Nestled on the outskirts of the savannah, beneath the cooling canopy of acacia trees, Encounter Mara is a charming 10-tent camp located within the Mara Naboisho Conservancy. This exclusive camp borders the renowned Masai Mara reserve, offering a prime location in southwest Kenya for an unforgettable safari experience
With its nine spacious tents, Naboisho Camp offers a comfortable and intimate safari experience. Located in a private conservancy adjacent to the Masai Mara National Reserve, it is renowned for its exceptional guiding and is considered one of the best camps for a safari in the Mara. Beyond traditional game drives, guests can explore the Mara on foot, embark on captivating night drives, or even enjoy a thrilling night of bush camping for a truly immersive safari adventure.
Rekero offers a prime location for witnessing the renowned Great Migration. Positioned alongside the Talek River in Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve, the camp is strategically situated near a key crossing point for the wildebeest during their epic annual journey. From the convenience of their riverside tents or the communal decks, guests can observe the spectacle of the wildebeest crossing and enjoy other remarkable wildlife sightings without having to leave the camp.
Immerse yourself in the ultimate African bush adventure at Tipilikwani Mara Camp. With its idyllic riverside location overlooking the magnificent Maasai Mara, this luxury camp offers a serene retreat where you can witness the awe-inspiring wildlife and vibrant Maasai culture. Experience thrilling game drives, encounter vast herds of animals, and engage with the welcoming Maasai community, all while enjoying the elegant and relaxed atmosphere of this exceptional camp.
Nestled in the heart of the Masai Mara, Mara Ngenche Safari Camp is a small, intimate, and luxurious camp that exudes elegance. Set in a stunning location within a picturesque ravine forest, the camp offers breathtaking views of the confluence of the Mara and Talek Rivers. From this vantage point, guests can marvel at the superb panorama while overlooking a lively hippo pool.
Basecamp Masai Mara offers a unique experience where guests transcend from being mere visitors to becoming integral members of the Maasai community. It goes beyond being just a travel destination; it becomes a true home away from home. Immerse yourself in the warmth of the hospitality as you gather around the crackling fireplace, sharing captivating stories and marvelling at the mesmerising night sky.
Nestled within the expansive 7608-acre private Olderkesi Conservancy, Cottar's 1920s Camp is an acclaimed and award-winning destination. Its prime location borders the renowned Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Tanzania Serengeti game reserve, known as the 'seventh' natural wonder of the world. Owned and operated by Africa's oldest and most esteemed safari family, the camp embraces a legacy of luxury, exceptional quality, and a return to the authentic spirit and essence of a true safari experience.
Cottar's Bush Villa is a celebrated luxury private villa, honored as Africa's Leading Luxury Private Villa in the 2016 World Travel Awards and globally recognized as an Eco-sphere Retreat. Nestled along the border of Maasai Mara and Serengeti game reserves, it now stands among the prestigious '7 Wonders of the World'. With a private 25-meter swimming pool, impeccable service, and an abundance of wildlife, guests can enjoy an unforgettable and exclusive safari experience in a luxurious and elegant setting.
Perched on an escarpment, Eagle View offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Koiyaki Plains, a natural salt lick, and a watering hole, presenting an ideal hunting ground for predators and offering unparalleled perspectives for observing wildlife. As a modern eco-camp, we invite you to embrace the future of sustainable tourism while enjoying the splendour of this remarkable setting.
Elewana Sand River Masai Mara is a picturesque camp nestled along the banks of the river from which it derives its name. Located within Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve, it offers a secluded and breathtaking setting. The camp provides stunning views of the Sand River, as well as the surrounding grassy hills and plains of Tanzania.
Governor’s Camp is an original tented camp in the Maasai Mara and Africa’s first tented camp. Governor’s Camp has been described as one of the best spots in the Mara to watch and experience the Great Migration and was made famous by BBC’s revolutionary and famous wildlife series, Big Cat Diaries. Nestled in the riverine forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, its waters are teeming with bird-life, hippo and crocodile. It is perfect for couples, families and friends wanting to experience the best of what a safari in the Masai Mara has.
Little Governors' is a charming and intimate safari camp, nestled around a bustling watering hole that attracts a variety of birds and wildlife. Accessible via a picturesque boat ride and guided walk through the riverine forest, the camp offers a serene and undisturbed setting. With 17 luxury en-suite tents featuring spacious wooden decks, guests can relish in the captivating game activity and breathtaking views of the watering hole.
Governors' Il Moran is a small and luxurious camp located by the Mara River. With only ten tents nestled among ancient trees, guests can enjoy an intimate experience surrounded by wildlife such as hippos, elephants, hyenas, and lions.
