Basecamp Masai Mara:

Basecamp is a small, intimate camp built on the basic principles of ecotourism and environmental awareness. All water is recycled, and solar panels are used for heating and lighting. The camp features 16 spacious and luxurious tents, hidden away on a lush peninsula, in the midst of trees on the banks of the Talek River. Guests have their own veranda, a bathroom with a solar heated shower, located under the open sky, and an eco-toilet (which may not be acceptable to all guests). Guests can view wildlife from the comfort of their tent, the fig-tree platform, or while enjoying a drink in the open air bar. In the evening, there is also an opportunity to sit around the fire and listen to talks from the local Maasai tribe about their daily lives, which often leads to conversations and discussions among the guests.

Bateleur Camp:

This exclusive safari camp is the epitome of private tented luxury. Bateleur Camp is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and comprises just nine tented suites set among the forests on the edge of the Masai Mara. Lying at the base of the Olololo escarpment just below the spot where Out of Africa’s most famous scene was shot, this romantic and totally private camp reflects the ambience of Kenyan safaris of the 20s and 30s. The camp lies directly in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra and after a morning game drive, the pool offers relaxation during the heat of the day. Beautiful antiques adorn the comfortable lounge and in-door/outdoor dining area, conjuring a classic safari ambiance. Each of the spacious and luxuriously furnished tents has a private deck overlooking the vast game-filled plains of the Masai Mara, and service is rendered by a personal butler who attends to your every need.

Cottars Camp:

Cottars Camp is situated in an extensive and exclusive concession between the Masai Mara und der Serengeti. This area has been untouched by any kind of tourism or development and offers the discerning guest a guarantee of privacy. The camp accommodates up to twenty guests in authentic white canvas tents which are spacious and luxuriously furnished with original safari antiques from the 1920's; all tents have a private en suite dressing rooms and bathrooms with old-fashioned showers and flushing toilets, a main bedroom and an outdoor veranda with panoramic views. The camp transports the guest back to the original spirit and essence of 'safari' - an era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance.

Entim Camp:

Entim Camp is an exclusive tented camp accommodating just 10 guests in luxury and comfort. This small and intimate environment allows for very personalized service. Each of the tents has been located to provide guests with magnificent views of the plains or the Mara River, and they are each individually decorated to provide the ideal blend of color, texture and ambience. There is also a cozy lounge with a small bar and library. At Entim, you can experience the Masai Mara in style, enjoying the African night beside flickering candles, with a glass of wine and a spectacular view of a starlit sky. The dining area provides a romantic background for enjoying the delicious gourmet food, or you can choose to dine privately on your own secluded veranda. During the migration, Entim has a prime location, in the midst of wildebeest and zebra, and only ten minutes from the main location where the animals cross the river.

Karen Blixen Camp:

Karen Blixen Camp is situated on the border of the famous Masai Mara Reserve. Set on the bank of the Mara River, the location is spectacular, with the impressive escarpment and river in front of the camp, and the great Mara plains behind it. There are 22 spacious tents, located either on the riverbank or in a position to provide a magnificent view of the scenery. Each one is set on a large mahogany platform, with a private veranda where you can enjoy an afternoon siesta in the peaceful surroundings. The camp provides the ultimate in luxury “camping”. All tents have a private toilet and shower, and are furnished with style and comfort in mind. Camp facilities also include a restaurant, a bar, and a swimming pool. Wellness treatments are offered by the resident masseuse. And, situated in one of the most densely populated wildlife areas in the world, game viewing is never a disappointment. A night drive allows you to discover the area’s nocturnal species, under a brilliant African sky full of stars.

Kicheche:

Kicheche is a classic bush camp hidden in a grove of wild olive and croton trees, half an hour drive outside the Masai Mara Reserve. Unfenced and secluded, the camp impinges so little on the natural inhabitants of the Masai Mara reserve that animals wander through the grounds at any time. To ensure an intimate feel, a maximum of 22 guests are accomodated in the camp's eleven spacious ensuite tents. The majority of the tents are in secluded positions overlooking the plains and nearby hills, while others are closer together for families or friends. The camp offers a friendly and relaxing stay, with the hosts providing very personal attention to each guest.

Leleshwa Camp:

Leleshwa Camp is situated in the Siana Conservation Area. Because it is located outside of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, guests are not bound by reserve rules, and can experience bush walks and night game drives. The camp consists of 7 tents, each with either 2 single or 1 king-sized bed, with soft duvet bedding. If required, an extra canvas cot bed can be provided for children. The large tents are insect-proof and pleasantly furnished with thoughtful touches for your comfort. At night, hurricane lamps bathe the camp in a soft, warm light and Maasai warriors are on patrol to escort guests to and from their tents. The camp offers a variety of cuisines, prepared in a simple safari kitchen. Attached to the large dining tent is a comfortable lounge area, which houses the bar, and a small library where you can relax and read about the wildlife you have seen on game drives. Every night there’s a roaring campfire, where guests can relax under the expansive and beautiful African starlit sky, enjoying the sounds of the surrounding nocturnal wildlife.

