Name it the "Untamed wilderness, secluded splendor" located 420 kms from Nairobi. Access is via tarmac road to Kitale, through murram road then to Mt.Elgon.
PARK GATES
- Chorlim (main gate)
- Kassawai
- Kiptogot
- Kimothon
SIZE / LOCATION
196 km2 in the western border of Kenya and ugandah Uganda, in Trans-nzoia District
CLIMATE
The climate is moist to moderate dry.
SAFARI CARD REQUIRED?
Entry is by cash
MAJOR ATTRACTIONS
- Game Viewing around the Mountain
- Birdwatching
- Viewing the mountainCaves
- Salt Mining Elephants of Kitum Cave
- Spectacular Waterfall
WILDLIFE
Elephant, leopard, giant forest hog, bushbuck,duiker, blue monkeys and golden cat, buffalo black and white colobus among others.
BIRDS
340 bird species have been recorded- 110 forest specialist and 230 are forest dependent.
ACTIVITY OPTIONS
- Picnicking
- Camping
- Birdwatching
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
Drinking water, binoculars, camera, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, walking boots, warm clothing, training shoes, socks, sandals and gaiters.