Governor’s private camp is available for the private use of individual groups who want an exclusive taste of the Governors’ experience. Enhancing and completing the Governors’ Camp Collection of properties in the Masai Mara. The forest around the camp is home to many beautiful birds from rare Trogons and Turacos to nesting Hornbills. Governors’ Private Camp can be booked by individual clients, or by one family or small party, who want the exclusivity of a private safari camp without the daunting costs normally associated with this degree of luxury.
Mara Plains Camp is a truly unique camp situated in the exclusive Olare Motorogi Conservancy, spanning 13,300 hectares and adjacent to the northern boundary of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. This intimate camp, recognized as one of Kenya's three prestigious Relais & Chateaux properties alongside its sister properties Ol Donyo Lodge and Mara Nyika Camp, seamlessly combines exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities with unparalleled safari hospitality and expert guiding services.
Mara Nyika, located in the 20,000-hectare Naboisho Conservancy, offers guests the opportunity to explore the conservancy and Maasai Mara Reserve. By staying at Mara Nyika, guests support over 500 Maasai families through conservation fees, contributing to wildlife conservation in the area.
Mara Toto Camp is nestled in a picturesque location along the Ntiakitiak River, where the dense forest converges with the vast savannah. Located just a short distance from its sister camp, Mara Plains, Mara Toto offers a captivating homage to the bygone era of Africa's original explorers, designed to captivate those seeking the romance of East Africa's safari heritage. This unique camp provides guests with the perfect balance between the exhilarating wildlife encounters of the Maasai Mara ecosystem and the tranquil seclusion of the expansive 28,000-hectare Mara North Conservancy.
Mara Expedition Camp offers a captivating journey into the past, inspired by the designs of Africa's earliest explorers. It caters to those seeking the charm and allure of East Africa's romantic safari era. At this camp, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the excitement of the Maasai Mara ecosystem while also enjoying the tranquility of the expansive 28,000-hectare Mara North Conservancy.
Karen Blixen Camp is a luxurious and eco-friendly safari camp that captures the essence of the adventurous explorer era, when the savannah was rarely explored and lavish camps offered a comfortable and stylish haven after each day's escapades. The camp features spacious canvas tents, exquisitely positioned to provide uninterrupted views of the Mara River. On a raised wooden deck, guests can enjoy the elegant restaurant, reception area, lounge, bar, and gift shop, all adorned with meticulously crafted replicas of Karen Blixen's personal furniture, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Kicheche Mara Camp is a hidden wilderness retreat, tucked away in a beautiful valley within the Mara North Conservancy. This classic tented camp offers a serene and secluded setting, with luxury tents laid out alongside a seasonal stream, allowing guests to observe resident birdlife and plains game.
Kicheche Valley, located in acacia woodlands in a secluded valley of the Naboisho Conservancy, is an intimate luxury tented camp. The six luxurious tents built in a unique style incorporating high eco-standards, are set on platforms and provide the perfect base to see the stunning wildlife and wilderness. With its high concentration of wildlife and low tourism density, visitors to the Mara Naboisho Conservancy enjoy exceptional wildlife encounters during the day and night.
Kicheche Bush Camp is located in a superb wildlife area in Olare Motorogi Conservancy bordering the Masai Mara Reserve. The game viewing is first class and the exclusivity of the Conservancy ensures a high quality African safari and Kenya holiday experience with low density tourism. Game drives start right from the camp itself and it is the ideal location to witness the annual wildebeest migration.
Nestled in a secluded valley, Leopard Hill camp offers a serene and picturesque setting with magnificent views of the historically and culturally significant Masai Mara Fig Trees and wildlife-rich watering holes. The camp's unique charm lies in its proximity to the legendary Double Fig Tree, split in two by lightning in the 1950s, which now stands as a symbol of its rich history.
Naibor Camp is a stylish and contemporary tented camp in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. All seven of the large luxury tents have a private 10 foot veranda complete with day beds and private dining areas and the en suite bathrooms all have flushing toilets and safari shower, filled daily with hot water on request. The tents nestle amongst a riverine forest and are spaced so that each has a unique view of the surrounding bush and wildlife.
Established 12 years ago in a stunning corner of the Masai Mara, Naibor Camps was initially designed and created by the well-renowned lodge and camp architect Anthony Russell. With a dedicated professional team of staff all extending warm hospitality, Naibor Camps has been privileged to welcome discerning guests from around the world. Naibor Camps proudly supports and involves nearby Masai communities, employing many of their staff from neighbouring towns and villages.
