence as you track game |
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Tsavo is known for its herds of "Red Elephants",
their skins stained by the local ochre dust and mud. The
Park is home to over 5,000 elephant- the largest population in East
Africa.
Other
commonly seen species include Giraffe, Zebra, Eland, Buffalo, Impala,
Hartebeest, Bushbuck, Wildebeest and many more
Click here for common mammals of Tsavo >>
An
easy hour's drive from the camp are the famous Mzima Springs, where
a gushing supply of fresh, crystal clear water has created an oasis
for wildlife.
It
is home to several pods of hippo, crocs and shoals of barbell and
catfish.
A
specially constructed underwater observatory provides visitors with
a unique view into the underwater world of Mzima.
The
best time to see game around Finch Hatton's is early morning and late
afternoon. Our morning and afternoon game drives and nature walks
are not only your best chance to spot game, but to also witness stunning
the African dawn and sunset.
Tsavo in general and Finch Hatton's in particular are ideal for birdwatchers
where over 200 species have been recorded.
Tsavo
West is centrally located between Kenya's highlands and the beautiful
tropical beaches of the coast. It's then an ideal safari destination
for those also wishing to visit Kenya's Northern Parks and Reserves
or Indian Ocean beach resorts. |
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