Bateleur Camp

The effortlessly elegant Bateleur Camp is set amongst the forests on the edge of the Masai Mara, adjacent to the area in which many of the scenes from the film Out of Africa were filmed.

Echoeing this theme, the camp has been styled to suggest the opulence and luxury of the early safaris of the so-called ‘white hunters’ such as Denys Finch Hatton and Baron Bror Blixen, who considered it imperative that their safari camps feature silver service, cut crystal, butlers, fine wines and excellent cuisine.

Location
The Masai Mara is 270 miles from Nairobi (five hours by road).

All weather air strip – less than an hour from Nairobi by plane. The camp itself is is directly in the path of famous annual migration of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara.

Accommodation
The camp offers nine luxury tents. Each with a thatched roof, private veranda, ensuite bathroom (with hot and cold running water and twin basins), ceiling fans, safe, hairdryer and antique writing desk.

The beds are large and luxurious and presented with crisp white linen, and each tent has its own butler service.

At night, the winding paths between the widely-spaced tents are lit by hurricane lanterns imparting a uniquely magical feel to the camp.

Dining & Bars
The lounge is presented in time-honoured safari style with leather sofas, polished hard woods, natural rugs and a fascinating assortment of safari bric-a-brac. There is also a safari library.

The camp prides itself on the excellence of both its cuisine and its wine cellar. Meals can also be taken out in the bush, while ‘sundowners’ are taken on the veranda as the sun goes down over the rolling plains.

After dinner, port and cigars can be enjoyed in front of the open fire.

Attractions
:: Night game drives on private Maasai land.
:: Guided walks
:: Visits to Maasai communities.
:: Daily scheduled flights from Wilson Airport, Nairobi
:: Hot air ballooning available

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Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Kichwa Tembo (meaning ‘the elephant’s head) is a large and well-maintained tented camp just outside the Masai Mara National Reserve to the northwest.

Overlooking endless, game-filled plains and shaded by dense forest canopy, Kichwa Tembo nestles below the Oloololo Escarpment on the western boundary of the Masai Mara reserve.

Most of the camp faces onto rolling lawns with dramatic circular cactus gardens.

Beyond, are the wide open vistas of the Mara savanna. One of the Mara’s largest tented camps with 45 well-appointed tents, Kichwa Tembo also offers six rondavels (circular chalets) for those who prefer to seep behind walls. There is a central lounge area with long views over the rolling grounds.

Location
The Masai Mara is 270 miles from Nairobi (five hours by road).

Accommodation
The camp has 45 well-appointed ensuite tents and six ‘Rondavel’ (circular stone-built) rooms.

All the spacious tents have private views from their verandas; some looking over the plains, others over a secluded forest area that is alive with birds and monkeys. The elephant theme is reflected in the décor.

Dining & Bars
The extensive central dining room offers long views over the savannah while the cuisine is both international and local. Afternoon tea and sandwiches are served in the circular thatched lounge.

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Saruni Camp

Saruni Camp is a luxury tented lodge, which is set in the midst of a private conservancy, which lies just beyond the boundaries of the national Reserve.

Located in a valley, just north of the fame-rich Aitong district, it lies at the heart of a pristine wilderness.

The camp accommodates only 12 guests, who are accommodated in six spectacular cottages, each with ensuite bathrooms and panoramic verandahs.

Presented in traditional safari style, the rooms and central dining and bar areas feature antiques, persian carpets, cultural artifacts and treasures from the collection of its owners, Riccardo Orizio and Pia-Sophie Woo.

Run in cooperation with the local Maasai community, the camp also abides by ecological principles when it comes to use of solar power and recyling.

Not only do the local Maasai community participate in the running of the camp, acting as guides, waiters, cooks and attendants, but they also benefit from the proceeds of the enterprise – thus enabling them to enhance their own standard of life.

Location
The Camp is located in a private conservation area just outside the famous Masai Mara Reserve. Koiyaki Group Ranch lies in the north of the Mara, which is 270 miles from Nairobi (five hours by road: one hour by plane).

Accommodation & Dining
The atmosphere of the camp is informal but elegant.