Naibor Wilderness is tucked away amidst a dense grove of woodland on the banks of the hippo-bearing Talek River. Naibor Wilderness offers guests the most charmed and romantic of bush existences, that of the pioneering hunters and explorers who first ventured into the Mara Plains, living an adventure but never far from the most extravagant of colonial luxury. Hosting only six guests at any one time, Naibor Wilderness is small, private and personal. This allows for levels of service and hospitality that are exceptional, even in a country famed for precisely those two qualities. Whilst maintaining its guests’ privacy from its larger sister-camps, Naibor Wilderness enjoys the best of both worlds. Sharing the same stunning location and access to all their facilities, including a library, a bush spa, and once-in-a-lifetime sunrise balloon safaris.
Offbeat Mara undeniably offers an unparalleled wildlife viewing experience in the Masai Mara. With its renowned Offbeat Pride of lions consistently found near the camp, their majestic roars echo through the Offbeat Valley. The camp also boasts frequent sightings of cheetahs, leopards, and an array of big and small game, making it unnecessary to seek wildlife encounters elsewhere
Offering stunning views across the Offbeat Valley each well-appointed luxury double safari tent has a veranda, sitting room, bedroom and shower room with fully plumbed hot and cold running water. Our beautifully designed Mess Tent offers delicious homemade delights, plenty of ice-cold drinks and a campfire for many a safari tale. Down on our secret island lunches can be enjoyed under the shade of ancient Sycamore Fig trees whilst the Olare Orok River bubbles past. The traditional top-class Offbeat Service will make for your dream safari.
At Olarro, your desire for luxury and private safari experiences will be abundantly fulfilled. Nestled within the captivating Masai Mara region, our all-inclusive luxury lodge retreats offer an exclusive opportunity to immerse yourself in the wildest aspects of Kenya. With two distinct lodges to choose from, Olarro presents a selection between a secluded hilltop sanctuary and a meticulously designed lodge that provides uninterrupted views of the vast savannah. While each lavish retreat offers a unique perspective, both ensure privileged vistas of the African safari
Perched in a location carefully chosen for its uninterrupted panoramic views, Olarro Plains immerses you in the untamed beauty of Kenya. Nature's raw magnificence unfolds effortlessly before your eyes, as this open and spacious luxury lodge seamlessly blends with the surrounding safari spectacle.
Saruni Mara is a small, luxury lodge situated in the pristine wilderness of the Mara North Conservancy, offering an exclusive and intimate safari experience. With its five elegant cottages, one family villa, and one private villa, guests can enjoy privacy and personalized service amidst the captivating beauty of the Masai Mara. The lodge's privileged location provides direct access to the renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, allowing for remarkable wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes.
Nestled in the heart of the Masai Mara plains, Saruni Wild is a luxurious tented camp that effortlessly combines wildness and classic safari elegance. With its prime location on the border between Lemek and Mara North conservancies, guests are immersed in a pristine wilderness teeming with wildlife. The camp offers an authentic Masai Mara experience, where guests can witness wildlife in their natural habitat right from the comfort of their tents. The expansive views, enchanting fire-lit meals under the African sky, and expertly guided game drives led by Masai warriors ensure an unforgettable safari adventure.
Perched atop the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge stands as one of the pioneering safari lodges within the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Its early establishment is evident in the lushness and maturity of its gardens and trees. Embracing the architectural heritage of Africa, the lodge showcases traditional round houses with conical roofs, gracefully extending along the hillside. At the heart of this layout, you'll find the grand public area buildings and a generously-sized swimming pool, adding to the lodge's impressive charm.
Sala's Camp provides an extraordinary and personalised safari experience, offering spacious and comfortable accommodations with breathtaking views. With seven luxury tents nestled along the Sand River, guests can enjoy the blend of classic safari charm and modern amenities, including private plunge pools and glass-fronted tents.
Ol Seki Hemingways Mara is situated in the heart of the Naboisho Conservancy, which shares a border with the Maasai Mara Reserve. The conservancy strictly permits access only to clients who are staying within its premises, ensuring a remarkably private safari experience. With a selection of nine exclusive tents, they have the pleasure of accommodating you while you relish breathtaking views and immerse yourself in the serene surroundings.
Sarova Mara Game Camp is situated in the heart of Kenya’s richest wildlife sanctuary, the Maasai Mara game reserve. The rolling plains around the camp are teeming with wildebeest, gazelles and zebras during the migration months. A wildlife safari in this location puts you right in the middle of the action. The camp offers an unparalleled plethora of activities and experiences from luxury tented living to bird-watching, mini golf, sport fishing and a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village.