Little Governors Camp:

Getting to the intimate and secluded Little Governors Camp is an adventure in itself. You first have to cross the Mara River by boat, then walk a short distance beneath the canopy of indegenous forest trees. The camp has just 17 tents tucked away around a large watering hole where animal and bird life abound. From every verandah the view changes constantly as different animals come to drink or graze. Beyond, the changing colours of the Olololo Ridge melt into the vast African sky. All tents are comfortable, tastefully furnished and lit with gas and kerosene lanterns or candles providing the old safari feel. Dinner is served in a communal setting, allowing for "the good natured rivalry of who saw what". As dusk falls, the flickering lights in the forest coupled with the Camp's exquisite and romantic setting cast a spell over all who visit.

Governors Camp:

Governors Camp nestles in the forest on a site which was originally reserved exclusively for the colonial governors of Kenya a century ago. Half of its 34 tents look out over the rolling golden grasslands of Africa's great plains, with views of herds of elephants, zebras and gazelles; the rest line the banks of the Mara River. From their private verandas guests can enjoy the wild splendours of Africa with animals grazing nearby and cheetahs hunting and share the authentic traditional safari atmosphere and dramatic landscape that magnetised adventurers across the world.

Mara Bushtops:

Mara Bushtops is an exclusive Safari camp set in the wildlife rich Masai Mara. It consists of 12 spacious luxury tents, each with its own private wooden deck which spans over 100 square meters. The rooms each have an en-suite bathroom plus an indoor and outside shower. Also provided is a telescope and outdoor sunken tub. Apart from the lounge with fireplace, the dining room serves a la carte menu and there is a butler at your service 24-hours. Available also is an infinity pool, wine cel-lar and library. Guests can engage in activities such as dinner in a boma, night game drives and walking safaris. You also have internet access & solar power. At Mara Bushtops, you step into a world where nature and contemporary comfort blend into one.Wander through a timeless space where natural wooden decking links the sun-drenched outdoors to cool interiors; where fine furnishings reflect the ele-gance of African culture; and where your luxury tent affords utter privacy, as close to nature as you can get.

Mara Serena Safari Lodge:

The Mara Serena Safari Lodge commands a prime location for the annual migration of the wildebeest and zebra. It is located high on hill above the Mara River with spectacular 360 degrees view of of the Mara Plains. The lodge's architectural style is inspired by the traditional Maasai cultural motif of a cluster of domed, mud-coloured huts encircled by a “Boma” of brushwood and complimented by ethnic decor which features a selection of Maasai art creating the look and feel of a traditional bush encampment. The relatively small rooms each have their own balcony and splendid views of the sweeping grasslands teeming with wildlife. The lodge has a fantastic pool with equally breathtaking views of the entire Mara Game Reserve.

Mara Siria Camp:

Mara Siria Camp has a great location on the Siria Escarpment, with dramatic views over the Masai Mara plains and the Mara River. The camp’s location provides wonderful views of the “natural world" below. There are 8 spacious and comfortable tents, each with their own private veranda. The camp is solar powered, and well integrated into the existing landscape, without harming the beauty of the natural wilderness. And, because Siria is located just outside the reserve boundary, guests can take bush walks with local Masai naturalists. You can also visit a local Masai community. In the evening, you can enjoy a drink as you watch the sunset from a hill overlooking the spectacular scenery, Mara River, or nearby Hippo Pool.

Naibor Camp:

With its combination of contemporary style, comfort and subtle bush colours, Naibor Camp comes close to what might be called a designer camp. The seven spacious tents with king-size beds of fig-wood and large sofas with soft cushions have an aura of rustic simplicity mixed with elegance and pose a challenge even to the most extreme wildlife enthusiast as they are a difficult-to-escape temptation to just relax. The main 'mess' tent overlooking the Talek River and beyond has cushions, rugs and sofas making it an ideal venue for relaxation and drinks before dinner. The camp is set in a grove of riverine forest on the banks of the Talek River within the Masai Mara Game Reserve. From this strategic location close to all the major Mara River crossing points, guests can view the wildebeest migration as well as a wide array of game all year round. Game viewing can also be done on foot or on mountain bikes outside the reserve.