Each cottage has hot and cold running water, 220-volt electricity, elegant Italian bathroom fittings, polished wooden floors, and large bathrooms with canvas fronts that can be opened to offer you an amazing “shower with a view”.

Décor is unique to each cottage and from the large verandahs one can enjoy a unique view of the Mara plains and watch the many wild animals that come to the nearby waterhole. The camp offers its own private spa treatment centre, the “Masai Well-Being Space”.

Campi ya Tembo – 3 double tents, is Saruni’s private tented camp and is located at 10 km from the main lodge.

The fly camp offers guests a chance to experience the Masai Mara from the inside of a tent.

Dining & Bars
The menus as Saruni differ daily, all are home-cooked, some are served in the dining area, some in the bush during game drives. The cost of local beverages is included in the room rate.

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Sanctuary Olonana Camp

This small and exclusive camp, the first of Sanctuary’s luxury safari properties, was built along sustainable lines which, along with our innovative wetlands and tree-planting projects, have earned Sanctuary Olonana a gold award from Ecotourism Kenya.

Game drives, cultural visits, bush dinners, sundowners, scenic flights and balloon rides, Olonana makes for a wonderful African safari.

Accommodation & Dining
Built on the banks of the Mara River, the 14 canvas tents at Sanctuary Olonana are extremely comfortable and spacious. All have parquet floors, four-poster beds and private verandas overlooking the river.

See, and hear, the family of noisy hippos who colonise the banks below the camp. The camp has a library, a pool and even an organic garden where much of the food served in camp is grown.

Relax with a good book in the library, cool off in the pool, and later on in the afternoon enjoy an elegant high tea of irresistible cakes, pastries and scones. And for an extra special treat, experience traditional African remedies alongside French marine therapies in the mini-spa.

Activities
– Nature Walks
– Cultural visit to Maasai Village
– Sundowners
– Bush breakfast, picnics & dinner
– Visit to a school.

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Little Governor’s Camp

The first tented camp to be established in the Masai Mara, Governors’ Camp stands on the banks of the famous Mara River. First opened in 1972, it stands on the site of Teddy Roosevelt’s camp, where he entertained aristocracy, stars and royalty.

Popular with American visitors, the camp now offers two additional camps, ‘Little Governors’ and ‘Private Governors’.

Specialists in providing both luxury and comfort whilst retaining the authentic flavour of true safari life, Governors’ is not fenced, thus the animals are free to wander close or even into the camp.

Location
The Masai Mara is 270 miles from Nairobi (five hours by road).

Little Governors’ Camp is reached via boat across the Mara River. Standing in a glade it offers 17 tents curved around the edge of a wetlands area which attracts many birds and animals.

Accommodation
The Camp offers 30 twin bedded tents and 8 double tents each with private verandah and shower room.

There is also a private and secluded honeymoon tent.

Each tent has a covered outdoor veranda with two safari chairs and a small table. Simple tent furnishings include twin beds, a wardrobe rack a desk and safari chairs.

None of the camps uses electricity to light the tents, candles and lanterns are provided. All the tents have private tented bathrooms (with flush WC and hot showers), some have bidets.

Dining & Bars
Governors’ prides itself on the high quality of its cuisine and retains a French Chef. The Private Camp has its own executive chef and meals are planned exactly to the specifications of the clients.

Meals are served on a timbered deck overlooking the river. At night the area is lit by lanterns in true safari style. There is a comfortable and well-stocked bar.

What to See and Do
– Walking safaris
– Fishing – Lake Victoria and Governors’ Mfangano Island Camp is 40 min plane ride – you may fish for Nile Perch – the birding is also very good
– Picnic lunches
– Art Gallery displaying works of local artists
– Special bush dinners and sunset cocktail parties provided on request
– Shop

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Cottars Camp

Cottars 1920s Camp is located on 22,000 acres of private land within the Masai Mara National Reserve.

The Cottar safari tradition, which was established in 1919 when members of the European aristocracy flocked to East Africa in search of ‘big game, remains unchanged.