Welcome to Seringet Mara Camp, nestled at the meeting point of the Mara and Talek Rivers. Set in the heart of the Maasai Mara, this exclusive camp offers front-row seats to one of the most breathtaking wildlife spectacles on earth – the Great Migration. Surrounded by rich savannah and endless skies, Seringet Mara Camp combines the raw beauty of the wild with understated luxury. Each spacious tent is tastefully furnished to offer comfort, privacy, and stunning views – often right from your bed. Whether it's lions stalking the plains or wildebeest crossing the rivers, unforgettable sightings begin just outside your tent. After a day of adventure, return to gourmet meals crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Dine beneath the stars or in our welcoming dining area, where every meal is paired with warm hospitality and personalized service. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or on your first safari, Seringet Mara Camp offers an intimate, immersive, and unforgettable journey into Africa’s wild heart.
Such a warm cozy place- the staff especially almost make you want to never leave the place. The Decor, paintings and bathtub in each room is breathtaking. Special thanks to Nadja (thanks for the exceptional service), David(who also made us laugh a lot- never a dull moment & full of memorable surprises)!
Discover the authentic essence of Africa with Zebra Plains Collection, featuring two luxurious safari tented camps nestled in premier safari destinations in East Africa. With over 14 years of expertise in safari guiding and lodge management, the Kenyan owner ensures an exceptional experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Maasai People, as both camps are located in protected areas where this famous tribe resides. Experience personalized service from our dedicated Maasai staff, who make up over 90% of our team, and embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Africa's wilderness
As a small intimate camp, Kandili offers complete immersion into one of the most incredible ecosystems in the world. The camp is surrounded by a wide variety of animals that walk freely between the tents with all tents having a private verandah, en-suite bathrooms with flushing loos, and showers with hot and cold running water. Each tent has its own charging units. With only 11 spacious luxury tents in total, there is plenty of space and choice for everyone. Breakfasts and dinners can be arranged on your outside private veranda if you would prefer not to eat with other guests in the dining area. A lounge and mess make up the central areas of the camp. The main lounge and dining area consists of a small library and bar where you can relax and enjoy sundowners with exquisite views.
The breathtaking landscapes of Masai Mara National Reserve, uninterrupted views of the Mara River and a design inspired by a traditional Maasai Manyatta set Mara Serena Safari Lodge as an unforgettable destination for safari holidays. Being the only lodge located within the famed Mara Triangle, arguably one of the best wildlife destinations in the world, Mara Serena Safari Lodge boasts an exceptional location from which to access the magic of the Mara. Just minutes from the lodge gate, find yourself on an awe-inspiring game drive with an excellent chance of spotting The Big Five amongst all the other wildlife and birdlife the park has to offer - including the annual wildebeest migration. Merging Africa’s untamed beauty and modern sophistication, Mara Serena Safari Lodge’s rooms are arranged with one slightly in front of its neighbour, allowing for uninterrupted, sweeping river and savannah views from every room and its private balcony. Spend the heat of the day relaxing by the beautiful pool - still with incredible views - with a cold drink in hand and see what animals you can spot roaming the plains far down below as you prepare for an afternoon game drive. With the Mara Serena Safari Lodge’s excellent restaurant catering to all tastes and guests being offered both lodge game drive or self-drives, the Mara Serena Safari Lodge provides a tailor-made safari experience like no other.
Jambo! Welcome to Emboo, the new generation of safari camps for all new generations of explorers. Right in the pulse of the Maasai Mara, Emboo is the playground for the curious and the bold who want to dive into nature without sacrificing comfort or the planet's wellbeing. Here, the magic of wildlife, the warmth of the local culture and the freshness of farm-picked meals come together, all powered by green technologies. We blend the thrill of the wild with modern comfort, ensuring every adventure brings both fun and reflection. From electric & silent safaris under the vast African sky to laughter shared around a crackling fire, we’re all about those lasting impressions and the kind of memories that stick with you for life. At Emboo, life is about being close to nature, having fun, and taking care of our planet all at once. Emboo, it’s in our nature.
The Swahili word “Amani” originates from Arabic meaning peace, desires, wishes, aspirations. Amani Mara is an eco-conscious luxury safari oasis nestled in Kenya’s world-renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Favoured by an unbeatable location, Amani Mara resides in a tranquil area known as Olare Orok within the greater Maasai Mara ecosystem, only 5km from Maasai Mara National Reserve. Such unique positioning right outside of the reserve allows for more activities such as nature walks, night game drives, bush dinners and elaborate sundowners.
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