Chyulu Hills National Park: Kenya Wildlife Safari Guide

The Chyulu Hills National Park is an attractive destination with verdant rolling hills of endless green and blue skies. It offers a spectacular landscape view of the Chyulu Hills that connects nature lovers to nature. This Park is famous for its extinct volcanoes with endless green and the Shetani Lava flow.

The top attractions in the area include the following:

  • Breathtaking views from the Chyulu Hills
  • Cave exploration
  • One campsite near the
  • Chyulu Hills National Park headquarters
  • Reptiles: Geckos, tortoises, lizards, Rock python, Black Mamba and Puff Adder
  • Insects: Butterflies, Tsetse fly and Dung Beetles
  • Wild Animals: Buffalo, Elephant, Leopards, Giraffes, Elephants, Giant Forest hogs, Bush pigs

Information Facts

  • The Chyulu Hills National Park is an attractive protected area covering 741 square kilometers
  • It is located in Makueni County in the Southeastern part of Kenya
  • Geographically, the national park is between the Amboseli National Park and the Tsavo West National Park.
  • The Park is under the Kenya Wildlife Service, KWS
  • Temperature ranges from 20 -30 Celsius
  • It experiences long rains between March to April and short rains from November to December
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Chyulu Hills National Park Safaris and Tours

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Available Activities in the Chyulu Hills National Park 

Here are all the exciting places to visit and things to see in the Park:

Horse Riding

For horse lovers, the park offers the perfect spot for horse riding. Set on a guided horseback safari, you get a natural and exciting game-viewing experience. After all, it is easy to navigate through more tracks compared to game drives. Also, the horse rides occur in beautiful sceneries, ensuring riders get an epic view of the famous Chyulu Hills.

Bird Watching & Bird Photography

The national park is among the most recognizable parks in Kenya, where you can go bird watching the entire year. You can spot numerous unusual bird species in the area. Migratory birds show up between November to April. With over 170 bird species, you are set to have a tremendous bird-watching and photography experience in the area.

Camping & Picnics

You can spend some time at the Chyulu campsite, 1km from the park’s gate. It is a public campsite with a capacity of 40 pax. The camp has shelter, toilets, water, and bathrooms with showers for a comfortable experience.

Wildlife Viewing & Photography

Chyulu Hills National Park is home to a variety of wild animals. It houses buffalos, elephants, leopards, giant forest hugs, giraffes, etc. Besides that, you get to enjoy an eventful game view with the beautiful scenery of the Chyulu hills.

Horse Riding

For horse lovers, the park offers the perfect spot for horse riding. Set on a guided horseback safari, you get a natural and exciting game-viewing experience. After all, it is easy to navigate through more tracks compared to game drives. Also, the horse rides occur in beautiful sceneries, ensuring riders get an epic view of the famous Chyulu Hills.

Mountain Climbing

Chyulu Hills National Park’s special feature is the numerous hills available throughout the park. If you are a big fan of mountain climbing, we recommend you visit the place. The hills are safe, with a breathtaking view. For an even better mountain climbing experience, it is best to have a tourist guide to assist you.

When is the Best Time to Visit the Chyulu Hills National Park?

Chyulu Hills is among the rare national parks you can visit all year round. However, the best time to visit Chyulu Park is during the dry season, between June and October, and from January to February. The roads are better at this time compared to the rainy seasons.

Also, going there during the dry season allows you to experience all the available activities. After all, horse riding, camping, game viewing, and mountain climbing are enjoyed most during the dry season.

Visiting during the rainy seasons (March to June and October to December) can be challenging due to slippery trails and unpredictable weather.

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Safety Guides & Tips 

  • The best time to visit the Chyulu Hills National Park is during the dry season, between June and October
  • Maintain a safe distance from the wild animals when you encounter them
  • It is perfect for people looking for a quieter experience with wild animals
  • Get a professional tour guide
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Popular Route to the Park

  • By Road: You can take two popular routes to the national park from Nairobi. By road, you need to travel through the Mombasa Road and turn right at Kibwezi. From there, you can drive to the Chyulu Hills. Another way is to enter the park from the Tsavo West National Park.
  • By Air: The Park has two airstrips, allowing you to fly for a luxury safari.

Where to Stay/ Accommodation Available in the Chyulu Hills National Park?

When traveling to the Chyulu Hills, you can stay at several spots. You can book a stay at the Kilaguni Serena Lodge and the Ol Donyo Lodge. If you want an outdoor experience, the park has a camping site. It has a capacity of 40 pax with camp facilities such as shelters, toilets, water, and bathrooms with showers.

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Chyulu Hills National Park FAQs

Horse riding, game viewing, bird watching, mountain climbing, site viewing, and camping. There are many fun activities to do in the area.

The best month for Safari in Kenya is between June and October. It is a dry period, allowing people to move comfortably from one tourist attraction to another.

The Chyulu Hills are 100 kilometers tall, making them a perfect spot for a safe mountain climbing experience.

You can find the Crested Guinea fowl, Helmeted Guinea fowl, Crested francolin, Hildebrandt’s Francolin, and Shelley’s Francolin.  

Chyulu Hills is approximately 4 hours from Nairobi, and you can travel between the two places by plane or road.

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