Nearly 90 years, this originally family-run camp continues to provide an unparalleled safari experience for the truly discerning clients.

Cottars excel in the provision of the original essence of ‘safari’, while the camp is reminiscent of a bygone era of romance, adventure and unparalleled elegance.

Extending an era of luxury and quality, Cottars return their guests to the original spirit and essence of ‘safari’. The camp is reminiscent of a golden era – an era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance.

Location
The camp is located in the south-east Masai Mara National Reserve – 270 kms from Nairobi, bordering the Serengeti and Loliondo reserves. Located in an untouched exclusive private concession, the site guarantees privacy and an abundance of wildlife.

Accommodation & Dining
Luxury accommodation includes seven stylish and spacious white canvas tents as well as a family/honeymoon tent. Each tent is luxuriously finished with safari antiques from the 1920s and includes a veranda, dressing room and an en suite bathroom with shower and flush wc.

Included in the rate is: full Board accommodation, soft drinks, Beer, house wines and non-luxury spirits, Day & Night Game Drives, Guided Bush Walks, Transfers to Cultural Visits (The actual cultural visit will incur an extra fee), Bush Meals, Sundowners, bush spa treatments, transfers.

Dining & Bars
All meals are served in the elegant dining area with full sliver service. The Cottars dining experience is true to the 1920’s ambience and features elegant cuisine, crystal glass, white napiery and silver service. The staff wear traditional white tunics and fez.

There is also a tented library and reading room. (Soft drinks, beer, house wines and non-luxury spirits are included in the room rates. Champagne, special wines and luxury spirits are additional).

River Swimming & Fishing
Guests can enjoy swimming and fishing in the rivers of the reserve.

Maasai En’kaang
To experience the true Maasai culture, we offer a visit to a traditional Maasai village or En’kaang.

Here guests will be given a traditional Maasai welcome (with dance and song), experience a unique insight into the Maasai lifestyle, learn more about Maasai handicrafts (beading and leatherwork) and have the opportunity to purchase Maasai artifacts direct from those who make them.

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Mara Serena Lodge

Secreted deep within the Masai Mara National Reserve, the Mara Serena Safari Lodge is the ultimate safari destination.

Set high on a bush-cloaked hill, embraced by arcing vistas and washed by a sea of richly rolling grasslands, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife arenas and has a ringside seat for the greatest wildlife show on Earth, the legendary migration of the wildebeest.

Styled to mirror the circular motif of a traditional Maasai ‘Manyatta’, the lodge has been designed to blend international sophistication with raw African beauty.

Location
The Masai Mara is 170 miles from Nairobi. The lodge also has its own landing strip.

Accommodation
The lodge offers: 73 Standard rooms, 1 Presidential Suite, 20 double rooms with king-sized beds, 56 twin bedrooms and 5 pairs of connecting rooms. Triple rooms can be requested.

Services include: The all-time favourite, Breakfast by the Hippo Pool, a range of bush dinners, game-drive breakfasts, sundowners at one of the Mara’s many vantage points, private picnics, lunch boxes and specialist cultural entertainments.

Express check-in/out. Full housekeeping services (laundry, valet, babysitting, children’s menus/dining shoeshine etc).Full medical back-up and emergency evacuation facilities. Extensively stocked Africana Gift Shop. Beauty treatments, massage and hairdressing.

Dining & Bars
The traditional safari-styled dining room overlooks the Lodge’s action-packed water hole and features a vibrant bar area, a relaxed candlelit atmosphere and menu choices that include a broad selection of imaginative and traditional safari favourites.

Conference & Event Facilities
The Mara Serena Safari Lodge Business/Entertainment Facilities: State-of-the-art presentation facilities To include: A full selection of projection TV, screen, video, video conferencing and audiovisual equipment.

