Chaimu Crater
A young scoria cone in western Tsavo. A path leads up to the rim, where you can look out over the lava fields and grassland.
Chaimu Crater is a small volcanic cone built of black scoria near Kilaguni Lodge. It formed at roughly the same time as the Shetani Lava Flow. A gravel path climbs to the rim, where you can overlook the surrounding lava fields, grassland and, in the distance, the Chyulu Hills. The climb takes about 30 to 45 minutes, and the loose surface is slippery. Watch out for wildlife when walking in the park, and it's best to go with a guide or ranger.
Opening hours
06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Roaring Rocks
- Kilaguni Lodge Waterhole
- Mzima Springs
- Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary
- Shetani Lava Flow
- Poacher's Lookout
- Tsavo River Railway Bridge
- Tsavo West National Park