Olonana:

Olonana is a small luxury camp harmonically nestled on the banks of the Mara River. Accomodation is offered in twelve double tents, all placed to offer maximum privacy and with a verandah where you can watch hippos frolicking just before heading out for their nightly grazing. Its beautifully decorated and furnished lounge area with a wooden outdoor deck overlooks the Mara River and is the setting for memorable open air breakfasts, lunches and dinners. In addition to big game viewing in the Masai Mara Reserve, visitors are offered a glimpse of the day-to-day lives of the Maasai people in the adjacent Maasai village.

Rekero Camp:

Rekero Tented Camp is a secluded haven of peace and tranquillity, providing a friendly welcome and an impressively personal service. Gerard and Rainee Beaton and Jackson Ole Looseyia, a Maasai from the local area and their safari crew cater for your needs. The standard of guiding is exceptional, as the professional Maasai safari guides seek isolated spots for game drives and ensure that guests experience wildlife without another soul to be seen. The camp’s wild riverside setting is at the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Being so close to both the Mara and Talek rivers, the camp provides guests with an ideal opportunity to view the annual migration crossings from the comfort of their armchair. Each of the seven tents has an uninterrupted view of the Talek riverbank, ensuite bathrooms with bucket showers and flush toilets and has small and tasteful finishing touches such as flowers, glass bottles for water and magazines. Dining is generally open air and in dinner party style with guests exchanging experiences and sights over a glass of wine. The chefs produce appetising 'farmhouse' meals while special dietary requirements can be catered for. The camp is unfenced meaning that during the night elephants, hippos and even leopards are known to wander amongst the tents.

Salas Camp:

Salas Camp is located on the convergence of two rivers close to the Tanzanian border. This secluded spot offers tranquillity and tremendous views along the Sand River towards the Serengeti. The camp is owner hosted and offers a very homely ambiance, impeccable service and fantastic food. During the Great Wildebeest Migration between July and October, Sala’s Camp is ideally located since many of the animals move back and forth from the Serengeti in search of lush grasslands in the Mara. The views from the camp during this time are exceptional as the migrating wilderbeest and zebra pass just opposite the camp on the other side of the Sand River. The mess tent extends onto an inviting 'lounging' area with an Arabian feel which is ideal for reading, relaxing and unwinding while enjoying the views. Accommodation is in seven spacious tents which have ensuite bathrooms with flush toilets and bucket showers. As an alternative to game drives, the more active guests can join in the daily afternoon volleyball match with the camp staff in the Sand River's dry bed - a more pristine and wild setting for a volleyball game is simply unimaginable.

Saruni:

Saruni is a deluxe and intimate lodge set in a private conservation area outside the Masai Mara National Reserve. With accomodation for only 12 guests in six spectacular cottages, it offers an experience which combines the elegance and safety of a permanent accommodation with the thrill of sleeping in close contact with nature and Saruni's equally luxurious fly camp Campi ya Tembo will bring you even closer to nature. The rooms are furnished with colonial antiques, Persian carpets and African art and the atmosphere at the camp is informal but elegant. Riccardo Origgio, owner and host of Saruni, is a fascinating person to exchange views of the world with and will make you feel like you are at home. A sundowner on the top of a windy hill while watching the brilliant hues of sunset and overlooking the entire Masai Mara provides you with divine memories. Or how about a candlelit dinner in the privacy of your verandah as a full moon lends a soft glow to the ‘cough cough’ of a leopard barely 10 feet away? Truly the stuff dreams are made of.

Serian Camp:

Serian is one of the few real bush homes in the Masai Mara, with a fantastic location blending into the surrounding vegetation in a secluded valley overlooking the Mara River. The lounge and dining area give a homely African feeling- almost albeit like being home away from home. There is a bed/coach for kids to drift off in sleep as the adults enjoy the company and stories of the other guests around the fire place in warm fuzzy cushions. The eight marquee tents are set in the shade of large trees well separated from each other and have their own little nature trails. The tents are furnished in rich warm textures mixed with natural hard woods. They are constructed of canvas and supported by hardwood poles with the interior walls and ceilings made from Kenyan canvas. The verandah is furnished with two comfortable chairs and a small table for drinks. The “bedroom” area is fitted with a king-size bed flanked by twin writing desks. The “bathroom” area includes a shower, soaking tub and separate toilet. The dressing area contains the cupboards with hanging space and twin basins. Hanging swathes of cotton and canvas walls provide complete privacy. Furniture is minimal and unobtrusive, mimicking the traditional safari camps of an earlier time. The experience at Serian is focused on viewing wildlife. In addition to game drives in the Masai Mara, the highly qualified guides of the camp lead game walks in the various group ranches bordering the Masai Mara. Other activities include: Fishing and Mountain Biking for both Children and adults. Enjoy intimate outdoor dining after an adventurous day in this amazing part of Africa.