Special Occasions
:: Individually themed menus
:: Bush dinners, starlit bars, Maasai feasts, and poolside cocktails
:: Entertaining under canvas – with campfires, hurricane lamps and safari cuisine.
:: Champagne sundowners on the hilltop of your choice
:: Live music, vivid cultural entertainment
:: Dancing – inside or under the stars
:: Floral decorations or culturally/colour coordinated style themes
:: Individually styled guest gifts

Other Activities
:: Morning bird walks with our resident naturalist
:: Nature trails
:: Participation in the Mara Eco Programme
:: Visits to a traditional Maasai Manyatta
:: Wildlife and cultural talks, videos and film shows
:: Tribal dancing displays nightly
::: Sundowners’ at a selection of magnificent Mara lookouts
:: Discovering the brilliance of the local bird life
:: Bush dinners
:: Swimming in the spectacular natural pool.

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Mara Leisure Camp

Mara Leisure Camp offers an all inclusive safari destination, with three daily game drives, experienced Maasai guides and visits to cultural and community projects within the Talek Area.

The camp offers 26 tents, three family cottages, a dining and bar area and a swimming pool.

Location
The Masai Mara is 270 miles from Nairobi (five hours by road).

Located along in the Talek River, at the confluence of the Masai Mara’s four game-viewing areas, and on the northern boundary of the reserve, Mara Leisure camp is located around in one its most spectacular locations.

The camp is 20km from the Sekenani Gate and the Mara River, scene of the annual great migration.

Accommodation
The camp offers 1 exclusive honeymoon tent, 8 spacious ‘jumbo’ tents, 17 standard ‘nyati’ tents and 3 family ‘jamii’ cottages. The tents offer double or twin beds, wooden floors, tea and coffee makingfacilities, camp furniture, private verandahs and an en-suite bathroom.

Dining & Bars
The central dining area, with its open fireplace, offers a wide selection of safari cuisine.

Meetings & Events
Our creative Marketing team is also able to theme “Baraza under canvas”.

Our conference room can comfortably cater for up to 60 conference delegates.

We also offer you the usual modern conference facilities that include overhead projectors and PA system.

Other services can include:-

– Free use of designated areas for breakaway
– Exciting treasure hunt available
– Capacity
– 30 board room style
– 40 theatre style
– 60 classroom style.

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Tipilikwani Camp

Tipilikwani Camp is located in the Talek Area, which lies just beyond the boundaries of the actual reserve (4km from the Talek Gate).

Overlooking the plains and on the banks of the Talek River it offers 20 river-front tents and a central dining and lounge area.

Location
The Masai Mara is 270 miles from Nairobi (five hours by road).

Accommodation
The camp offers 20 luxury tents as follows: 2 family tents each comprising of two adjoining tents (one with a king-size bed, the other with two twins), 4 tents with king- sized double beds; 12 tents with queen-sized twin beds.

All bathrooms equipped with stand alone bathtub, basins and flushed WC)

Dining & Bars
The camp offers a central lounge and dining area, which is decorated in traditional Maasai colours and style.

Meals can also be taken in the bush.

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Fig Tree Camp

Fig Tree Camp is one of the original Mara camps, located on the banks of the Talek River and enjoying breathtaking views across the plains.

Recently completely refurbished it offers a welcoming ambience and a range of both tented and chalet accommodation. It is also one of the main sites for balloon safaris in the Mara.

Location
The camp is located on the banks of the Talek River on the northern border of the reserve, 240 kilometres from Nairobi (4-5 hours by road).

Accommodation
The camp offers a choice; there are 38 luxury safari tents overlooking the Talek River, each with a double and a single bed.

There are also 10 superior ‘Ngamboli Super Luxury Tents’, also on the banks of the river; or 22 ‘Garden Chalets’ also with double and single beds.

All rooms/tents are ensuite with private balcony and generator electricity.

Dining & Bars
The camp offers two bars, a central dinning room, an open-air dining area, a riverside dining area and a ‘tree house’ coffee deck.

Meals are served on a buffet basis and include a broad selection of international and local cuisine.

Other Attractions
:: Complimentary nightly lectures and video shows about the Mara ecostystem.
:: Cultural dance performances.
:: Guided (by Masai Morans) game walks – at small additional charge.
:: Champagne Bush Dinner – night game drive and barbecue bush dinner’ on the Mara plains.
:: Balloon Safari with champagne breakfast on landing.

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