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Masai Mara National Reserve

One of the world's most enthralling wildlife theatres. The reserve plays host to countless species, including the 'big five' (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) and the incredible spectacle of the annual wildebeest migration.

The Reserve borders Tanzania and is the prime place to view the famous wildebeest migration. The Mara River running north to south through the reserve separates the west from the east. The area has an amazing concentration of wildlife, particularly when the migratory wildebeest and zebras are grazing on the lush plains from June to October.

Surrounding the Masai Mara National Reserve are a number of private conservancies of varying sizes owned by Masai communities. Some of the conservancies place limits on the number of beds and restrict access to only guests of the lodges and camps. The Masai Mara makes for an amazing holiday or honeymoon.

Keekorok Lodge

Masai Mara National Reserve

This lodge was the first of its kind to be built in Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve. It offers top class comfort and luxury, yet still retains its intrinsic years of history, tradition, character and charm.

Mara Intrepids Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve

Sitting above a sweeping bend in the Talek River, at the convergence of the Masai Mara's four game viewing areas, the camp enjoys one of the most spectacular locations in the world's best-known wilderness.

Mara Explorer Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve

This exclusive camp, the ultimate wilderness retreat, where, from the privacy of the verandah, or from the outdoor Victorian bathtub, elephants and giraffes can be seen drinking at the river.

Governors Main Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve

The setting is magical. So much so that almost a century ago it was reserved, exclusively, for Kenya's colonial Governors and their royal visitors. The camp is nestled along the winding banks of the Mara River.

Little Governors Camp

Masai Mara - Mara Triangle

Intimate in character, Little Governors Camp is built around a small watering hole that is teeming with birds and wildlife. The camp is reached by boat and offers an exquisite, romantic setting which has a serenity and atmosphere all of its own.

Governors Il Moran Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve

This camp, with its added touches that make it top of the range safari accommodation, is for those who are seeking that extra bit of luxury. The camp has the atmosphere of an original hunting camp.

Mara Sopa Lodge

Masai Mara area

This lodge has been sympathetically built in traditional Masai style and its location provides ample opportunity for game viewing within the park The forested slopes of the Ngama Hills provide one of the more likely places to view black rhino.

Mara Simba Lodge

Masai Mara area

Overlooking a dramatic bend on the banks of the Talek River, a tributary of the Mara River, the lodge gently blends into the surrounding wilderness. It was conceived with an emphasis on exclusivity and comfort.

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve

This camp offers luxurious tented accommodation in an area world renowned for its annual wildebeest migration, whilst also being home to the big five. Sarova Mara Game Camp is set on an elevation surrounded by two streams.

Mara Bushtops Camp

Masai Mara - Bushtops Conservancy

Raised above the plains for spectacular views, and combining the tranquillity of a supremely luxurious camp with the adventure of its location, Mara Bushtops is one of the finest additions to the Mara.

Ol Seki Hemingway’s Camp

Masai Mara area

This oasis of beautifully designed safari tents is nestled amongst cordia and acacia trees, located in a gorgeous wilderness area teeming with game, and enjoys panoramic views of the plains.

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Masai Mara area

A convenient base from which to discover the Masai Mara. The camp is positioned on the banks of an ox-bow bend in the Mara River, so that all tents have a view of the hippo and crocodile filled river.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo

Masai Mara - Mara Triangle

This superior safari lodge overlooks the plains of the Masai Mara and lies directly in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra. Explore the Masai Mara's 'big five' territory on morning and afternoon game drives.

Karen Blixen Camp

Masai Mara - Mara North Conservancy

Offering an authentic 'yesteryear' experience for visitors wishing to gain that little extra from their safari. Set on the banks of the Mara River where zebras, elephants and hippos come to drink throughout the day.

Porini Mara Camp

Masai Mara - Ol Kinyei Conservancy

This small camp offers tented accommodation for a more 'real' safari experience. Set in pristine wilderness with savannah plains, riverine forest, springs, streams and rivers, rolling hills and great views across the Mara.

Porini Lion Camp

Masai Mara - Olare Orok Conservancy

This eco-friendly camp is located in an exclusive 20,000-acre conservancy. There are no minibuses allowed and the number of vehicles are controlled, giving you an authentic safari experience, away from the crowds.

Royal Mara Safari Lodge

Masai Mara - Mara North Conservancy

The superb Royal Mara Safari Lodge, in a spectacular location just outside the Masai Mara Game Reserve, in Koyiaki Group Ranch, is directly on the wildebeest migration route, near the two most famous Mara River crossing points.

Tipilikwani Mara Camp

Masai Mara area

Overlooking the vastness of the Masai Mara plains from the banks of the River Talek is an exclusive, intimate, yet vibrant camp of luxuriously appointed riverfront tents. The camp exudes warm and rich colours of Africa.

Mara Serena Lodge

Masai Mara - Mara Triangle

The Serena Lodge is set high on a bush-cloaked hill, embraced by arcing vistas and washed by a sea of richly rolling grasslands. The lodge stands centre-stage to one of Africa's most dramatic wildlife arenas.

Classic lodge in path of migration

Great family option

Home of BBC ‘Big Cat

Diaries’

Staff favourite

Stunning camp with huge

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Limited vehicle numbers

Eco-friendly, natural

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Surrounded by river on three

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Stunning views on

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Ashnil Mara Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve

Welcome to Ashnil Mara Camp, perfectly positioned at the confluence of the Mara and Olkeju Rivers in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This camp offers discerning travellers 44 superb tents which sit alongside the riverbank.

Impressive tents in superb setting